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The Institute of Physics (IOP) is one of the world’s largest physical societies. It is both a membership body and a registered charity, representing Physicists and the learned society for Physics in the UK and Ireland, as well as providing a trusted voice for the global physics community.
The IOP promotes the health and wellbeing of the discipline and its many practical applications, reinforcing the links between education, research, industry, and economic and social value. It is investing in its new strategy to tackle the challenges facing skills, science and society. The new strategy also seeks to unlock the potential that the physics community has in tackling our greatest societal and economic challenges, and to engage the public more widely in this.
This post is a key appointment for the IOP, which consists of 140 staff, with offices in London, Dublin and Cardiff and staff spread across the UK and Ireland. With a £17 million turnover the IOP is a core part of the wider IOP Group, which along with IOP publishing has a total of 680 staff and income of £80 million. The IOP is overseen by an elected Council of 18 trustees. The Council delegates executive leadership to the CEO – who this post reports to and the Executive Team, which this post is a key member of, all work closely together in the delivery of the strategy. The IOP’s governance structures have recently been reviewed to ensure that they are fit for purpose for a modern, progressive organisation that encourages strong member engagement.
Following the launch of a new strategy and extensive restructure we are looking for an inspirational Director of People and Operations to lead this work for the IOP.
For the postholder to be successful, they must consult and work closely with IOP staff, the elected officers and Council, engage volunteers and members, and help the organisation to form strong links with key stakeholder and key delivery partners, particularly in key areas of people, workplace, IT and digital. This involves setting clear direction and priorities for the IOP team, delivering measurable impact, developing the assets and infrastructure IOP staff and members rely on.
Application
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The Institute of Physics is an open and inclusive organisation that welcomes and celebrates diversity.
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Registered Charity
101 - 500
We strive to make physics accessible to people from all backgrounds.
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We are looking for talented people who want to make a difference to join our team – is this you?
The role
As the Associate Director, Digital, Data and Technology you will be at the centre of the academy in this highly influential, and visible leadership role; you will have a clear remit to shape and influence across the Academy.
With your background in digital transformation, you will relish the opportunity to lead change in a growing and ambitious organisation. This role will drive innovation and business transformation with a focus on digital leadership and enabling greater charitable impact.
Understanding how to set clear direction, identify and focus on the right priorities, and lead your team and the wider organisation through successful change will be crucial for the Academy to achieve its goals.
Creativity and the ability to connect operational and strategic elements with a desire to move from ideation to successful execution and impact will be key to this role.
You will be curious and have a leadership style that fosters innovation and brings people with you. Strong project and stakeholder management will be key in enabling sustainable growth of the Academy.
This is an important visible role, and you will be an active member of the Academy Senior Leadership Team providing guidance, business partnering and strategy for the Academy as a whole.
Our location
Our light, spacious head office is based in a fantastic location in central London with views over St James’s Park and close to the West End. We operate hybrid, flexible working practices with a baseline for office-based working of a mandatory weekly team day plus further days each week as required for the role and the Academy.
Who are we?
Engineering matters. It shapes our everyday lives, from our ability to turn the lights on, have a hot shower and commute into work, to the mobile phones we rely on to keep connected. It also plays a vital role in addressing some of the biggest challenges facing society today, from climate change to global health pandemics and cyber threats.
The Royal Academy of Engineering is a charity that harnesses the power of engineering to build a sustainable society and an inclusive economy that works for everyone. In collaboration with our Fellows and partners, we’re growing talent and developing skills for the future, driving innovation, and building global partnerships, and influencing policy and engaging the public. Together we’re working to tackle the greatest challenges of our age.
With a diverse workforce and an inclusive and supportive culture, we look to attract candidates from wide and different backgrounds who have a passion for the role engineering plays in society. Our aim is to make the Academy the best place to work for the staff we have and those we seek to attract.
Why work for us?
We’re looking for people who are driven to make the world a better place. If you’re passionate about what you do and want to work collaboratively with talented colleagues to make change happen now and for future generations, we want you to get in touch.
This is the perfect time to join us. We have a dynamic, visionary CEO, a strong leadership team and an ambitious and exciting strategy. The value we bring as experts in our field and change agents is highly recognised and makes the Academy a motivating place to be. Our work today builds on a long, proud history with a focused and ambitious future which we’d love you to be part of.
