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Finance and Resources Manager (Full Time)
Advocacy After Fatal Domestic Abuse (AAFDA) was founded by Frank Mullane in memory of his sister Julia Pemberton and her son Will who were both killed by her ex-partner in 2003.
Each year, around 150 families lose a loved one to domestic homicide. The actual number of suicides as a result of domestic abuse remains unknown. AAFDA’s prime function is to provide families in England and Wales with specialist peer support and expert and specialist advocacy for the range of statutory reviews that will take place after domestic homicide.
As a growing charity, AAFDA is looking for an exceptional candidate to join our supportive team and lead our finance and resource management functions. The role will provide and manage the HR, administration and finance activities of the charity and sit within the Senior Leadership Team.
This role is offered on a full-time basis (subject to funding). Although home based, occasional travel will be required. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and strongly encourage applications from those with Black and/or Minoritised backgrounds.
In return for joining us, we will offer you:
A salary of £32,000 - £34,000
Hours - 40 Hours per week
Additional salary enhancements after 1 year, 3 years and 6 years of service (in addition to any cost of living increases agreed by the Board of Trustees)
- 25 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays
- Development and training opportunities
- Pension scheme
- Employee Assistance scheme. Death in Service benefit and Health care scheme.
Closing date: 6th October 2024
Interviews expected to be held: 21 and 22 October 2024
Applicants will be shortlisted according to how well they meet the person specification. Please highlight and explain how you meet this specification in your supporting statement. If you have been shortlisted for interview, you will be informed by email. Regrettably, we are normally unable to acknowledge unsuccessful applicants. Please note that we will not be able to progress applications where the supporting statement does not address the criteria for the role being applied for.
Please see the job description and person specification attached and submit your C.V. and supporting statement (which will cover your experience and ability to fulfil the job description).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are looking for an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and experienced Communications and Events Manager to join our small but very impactful team.
This role is essential in enhancing the visibility and impact of our charity's vital work. You will do this through effective communication outputs, with a focus on digital, and well-organised virtual, regional and national events.
The Communications and Events Manager will lead on overall execution of TSA communications and events, working closely with the Joint Chief Executive. The role is one of the most front-facing and proactive offered at the TSA.
In return for your hard work, the candidate can expect a competitive salary, high level of autonomy and trust, a fluid team structure, and very flexible home working. All of this while making a massive difference every day to the lives of thousands of people in the UK.
Key responsibilities
Communications
- Lead in the development of communication outputs across all aspects of the TSA’s work in support and information, research, fundraising and campaigning. This will include a major focus on filmed media and editing of short clips as well as building a library of case studies
- Lead in the development of an effective internal and external communications strategy. The strategy should provide direction on how communications pieces are created internally, as well as how communications are presented to different audiences
- Lead in ongoing content development for the TSA’s daily activities. This includes managing content creation for the website, social media platforms and monthly e-newsletter
- Have a major role in development of Scan, our twice-yearly physical magazine
- Develop excellent relationships with key internal stakeholders at all levels by providing direction and support for all TSA teams in their communications needs, such as reviewing and editing fundraising and research materials
- Proactively identify and fulfil opportunities to raise awareness of TSC in the broader media, such as newspapers and other media
Events
- Manage and oversee all aspects of TSA face-to-face events. Our events include the annual community event ‘Big Day’, and our annual event for adults mildly affected by TSC (called ‘Outlook’)
- Manage and oversee our range of monthly virtual events. Including bookings, forward planning and ongoing calendar management of future events and speakers
- Maintain calendar(s) of internal and external events
- Ensure risk assessments and safeguarding policies are applied appropriately
Strategic support
- Provide support into the overall communications and events strategy of the charity, including annual implementation plans
- Proactively and regularly review the impact and success of communications and events, by providing a range of opportunities for attendees and other TSC audiences to provide feedback and input into these areas
Community engagement and management
- Help to develop, and then implement and support, comprehensive community engagement
- Proactively and regularly review the impact and success of communications and events, by providing a range of opportunities for attendees and other TSC audiences to provide feedback and input into these areas
- Be confident in updating and using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems to update community information
Other requirements
The post holder must be prepared to work flexibly to meet the needs of the organisation. This may entail occasional evening and weekend work. Occasional travel within the UK may be required for team meetings and events.
