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Post: Training and Development Manager

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm

Salary: £34,500 per annum (4 years fixed term contract)

Accountable to: Savera UK’s CEO

Overview

Are you passionate about making a difference and ready to take on a new challenge? Join us as the Training and Development Manager, where you will play a pivotal role in leading, development and execution of this new project for Savera UK to invest in its training and education development.

This is a diverse and dynamic role, where you will be dealing with complex and sensitive subject matter. You will be expected to build on your existing knowledge of or passion for human rights by proactively developing a deep awareness of the multi-layered, and ever-changing nature of our work.

You will be part of a small and very supportive, highly expert, and effective team, who work at pace without compromising on quality or attention to detail.

You will also become the custodian of our carefully developed brand, which possesses qualities of authenticity, power, and challenge. This is an exciting time to join Savera UK as we embark on a journey to amplify our message and drive change.

Full Job Description and Person Specification on our website.

Location: The post holder’s location/office will be Liverpool based but they will also need to work where relevant/required including traveling, therefore a full, clean driving licence and access to your own car is essential. Mileage will be reimbursed for any travel used to deliver the role.

Office base: Please note that due to the nature of our work and for security purposes, we do not disclose the location of the post until the successful candidate is appointed. However, we can confirm that our registered head office is around 30 minutes’ walk or 15/20 minutes by car/public transport from where this role will be based.

How to apply:

Please send a CV and covering letter, outlining your suitability for the post. Applications that don’t include a covering letter, as specified, will be automatically rejected. Following receiving your CV and covering letter, we may ask you to complete a further application form, to help us gather further information. 

Closing date for applications: Monday 29th July, 4pm

Applications that don’t include a covering letter, as specified, will be automatically rejected.

Following receipt of your CV and covering letter, we may ask you to complete an application form, to help us gather further information.

Closing date for applications: 5pm 29th July 2024

About Switchboard

Brighton & Hove LGBT Switchboard connects and supports people in need across Sussex. Originally set up as a helpline in 1975, we've grown to deliver a wide range of essential services for our community.

This exciting new role will be supporting Switchboard to continue innovating, developing and delivering services, by and for LGBTQ people in Sussex.

About the role

We are looking for a dedicated, experienced fundraiser to oversee and drive forward all of our income generation. This post will work closely alongside our various teams and projects to raise awareness of our work among potential supporters. The postholder will be responsible for building sustainable and diverse income streams through regular giving, bid writing, events, and corporate partnerships. You will establish engaging supporter journeys that maintain long-term relationships with regular donors, high net worth supporters, and corporate clients.

Here's the person specification for the role:

• At least 2 years of experience of proven success in a fundraising role.
• Detailed knowledge of at least one of the following: trusts and foundations / individual giving / community / corporate fundraising.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to engage and enthuse audiences through a broad range of communications channels.
• Experience of planning, delivering and evaluating events, projects and/or campaigns.
• Leadership experience - this could be in work or elsewhere, with staff, projects, volunteers or communities.
• Project management and organisational skills, and the ability to prioritise and work in a self-directed manner.
• Understanding of LGBTQ+ communities.
• Ability and willingness to help with organisational events such as Pride or conferences several times a year.
• Self-motivated, able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with frontline staff, volunteers, service users and partner organisations.
• Numerate; able to understand, monitor and manage budgets and other financial information and systems.
• A strong belief in Switchboard's vision, mission and values.

How to apply

Please send your CV and a covering letter of no more than two pages setting out how you the above criteria set out in the person specification. 
Applications close: 9am, Monday 22 July, 2024
Planned interview date: Tuesday 30 July, 2024

Salary: £40,000 pro rata OR a day rate of £160 - £180

Working pattern: part-time 3-4 days per week

Location: Remote, UK (with some travel required for in person meetings, events or media appearances)

The Position: 

Our award winning charity client are seeking a part-time Campaigns and Policy Programme Manager.  This is a fantastic time to join the team as they further their ambitious plans to make the online space safer for Black women, raising awareness of safeguarding against digital misogynoir.  You will lead the programme management and implementation of policy, public affairs, research and campaigns work – lobbying government and tech companies and encouraging communities to prioritise and take action when it comes to online abuse.