For more information and to apply online, please visit our careers portal.
Closing date: 19 February 2025
First interviews: w/c 3 March 2025
Second interviews: w/c 10 March 2025
The Academy is committed to making reasonable adjustments to remove barriers that hinder applicants from applying or staff from working effectively and comfortably.
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The European Respiratory Society (ERS) is looking for a Communications Assistant to join our small and busy team. The team is based in Sheffield but works with colleagues across Europe on a daily basis to support the communication needs of the Society. This is a full-time position with a temporary 12-month contract. It offers hybrid working between office and home.
About ERS
ERS is an international membership organisation that brings together physicians, healthcare professionals, scientists and other experts working in respiratory medicine. We are one of the leading medical organisations in the respiratory field, with a growing membership representing over 160 countries. Our mission is to promote lung health in order to alleviate suffering from disease and drive standards for respiratory medicine globally. Science, education and advocacy are at the core of everything we do; we promote scientific research, provide access to high-quality educational resources and play a key role in raising awareness of lung disease to politicians.
Specifics of the role
The Communications Assistant will support the wider team to produce and deliver comms plans and associated tactics using a variety of channels, including newsletters, websites, social media and mailings – targeting both our membership and the wider professional respiratory community.
Responsibilities:
- Daily checking of social media accounts (responding to and engaging with posts)
- Social media scheduling across all platforms
- Copywriting (for social media posts, newsletter items etc.)
- Image sourcing/editing for use on communications channels
- Scheduling of website content using a customised content management system (WordPress)
- Creating mailings/newsletters in design
- Proofreading and content checking
- Basic communication planning
- Supporting the Communications Director and Communications Coordinators as requested
- Some (limited) European travel may be required
Qualifications/experience
- Experience in a related role (preferred)
- Undergraduate degree in English, communications, journalism, PR or related (essential)
- Experience of working with social media such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram (essential)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills (essential)
- Experience of image editing/design suites (essential)
- Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail (essential)
- Ability to prioritise – handle multiple assignments, manage/meet tight deadlines, and quickly adapt to meet unexpected and urgent requests (essential)
- Confident with technology and computer-based systems (essential)
- Experience with MailChimp, Canva and content management systems (CMS) (preferred)
- Experience of a medical/scientific/not for profit organisation (preferred)
Please ensure you submit a covering letter indicating your suitability to this role, alongside a CV.
Non Charity Employer
51 - 100
The ERS mission is to promote lung health and alleviate suffering from respiratory disease.
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The main function of this role will be:
- Review The Lullaby Trust’s current Evidence Base.
- Create a revised Evidence Base including the production of plain language versions for each topic.
- Work with our designer to create final accessible PDF copies for each topic.
- Develop a standard operating procedure for updating the Evidence Base in future.
Job Description
- Review The Lullaby Trust’s current Evidence Base.
The Lullaby Trust’s guidance is constantly evolving as new evidence emerges on preventing unexpected infant deaths. However, much of our guidance, such as our Back to Sleep messaging, is based on an established and agreed body of evidence. The post holder will be required to undertake a narrative systematic review of the literature to create an updated Evidence Base for each aspect of The Lullaby Trust’s guidance, referencing established research and any relevant updated evidence. Ideally, papers would need to be readily available via open access to assist The Lullaby Trust staff with supporting research enquiries. It is important to note that whilst some of our guidance is based on direct evidence, some is indirect i.e. advising against using certain products due to association with other evidence-based guidance; therefore, the post holder should have a sound understanding of SIDS and unexpected infant death research to be able to demonstrate this link concisely.
Current topics covered by our guidance and evidence include:
Sleeping position
Clear cot
Room temperature
Bedding
Twins and multiples
Smoking
Alcohol and drug use
Breastfeeding
Airways
Co-sleeping/bedsharing
Products; slings, dummies, baby monitors
Car seats
Infection and immunisations
Premature babies
Poor antenatal care
Swaddling
Young parents
Normal baby sleep
Impact of deprivation
- Create a revised Evidence Base including the production of plain language versions for each topic.