A DBS enhanced disclosure will be required prior to taking up post.
Person specification
Essential
- 2-3 years’ experience in similar or equitable roles
- Proven background in managing and leading on events of all sizes, from very small (several attendees) to large (150+ attendees)
- Demonstrable experience in social media management and digital communications
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a keen eye for detail
- Confident in working independently and on your own initiative, as well as being very open to helping and working with others
- Confident in graphic design and editing (we currently use Canva for all materials)
- Experience of working with CRM databases (please note that we use Beacon)
- Experience of managing budgets and sticking to them
- Able to set and manage ambitious personal targets
- Ability to work of own initiative and to work independently, as well as part of a small team
- Experience of building strong working relationships with external stakeholders
- Experience of a broad range of communications tactics across all platforms
- Able to work with people with a wide range of abilities, with a warm and empathetic style
- Able to assess and analyse complex problems, and develop appropriate solutions
- Experience of collecting and monitoring data to analyse service impact and drive service improvements
- Able to manage a diverse workload, prioritise needs and manage your own time
- Confident in website management and basic web development (Wordpress and WooCommerce)
Desirable
- Communications or events qualifications
- Experience of working with people living with learning disabilities or autism
- Experience of working with children or adults with disabilities or chronic health conditions
- Experience of working within the rare disease sector
Join us today and contribute to making a lasting difference in the lives of those we support.
Dravet Syndrome UK (DSUK) is a small independent UK charity dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by Dravet Syndrome. Dravet Syndrome is a rare neurological condition that affects around one in every 15,000 people in the UK. As well as experiencing severe, difficult-to-control seizures, children and adults with Dravet Syndrome have varying degrees of intellectual disability and a spectrum of associated conditions (known as ‘comorbidities’), which may include autism, ADHD, behaviours that challenge and difficulties with speech, mobility, eating and sleep.
The charity was founded in October 2008 by a small group of 30 families. Today, DSUK is a registered charity helping over 550 families with support, education, and research programmes, underpinned by a world-class Medical Advisory Board.
We are currently seeking a fixed term maternity cover for the role of Marketing and Communications Manager. Reporting to the Head of Marketing and Communications, this role has responsibility for creating, managing and implementing high quality communications with a focus on family and fundraiser audiences, aligned to our mission and overall strategy and Marketing and Communications plan.
As part of DSUK’s commitment to safeguarding, the postholder is expected to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
What you will bring
Essential
· Demonstrable experience in implementing digital communications activities, including experience across a range of social media platforms, working on websites (using WordPress) and using e-marketing (e.g. Mailchimp or similar), understanding Seach Engine Optimisation and other aspects of optimising digital comms
· Demonstrable experience in media relations, including writing press releases, working with case studies and successfully pitching and responding to a range of media (online, press, radio, broadcast)
· Demonstrable experience of working in charity, patient advocacy or healthcare sectors
· Ability to deal with people at all levels with empathy, tact and credibility
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to distil large amounts of information and present it in engaging and innovative ways for a variety of audiences
· Demonstrable design skills and knowledge of desktop publishing software e.g. using Canva to create in-house designs for social media, web and in-house materials (leaflets, guides, etc)
· Good understanding of brand, visual identity and corporate communication
· Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritise
· Be a self-starter and team player with experience of remote working, and able to work effectively with colleagues using remote technology (e.g. Zoom, Google meets, etc)
Desirable
· Membership of a professional body such as Chartered Institute of Public Relations and/or a commitment to continuous professional development
Why join Dravet Syndrome UK?