Requirements:

• Strong ability to construct and deliver research to support wider public affairs and campaigns plans.
• Strong experience leading campaigns and/or policy work.
• Ideally strong existing networks in government and/or tech and/or press.
• Experience in public speaking (including panels and media appearances)
• Understanding of integrating a Black feminist intersectional lens into advocacy work for Black women’s safety.

We want a world where no one dies from hunger. Life-threatening hunger is predictable, preventable and treatable. Join Action Against Hunger and together we will stop it in its tracks.

Action Against Hunger is an optimistic, inspiring place to work. We want passionate and dedicated people to help build a better world. We’re a creative team made up of people with a wide range of talents, styles and expertise. But we are united in our relentless dedication to end world hunger.  No challenge is too big. With you we can do it.  Join us.

Over the next three months, we're adding two dynamic roles to our Special Events team. By splitting Fundraising and Cultivation & Stewardship events, we’ll be able to focus on engaging our long-term donors as well as inspiring future supporters. Our future events will be crafted in collaboration with other High Value teams, presenting an incredible opportunity to bring your innovation, creativity, and meticulous event planning to the forefront. Join us in this exciting period of growth and shape the future of Action Against Hunger events.

Special Event Manager- Fundraising

With two flagship events currently in our portfolio – The Fine Wine and Art Dinner and Too Many Critics – the postholder will lead on event delivery for both major events. From working with internal and external stakeholders, securing exclusive auction prizes, developing compelling event communications, and handling all logistics, the role requires meticulous attention to detail and an excellent understanding of the supporter experience.

Special Event Manager- Cultivation & Stewardship

By combining our unrivalled humanitarian expertise with our unique relationship with the food and hospitality industry, the postholder will seek access to the most exclusive chefs and venues to create truly money-can’t-buy experiences for our supporters. These will range from intimate dinners, carol concerts, webinars, pledging moments and panel discussions with experts from around the world. 

For more detailed information on the roles, please download the attached pdf Job descriptions.

Closing Date: 25th July Interview Date: w/c 31st July & 1st August

Please read the following carefully before making your application:

Then all you need to do is send your CV and write a covering letter explaining why you want the job and how your skills and experience make you the right person for the role. Please specify in the application which role you are applying for.

For further information on pay and employee benefits please visit our careers page on our website

• As a UK based position, candidates must have the right to work in the UK
• We welcome applications from all sections of the community and we encourage as broad a range of candidates as possible. If you need any additional support to help you through this process, please let us know (contact details in the job pack)
• Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will only contact shortlisted candidates, within two weeks of the closing date Unfortunately, we cannot provide individual feedback
• If you experience any technical difficulties in submitting your application, please contact the charityjob helpdesk

Regional Manager - London

This is a remote role, requiring regular travel to London.

About Career Ready

We are a UK-wide social mobility charity that believes that every young person deserves the opportunity to enjoy a rewarding future.

We were founded in 2002 by leading business figures with a mission: to boost social mobility by empowering young people and giving their talents a platform to flourish. Since then, we’ve grown across the UK to support young people in areas of need.

Our programme gives young people the key skills, confidence, and experiences they need to kickstart their futures. In partnership with our network we deliver a targeted programme providing young people aged 15-18 with a paid internship and mentor, workplace visits, and skills masterclasses.

Our organisational values underpin how we work and are at the core of everything we do. Career Ready’s values are: trust, bravery, collaboration, empowerment and inclusion.

Role Purpose

This is an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team of Regional Managers, where you will work in partnership with employers and schools to deliver our impactful programme.

The main purpose of this role is to grow, develop and deliver all aspects of the day-to-day relationship management of:

· Schools and colleges running the Career Ready programme

· Local employer supporters, corporate partners supporters, other key local stakeholders and networks

You will be responsible for a local patch which currently typically consists of 5-6 schools or colleges and a portfolio of employer partnerships. Regional Managers are also responsible for building and maintaining a local network of employer supporters and seeking opportunities for new employer support.