The Lullaby Trust’s current Evidence Base is an extensive document. This project aims to make the Evidence Base more accessible and easier to update. We envisage that each topic currently covered in the Evidence Base will have a fully referenced version and a plain language version to enable them to be understood and used by a variety of service users, including health professionals and parents or carers. On completion, the Evidence Base and its derivatives will remain the sole property of The Lullaby Trust, however the post holder will be credited and there is scope for the post holder to publish an academic paper based on the project.
- Work with our designer to create final accessible PDF copies for each topic.
The post holder will need to support in the design of easily accessible PDF versions of the Evidence Base, including any relevant infographics and links to referenced research. Each document will need to align with the guidance available to service users via our website and in other published resources. It may be possible that the review provides insights into potential changes to the current guidance available and, where this is indicated, the post holder will work with our Scientific Advisory Group to provide the evidence for those discussions.
- Develop a standard operating procedure for updating the Evidence Base in future.
As a dynamic organisation that adapts our guidance to the most up-to-date research. Our current process involves our Scientific Advisory Group assessing new research and, if appropriate, amending our guidance or adding research to an established research library. However, the format of the current Evidence Base document creates a challenge in adding new references and evidence. The revised Evidence Base documents created by this project will need to be easily edited and updated. The post holder will be required to develop a standard operating procedure for updating the documents as part of our current Scientific Advisory Group processes.
Person Specification
Essential:
A good understanding of the research around SIDS and unexpected infant death.
Experience of literature reviews, systematic reviews, critical appraisal, and evidence synthesis.
Good written skills, including the ability to write in an accessible way.
Attachment to a Further Education Institution.
Access to own laptop/computer and necessary software.
Ability to organise own time to meet agreed project milestones.
To Apply:
Please send a cover letter, CV and a proposed project plan, including proposed methodology and a Gantt chart with intended timescales and milestones.
References may be requested from successful applicants.
Post holder must be available for regular online meetings to discuss progress and at least one in-person meeting with our Scientific Advisory Group in the London office.
To Apply:
Please send a cover letter, CV and a proposed project plan, including proposed methodology and a Gantt chart with intended timescales and milestones.
References may be requested from successful applicants.
Registered Charity
21 - 50
Safer sleep for babies, Support for families
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The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) is the world’s largest alliance of national societies of obstetrics and gynaecology, bringing together professionals from more than 130 countries and territories. For over 65 years, FIGO has collaborated with the world’s top health, rights and donor bodies. We are in official relations with the World Health Organization (WHO) and consultative status with the United Nations (UN).
FIGO is dedicated to the improvement of the health and rights of women and girls and to the reduction of disparities in health care, as well as to advancing the science and practice of obstetrics and gynaecology. We pursue our mission through education, research implementation, advocacy and capacity building with our member societies.
The Head of Business Development and Programmes is a new role providing strategic direction to the programmes teams, securing income to fund the programmes portfolio and ensuring that all our work aligns with our values and contributes to our organisational goals. They hold lead responsibility for developing, managing and securing a pipeline of restricted funding and partnerships to ensure that the programme portfolio grows year-on-year in line with FIGO strategy and plans. They are also responsible for leading our approach to local partner organisations (primarily our member associations) and ensuring that they are equipped to comply with our policies and procedures. The role also has responsibility over a variety of restricted funding of various sizes, sources and durations, which make up a key part of organisational income. As a member of the Senior Leadership team, they will play a key role in the design and implementation of organisational strategies and policies.
HOW TO APPLY
- To apply for this position, please send your CV and cover letter outlining your experience and interest in this opportunity via the Apply button. Please note that applications without a cover letter may not be considered.
- Closing Date for applications: Saturday 1st March.
We will interview suitable candidates as we monitor applications.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO THOSE WHO HAVE THE RIGHT TO RESIDE AND WORK IN THE UK. WE WILL EXPECT RELEVANT PROOF OF SUCH IF ASKED FOR AN INTERVIEW (PLEASE DO NOT SEND THIS INFORMATION WITH YOUR APPLICATION, THANK YOU).
Registered Charity
21 - 50
FIGO is the only organisation that brings together professional societies of obstetricians and gynecologists on a global basis.