Join our dynamic and growing charity, where you'll thrive in an exciting and engaging environment. We are proud to be a family-oriented charity experiencing financial growth and fuelled by an ambitious plan for expansion. Our dedicated team is deeply connected to our core audience, and their motivation stems from witnessing our profound impact on people's lives. Working alongside inspiring families, you'll see first-hand the incredible love and dedication they have. Join us today and contribute to making a lasting difference in the lives of those we support.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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It Gets Better UK is leading the charge in empowering, inspiring, and uplifting LGBTQ+ youth across the UK. Recognised twice as one of the top 10 LGBT charities in the UK, our mission is to amplify voices, share transformative stories, and offer affirming messages to those who need them most. Since our official launch in 2018, we’ve evolved from a dedicated volunteer-led organisation to a dynamic core staff team. We’re seeking a creative Social Media and Communications Manager to join us and drive our next phase of growth.
The Role
Are you a social media visionary with a passion for LGBTQ+ advocacy? We’re on the lookout for an innovative Social Media and Communications Manager to lead our online presence and engage with our community. This role is crucial in shaping our narrative, enhancing our impact, and ensuring our empowering messages reach the hearts of LGBTQ+ youth. You’ll work closely with our CEO and Volunteer Coordinator to align communications with our mission and amplify our influence.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a dynamic social media strategy to boost brand visibility and engagement.
- Manage a strategic social media calendar, ensuring fresh and relevant content across all platforms.
- Create compelling content—graphics, videos, and posts—that reflects our values and mission.
- Engage with our online community, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.
- Track and analyse social media performance, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
- Oversee external communication channels, including newsletters and press outreach.
- Support online events, campaigns, and initiatives in collaboration with the team.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in social media management, preferably in the nonprofit or LGBTQ+ sector.
- Strong understanding of social media platforms, trends, and best practices.
- Excellent skills in content creation with tools like Canva and Adobe.
- Experience with analytics tools for tracking and reporting performance.
- A creative thinker with a passion for storytelling and community engagement.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks effectively.
- Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and the values of It Gets Better UK.
What We Offer
- The chance to make a significant impact on the LGBTQ+ community in the UK.
- Flexible working arrangements with the option to work from home.
- The opportunity to collaborate with a dedicated and supportive team.
Equality and Inclusion
We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. To ensure a fair recruitment process, we use anonymised shortlisting.
It Gets Better UK envisions a world where all LGBTQ+ youth are free to live equally and know their worthiness and power as individuals.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The vacancy
We help young people to build life-long belief in themselves, supporting them to take on their own challenges, follow their own passions and discover talents they never knew they had. Because when you prove yourself that you’re ready for anything nothing can hold you back.
Do you want to be part of that?
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (DofE) is a world leading youth charity which gives young people the chance to develop skills for work and life.
Our structured programmes of volunteering, physical and skills-based challenges inspire, guide, and encourage young people to widen their experiences and learn new skills.
Through a licensing process, we partner with youth organisations and support them in their delivery of our programmes to their young people. These organisations range from schools and colleges to local authorities, charities, secure units, and community organisations.
Through our current five-year strategy Youth Without Limits, we are working to ensure the DofE is open to all young people aged 14-24 across the UK, and that our participants reflect the most diverse generation of young people ever.
What is the role?
This a 12 Month Maternity contract.
Working within our values and behavioural framework, the role involves closely managing the relationships of our partner organisations (known as Licensed Organisations – LOs) and ensuring those within your portfolio offer quality and inclusive DofE programmes to young people.
While managing these relationships across your portfolio area in Newcastle, Northumberland and South Tyneside, you will also identify and develop new relationships with appropriate educational and community organisations to widen the access of the DofE to young people, particularly those who experience marginalisation.
You will be undertaking regular meetings, in person and virtually, engaging with a wide variety of stakeholders at different levels within different organisations across your portfolio area. When not out at meetings, you will be working from home.
Whilst you won’t be working directly with young people, you will have the satisfaction of knowing that you are having a positive impact on their future opportunities.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for a team player who has a passion for the development of young people and who will be enthusiastic, who can engage and influence a variety of stakeholders and who will be an authentic ambassador for the DofE.
You will need to have good communication and interpersonal skills to engage with internal and external stakeholders and have the skills to inspire and influence them to enable young people to participate in DofE.