There will be opportunities to be creative, as well as being autonomous in how you run and develop the programme with the Career Ready schools and colleges in your area.

What you’ll bring to the role

This is a wonderful role that requires passion for our purpose and a broad range of skills, experience and the ability to demonstrate an understanding of the environments we operate in. You can develop, grow and maintain valuable and valued relationships through your motivation for what we do, with a passion that inspires and engages others, alongside the capacity to identify and manage multiple priorities. You need to thrive on attention to detail, be able to listen to what is not said, be well organised and confident to engage with and influence a wide range of people.  You will research and approach opportunities and outcomes with an entrepreneurial mindset.

For the essential key qualities and skills required for this role, please see the Job Description.

This is a full time role, but we will accept applications from candidates who can work a minimum of 28 hours per week.

Live recruitment briefing sessions

Join members of the Career Ready Programme team to find out more about the role, the team and our recruitment process.  These are live sessions so if you’d like to join, please click on the link in our candidate pack (The Recruitment Process page) and you'll be sent a Teams invitation. 

Dates:

Thursday 18th July at 1pm

Monday 22nd July at 1pm

Location: Online via Teams

Duration: 20 – 30 mins

Benefits of Joining Career Ready

You will be rewarded with the following benefits:

• 6% contribution to personal pension plan, subject to 3% employee contribution
• Annual leave: 25 days per annum plus bank/public holidays. The charity is also closed between Christmas and New Year and there are an additional 2 days of leave available in August. Career Ready also allows flexible use of some Bank & Public Holidays
• Interest-free season ticket or bicycle purchase loans (or Cycle To Work Scheme).

• Flexible working: We strongly embody trust. We can support condensed / flexible working patterns. [This is a remote working role with occasional team meetings in Central London and more regular visits to schools, colleges and work places].​

• You’ll be part of a diverse, supportive, and friendly team​

About the role

We are looking for someone with experience in facilities and contract management, and the drive and desire to find solutions and complete projects to a high standard. You’ll need to be highly organised and self-motivated, with the ability to multi task. You must be a compelling advocate for the work of the Trust.

This role manages the Trust’s office facilities, ensuring they are safe, clean and support a positive working environment for staff and volunteers. The post holder will manage contracts, striving to secure competitive prices, support with IT alongside the Trust's IT service provider, and identify and coordinate improvements to the Trust buildings. This role also manages the Business Support Officer.

The Facilities Manager role is for a 10 month fixed-term maternity cover with the possibility of an extension. We would consider between 30-37.5 hours per week, worked across 4 or 5 days. Other options may be considered for the right candidate.

Application deadline

9am on Friday 26th July

Interviews:
In order to remain flexible with the summer holiday period, shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview either in person or online during the weeks beginning 5th, 12th or 19th August 2024.

How do we support you?

The Trust strives to be a positive employer supporting our staff through flexible and hybrid working, and training and development. We recognise the importance of our staff team and looking after their health and wellbeing. Our values and expected behaviours reflect the culture which the Trust seeks to maintain to ensure productive, efficient, effective and pleasant workplaces and roles.

In support of this, we offer an excellent benefits package, ranging from office perks, generous leave entitlements and financial benefits. You can find out more on our website.

For more information on the role and the application process, please download a Recruitment Pack. 

About the Trust

Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust is a local nature conservation charity. You will be joining the Trust in the year we celebrate our 60th anniversary. Standing up for wildlife is as important now as it has ever been and our aims are to see more land in recovery for nature and more people inspired to take action.

Our staff team is enthusiastic, friendly and committed to making a difference.

We stand for music and believe in the value of music for all people in our society. Every day we use the power of music to enrich the lives of people affected by life-limiting illness, trauma, isolation, social exclusion or disability.