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Cambridge Science Centre is looking for an enthusiastic person to join our team of Science Communicators. As a Science Communicator, you will be involved in all aspects of our delivery of hands-on science, technology, engineering and maths to young people with schools and communities – from single day events to multi-month pop-up science centres around the region.
CSC has moved to a new, state-of-the-art home on the iconic Cambridge Science Park. This new location allows us to draw on the world’s leading STEM institutions and open them up to surrounding communities and visitors to support better education, future careers, and life opportunities.
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We're looking for a Science Advisor to help ensure that the best available science is used to support climate litigation around the world.
ABOUT THE ROLE. CLN is a non-profit foundation that supports partners across the world to drive stronger climate action through litigation against high-emitting actors. We are now looking for a new Science Advisor to play a critical role in bridging the gap between science and law in the context of climate litigation, including by supporting the translation of key legal concepts and standards into actionable remedies in climate cases. This is a new post that offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to climate action as we approach 2030, and to shape this new post within CLN. Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting legal teams on how best available science can be integrated to support and strengthen their legal and advocacy strategies, and advising on effective ways to present scientific data to national and regional courts.
- Assessing scientific and evidentiary gaps in ongoing and future climate cases, and working with CLN staff and external partners – including academic and scientific institutions – to explore ways to address those gaps in a manner consistent with legal principles.
- Supporting the translation of legal standards into scientific standards. For instance, translating the legal standards presented by the European Court of Human Rights in the KlimaSeniorinnen case into relevant national carbon budget reports, and exploring the implications of key principles of international environmental law to States’ or corporations’ mitigation efforts.
- Acting as a bridge between the legal and scientific communities.
- Developing and maintaining relationships with leading climate scientists, academic institutions, and researchers.
- Facilitating collaborations to ensure that legal teams have access to top-tier scientific expertise to support their cases.
- Identifying opportunities to communicate the needs of the climate litigation community to relevant scientists (i.e. at conferences, workshops, expert meetings).
- Conducting ongoing research and preparing clear, concise briefing notes and explanations on key scientific issues for CLN staff and external partners.
Given this is a new role in the organisation and the evolving nature of the climate litigation field, we expect that there may be changes to how this role works in practice once the right candidate is in post.
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE
This is an exciting new role and we're keen to hear from people with relevant skills and experience coupled with a passion for climate justice.
Essential Experience, Skills, and Knowledge:
- Academic qualifications: Undergraduate degree in climate science, environmental science, geoscience, or a related field, with a strong academic record.
- Technical expertise: Proficiency in data analysis and modelling using R and/or Python.
- Ability to build and maintain a network of contacts in the scientific community, fostering collaborations and partnerships.
- Excellent science communication skills, with the ability to convey complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences, including legal professionals and non-specialists.
- Research and analytical skills: Strong research, analytical, and drafting skills, with the ability to distil complex scientific information into clear, actionable insights.
- Ability to think ‘outside of the box’: Willingness to work alongside a broad range of experts to explore how we can apply existing knowledge and expertise to solve novel legal problems.
- Personal attributes: Highly motivated, reliable, and able to work independently while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
- Strong alignment with CLN’s values and commitment to our vision and mission, and a commitment to building a trust-based, inclusive and empowering organisation.
- Fluent in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable Experience, Skills, and Knowledge:
- PhD or equivalent professional experience in climate science or a relevant discipline.
- Work experience: 3–6 years of post-university experience (or equivalent academic experience) in the field of climate change, climate policy, or a related area.
- Existing scientific network: Established network of scientific and academic contacts, particularly those working on climate change and environmental issues.
- Multilingual abilities: Proficiency in languages other than English is desirable, though not essential.
We know that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they are 100% qualified. If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria above, we still encourage you to apply.
WHY JOIN CLN?
- The unique opportunity to work for a mission-driven organisation at the cutting edge of climate litigation, and contribute to the climate justice movement worldwide.
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic team of highly skilled professionals who combine their expertise with a passion to make a difference.
- The space to shape and continuously develop your role.
- A flexible hybrid work environment, with opportunities for temporary remote work.
