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GBV Charter Officer – Tackling Sexual Violence in Universities (England)
About EmilyTest
EmilyTest is a small but impactful Scottish charity dedicated to tackling gender-based violence (GBV) in education. We work with schools, colleges, and universities, helping them develop effective policies, procedures, and practices in GBV prevention, intervention, and support. Our mission is to ensure every young person can live, work, and study free from the harms of GBV.
The Role
We are seeking a GBV Charter Officer to lead the implementation of our Charter pilot across five universities in England, adapting our successful GBV Charter framework to this educational setting. One element of the pilot will involve adapting the existing framework to meet the new E6 Condition of Registration on addressing sexual violence in higher education.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual with strong project management skills and a deep understanding of sexual violence in university settings. You will work closely with key stakeholders to ensure institutions enhance their policies, procedures, and practices in line with the minimum standards of the GBV Charter.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Coordination: Develop and manage a detailed project plan, setting objectives, timelines, and key milestones.
- Institutional Support: Work closely with pilot universities, providing guidance on GBV prevention, intervention, and support.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong, trusting relationships with university staff, student groups, and external partners.
- Training & Resources: Assist in developing resources that support institutions in meeting the Charter’s minimum standards.
- Monitoring & Reporting: Track progress, write reports, and highlight key learning points from the pilot.
- Best Practice Implementation: Ensure alignment with E6 Condition of Registration and wider sector expectations.
- Awareness & Advocacy: Represent EmilyTest at meetings and relevant events.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Strong project management skills, including planning, monitoring, and delivering initiatives on time.
- Knowledge of gender-based violence, particularly in higher education settings.
- Ability to work independently, using initiative to problem-solve and adapt to challenges.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a non-judgemental and trauma-informed approach.
- Experience engaging with external partners and stakeholders.
- Ability to handle sensitive or challenging situations with tact and diplomacy.
- Good understanding of confidentiality and GDPR principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams).
Desirable Experience
- Direct experience supporting survivors of gender-based violence.
- Understanding of the higher education sector and how sexual violence manifests in universities.
- Experience working on Charter frameworks or accreditation programmes.
Personal Qualities
We’re looking for someone compassionate, organised, resilient, and dedicated - someone who is solution-focused and thrives when facing challenges. If you’re passionate about driving real change in tackling sexual violence in universities, we’d love to hear from you!
Additional Information
- Location: Remote/Hybrid – Initial training will take place in Scotland for one week. Occasional travel to pilot universities in England is required. The role will be remote for candidates based in England, while candidates based in Scotland will work on a hybrid basis, with some time spent in our Glasgow office..
- Contract: 12 months (strong prospect of extension, subject to funding)
- Accountability: Reports to the Training & Project Development Lead, with oversight from the CEO.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a marketing and communications professional with excellent written skills to help share the stories behind the people and the charity. From promoting breaking news and covering live events, to marketing upcoming opportunities and representing the stories of the Soundabout community, this is a varied and exciting role, where a breadth of creative and digital skills is essential. As part of a small but passionate organisation, this role is key to developing our supporter base, increasing engagement with and awareness of the charity, promoting our services, and increasing our fundraising efforts using a mix of storytelling, marketing, videography and photography, research, and other communications tools. We are entering an exciting new phase of growth and development, and this is an opportunity to make a new role your own. If you would like to be part of a team making a real difference to Learning Disabled people through music, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
The candidate will be responsible for marketing and communications at Soundabout which includes:
• Review, update, and deliver a marketing and communications strategy and calendar to support Soundabout's goals, supported by the CEO.
• Plan and deliver strategic marketing campaigns and events (mostly digital), with strategic support from the CEO, including an annual winter fundraising campaign and ad host virtual events to promote Soundabout and build stakeholder relations.
• Develop, manage, and update the content on Soundabout's main website (WordPress), keeping it compelling, accessible, and on brand for all our key audiences.
• Maintain and update the Soundabout Families and Soundabout Choir Hubs websites, ensuring they stay up-to-date and on brand.
• Create, publish, and schedule posts for Soundabout's social media channels with the aim of engaging and growing our audience and in line with strategy, working with the CEO and wider team to determine content. Replying to and moderating conversations in our community spaces. We are currently active on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, and Bluesky.
• Design digital and printed marketing materials and publications, such as newsletters, annual reports / impact reports, and flyers for our different audiences.
• Collate content from across the team, to write and circulate newsletters and ad hoc bulletins, editing content so it is coherent in style, using MailChimp.
• Maintain brand consistency across all communications and craft clear, engaging, and inspiring market copy and compelling communications about Soundabout’s work.
• Collaborate with colleagues and the Soundabout community to collect and share their stories in an authentic and respectful way, further developing Soundabout’s storytelling work.
• Work with Administrator to review mailing lists set up on Salesforce (our CRM system).
• Promoting Soundabout’s commissionable activities, maintaining regular communications with commissioners, and proactively anticipating and negotiating renewals.
• Drafting and circulating thank you letters and other regular communications with Soundabout donors, funders, supporters, as directed by CEO.
• Be innovative: review and implement new technologies to improve our campaigns, drive engagement and boost supporter experience.
• Be reflective: review campaigns and proactively adapt plans to optimise future results. Provide analytics for reporting.
• Share stories externally, utilising publications / journals / virtual spaces related to the sectors Soundabout inhabits.
• Review and update automated responses for mailing list sign ups and donations.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you have experience of delivering quantitative and qualitative research? Then join Shelter as a Research Officer and you could soon be playing a vital role at the heart of our Research team.
About the role
Working closely with a Senior Research Officer, we’ll rely on you to conduct research and analytical projects from initial concept through to completion. You’ll deliver effective research including designing questionnaires, selecting samples, interviewing respondents, interrogating data and writing up findings. Through your research, you’ll work with a multitude of colleagues in our policy, campaigns, media and public affairs teams to develop and carry out analytical projects in support of Shelter’s strategic priorities.
We’ll rely on you to provide advice and consultancy to Shelter colleagues on all aspects of research, and you’ll undertake analysis on a range of government and independent data sources on housing and homelessness. You’ll represent Shelter’s brand by presenting research findings at conferences, seminars and training events and ensure that our research is properly integrated into the work of our organisation. It’s a really exciting time to join our team and we’re happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth and a place where you can be yourself.