Our goal is to bring more people together through the power of music. We can only do this if we pioneer creative new approaches to marketing, communications and digital that help us engage more people and grow our fundraising.

We need courageous, curious, agile, innovative change makers and music lovers like you to make this happen.  This role is your chance to help us achieve our ambitious goal of transforming more people’s lives through music.

The culture

If you want to work at a charity with people and music at its heart; that is committed to providing an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace full of inspiring colleagues who work tirelessly to put those we exist to serve front and centre of everything we do; if you want to work collaboratively with integrity and kindness and are willing to come with us on a journey as we work together and collectively come to work with strong backs, soft fronts and wild hearts, we could be your next team.

Could this be the place for you?

If you are values driven, courageous, curious, agile, flexible, enthusiastic and future focused (without losing sight of the here and now), if you can bring positivity and accountability to your work, if you strive for brilliance, challenges excite you and if you would speak with passion and dedication about our cause we want to hear from you!

About the role

Our Operations team are the people behind the scenes that enable Nordoff and Robbins to function day-to-day. We cover all the essentials such as facilities, health and safety, finance, and IT/systems support.

As an Operations and IT Manager you will play an important role in keeping our music therapy facilities, IT and health and safety functioning charity wide.  We’re looking for someone who has excellent task-management skills, is responsive, has strong technical skills and has a can-do attitude. You’ll report into the Director of Finance and Operations and people lead the Facilities Co-ordinator, and together you will oversee the smooth operations of the London Centre.

Don’t worry, you don’t need to be musical, but you do need to be able to spin numerous plates on a day-to-day basis, working with colleagues, clients and contractors right across our London Centre to keep things running ship-shape.

What we offer

The three best things about the job (in our humble opinion):

· You will work as part of a fun and inspiring team and be fully supported to learn and develop in the role. The people are the best thing about Nordoff & Robbins!

· You will work day-to-day in our wonderful centre in leafy North London, being an instrumental part of the running of the building and key to its development.

· You will interact with music therapists, clients, colleagues and contractors on a daily basis as part of a varied role. No two days are the same!

Benefits include:

· £41,169 plus £1,500 London Weighting pa.  Total salary £42,669 pa

· Pension scheme

· 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays

· Salary sacrifice benefits including cycle to work.

· Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

· A true People First charity with training and career development as part of our core

· An inclusive culture – and lots of music!

· This is a full-time position working 4 days per week on-site (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) and one day (Friday) from home.

We are proud to have a firm set of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB) principles that we all commit to:

1: ACCESSIBLE TO ALL

Understanding the / Removing any barriers (including barriers in communication methods) to becoming a client, colleague, trustee, student, volunteer, supporter doner or any user/contributor to the services of Nordoff and Robbins.

2: PROVIDING EQUITY OF OPPORTUNITY

Giving everyone the right tools and access for salary, promotions, roles, responsibilities, learning, development, and access to a Music Therapist for those at most need

3: DIVERSE ENGAGEMENT

Reaching our audiences in a multitude of ways including by having conversations with them, and meeting them where they are – be that through services, communications, events, research, resources etc.

4: BE FREE FROM DISCRIMINATION

To ensure we have fair practices, and allow people to speak out, question and challenge language, actions and behaviours of N&R as an organisation and those who represent it and to provide channels for them to do so safely.

5: BE VIGILENT, PROACTIVE AND RESPONSIVE To instil a culture of continual listening, evolving, and learning from people including our clients, their families and our colleagues and students

Reports to: Deputy Director of Membership

Department: Membership

Salary Range: £28,000 - £31,000 pro rata per annum , depending on skills and experience 

Location: London Office (Hybrid)

Contract: Full time Permenant

About RUSI 

RUSI is an established research institute and think tank, focusing on defence, security and geopolitics. RUSI offers both Individual and Corporate memberships, allowing exclusive member access to certain publications and events, and providing additional opportunities for members to engage directly with our research activities and staff.