PLEASE NOTE:
This role can be based in either London or Amsterdam.
Salary is from £42,500 / €50,000 depending on experience and qualifications.
We are advertising this role at 0.6FTE on a fixed term contract, but are happy to consider additional hours and/or a consultancy contract for the right candidate.
All candidates must have existing right to work in the UK or the Netherlands. We cannot sponsor visas.
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We are looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable weather and climate scientist to join us at The Royal Meteorological Society (RMetS) as the Science Engagement Officer.
This is an exciting career opportunity for an individual who is keen to use their skills and knowledge to make a positive impact and advance the understanding of weather and climate in society through informal education. In this role, you will provide scientific support across science engagement project development, delivery and wider RMetS team operations. Reporting to the Science Engagement Manager, you will have responsibility for developing training materials and co-delivering sessions for our climate change communication training, and you will deliver RMetS early career initiatives such as our career events. You will also create engaging content for various RMetS activities and stakeholders, and work with the media to enhance public awareness of weather and climate.
If you have a passion for weather and climate science coupled with a relevant PhD or Master’s degree with industry experience, this could be the perfect role for you.
What you will do in the role:
- Develop training materials and co-deliver sessions for our RMetS training programme, including climate change communication training.
- Deliver youth and early career activities including events, training, the RMetS mentoring scheme, publishing and membership initiatives.
- Support RMetS career activities, producing career guidance, booklets and running workshops.
- Work alongside the RMetS Membership and Accreditation Manager to develop and maintain the Student Ambassador Scheme.
- Generate content across RMetS activities including scientific publishing, events, special projects and COP/IPCC initiatives.
- Support increasing opportunities for engagement with the media, deliver regular interviews, and work on activities to improve the communication of academic research into mainstream media.
- Design and deliver public engagement activities, e.g. Weather Photographer of the Year touring exhibition, citizen science projects, and outreach training.
- Work with the RMetS Science Engagement Fellows on Insurance Special Interest Group and Energy Special Interest Group sector-specific projects and their associated outputs.
- Support ad hoc formal education initiatives.
Essential criteria you will need to demonstrate:
- A background in weather and climate, either through: a PhD in a scientific field relevant to weather and climate; OR a Master’s degree within a scientific field relevant to weather and climate, with a minimum of three subsequent years working in industry.
- Extensive knowledge across weather and climate, and evidence of involvement in activities to ensure ongoing current knowledge across diverse areas.
- Experience in communicating scientific concepts and information to a different range of stakeholders (for example policy makers, the wider scientific and social science community, or the general public).
- A friendly and open-minded approach, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a small team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to prepare documentation for outside stakeholders and willing to communicate with the media.
- A people person who has the confidence to proactively reach out to and communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Excellent organisational skills including the ability to manage time effectively, balance multiple projects with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to think creatively, be innovative and embrace new ideas and ways of working.
Desirable skills
- Experience and keenness in public engagement and science engagement activities to a variety of audiences.
What you can expect when you work for the Royal Meteorological Society
- Hybrid working, 2 days per week at home and 3 days per week at the RMetS Headquarters in Reading (Tuesday to Thursday).
- Permanent, full-time role (37.5 hours per week), with options to consider flexible working.
- 25 days holiday per year in addition to 8 public holidays and an extra day off on your birthday.
- 10% employer pension contributions.
- Private healthcare.
If you would like to grow in this challenging and exciting Science Engagement Officer position, working in a well-respected and internationally renowned charitable organisation with Royal charter, we would love to hear from you. For more information about us, please visit our website.
Recruitment information and timetable
- The deadline for applications is Friday 14th March 2025.
- To apply please click the link and apply through CharityJobs, with a full CV and detailed cover letter explaining how you meet the essential criteria for this role.
- Interviews are expected to take place once the deadline for applications has closed with some flexibility for interview times outside of core working hours.
- The Royal Meteorological Society values diversity of background and perspective and is committed to treating all people equally and with respect irrespective of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We value diversity of background and perspective.
- We are particularly committed to the employment and career development of disabled people. As part of this commitment, we operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role they have applied for and we will proactively consider all reasonable adjustments to facilitate employment with us. If you wish to apply under this scheme, please indicate this in your covering letter.