About you
To succeed, you’ll need experience of working in a social research field and have strong skills to manage and analyse data. You’ll also need a good understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methods, plus strong written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of housing and homelessness issues, whether through work or personal experience, would be useful too, although this not as important as your enthusiasm and genuine interest in this important social issue.
Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.
Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.
About the team
The Research Team works across Shelter to develop innovative research, analytics and insight to identify opportunities to influence, drive policy change and inform Shelter’s strategic direction.
The Research Team carries out a range of work to identify the nature and causes of housing and homelessness problems. This includes primary and secondary research, both conducted in-house and commissioned, into Shelter clients and the even greater number of people in housing need, many of which often don’t seek help. We also try to understand and anticipate future trends using analysis of government policy and economic data. All of this is combined to feed our policy influencing, public campaigning and service design and delivery.
Any applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.
About Shelter
Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.
We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.
We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.
Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.
Safeguarding statement
Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.
Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
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 a high-calibre candidate to take on the role of Head of Programme Delivery and Operations (South of England and West Midlands) for our centres in London and the South Coast, East of England, South West England and the West Midlands. You will line manage one Assistant Head of Programme Delivery and three Regional Operations Managers to ensure that centres are working effectively, that the high quality of programme delivery to young people is maintained across the cluster, and that targets are monitored and met. And of course, you will need to have a genuine passion and enthusiasm for working with young people and helping them achieve their ambitions.
Job Purpose
The main responsibility of the postholder is to ensure the effective and successful operation of IntoUniversity centres in South and East England and the West Midlands, so that young people’s social, academic and pastoral needs are met and they can reach their full potential.
The role at a glance
Contract
This is a permanent role. This role can be either full-time or part-time (0.8 FTE) - responsibilities will be adjusted proportionally for part-time candidates.
Start date
May 2025 (or as otherwise agreed)
Working hours
Mon and Thurs: 09:30-18:00 Tues, Weds, Fri: 09:00-17:30
We are a delivery organisation providing frontline educational services for young people. We are an organisation with team members at different stages of their career, including many in their first roles: We are committed to nurturing talent and providing a developmental culture for all. Our team works in-person 4 days per week (or 3 days for a 0.8 FTE staff member) with 1 day working from home.
Location
The role would be based at one of the IntoUniversity centres in Bristol, Birmingham or London, with regular travel across the network and to our Head Office in London.
Salary
£47,800 Plus additional London contribution of £2,600 for London-based candidates.
Pro rata for part-time candidate
Annual leave
Full-time staff entitlement, pro-rated for part-time staff: 33 days (inc bank & public holidays) + 3 closure days (two in December and one in July) + additional length of service entitlement (one day per year of service, up to 5 days)
Staff benefits
- Employer pension contributions of 6% (and up to 8% after two years)
- Year round ‘early finish’ Fridays at 4.30pm
- Summer working hours (finish at 1pm on Fridays for six weeks in the summer), pro-rated for staff joining after January in the same year
- Employee Assistance Programme including access to wellbeing and legal support
- Life Assurance scheme with Aviva including SmartHealth service with access to 24/7 online GP appointments
- Interest-free new starter loans of up to £1,000
- Cycle to Work Scheme and Travelcard Loan Scheme
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption pay and sick pay allowances
- Staff in FOCUS – rewards, competitions and prizes across the year
IntoUniversity provides local learning centres where young people are inspired to achieve.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Pay - £37,088 per annum + £750 per annum Homeworking Allowance + £1,500 per annum Out of Hours Allowance
Hours - 35 Hours per Week
Fixed Term Contract - 12- Month ( Maternity Cover)
Location – Homebased South West. Applicants should be able to travel across Bristol, North Somerset, Gloucestershire, South Gloucestershire, Somerset, Bath & North East, and Somerset. Travel also requires the post holder to attend staff meetings and team away days
A rare opportunity to work for an ‘OUTSTANDING’ team where trauma-informed practice is the foundation of everything we do. Brilliant training opportunities, clinical supervision, and support. “Members of the team who spoke to the inspector said that they felt valued in their role. They considered that they had access to opportunities that they had not experienced in previous employment. The agency provides exceptional resources for staff to ensure that their emotional well-being and a healthy work-life balance are promoted.” (OFSTED 2022)
As a ‘not for profit’ organisation, TACT puts the needs of our children and carers first and look to appoint individuals who are as passionate about fostering as we are. We are a homeworking organisation, and we pride ourselves on our flexible working opportunities, available from day one, an extensive wellbeing programme and our benefits package, all curated to nurture a healthy work life balance for all our employees so they can give an excellent service to our carers and the young people and children we care for.
As a foster care charity, TACT invests all surplus income into services, staff, carers, and child development. This means that we have been able to invest unique projects like TACT Connect, our unique and ground-breaking scheme for TACT care experienced young people and adults, as well as our expanding TACT Education Service and our new Health Service. All our activities are built on our commitment to becoming a fully trauma informed organisation, in line with our key values and ethos.
TACT achieved 16th place in the UK Best Companies Work For survey results in 2023, with 91% of employees acknowledging that the organisation is run on strong values and principles and 94% stating they feel proud to work for this organisation.
If you want to be valued as a professional, be appreciated at work and contribute to better outcomes for the children and young people connected with TACT, apply now.
This is a Senior Supervising Social Worker role with a focus on the matching process to ensure the best possible outcomes for children and young people who have experienced trauma due to adverse childhood experiences. The successful candidate will need to be confident in negotiating fostering fees, attending commissioning meetings, and adopting a therapeutic and trauma-informed approach when sharing monitoring information with local authorities. The successful candidate will also be required to complete inductions for new carers.
Whilst being homebased, the Senior Supervising Social Worker will visit and support foster families across the TACT South West area including Bristol, North Somerset, Gloucestershire, South Gloucestershire, Somerset, Bath & North East, and Somerset but will also travel within the wider region for team meetings, training, and other in-person events.
Overall Duties of the Senior Supervising Social Worker will include:
- An appropriate social work qualification
- Up-to-date registration with Social Work England
- Experience in fostering/family placements or other childcare settings
- Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation including the Fostering National Minimum Standards and Fostering regulations.
- Experience of working with/supporting looked after children and their foster carers.