As part of a long-term engagement plan and in support of our charitable objectives, RUSI has recently established a highly successful NextGen community. This is a new, free-to-join network where young professionals can come together, learn and engage in global issues, build a personal network and support one another through the early stages of their careers. We offer a diverse range of events centred around global affairs, provide networking opportunities and content catered to the community. NextGen is free to join and welcomes every young professional regardless of what sector they’re in or what level of expertise they possess.

About the role

The NextGen Programme and Membership Manager will have the following key priorities:

·To actively manage and promote the NextGen initiative, grow the community and develop its offering.

·To develop and maintain key relationships with internal staff as well as external stakeholders, ambassadors, partners and funders of the NextGen programme

·Support the membership team with account management of selected organisation members

·Part of a small team, we are looking for an energetic individual with a can-do attitude, who will be able to bring self-starting energy and passion to the role.

   Key tasks

·Evolve and execute a NextGen marketing plan (branding, communications, dedicated webspace on RUSI site, promotion via partners, social media etc)

·Prepare a monthly newsletter and grow/manage all social media activities

·Organise and deliver a series of NextGen events (monthly minimum), dealing with speakers, venues, logistics, communications etc.

·Actively manage the sign-up/registrations and onboarding processes

·Organise meetings and support the NextGen Steering Group of staff and Ambassador volunteers

·Develop a funding strategy and support with converting NextGen members into RUSI members

·Pomotion of the NextGen programme to internal and external stakeholders – creating awareness, support and understanding of it’s mission  

·Account management of selected existing organisation members. This includes scheduling catch-up meetings, arranging private briefings, making connections to relevant research teams, event registrations, and dealing with general day to day requests of members

·Use ReadyMembership (CRM system) to track and manage member activities whilst following an account management plan

·Nurture relationships with RUSI organisation members, working closely with the Corporate Partnerships Manager to identify opportunities to expand members level of involvement

·Identify oganisation members interests and feed these into areas of the institute that support membership

The above list of duties is not exhaustive.  The post holder will be required to undertake such duties that may reasonably be expected within the scope and grade of the role, and in support of other RUSI activities/teams by agreement.

Person Specification

Essential skills and experience:

·Experience of managing promotional activities and campaigns

·Highly organised, with a systematic and diligent approach to planning, activity tracking and record keeping

·Experience of meeting and event organisation/management

·Strong communicator with experience of multi-channel marketing activities

·Account management and/or relationship management experience, preferably within a membership organisation

·Experience in managing multiple stakeholders and varying levels of seniority

·Able to work on own initiative in a small but complex organisation with competing demands.

·Experience of using CRM software – preferably ReadyMembership

Desirable skills and experience:

·An interest in defence, security, global affairs or the major challenges of today

·Ability to balance competing needs and capabilities in a productive way

·Experience of working in the not-for-profit sector or with young professionals

·Change catalyst: experience of developing new and innovative products and services in response to opportunity.

Our expectations

We expect all staff to abide by and promote our RUSI’s Vision and Values

     Benefits

·25 days annual leave (rising with service)

·Additional days off during Christmas - RUSI Christmas closure days

·Generous pension contributions at 6% employer contribution,

·Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

·Season ticket loan

·Free access to RUSI's world leading programme of events and conferences, research materials and library

·Trained Mental Health First Aiders

·*Enhanced sick pay

·*Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

*Depending on length of service

Application Process

To apply, please click on the apply button and follow the instructions.

• Your CV.
• Cover Letter explaining your interest in the role and any significant relevant skills and/or experience

The closing date for applications is 23:59 on  19th July 2024.

Please DO NOT submit multiple applications for this vacancy. We no longer accept applications to our recruitment mailbox, applications received in our mailbox will not be processed.