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Impactful research. Expert communication. Panoramic vision.
Science Engagement Manager
£36,000 - £42,000 plus
Reports to: Senior Science Engagement Manager
Directorate: ?Research & Innovation?
Contract: ?Permanent?
Hours: ?Full time 35 hours per week?
Location: ?Stratford, London? ?Office-based with high flexibility (1-2 days per week in the office)?
Closing date: 5 February 2025 23:55
This vacancy may close earlier if a high volume of applications is received or once a suitable candidate is found, therefore we strongly recommend that you apply early to avoid disappointment. Please let us know if there is anything about the recruitment process that you would like to discuss, in particular if there are any changes or adjustments that would make it easier for you to apply. Please contact or 020 3469 8400 as soon as possible.
Visa sponsorship: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship.
Recruitment process: Competency based interview, presentation and written task
Interview date: w/c 17 Feb 2025
At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.
The Science Engagement Manager is a key role where you will work with fundraising teams to co-create and deliver compelling stories about Cancer Research UK's research and its impact. This particular role will partner with our Philanthropy team that bought in c£40 million pounds last year for our life saving research.
You will use various mediums from written content to presentations, events and interactive activities. Here are a couple of examples of some of the impactful work our science engagement team have done previously: and
We're looking for someone with excellent science communication skills. You will have the expertise and creative flair to produce accurate, inspiring, and relevant content and be able to communicate confidently with a wide variety of audiences. We are always looking for new ways to connect with our audiences so the more innovative you can be the better.
This role also offers some fantastic development opportunities such as the opportunity to be involved in cross functional project groups, presenting our work to internal and external audiences and training staff about our research. As part of a team of 17 Science Engagement specialists you will also have the opportunity to learn from your peers, giving and receiving feedback on your work to stretch and develop your science writing and engagement skills.
What will I be doing?
Creating impactful scientific storytelling by seeking out and distilling complex scientific information into engaging content that can inspire our diverse audiences to support Cancer Research UK's mission.
Creating and delivering presentations, written summaries, video content, interactive activities and event experiences. This may include fundraising pitches, talking at supporter events, delivering engaging experiences, and inspiring and educating fundraisers.
Evaluating the impact that content is having, using this to inform new content and concepts and to improve ways of working.
Developing in-depth knowledge of Cancer Research UK's research portfolio and organisation priorities and keeping up to date with the latest developments. Using this knowledge to advise and influence ideas to provide the most impact for our supporters, provide expert media opinion and ensure strategic goals are promoted.
Safeguarding Cancer Research UK's brand and ensuring the accuracy of the charity's science communications. This includes reviewing and editing content such as fundraising content for philanthropic and mass marketing audiences.
Developing close working relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders, gaining clear insight into the specific requirements and priorities of different audiences to identify and influence choice of appropriate content.
Promoting the skills and expertise of the team to maintain and develop partnerships across the organisation.
Working with key financial support teams to provide due diligence on selection of research options available for donor funding and advising fundraisers on restricted income
What skills are we looking for?
Excellent scientific knowledge essential. A higher degree (PhD or MSc) in biomedical or related field, or significant work experience in a scientific environment, desirable.
A passion for and proven experience in delivering bold and creative science communications to different audiences essential.
Demonstrable experience in collaborative project management and managing multiple stakeholders essential.
Enthusiasm and ability to keep up to date with the latest in cancer research essential.
Some experience working with charity fundraisers desirable.
Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do.
Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination
Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism
Human: Act to have a positive impact on people
Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively
We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer.
If you're interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience we'd still love to hear from you.
What will I gain?
We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals.
You can explore our benefits by visiting our .
How do I apply?
We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively.
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Our vision is to create a charity where everyone feels like they belong, benefits from and participates in, the work we do. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, in particular those from ethnic minority backgrounds who are currently under-represented. We would also love to receive applications from those returning to work after a break (for whatever reason)
We want to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application process, interview process and whilst at work. We therefore ask you to inform us of any concerns you have or any adjustments you might need to enable this to happen. Please contact or 020 3469 8400 as soon as possible.
Unfortunately, we are unable to recruit anyone below the age of 18, so that we can protect young people from health & safety and safeguarding risks.