- Knowledge of matching criteria and stability of placements.
- Capable of using electronic records systems and IT effectively, including participating in virtual meetings and webinars.
TACT offer an excellent employee benefits package including:
- 31 days paid holiday plus bank holidays.
- Flexible working arrangements (including compressed hours, flexibility around core hours, volunteer days policy).
- Family friendly policies.
- Homeworking ‘bundle’ including annual allowance, IT equipment and a loan for home office set up.
- Perkbox – retail discount scheme.
- Stakeholder pension scheme (salary sacrifice).
- Fantastic learning and development opportunities.
- Employee Assistance Programme (including CBT counselling, remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, mental health support and second opinions).
An Enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role and will be processed by TACT on your behalf.
Closing Date: Midnight – Sunday, 2nd March 2025
Interview Date: Monday, 10th March 2025 (via Microsoft Teams)
Safeguarding is everyone’s business and TACT believes that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work. As part of TACT’s commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children. We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard TACT’s young people. All our staff are expected to work in line with TACT’s safeguarding policies.
TACT does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
TACT reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.
Join us in our mission to create space for nature to thrive alongside people.
About the role
We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking, and highly organised Finance & Admin Officer with an eye for detail to join our team at the Lifescape Project. This person will play an integral part in our financial and operational management as the organisation expands.
Candidates will need to be comfortable with taking on a wide range of financial and non-financial tasks, carrying them out in a timely and accurate way and using their initiative.
About the us
The Lifescape Project is a small and growing charity dedicated to protecting and restoring wild landscapes, helping to provide a future for all life on earth. We focus on ambitious projects that solve complex environmental problems by leveraging the skills and expertise of a multi-disciplinary team across science, law, economics, technology, and culture.
Role responsibilities:
- Financial Processing (60%): Manage QuickBooks, raise invoices, monitor debtors, handle staff expenses, assist with banking, gift aid, year-end procedures, VAT returns, and payroll.
- Operational & Administrative Tasks (40%): Organise meetings, manage HR systems, support recruitment and onboarding, liaise with suppliers, maintain policies and procedures, support EDI initiatives, manage volunteers, and handle general administration.
Experience and qualifications:
- Degree or equivalent qualification, or extensive experience in a similar role (desirable).
- Accounting qualification (AAT Level 3) or extensive experience (essential).
- Double entry bookkeeping and QuickBooks experience (essential).
- Experience in financial transaction processing, reporting, and charity sector accounting (desirable).
- Strong organisational, communication, and IT skills, with the ability to work independently and remotely.
Benefits:
- 36 days annual leave (28 days plus public holidays)
- Annual Lifescape retreat and paid work travel
- Pension scheme
- Computing equipment
- Potential for study leave
- Flexible & remote working arrangements
For further information, including the full job description and person specification, please download the candidate information pack.
Apply now to be part of a team dedicated to solving environmental issues and protecting the natural world by emailing your CV and covering letter (no more than 2 pages) outlining how you meet the person specification and why you are the right person for this role.
Closing date: Friday 21 February 2025.
First round interviews: 13 and 14 March 2025.
Please email your CV and covering letter (no more than 2 pages) outlining how you meet the person specification and why you are the right person for this role.
Location: Birmingham
Contract Type: 1 Year Fixed Term Contract
Hours: 37 hours per week, working Monday to Friday.
Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per annum depending on experience and level of qualification.
Place of work: Our clients accessible offices in Selly Oak. With the agreement of your line manager, you will use the office, home, and other suitable places to work from while ensuring you appropriately meet and engage with citizens and other relevant organisations.
About the organisation
They are an advocacy charity in the south Birmingham area. They make sure the voices of people with disabilities are heard and their rights are recognised. They empower people with disabilities to speak up for themselves or advocate on their behalf when needed.
Their values are:
Respect – They show care and concern to all people. They will not tell you what to do. You can say what you think and make your own choices.
They work together –They make changes happen by listening to and working with their citizens. When they work with others, all our voices are stronger.
Accessible – They understand that everyone is different. They work with people in ways and in places that are safe and easy for them.
What they are looking for
They are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Advocate to join their team and support the delivery of high-quality advocacy services. You will play a pivotal role in empowering adults with learning disabilities to speak up for themselves, express their views, make their choices, and be valued as citizens.
This role will provide non-statutory advocacy to support citizens to work towards the outcomes they want, make their own decisions, and take control of their own lives.
You will support and develop a small team of Independent Advocates providing crisis, health, financial, social care advocacy. You will manage your own case load and be the Deputy Safeguarding Lead. Additionally, you will support citizens to access self-advocacy, peer, and group advocacy as well as training, workshops, groups and activities and work with colleagues across the charity to do the same.
About the person
You will have:
• Previous experience of working as an Advocate.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Previous experience of line managing staff is desirable.
• Ability to adapt your communication depending on the needs of the audience.
• High degree of computer literacy, with experience of using Microsoft Office packages and CRM, Charity Log preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of people.
• Passionate about the mission and vision of the charity.
This role will require an Enhanced DBS check.
What they offer
They offer hybrid and flexible working, including the opportunity to work compressed hours and if required term-time only options. They also offer a generous holiday allowance which increases with service, and pension contributions.
Equal Opportunities
They are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community and people of all ethnicities and backgrounds, including people with disabilities.
They are dedicated to creating a workforce that is a true reflection of the communities they serve. If you are disabled, have the skills, and or the experience to do the job, then they would love to meet you for an interview.
You may also have experience in the following roles: Independent Advocate, Advocacy Officer, Advocacy Manager, Mental Health Advocate, Social Care Advocate, Citizen Advocate, Caseworker, Support Worker, Community Engagement Officer, Welfare Rights Officer, Policy and Advocacy Coordinator, Volunteer Coordinator, Disability Support Worker, or similar positions, etc.
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Job Title: Digital Engagement Officer
Salary: £17,756 per annum (£17,306 Salary for 21 Hours Per Week + £450 Homeworking Allowance)
Hours & Contract: 21 hours per week - Fixed Term Contract Until March 2026
Location: Homebased anywhere in UK with occasional travel to in person events
As a ‘not for profit’ organisation, TACT puts the needs of our children and carers first and look to appoint individuals who are as passionate about fostering as we are. We are a homeworking organisation, and we pride ourselves on our flexible working opportunities, available from day one, an extensive wellbeing programme and our benefits package, all curated to nurture a healthy work life balance for all our employees so they can give an excellent service to our carers and the young people and children we care for.