Our teams are made up of people who are committed to our ambitious goals – you do not need to be degree educated to secure a role, but you should be able to demonstrate a combination of experience and competence that meets the requirements of the role. Previous experience in business development, sales, or account management role required and ideally experience in the automotive industry or working with SMEs is advantageous. Experience in managing client relationships and partnerships at a mid or senior level and able to contribute constructively and generously as part of a wider team. You must be passionate about driving growth and making a positive impact through strategic partnerships. Able to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

You will be responsible for:

• Growth (income, partnerships, promotion, participation and advocacy) in a designated geographic territory, or sector, within the UK automotive industry
• Identifying and pursue growth opportunities spending 60-80% of your time ‘on the road’ visiting and pitching new prospects and existing partners, and attending networking and industry events
• Agree new income-generating partnerships ensuring Ben’s employer proposition, fundraising events, products, and campaigns are consistently promoted to all employees
• Deliver targeted income growth by agreeing and facilitating corporate donations and fundraising to support our ambitious plans based on defined KPIs and targets
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders within automotive companies and other industry organisations
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop tailored solutions and proposals that meet the needs of potential partners
• Stay abreast of industry trends, market developments, and competitor activities to identify strategic opportunities and challenges

• Research, qualify, prospect and pitch potential business opportunities with mid and senior level contacts in SLT, HR, People and Health & Wellbeing and relevant functions

• Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve revenue goals and targets

• Build and maintain a balanced pipeline of prospective clients and partners through proactive networking and relationship-building activities
• Lead the development and presentation of proposals, pitches, and partnership agreements in line with Ben’s strategic ambition
• Negotiate and agree ad-hoc and continuing corporate donations and fundraising in line with individual, team and organisation targets
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of growth strategies and initiatives, using a ‘test and learn’ approach to ensure maximum success

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager to join CARE International UK. CARE International UK is a globally renowned humanitarian organisation which fights poverty, saves lives and achieves social justice. They put women and girls at the centre of their work, because they know that we cannot overcome poverty until all people have equal rights and opportunities.

The Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager is a newly created role which will join the newly launched philanthropic fundraising function within the existing Fundraising and Communications Team. You will report into the Head of Philanthropy and will manage one direct report.

It is a great time to join CARE International UK as they have a renewed energy and focus behind their fundraising, putting it right at the heart of the charity’s strategy.  You will play a key role in shaping and developing their UK trusts and foundations strategy. CARE International UK offer a flexible working pattern and have a strong commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion and are particularly keen to encourage applications from underrepresented groups.

To be successful in the Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager role you will need experience in:

• Researching, building and managing relationships with trusts, foundations and statutory funders
• Writing and developing fundraising strategies which have results in income growth
• Producing and delivering bespoke proposals and reports for prospective partners

Salary: £48,481 (pay award pending)
Contract: Permanent – full or part time will be considered 
Location: London (Vauxhall) - Hybrid working offered
Closing date: 26^th July

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Ashby on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected]. 

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector. 

We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here. 
 

Information Manager
The Migraine Trust
Remote with meetings in London 4 times a year which will include overnight stays and other ad hoc UK travel may be required
Permanent
Full time, with flexible working
Salary £35,000-£38,000 per year depending on experience
Excellent benefits including 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, with increases for each year of service up to a max of 30 days, birthday leave, pension, death in service cover, training and development opportunities, staff discounts and access to Employee Assistance Programme

Would you like play a vital role making a difference to the lives of people living with and affected by migraine? Do you have experience working within a health charity communicating complex health information?

Charity People are delighted to be partnering with The Migraine Trust, a small, ambitious charity which is dedicated to helping people affected by migraine, to bring on board an Information Manager.

The Migraine Trust is the only UK migraine charity providing information and support, campaigning for awareness and change, and funding and promoting research, and has been leading and bringing the migraine community together since 1965. One in seven people in the UK live with migraine. This complex and debilitating neurological disorder can significantly affect many aspects of life including work, school, personal relationships, and feelings of isolation.

Every year over two million people visit The Migraine Trust website for the most up to date information, and thousands contact the helplines for information and support on all aspects of migraine. The Migraine Trust campaign for increased awareness and understanding of migraine, better access to treatment, and national policy change to improve the lives of people who get it.

The Information Manager will coordinate and develop a range of health information needed by the migraine community and people living with migraine to raise awareness to both members of the public and health care professionals. The role is also responsible for ensuring the information on the website is up to date and coordinating and managing Patient Information Forum renewals.