To undertake the role, you’ll need to be exceptionally organised, have the ability to prioritise your workload, meet deadlines and have excellent administrative skills, being both computer literate and competent in MS Office applications.
We are looking for someone who has a positive outlook and who will actively contribute to our team.
The role will be mixture of home based and field based. The successful application should live within, or very close to, the portfolio area of Newcastle, Northumberland and South Tyneside with a full driving/motorbike licence and access to a vehicle.
What will you get in return?
The opportunity to work for a successful and dynamic charity that has the development of young people at its heart and the wellbeing and development of its people constantly in focus.
You will be joining a team of empowered colleagues working together.
We offer excellent staff benefits including a generous pension contribution, an employee assistance programme, healthcare cash plan, life assurance and volunteer leave. Also, 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays and an additional 3 days paid leave between Christmas and the New Year with the opportunity to buy additional annual leave, and access to many additional benefits.
How to apply
If you feel excited by this role and believe you have the necessary skills and experience to become a valued team member, please go to our website and apply.
The deadline for applying for this role is Midnight on Sunday 29th September 2024.
Successful applicants will be invited to attend an interview during the week commencing 7th October 2024. Interviews will be held in person, venue TBC.
If you would like to access the application form in a different format or if would like any assistance that might help improve your experience while completing the application, please contact us.
The DofE are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. (e.g. DBS/PVG or similar), including references covering any gaps of employment/education, confirm eligibility to work in the UK and complete a health check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Community Engagement Coordinator - Central Region, England
Location: The role will be home-based with extensive travel across the central England region and regular travel to other regions and BookTrust offices.
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time contract
Salary: £30,000 per annum
BookTrust is the the UK's largest reading charity, and we reach millions of children every year with books, resources and support to get every child reading, regularly and by choice. We are national in scale and operate in every region in England, Northern Ireland and Wales. We work through every local authority, via children’s centres, schools, libraries and health professionals, to reach the families Our England Partnerships Team support our wide range of partners in a place-based way, working in and with local communities and the children and families most in need of support.
As a Community Engagement Coordinator, you will work within the regional partnerships team to support projects, pilots and pieces of learning to build greater place-based working with the BookTrust partner network who need us most. Working with the Partnership Team, and colleagues from across BookTrust support a caseload of community work to support programme delivery, partnership network development and bespoke pieces of learning and development. Create excellent links into and understanding of the issues facing local communities and stakeholders to support BookTrust delivery and development work, and place based, community led initiatives.
We are looking for a positive and enthusiastic, credible ambassador with a demonstrable ability to develop relationships and make connections across a wide range of people and groups. You will have great communications skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of audiences, in writing, and in person. You may have worked within or across a local authority provider network, in outreach or in a local community or project within the third sector. You will have experience in and an interest in work with children and families experiencing deprivation and or children’s reading. You will be a highly motivated individual with the ability to work and travel unsupervised across multiple projects simultaneously and to work at pace, often to tight deadlines.
To find out 'How to apply' please go to our website. Please send a copy of your CV along with a covering letter showing how you meet the person specification and your motivations for applying for the role. Your covering letter should not be longer than two sides.
Closing date: 27th September 2024 at Midday.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity
We aim to provide an inclusive recruitment process and actively welcome applications from diverse talent pools: BAME candidates, candidates with disabilities and long-term conditions and candidates from underrepresented communities.
We are committed to equality of opportunity and want to ensure we have an accessible application process for all candidates. If you need any reasonable adjustments or would like us to do anything differently during the application process, please contact our HR team to discuss your requirements further (contact details can be found on our website).
BookTrust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The recruitment and selection process reflects our commitment to safeguarding therefore, the suitability of all prospective employees will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment, and pre-employment checks.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Hybrid working in any North Metro Centre/Office - Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester or Newcastle
Interviews: 30/09
For more information or to apply, please click 'apply now' to be directed to our website.
Join Our Team as a Government Partnerships Coordinator!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? As a Government Partnerships Coordinator, you'll play a vital role in helping the team secure public sector funding to help us reach more young people in need. You'll help our team with research, meeting prep, stakeholder engagement, and more—all critical to our mission.