As a foster care charity, TACT invests all surplus income into services, staff, carers, and child development. This means that we have been able to invest unique projects like TACT Connect, our unique and ground-breaking scheme for TACT care experienced young people and adults, as well as our expanding TACT Education Service and our new Health Service. All our activities are built on our commitment to becoming a fully trauma informed organisation, in line with our key values and ethos.
TACT achieved 16th place in the UK Best Companies Work For survey results in 2023, with 91% of employees acknowledging that the organisation is run on strong values and principles and 94% stating they feel proud to work for this organisation.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Connect Team as a Digital Engagement Officer.The successful applicant will support the TACT Connect Team in growing and developing TACT Connect, promote the scheme to the TACT Connect Community, and will coordinate and write content for our members-only Connect Hub, weekly emails, and additional content that enables our varied members to access Connect and enjoy what is on offer.
If you want to be valued as a professional, be appreciated at work and contribute to better outcomes for the children and young people connected with TACT, apply now.
Overall Duties of the Digital Engagement Officer will include:
- Promote TACT Connect to key audiences, such as TACT Connect members and potential members
- Copywriting for digital platforms
- Support the generation of new member registrations using a range of digital channels.
- Manage the Connect Hub day-to-day, identifying development opportunities and driving improvements to functionality and user experience
- Work with the graphic designer and the wider marketing team to create digital content, such as videos and animations
- With the support of our TACT Marketing and Communications team, support the development and implementation of the Connect social media strategy to drive channel growth and audience engagement
- Support with the organisation, promotion and delivery of Connect events (both offline and online)
TACT offer an excellent employee benefits package including:
- 31 days paid holiday plus 8 annual bank holidays (pro rata).
- Flexible working arrangements (including compressed hours, flexibility around core hours, volunteer days policy).
- Family friendly policies.
- Homeworking ‘bundle’ including annual allowance, IT equipment and a loan for home office set up.
- Help@Hand Employee Assistance Programme (including CBT counselling, 24/7 remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, mental health support and second opinions on serious diagnosis).
- An hour a week of live, expert led activities through the Annual Employee wellbeing Programme.
- Menopause Policy and free Menopause Clinician Appointments.
- Stakeholder Pension Scheme (salary sacrifice).
- Fantastic learning and development opportunities for all roles.
The Digital Engagement Officer may be homebased within England, Scotland or Wales and may be required to travel to face-to-face meetings occasionally for training and team wellbeing events.
A Standard / Enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role and will be processed by TACT on your behalf.
Closing Date: Sunday 2nd March 2025
- Interview Date: Monday 10th March 2025 (via Microsoft Teams)
Safeguarding is everyone’s business and TACT believes that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work. As part of TACT’s commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications, and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children. We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard TACT’s young people. All our staff are expected to work in line with TACT’s safeguarding policies.
We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than advertised if the volume of applications is excessive, you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.
TACT does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies, nor the fees associated with them.
This is an exciting new role to both support the coordination of existing ‘leaders in advocacy network’ and to coordinate and lead the project developing a membership body for the group to transition to. The postholder will work with the Advocacy Programme Lead, members of the leader’s network and other key stakeholders to understand what is most needed from a membership/professional body for advocacy providers, develop and launch that offer.
Our nationally recognised advocacy programme seeks to support best practice in the commissioning and delivery of independent advocacy, so that people who draw on advocacy get the support they want and need, in the way they want and need it, when they want and need it.
The role is a 12 month fixed-term contact and there will be a review at the end of 12 months to review the feasibility of continuation of the contract.
Role descriptions
Project Coordination
- Update and deliver project plan putting in place effective project management systems and processes
- Report on progress, risk and issues and work with the Advocacy Programme Lead to address
- Work with Advocacy programme Lead to coordinate and manage the project as a whole, working with network members and other stakeholders to develop and deliver against project plan
- Proactively plan and attend network meeting programme, and task and finish groups, working with partners and stakeholders including agenda setting and note taking
- Set up and maintain a members and stakeholders contact list (CRM system)
- Provide constructive and regular communications to network members and Partner organisations
- Actively seek to improve key programme business processes, seeking innovative solutions, updating and streamlining on an ongoing basis to make them more accessible and realise efficiencies
- Ensure the safe and secure handling of personal or sensitive data, making sure arrangements are always compliant with NDTi’s policies and the Data Protection Act (GDPR). Update Data Sharing Agreements with Partners and ensure the relevance and accuracy of Privacy Policies for network members. You will be the key contact for compliance and breach reporting, escalating to the nominated Data Controller where necessary
- Coordinate additional meetings and conferences as required
Relationship management and representation
- Build and maintain relationships with core advocacy leader network members
- Act as key point of contact for the project with advocacy providers and stakeholders
- Develop new relationships across the sector with leaders, policy experts and wider stakeholders
- Lead on regular communications and transparency across network
- Manage stakeholder expectations being aware of potential areas of conflict or differences in opinion
- Attend and contribute to external meetings with various partners, influencing processes, capturing and completing actions
- Create a range of documents, resources, and systems, negotiating deadlines and responsibilities.
- Work in ways that ensure the project maintains a reputation for high quality delivery and support
- Set up and manage a member’s online space
Research and Feasibility
In partnership with the advocacy Programme Lead design and carry out an options appraisal to understand and present options and associated costs and methodologies for delivery of an advocacy membership body. This will include, but not be limited to:
- Exploring different models of membership bodies
- Research and present different fee models
- In partnership with the sector explore and present options for a membership offer
Organisational and other responsibilities
- Represent NDTi as required, ensuring NDTi is presented as a values-driven, innovative, and high-quality organisation that is up to date with policy and practice and delivers effectively
- Work proactively with colleagues and teams across NDTi, contributing to organisational life and actively participating in meetings and events
- Ensure all organisation systems and process requirements are followed, supporting business and financial operational management of NDTi, adhering to all aspects of the Staff Handbook and relevant policies and procedures.
- Undertake other reasonable requirements of the organisation in line with the purpose and spirit of this role description and the wider purpose of NDTi
Person specification
Essential (e) and desirable (d) personal attributes and core competencies for this role.