Key responsibilities

• Produce and maintain quality health information: You will manage and update health information, scope, plan, and create new content in consultation with stakeholders, and identify target groups to produce materials to meet their needs. You will work within the Information and Support team constantly communicating with colleagues working on front line services to ensure the information being produced is in line with service users needs. You will also be responsible for managing the organisations PIF processes and assessments.
• Engage with the migraine community: You will hold focus groups to understand information needs, build strategic partnerships to disseminate information effectively, and support staff learning and knowledge-building about migraine.
• Support communication and dissemination: You will work with the Communications team to create accessible information formats, provide content for videos, blogs, and other communication channels and regularly monitor and report on the impact of information provision.
• Research: You will act as the key point of communication for the research committee, manage administrative duties for research funding applications and grants, and coordinate research meetings and liaise with funded researchers for project updates.
• Represent and support the charity: You will represent The Migraine Trust at external events and build relationships with healthcare professionals and stakeholders.

The Information Manager will have solid experience of communicating complex health information to audiences in written and online formats, as well as proven experience of producing information from the research stage through to writing, external review and liaising with designers. The successful candidate will have the ability to gain an in-depth understanding of medical and health related information, including research and critical analysis skills to develop an evidence base. You will have experience working within a health communication environment, with excellent verbal and written communication skills, and meticulous attention to detail with demonstrable editing and proofreading skills. You will have the ability to liaise with key stakeholders, be a self-starter with an ability to work independently and as part of a team and be able to work to tight deadlines. You will have knowledge and understanding of the benefits of patient engagement to produce health information.

The role is home-based with meetings in London once every 3 months which will include overnight stays and some ad hoc national travel. All travel/overnight expenses are covered. They are happy to explore flexible working options for the right candidate. The post will be subject to satisfactory references.

If you would like to support the work of The Migraine Trust, you have the skills to apply for this role and would like to join a passionate and dedicated team to make a real difference, we would be delighted to hear from you.

How to apply:

The application process is CV and Supporting Statement. In the first instance, please send your up-to-date CV to Jen and Alice at Charity People for more information or contact Jen for an informal confidential chat about the role.

Applications will be being reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

Marie Curie is the UK's leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness they're likely to die from.

We want a different society than the one we live in now. Our mission for the next five years is to close the gap in the number of people missing out on what they need at the end-of-life, through 3 ways:

• Growing and transforming our direct care and support
• Delivering more practical information and support
• Leading in shaping the end-of-life experience

Your role in our mission…..

We're looking for 2 Business Managers for the following areas of the UK:

Midlands & East of England

London & South East of England

It is a very exciting time to join Marie Curie as we enter into a phase of change, collaboration & partnership with other organisations so that more people have access to a better end-of-life experience. We are continually developing a better understanding of what each community and geographical region may require depending on the public health needs of the population, the community assets already present and those that are as yet untapped resources.

You will be the commercial expert for your assigned 'place' in the UK. Providing expert advice and support to the place-based Associate Director across all stages of business development and management. From capturing intelligence through to developing and delivering successful proposals/tenders and lifecycle contract management.

You will work with health and social care sector commissioners to establish effective relationships and to maximise income from existing and new services and generate service innovation for the charity. You will be supported by 1-2 Business Leads (dependent on your assigned area).

This role contributes directly to growth in Marie Curie through the management of proposals, tenders and funding applications, following standard processes for developing business case, contract terms approval and risk assessment. These are ideal career opportunities to join a highly motivated and ambitious team seeking to accelerate and encourage growth and success in line with the key purposes, strategic goals, and values of our Charity.

Application Process

• As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV and covering letter. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role. Please cite your preferred location.
• Close date for applications: 18th July 2024

Salary: £43,250 - £48,048 dependent on skills, knowledge and experience (MCJES Grade F)

Contract: Permanent

Based: Flexible. Please put your preferred area in your application cover letter. We're happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We're happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments. Please email any requests to our recruitment team.