If you have excellent interpersonal, organisational, and writing skills, along with a strong understanding of the challenges young people face, we want to hear from you! Help us drive impact and create brighter futures.
What happens next?
Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The Prince’s Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date.
Why do we need Government Partnerships Coordinators?
Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of Government Partnerships Coordinators!
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 Prince’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 – PT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), PT GEN (Gender Equality Network), PT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), 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 Prince'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 Diversity Champion and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by PT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), PT GEN (Gender Equality Network), PT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and Pulse (LGBTQIA+ Network).
Safeguarding
The Prince'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.
A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!
Req ID: 3133
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
King’s Trust International (KTI) are looking for an experienced education advisor to lead on the development of and implementation of KTI’s best practice education approaches
Since our inception in 2015, we’ve supported over 20,000 young people to learn, work and thrive through our programmes. Our programmes and interventions are now present in 13 countries, across Asia, Africa, the Caribbean, the Middle East, and Europe.
The successful candidate will be an expert in educational pedagogy with deep experience in human-centered design, with a desire to get stuck in and work with our regional teams to generate ideas and solutions to improve the educational experience for young people and teachers in the countries that we work in.
You will be an organised project manager and strategic thinker, able to lead colleagues in service design projects, and work logically with fundraising teams to develop robust education proposals.
You will have experience of designing and operationalising education strategies at organisational and service levels.
You will work within a creative and strategic team with plenty of opportunity to learn and contribute to activity across the organisation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you have a demonstrable track record in complex case management and working as part of a multi-disciplinary team on cases involving Domestic Abuse?
If so, The Drive Partnership are recruiting a DAPO Triage Worker for London.
The Triage Worker sits within the Triage Team in the pilot area, working alongside the Triage IDVA. The Triage Worker will focus on all aspects of the case relating to the Perpetrator in cases where the perpetrator has been referred to the team for an assessment of suitability for a Positive Requirement during an application for a DAPO.
Respect is a pioneering UK domestic abuse charity, leading the development of safe, effective work with perpetrators, with young people who are abusive and with male victims. Respect supports frontline organisations across the UK, so that together we can end domestic abuse. Respect has seen rapid growth over the last few years, and we now have 50+ staff and have ambitious plans for further growth and influence. This role is based within the Drive Partnership and is part of the pilot for the roll out of the positive requirement element of the DAPO’s.
We particularly welcome applications from individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and across all protected characteristics, particularly from people from the following under-represented groups:
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Black and minoritised people
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Disabled people
We welcome and support applications from those who have personal experience of domestic abuse.
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This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Career Ready team in a new role. You'll work in collaboration with our Regional Manager for Tees and Tyne and our Partnerships and Income team.
You'll play a key role in our success by growing, developing and delivering all aspects of the day-to-day relationship management of local employer and corporate partner supporters in the Tees and Tyne region.
Business Engagement Manager
Hours:21 hours, 3 days per week
Contract: Fixed Term for 12 months with the possibility of extension (pending funding conversations with existing partners).
Region: Tees and Tyne
Location: Homebased. Must be able to travel occasionally to locations across Tees and Tyne to attend meetings with employer partners.
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 16-18 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.
Summary of main responsibilities and accountabilities
Partnership Management, Stakeholder Engagement & Business Development
· Working alongside the Tees & Tyne Regional Manager to respond to the needs of the programme, ensuring that our young people have meaningful encounters with a range of employers from a diversity of industries and sectors.
· Day-to-day operational account management for employer supporters, ensuring they have excellent experiences.
· Full partnership and operational account management for lower-level funders in your region.
· Promote the contribution of Career Ready and awareness of Career Ready to potential supporters and assist in engaging their commitment to give both practical and financial support.
· Engaging new corporate, third and public sector organisations to directly support the programme delivery, working with the Head of Programmes to launch and grow the Tees & Tyne Regional Action Board
· Work with the Programmes and Partnership and Incomes teams to develop and deliver the overall employer engagement strategy for the area ensuring that the number of mentors is matched with the paid internship commitment and that employer volunteers are in place for masterclass delivery and workplace visits.