Subject knowledge and experience
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience supporting complex or large-scale, multi-agency projects in the public or private sector within employment, social care, education or health (e)
- Experience of planning, developing and delivering project plans and scheduled tasks (e)
- Experience of producing a range of high-quality reports and communications (e)
- Experience of working in partnership with other organisations and parties (e)
- Awareness and working knowledge of effective programme and project management approaches, techniques and tools, including risk management, process improvement, assurance or audit (e)
- Personal experience of providing or using advocacy services giving you a unique understanding of the sector would be advantageous but not essential (d)
- It would be advantageous to come with experience and knowledge of the advocacy sector and/ or membership/professional bodies (d)
Values and behaviours
- You will share our commitment, values and belief in NDTi’s mission (e)
- You will demonstrate, understand and apply our workplace values of driving inclusion, being reliable, open and honest, acting with humanity, and being curious and commit to work and act in ways that positively always reinforce NDTi’s values & behaviours framework. You will challenge behaviours and attitude that serve against NDTi’s values and inclusive culture (e)
Core Competencies
- Demonstrative ability to work independently using your own initiative and comfortable with lone-working (e)
- Can proactively apply initiative to solve problems and improve systems, practice and processes (e)
- Excellent planning and organisational skills with an eye for detail (e)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly in both written and verbal formats, to a wide range of people (e)
- Ability to manage own workload and prioritise tasks independently knowing when to seek help and support from others (e)
- Ability to take complex information and present in a way that everyone can engage with and understand (e)
- Work effectively as a team player (e)
- An inclusive approach to involving others in discussions and project work, respecting diverse views and perspectives, role modelling NDTi’s values and behaviours, and ensuring individual needs are met (e)
- Ability to work flexibly in an everchanging landscape and anticipate subsequent risks
- Willingness and ability to build and maintain your understanding of the advocacy sector and relevant legislative framework, policy and practice (e)
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (collaboration platforms), project management software, collaborative platforms and a commitment to mastering relevant new technologies (e)
To inspire an inclusive society where people can live the life they choose. We exist to make change happen by celebrating what’s possible, supporting
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Staff will be based within Family Help localities within Warwickshire - address to be discussed at interview or prior
Permanent with Funding until March 2027.
Salary: £32,839.52 Per Annum
The Children's Society is currently undertaking a pay and grading review - this review is intended to improve our current approach; we are currently consulting with our recognised trade union and any changes are due to be implemented in April 2025.
INFORMATION ABOUT THE ROLE
We are look for people who will work with families to ensure increased access to support for the whole family as part of a multidisciplinary team.
The role will require you to develop relationships with several professionals across organisations and other service providers to enhance the emotional, mental health and wellbeing offer with the aim to increase the family's personal resilience and empower them to manage their own mental health.
We are looking for dedicated professionals to join our team.
This post has the following special circumstances:
-Occasional evening and weekends work may be required as part of the role
-The post holder will be required to hold a full driving license and have use of a car for The Children's Society business.
In order to be considered for this post you will have to demonstrate that you already have:
Experience
-Experience in family support: Direct experience working with families facing complex social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges
-Multi-agency collaboration: Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (e.g., health, education, social care) and coordinate holistic care plans.
-Community outreach: Experience engaging hard-to-reach families and providing accessible support in community settings.
Skills
-Able to develop effective therapeutic relationships.
-Ability to effectively amplify the voices of children and families, ensuring their needs are heard and addressed in multidisciplinary settings.
-Ability to conduct full and robust assessments where required (including service-based and risk-based assessments).
Qualification
-Experience in working with children, young people and families in a similar setting, delivering support and structured interventions for the whole family.
-Relevant level 5 professional qualification in such as Social Work, Diploma in Counselling or Psychotherapy, Psychology, Youth Work or Nursing and or significant relevant experience.
-The post holder will be required to hold a full driving license and have use of a car for The Children's Society business.
INFORMATION ABOUT THE CHILDREN'S SOCIETY
The Children's Society runs over 100 local services that help thousands of young people who desperately need our support, and we campaign to get laws and policies changed to make children's lives happier and safer.
Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more.
Benefits
Enhanced Annual leave 28 days length of service extra 2 after 2 5 and 7 goes up to 36 days plus bank holidays.
Free eye test claim back
Pension match contribution up to 8% can op out
Life Assurance death in service 4 x salary gets paid to nominated person.
Cycle to work 39% of bike costs can be spread across the year
770 retailers discounts offered with You Star App.
All people within diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply, and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities
The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services.
Therefore, candidates applying for work in our Youth Impact domain will be required to complete an “Employment history_template” document prior to interview.
We anticipate to receive a high number of applications for this role and we reserve the right to close the role should we receive enough suitable applications.
Interviews will be held on only the following dates TBC.
For an application pack please visit the web site
http://www.childrenssociety.org.uk/about-us/work-us
For an informal discussion please contact Lisa Millichamp Operations Manager [email protected].
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Salary: £44,511 per annum (£43,761 per annum + £750 Homeworking Allowance per annum) + £4,082 London Weighting p.a. (if eligible)
Hours: 35 Hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Location: Homebased anywhere in the UK with some travel required
As a ‘not for profit’ organisation, TACT puts the needs of our children and carers first and look to appoint individuals who are as passionate about fostering as we are. We are a homeworking organisation, and we pride ourselves on our flexible working opportunities, available from day one, an extensive wellbeing programme and our benefits package, all curated to nurture a healthy work life balance for all our employees so they can give an excellent service to our carers and the young people and children we care for.
As a foster care charity, TACT invests all surplus income into services, staff, carers, and child development. This means that we have been able to invest unique projects like TACT Connect, our unique and ground-breaking scheme for TACT care experienced young people and adults, as well as our expanding Education and Health services. All our activities are built on our commitment to becoming a fully trauma informed organisation, in line with our key values and ethos.
In 2024 TACT became one of the top 5 charities to work for in the UK, placing 5th in the UK Best Companies Work For survey results , and a top 25 mid-sized company to work with across the whole of the UK. 97% of our people feel proud to work with TACT and think that TACT cares about their wellbeing, while 92% of our people would say they “ love working for TACT”.