Harris Hill is delighted to be working with a national health charity based in London who are seeking a Fundraising Manager - Trusts and Foundations to join their team.

This is a great opportunity for a Trusts and Foundations fundraiser to grow the portfolio of donors so ensuring the future of a charity providing a vital service to its community.

Key tasks and duties

Build diverse sources of income (contracts, grants, fees, donations) ensuring the sustainability of the charity and its services:

• Research funders
• Write proposals and compile budgets
• Research new funding and collaborative opportunities
• Monitor projects and ensure reporting requirements of funders are being met
• Liaise with existing donors, writing narrative and financial reports
• Negotiate any amendments to existing grants/ projects

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Experience of writing and securing large and multi-year grants.
• Track record of securing major donations
• Excellent relationship building and communication skills

If this role sounds of interest to you and you want to have a chat and review the full job description, please do contact Dominic at Harris Hill on [email protected] or call him on 020 7820 7332.

Salary: £41,667 (FTE)
Permanent, Part-time (3 days per week)
Location: SW London

Deadline for applications - Wednesday 24th July 2024
Application Process - CV and Cover Letter

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

We are currently looking for a Communications and Engagement Business Manager to join the Foundation on a 12 month fixed term contract.

The Communications and Engagement Business Manager is there to provide project and business management support to enable the Communications and Engagement leadership team to focus on progressing the work of the business area and leading the wider team. The Business Manager is embedded in the team in order to fully understand priorities, goals and ambitions and help enable the leadership team to achieve them.

Key Resposibilities

• Build an in-depth knowledge of the Communication and Engagement’s leadership priorities in order to help support the business area’s work.   
• Build an in-depth knowledge of partnerships and stakeholders. 
• Project management and administration activities for Communication and Engagement’s projects, monitoring critical paths, milestones, taking on discrete areas of project work as appropriate and making decisions autonomously.  
• Communicate and negotiate projects and liaise with the wider Foundation team and other stakeholders on behalf of the Executive Directors to enable projects and tasks to progress. 
• Proactive diary management for the leadership of the Communication and Engagement Team in conjunction with other Business and Diary Managers where necessary. 
• Keep track of the Foundation’s planning points and rhythms in order to manage leadership time and stakeholders. 
• Agenda planning and setting for leadership and full team meetings, in partnership with the Executive Directors.   
• Note taking and action monitoring of the above meetings, following up on completion of tasks when required.  
• Liaise with the wider Business Area teams and other stakeholders on behalf of the Executive Directors to enable projects and tasks to progress. 
• Management of the flow of information to other staff within the Foundation. 
• Ad hoc desk research as required, collating information and giving recommendations based on the information gathered 
• Proactively identify and deliver improvements to team processes and share these learnings with other business areas 
• Provide administrative support, such as creating and formatting documents / slides, updating the CRM system, making travel arrangements and other tasks as required.  
• Diary management cover for other business areas to cover absence within the team as necessary 
• Line management of a Diary Administrator including coaching and development, motivation and end of year and mid year reviews.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Ability to solve problems under pressure 
• Attention to detail 
• The ability to make decisions based on knowledge of the business areas priorities 
• Ability to absorb and summarize complex information  
• Ability to plan ahead, anticipating issues before they arise 
• Ability to change priorities whilst remaining calm and focussed 
• The ability to work with initiative and at pace 
• Curiosity and a proactive approach
• Strong time-management skills and the ability to organise and coordinate multiple projects at once
• Superb written and verbal communication skills 
• Excellent relationship building skills 
• Project Management experience 
• Experience in partnership working across organisations and teams, in a complex organisation and liaising with a wide number of stakeholders 
• Experience of improving business management processes 
• Experience of diary management for multiple people
• Experience using the Microsoft Office Suite 365 and the ability to pick up new software quickly without training.

Benefits

•  Up to 12% employer pension contribution.
• Annual personal development budget.
• Annual health and wellbeing personal allowance.
• 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