· Working with the Partnership Manager leading the relationship with BP to help generate leads with local businesses that are connected to BP’s activity in the region.
Please see the Job Description for full details
Person Specification
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.
Experience Required:
· Demonstrated experience in managing employer accounts and generating income.
· Developing, growing and maintaining a broad range of stakeholder relationships
· Experience of inputting into impact reports
Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours:
· Able to plan and execute events and presentations to a high standard, taking into account different audiences and communication styles
· Self-assured with great listening and negotiation skills to influence and communicate inspirationally, accurately and effectively to a wide variety of audiences
· Invests in understanding the bigger picture to enable local plans in service of our strategy and innovations which fit with Career Ready’s mission, values and practices
· Composed and engaging whilst managing multiple activities and processes that, when combined, are the recognised high quality, high care, high impact Career Ready programme
· Confident enough to manage and motivate yourself to deliver a range of outcomes and able to seek the views, ideas and wisdom of others
· Truly great organisational skills, able to prioritise, keeping stakeholders informed and engaged
· Ability to interpret and utilise data effectively.
· Demonstrated expertise in income generation, business development, and account management.
· Commitment to demonstrating Career Ready's values
· strong IT literacy skills (CRM system [Salesforce] /Office 365 - Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and are social media savvy.
We are committed to the safeguarding of young people. The role-holder will be required to complete an appropriate level of DBS check.
Do you have a demonstrable track record in complex case management and working as part of a multi-disciplinary team on cases involving Domestic Abuse?
If so, The Drive Partnership are recruiting a DAPO Triage Worker for London.
The Triage Worker sits within the Triage Team in the pilot area, working alongside the Triage IDVA. The Triage Worker will focus on all aspects of the case relating to the Perpetrator in cases where the perpetrator has been referred to the team for an assessment of suitability for a Positive Requirement during an application for a DAPO.
Respect is a pioneering UK domestic abuse charity, leading the development of safe, effective work with perpetrators, with young people who are abusive and with male victims. Respect supports frontline organisations across the UK, so that together we can end domestic abuse. Respect has seen rapid growth over the last few years, and we now have 50+ staff and have ambitious plans for further growth and influence. This role is based within the Drive Partnership and is part of the pilot for the roll out of the positive requirement element of the DAPO’s.
We particularly welcome applications from individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and across all protected characteristics1, particularly from people from the following under-represented groups:
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Black and minoritised people
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Disabled people
We welcome and support applications from those who have personal experience of domestic abuse.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Known internally as Senior Area Relationship Manager
Location: Home-based, covering the North of England and Scotland. There is a requirement to be able to travel across the area and the UK to attend meetings, events and training
Hours: 35 hrs per week
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £45,611 (FTE) per year
What we do: We help young people through cancer.
How we work: We are Determined, United, Spirited and Kind
What we are looking for:
- A strong people manager with proven ability to inspire and develop individuals to achieve their best work, meet agreed financial targets and deliver excellent supporter experience.
- Someone with a deep understanding of Community Fundraising and/or Regional Corporate Fundraising.
- A strategic thinking with experience of implementing plans and mitigating risks to achieve the best results
- A collaborative and solution focused individual with experience of working across teams to lead projects and achieve shared goals.
What we offer:
- Leave: 25 days of annual leave, which increases with service, in addition to bank holidays and a 3- or 4-day closure over the Christmas period. We also have finish early Fridays in August and quarterly rest days to step away from day-to-day work and refocus.
- Paid Carer and Compassionate Leave: paid time off to care for family members or dependants.
- Paid Parental Leave: enhanced pay for parental leave such as maternity leave, paternity leave or adoption leave.
- Paid Volunteering Leave: support your community by taking paid leave for volunteering activities.
- Health Cashback Plan: access a health cashback plan to cover medical expenses.
- Life assurance and Income Protection: financial support if you’re unable to work due to illness or injury.
- Discount scheme: access exclusive savings at various high street retailers and gyms.