If you want to be valued as a professional, be appreciated at work and contribute to better outcomes for the children and young people connected with TACT, apply now.
Overall Duties of the Commercial Bid Writer & Fundraiser will include:
- Taking the lead in identifying, coordinating, and managing tendering opportunities, processes, and contracts for TACT.
- Overseeing the commissioning and contractual tender portfolio, which will involve ensuring high-quality submissions, and maintaining compliance with all relevant procedures.
- Contribute to fundraising efforts by developing and managing grant applications, securing corporate partnerships, and coordinating annual fundraising events.
The main requirements for this role include:
- GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English or equivalent qualification.
- Proven experience in bid and tender writing with a strong track record of successful submissions.
- Experience in fundraising, particularly in grant applications, corporate partnerships, and donor engagement.
- Knowledge of fundraising legislation, regulations and record-keeping.
- An understanding of the children’s social care system.
- Familiarity with trusts, foundations, corporate fundraising, and major donor funding mechanisms.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong research and analytical skills to identify tender and funding opportunities.
- Highly organised, with the ability to track and manage multiple contracts and funding streams.
- Exceptional writing skills with the ability to craft compelling and accurate documentation.
- Competent using MS Office Suite including Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc
TACT offer an excellent employee benefits package including:
- 31 days paid holiday plus 8 annual bank holidays.
- Flexible working arrangements (including compressed hours, flexibility around core hours, volunteer days policy).
- Family friendly policies.
- Homeworking ‘bundle’ including annual allowance, IT equipment and a loan for home office set up.
- Help@Hand Employee Assistance Programme (including CBT counselling, 24/7 remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, mental health support and second opinions on serious diagnosis).
- An hour a week of live, expert led activities through the Annual Employee wellbeing Programme.
- Menopause Policy and free Menopause Clinician Appointments.
- Stakeholder Pension Scheme (salary sacrifice).
- Fantastic learning and development opportunities for all roles.
The Commercial Bid Writer & Fundraiser may be homebased within England, Scotland or Wales but will be required to travel to face-to-face meetings, training and team wellbeing events as and when required.
A Standard DBS clearance is required for this role and will be processed by TACT on your behalf.
- Closing Date: Monday, 24th February 2025
- Interview Date: Tuesday,11th March 2025 (via Microsoft Teams)
Safeguarding is everyone’s business and TACT believes that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work. As part of TACT’s commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications, and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children. We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard TACT’s young people. All our staff are expected to work in line with TACT’s safeguarding policies.
We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than advertised if the volume of applications is excessive, you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.
TACT does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies, nor the fees associated with them.
Salary: £41,208 per annum + £750 per annum Homeworking Allowance + £1,500 per annum Out of Hours Allowance
Hours: 35 Hours per week
Contract: Fixed Term Contract - 9 Months - Maternity Cover
Location: Homebased - We are interested in applicants located in Northamptonshire, Central Leicestershire, Central Milton Keynes & Peterborough as the postholder will be required to travel across these areas to conduct home visits to support carers and children. Travel is also required to attend staff meetings and team away days in Northamptonshire and other parts of the East Midlands.
As a ‘not for profit’ organisation, TACT puts the needs of our children and carers first and looks to appoint individuals who are as passionate about fostering as we are. We are a homeworking organisation, and we pride ourselves on our flexible working opportunities, available from day one, an extensive wellbeing programme and our benefits package, all curated to nurture a healthy work life balance for all our employees so they can give an excellent service to our carers and the young people and children we care for.
As a foster care charity, TACT invests all surplus income into services, staff, carers, and child development. This means that we have been able to invest in unique projects like TACT Connect, our unique and ground-breaking scheme for TACT care experienced young people and adults, as well as our expanding TACT Education Service and our new Health Service. All our activities are built on our commitment to becoming a fully trauma informed organisation, in line with our key values and ethos.
TACT achieved 16th place in the UK Best Companies Work For survey results in 2023, with 91% of employees acknowledging that the organisation is run on strong values and principles and 94% stating they feel proud to work for this organisation.
As a Fostering Senior Supervising Social Worker with TACT East Midlands, you will be a part of our amazing team of professionals working with our organisational values at the heart of their everyday practice.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the TACT East Midlands team.
If you want to be valued as a professional, be appreciated at work and contribute to better outcomes for the children and young people connected with TACT, apply now.
Overall Duties of the Senior Supervising Social Worker will include:
- An appropriate social work qualification
- Up-to-date registration with Social Work England
- A minimum of 2 years post-qualifying experience in regulated fostering service
- Experience in supporting and supervising 10-12 foster families to meet the complex needs of the looked-after young people
- A proven track record in working with and on behalf of children, respecting and maintaining their individuality, and promoting their positive development.
- Experience in group work and/or delivery of training.
- Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations including the Children's Act and NMS Fostering Standards.
- Experience of working with/supporting looked after children and their foster carers.
- Ability to prioritise, plan and self-organise efficiently.
- Capable of using electronic records systems and IT effectively, including participating in virtual meetings and webinars
TACT offer an excellent employee benefits package including:
- 31 days paid holiday plus annual bank holidays.
- Flexible working arrangements (including compressed hours, flexibility around core hours, and volunteer days policy).
- Family friendly policies.
- Homeworking ‘bundle’ including annual allowance, IT equipment and a loan for home office set up.
- Help@Hand Employee Assistance Programme (including CBT counselling, 24/7 remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, mental health support and second opinions on serious diagnoses).
- An hour a week of live, expert-led activities through the Annual Employee Wellbeing Programme.
- Menopause Policy and free Menopause Clinician Appointments.
- Stakeholder Pension Scheme (salary sacrifice).
- Fantastic learning and development opportunities for all roles.
An Enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role and will be processed by TACT on your behalf.
Closing Date: Thursday, 20th February 2025
- Interview Date: Tuesday, 4th March 2025 (via Teams)
Safeguarding is everyone’s business and TACT believes that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work. As part of TACT’s commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications, and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children. We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard TACT’s young people. All our staff are expected to work in line with TACT’s safeguarding policies.
We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than advertised if the volume of applications is excessive, you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.
TACT does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies, nor the fees associated with them.