- Flexible Working: we care about your wellbeing and encourage flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.
How to apply:
You’ll need to register on our portal, complete a short application and answer four questions about your skills and experience in relation to the role.
Key dates:
Applications by midnight of 1st October 2024. 1st interviews to be held online on 10th or 11th October 2024. 2nd Interviews to be held in person on 22nd or 24th October 2024 in Manchester Area.
Our commitment to inclusion and accessibility:
At Teenage Cancer Trust one of our key focuses is around equity and making sure our services are accessible and inclusive to all young people with cancer, with no-one left behind.
We have the same goal for people working with us. Teenage Cancer Trust is committed to recognising and valuing individual differences and the contributions of all people. In line with our equity, diversity and inclusion commitments, we would love to see applications from LGBTQ+ people, people of colour/those from ethnically diverse communities, disabled people and people with caring responsibilities.
Should you require any assistance or adjustments to support your application or interview process, such as accommodating neurodiversity where additional time for tasks, meeting the panellists beforehand or a different interview format (online/offline/in person) or if you require the job description or job advert in an alternative format. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the HR Team.
Privacy and Safeguarding:
At Teenage Cancer Trust we take our commitment to safeguarding seriously and work to protect and promote the rights of the young people who we support. Our safeguarding responsibilities extend to the children and adults who work to support the charity, who we also have a duty of care to protect. Safeguarding is at the forefront of each activity we carry out. In line with our approach, this role is subject to a DBS check (Disclosure and Barring Service).
For information on how we collect, store and process personal data please contact the HR Team.
We’re here to give every young person facing cancer the best care and support.
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Spurgeons is one of the UK's leading children's charities, firmly supported by Christian beliefs and values, helping to support vulnerable children and their families through delivering projects to support children, young people, their families, and communities to find long-lasting solutions to the challenges they face. We are passionate about the work we do and need equally committed members on our team to help us achieve those goals.
ABOUT US
At Spurgeons, our Partnership and Development team isn't just about achieving goals; we're about doing it with flair, creativity, and a touch of innovation! Comprising fundraising and partnership development experts who are as dynamic as they are innovative, our team thrives on pushing boundaries and thinking outside the box to drive positive change. We're not your average team – we're a vibrant and energetic bunch who love what we do. From team-building activities to celebrating successes, we believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and inspired to do their best work.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you ready to make a profound impact on the lives of vulnerable children and their families? As the Grants and Commissioned Services Fundraising Manager at Spurgeons, you will play a vital role in driving the growth of our voluntary income, with a target of reaching £5,000,000, and expanding the reach of our Family Hub services across the UK. This role is not just about numbers—it's about transforming lives. You'll lead a dynamic team of fundraisers, crafting compelling grant applications and proposals that resonate with our mission. Your strategic thinking and proven track record in developing and managing grants will be crucial as you work alongside passionate colleagues to secure the funds that fuel our work. Beyond managing the team, you'll be the driving force behind ensuring that our grant-funded programmes are not only successful but also align with our values of compassionate, fair and committed. With your leadership, we will continue to strengthen family bonds and provide life-changing support to those who need it most. This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to be part of a team that is united in its commitment to making a lasting difference. If you are motivated by purpose and driven by results, we want you on our team.
ABOUT YOU
You are a driven, articulate professional with a passion for making a tangible difference in the lives of children and families. With a degree in fundraising, nonprofit management, or a related field, you bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this role. Your track record speaks volumes—you’ve consistently generated impressive returns on investment through your ability to craft persuasive, emotive bids and proposals that resonate with donors and stakeholders alike. Your proactive nature and strong analytical skills enable you to identify opportunities and interpret trends, always staying ahead of the curve in a fast-paced, target-driven environment. You excel in building and nurturing relationships, whether it’s within your team, across the organisation, or with external partners and donors. Your exceptional interpersonal and communication skills allow you to engage effectively, negotiate successfully, and solve problems diplomatically. Detail-oriented and conscientious, you take pride in your work, ensuring that every proposal you craft is not only compelling but also meticulously proofread and aligned with Spurgeons' mission and values. As someone who thrives in a flexible, remote working environment, you are self-motivated and independent, yet a strong team player who is always eager to learn and grow. Your genuine interest in Spurgeons' work and commitment to its values of compassionate, fair and committed, drive you to deliver outstanding results.