The deadline for applications is Sunday 23rd March 2025
Location: Europe (East and West)
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week (subject to local regulations). Proportion of office/home based work to be determined. Given the nature of the role and geographical spread of the Mission, a good degree of flexibility in working hours is required.
Travel: The role will require some international travel.
Reporting to: CEO International
Key Relationships: International CEO of MWBI
International Executive Team
Affiliate and Program/Field Country Directors
International Board Members
Annual salary: £90,000 GBP; €100,000 EUR Geographic differential will be applied based on location. Candidates must have the right to work in the country from which they are applying
Contract type: Permanent
Working hours: Full-time
Candidate level: Senior Executive
Background
Mission Without Borders (MWBI) is an international network of Christians who journey with the poor and marginalized, bringing practical and spiritual support with hope of a better future, enabling and encouraging people to lift themselves out of poverty, always sharing the hope found in Jesus Christ. We serve people without regard to their religion or ethnic background.
Mission Without Borders International leads and co-ordinates the work of six countries in Eastern Europe where we conduct our program work and twelve countries where we raise support for these programs and associated MWBI costs. An international executive team (IET) supports this work in terms of program maintenance and development, fundraising, communications, finance, risk management and compliance and it and digital.
Purpose of role
The overarching governing body of the Mission is the Board of Mission Without Borders International. The International Board are seeking a senior International Fundraising Director who will help drive our fundraising strategy by strengthening and diversifying our fundraising sources. The Mission requires an experienced leader with a proven track record in international fundraising who will inspire our international fundraising teams to differentiate and grow income as we enter this new phase of strategic growth.
The International Fundraising Director will provide leadership, oversight and guidance to the Mission’s National Fundraising Directors. They will: implement and manage the diversification of income, including major donor income and field sourced income; work closely with the digital team in fundraising and communication; engage with field countries on beneficiary management and sponsor engagement; lead on impact reporting and work with other members of IET to lead the executive and operational elements of the Mission.
A strong communicator and strategic thinker with practical fundraising experience, they will be an experienced leader and innovative thinker focused on the development of a team and capable of working well with the existing team. They will have significant practical experience of major donors, trusts and foundations, institutional, and corporate fundraising together with a deep understanding of individual fundraising through sponsorship and appeals.
Primary responsibilities
Donor development and outreach
· To provide strategic direction, leadership and drive for fundraising in all new development areas across the Mission. They will have direct responsibility for raising funds at the international level with a specific focus on driving forward major donors, trusts and institutions income as this is currently an underdeveloped source of income for the Mission. They will also lead the development of field sourced fundraising.
· Deliver strategic plans for driving income growth, diversifying income sources and improving donor engagement by incorporating traditional and digital fundraising methods.
· Lead the International Fundraising Team to deliver strategic objectives across all fundraising channels, support National Fundraising Directors, create a collaborative fundraising culture across the organization internationally, and monitor fundraising metrics to deliver growth and efficiency.
· Create a donor-centric fundraising culture, implementing systems and reporting to deliver effective supporter journeys across all disciplines.
· Lead in understanding fundraising trends and working with National Fundraising Directors to improve agility in response to these trends and detailed data analysis of internal trends.
· Define and drive the annual calendar of global fundraising campaigns, supporting materials, driving communications and assessing impact.
· Understand and engage in corporate change program delivery, providing input and leadership to ensure that donor and beneficiary journeys are linked.
· Develop and implement fundraising policies and procedures, particularly around major donors to ensure local and international consistency and compliance.
· Utilize digital resources to drive engagement, reporting and strategy delivery.
· Speak at fundraising community events, conferences and donor events.
Budgeting and reporting
· Oversight of the annual and rolling five-year budgets to ensure local and international fundraising achieve the Mission’s overall strategic goals for income and related expenditure.
· Work closely with the CFO and CEO to drive the annual planning and budgeting process.
· Drive consistency in restricted and unrestricted giving reporting.
Leadership and management
· Work with the International Executive Team to drive the Mission’s international strategy.
· Collaborate with and coach the National Fundraising Directors to meet strategic goals.
· Nurture team members in excellence in operational tasks as well as personal development, ensuring an engaged and fulfilled team.
· Participate in Mission events, training and conferences to engage and inspire peers to drive strategic goals and ensure best practice.
· Network in the fundraising community.
· Participate in and inspire the Mission in its spiritual and biblical foundations.
Profile
There is a high level of desirability that the candidate is a committed and active Christian, able to sign the Mission statement of faith (evangelical in nature) and able to thrive in an atmosphere where spiritual, missional and humanitarian objectives intertwine in an environment where faith and business skills overlap. This commitment to a Christian ethos is fundamental to who we are and why we do what we do.
Experience required
· Relevant degree or equivalent in experience.
· Proven senior level experience as an international fundraiser and team leader, managing in complex environments, with a servant heart.
· Senior level experience in direct fundraising in the areas of major donors.
· Development and implementation of strategic and operational plans for fundraising.
· Setting, managing, and reporting on international budgets.
· Strong stakeholder management experience including Board reporting experience
· Experience in building and nurturing high performing teams.
· Ability to empower and motivate staff at all levels.
· Brand development and management experience.
· Understanding of charity law and regulations and ability to guide in multiple jurisdictions.
Experience desired
· History of work experience in an organization with a similar ethos to MWBI.
· Experience in the humanitarian sector and donor management working with various international, institutional, government donors and authorities.
· Monitoring and evaluation experience for major donors, institutions and trusts.
· Overseas fundraising experience.
· Streamlining disparate reporting systems and processes.
· Salesforce system use and integration.
Personal traits desired
· Be able to share the Christian aims and ethos of MWB and agree with the MWB Mission statement with a high degree of enthusiasm.
· Willingness to lead and participate in devotions, prayer meetings and staff conferences to enhance the spiritual health of the organisation.
· Be able to work sensitively with those of different cultures and church backgrounds.
· Willing and able to travel internationally and work unsocial hours when required.
· Calm and adaptable with an ability to work within a flexible and busy environment.
· Collaborative team leader, committed to driving a strong internal culture.
· A committed Christian willing to lead and express their faith articulately and actively pursue ongoing personal, emotional and spiritual development within the life of a local church.
· Commitment to Equal Opportunities and safeguarding.
The deadline for application is Sunday 23rd March 2025.
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Youth Futures Foundation is the national What Works Centre for youth employment, with a specific focus on marginalised young people.
We find and generate high-quality evidence to better understand England’s’ youth unemployment and inactivity challenge, and most importantly to learn what solutions work to address this. We do this through bringing together the best evidence already in existence and build on this by conducting original research and testing and evaluating promising interventions to produce much needed new evidence where there are gaps.
We are looking for a dynamic Research Officer to support the creation and collation of research and evidence that has a transformative effect on the youth employment ecosystem.
You will work with the Research Managers and other members of the Impact and Evidence team to:
- support the design, delivery and management of commissioned and in-house research projects striving to understand the complex, systemic issues faced by marginalised young people in their employment journey, as well as potential solutions.
- This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with young people on research projects. A part of the role will also be working with other teams, such as policy and communications, to translate complex research and evaluation findings into accessible, user-centred outputs and briefings for internal and external use.
We currently operate a hybrid model of two-days per week in the office and three-days from home.
For a full job description and person spec, please download the Recruitment Pack.
HOW TO APPLY
Click on the 'APPLY' button below to apply online. The closing date for applications is Sunday 2 March at 23:59.
The young people we aim to serve – and the challenges they face - are all unique. We are looking to build a team that reflects this diversity. Our commitment to inclusion across race, gender, age, class, religion, identity, and experience forms the cornerstone of our work. We are an equal opportunities, Living Wage and Disability Confident employer and encourage applications from a diverse range of backgrounds representative of our communities. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, where employees are encouraged to have a voice.
We are the national What Works Centre for youth employment, with a specific focus on marginalised young people.
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Role Overview
An extraordinary opportunity has come up to lead The Resilience Project’s next phase of growth. From start-up to scale-up, TRP is now looking for a dynamic leader to develop our offerings and oversee our international operations. The CEO will provide strategic leadership and direction to The Resilience Project, ensuring the organisation achieves its mission and strategic goals. This role is a unique blend of internally and externally focused responsibilities. For the latter, working alongside our Founder, you will act as the face of the organisation, building partnerships, securing funding, and ensuring that our programs continue to deliver exceptional impact. For the former, working alongside our COO, you will oversee the financial health of the organisation, iterate scaling infrastructure strategy and foster a culture of inclusion, innovation, joy and collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership: Focus on scaling and strengthening The Resilience Project, particularly developing alternative revenue generating pathways, key partnerships and long-term sustainable funding mechanisms. From this, develop and implement a long-term strategy that aligns with the organisation’s mission, vision, and values. Lead the organisation in responding to emerging challenges and opportunities in climate justice, youth mental health, and resilience-building. Embody and model our values of courage, care, co-design, community, joy and inclusivity.
- Organisational Development: Build and nurture a high-performing team of international staff and volunteers. Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and empowering organisational culture. Work closely with the Senior Board to ensure effective governance and accountability.
- Financial Management: Working with the Finance and Fundraising Lead, develop and oversee budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and smooth cashflow. Diversify income streams through grants, partnerships, donations, and other revenue opportunities. Lead in the development and creation of additional revenue opportunities.
- Programme Oversight: Working with the Programmes Office, ensure the continued delivery and development of impactful initiatives such as the Resilience Fellowship Programme, community Programmes and workshops. Monitor and evaluate programme impact to ensure quality, effectiveness and relevance to the youth climate justice movement. Oversee our international expansion, leading on risk assessment and ensuring any development promotes sensitivity, inclusion, co-design and resilience.
- Partnerships and Advocacy: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including funders, partners, and youth organisations. Act as an ambassador for The Resilience Project, advocating for youth empowerment and climate resilience on national and international platforms.
- Communications and Fundraising: Oversee the organisation’s communications and marketing strategy to enhance visibility and engagement. Lead fundraising efforts to secure the resources necessary to achieve the organisation’s goals.
- Line Management: Act as line manager to Finance and Fundraising Lead, and Marketing and Communications Lead, overseeing workflow and monthly wellbeing check-ins.
Qualifications
Are you?
- A strategic thinker with a proven track record in leadership roles within the non-profit, social enterprise, or environmental sectors.
- Experienced in organisational management and team leadership, with a collaborative and empowering approach.
- Passionate about climate justice, youth empowerment, and addressing inner development and mental health challenges.
- Skilled in fundraising and financial management, with the ability to secure and diversify income streams.
- An excellent communicator, able to inspire and influence a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Committed to the values of inclusion, care, joy, courage, co-design, and community.
Essential:
- Proven experience in senior leadership roles within the non-profit, social enterprise, or environmental sectors.
- A strong track record of strategic planning, organisational management and team leadership.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and influence diverse audiences.
- Experience in fundraising, financial management, and building sustainable income streams.
- A deep understanding of the youth climate justice movement, youth empowerment, and mental health challenges.
- Experience working with youth-led organisations or movements.
- Commitment to the values of inclusion, co-design, community, care, joy, courage and social justice.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of the global funding and philanthropy landscape, particularly in the environmental or mental health sectors.
- Understanding of the intersectionality of change work, and how to lead the organisation's services in a proactive manner that supports and empowers different demographics
- Experience of developing and implementing revenue generation beyond grants.
- Experience in scaling a non-profit or social enterprise internationally.
- Familiarity with monitoring and evaluation frameworks for non-profits.
- Working knowledge of platforms such as Asana, Typeform, Airtable, and Google workspace.
Additional Job Perks:
- The Resilience Project operates a 4-day working week
- Strong culture of personal development and pastoral support with the provision of mental health days, weekly organisational Unwind sessions and a monthly Pastoral session
- Networking with leaders in the climate, social enterprise and academic sectors
- Strong culture of work driven by peer-support and colleague celebration
How to Apply:
The link to this application can be found in our recruitment pack here: https://shorturl.at/YwuAk
About The Resilience Project:
People around the world are trying to cope with the climate crisis, extreme weather, burnout, isolation and climate anxiety. The Resilience Project is a youth-led organisation resourcing young people and leaders of all ages to become effective and resilient climate changemakers for a sustainable future. We enable people taking action for the planet to find their voice, people and power. Our vision is a resilient changemaking culture, where kinship and compassion are embedded within the fabric of changemaking communities.
Our mission is to transform the lives of those transforming the world, equipping changemakers with the resilient skills required to navigate a changin
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