BENEFITS
- Continuous professional development
- Regular support through supervision, appraisal & well-being initiatives
- In house learning platform
- Generous pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Healthcare cash plan
- Charity discount scheme
Closing date: 15/09/2024
Shortlisting date: 17/09/2024
Interview date: 27/09/2024
We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people we serve. This post is subject to necessary safeguarding checks including an appropriate level DBS Disclosure.
Spurgeons is a Living Wage Employer.
We actively encourage applications from a broad and deep range of backgrounds and experiences. We are a Disability Confident Employer.
We create family hubs where we’re needed most, so, when a family member needs support, turn to us.
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Head of Programme Finance
UK - North West Based
Starting salary for this position is £54,588 per annum (plus contributory pension)
About MAG:
MAG (Mines Advisory Group) is an international humanitarian organisation based in Manchester, UK, and working in 32 countries. We remove landmines and unexploded ordnance to release safe and productive land for communities, and work to reduce the threat of armed violence by supporting governments to safely manage weapons and ammunition. In 1997, MAG was a co-recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize for our work campaigning for the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention.
About the role:
We are for looking for a highly motivated and experienced finance professional to lead and develop the HQ Programme Finance team in the delivery of strong financial controls and frameworks. Playing a key role in contributing to MAG’s overall strategic direction and management, you will influence local, regional and global internal stakeholders to deliver strong financial control and resilience, and lead on the delivery of multi-country contracts, liaising with key donors and external partners. You will build and develop the Programme Finance team to ensure robust and effective, high quality financial business partnering. You will also work with the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis to provide insights into the monthly management accounts, including programme performance and risk narratives, and variance analysis.
About you:
We are looking for:
- CCAB or international equivalent professional accounting qualification
- Experience of financial management in a complex multi-site international organisation (featuring multi-currency and multi-contract project accounting)
- Experience of managing requirements of multiple grant/funding providers
- Experience of coordinating and preparing business planning for complex organisations
- Experience of fostering finance business partnering to international, multidisciplinary teams
- Experience of establishing and maintaining strong financial controls
- Experience of preparing and analysing management reporting for financial and non-financial users
You will need to demonstrate an ability to manage complex workloads and often competing deadlines, and establish and maintain strong financial controls which ensure we operate to the highest financial standards. You will also be able to influence diverse and disparate teams with competing priorities.
Further information and how to apply:
For the further information on the role, the application pack and details of how to apply, please visit the MAG website by the closing date of 15 September 2024.
Please note that as part of MAG's commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed. For more information on MAG’s approach to safeguarding here and background checks here. You can also find more information in the candidate information pack, available on our website.
MAG is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles we would welcome your application regardless of your background. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.
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Are you an experienced accredited IDVA with experience in a multi-agency?
If so, the Drive Partnership is looking for a DAPO Triage IDVA in Manchester.
The Drive Partnership was formed by Respect, Safe Lives and Social Finance, is working to transform the national response to perpetrators of domestic abuse.
The Triage IDVA will work as part of the Triage Team in their pilot area, reporting to the Triage Team Leader and working alongside the Triage Worker. They will be responsible for supporting and presenting the voice of the victims and their children in cases where the perpetrator has been referred to the team for an assessment of suitability for a Positive Requirement during an application for a DAPO.
They will be responsible for attempting to contact the victims to carry out the relevant safety checks, risk assessments and provide advocacy during the assessment stage and make onward referrals for further support for the victim. They will capture the voice of the victim as part of the overall assessment for a positive requirement and feed their views and any relevant information about risk or need into the overall recommendation. The IDVA’s work and expertise will ensure that the risks and needs for both the Perpetrator and Victims/families are considered so that a co-ordinated and individual intervention plan can be created when appropriate and safe to apply as part of the DAPO.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.