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Job description
Are you passionate about education and ensuring everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential? Would you like the opportunity to work from home, for a few hours a week, to engage and inspire young people at a critical point in their education? If you’re knowledgeable in the field of maths and/ or science and able to facilitate engaging, online weekly sessions for children, we’d love to hear from you!
About Nova
Based in North Kensington since 1983 and serving its poorest wards & those of surrounding London boroughs, Nova works with individuals from marginalised and disadvantaged communities who are looking to develop their potential and achieve a better future for themselves. Nova brings about real and lasting change in people’s lives by addressing every person as an individual and seeking out ways to best support that person to reach their goals. We endeavour to help every person that comes to us who is motivated and committed to improving his or her life.
Reaching 2,500+ people each year, we believe in improving people’s lives one person at a time, helping committed and motivated individuals to achieve their potential by:
• Developing knowledge, education and confidence
• Connecting diverse groups
• Providing opportunities
Our work, operates on 2 levels:
• Grassroots Community Support – including responsive actions (e.g. Grenfell, COVID-19), education, IAG, family programme and volunteering
• Wider Reaching Dialogue Events and Influencing – focussing on challenging stigma,
prejudice and inequality – working with individuals, organisations, networks and decision
makers to move through conversation to action
Purpose of role
We began offering a free programme of home school support when Covid-19 struck and many families were thrown into the unknown world of home schooling – made even more challenging when your own education isn’t up to scratch or English is your second language. Since then, we have expanded our offer of online after-school classes to those who remain the most negatively impacted by being out of school or may be falling behind due to other household circumstances.
Duties will vary dependent on your skills/ availability but may include:
- Planning sessions in line with relevant Key Stage curriculum. We are recruiting a GCSE maths AND/ OR science teacher. However, being able to teach KS2 and KS3 classes would also be desirable in case of cover
- Delivering engaging group sessions online on a weekly basis
- Completing baseline and endline assessments and tracking learners’ progress
- Recording attendance on the database
- Undertaking relevant training
You need to be:
• A qualified teacher (QTS)
• Knowledgeable in your subject field (maths AND / OR science)
• Engaging
• Reliable
• Passionate about social change and making a difference
• Competent and confident with delivering online learning
• It would also be desirable if you were already DBS checked
Start date: As soon as possible.
Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining why you would like to work with us and how your knowledge and experience meets the person specification. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a panel interview. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
We are actively reviewing applications and interviewing candidates.
Registered Charity
21 - 50
Creating the circumstances through which people have the opportunity to achieve their potential & improve quality of life regardless of background.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking to appoint an Outreach Officer to support the implementation of educational programmes within the Salters’ Institute of Industrial Chemistry. This primarily includes assisting with the planning and delivery of a series of chemistry taster days at universities as part of our Festivals of Chemistry programme, as well as supporting other Company and Institute activities as required.
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The Projects Officer will lead and manage Xplore!'s externally funded projects, focusing on planning, delivery, and reporting to support the organisation's mission. This role plays a key part in developing Xplore!'s science discovery centre in Wrexham and the Xplore! Nature forest school in Northop. We seek an organised, creative individual with a passion for science communication and education, a strong track record in grant applications, and experience in delivering projects on time and within budget. Knowledge of current education initiatives and experience in the third sector or science centres is desirable. The ability to speak Welsh is an advantage.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Using Anonymous Recruitment
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FIGO is a professional organisation that brings together obstetrical and gynaecological associations from all over the world. We are in official relations with the World Health Organization (WHO) and a consultative status with the United Nations (UN).
Vision
FIGO has a vision that women of the world achieve the highest possible standards of physical, mental, reproductive and sexual health and wellbeing throughout their lives.
Mission
The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) is the world’s largest alliance of national societies of obstetrics and gynaecology, bringing together professionals from more than 139 countries and territories. For over 65 years, FIGO has collaborated with the world’s top health, rights and donor bodies. We are in official relations with the World Health Organization and consultative status with the United Nations.
FIGO is dedicated to the improvement of the health and rights of women and girls and to the reduction of disparities in health care, as well as to advancing the science and practice of obstetrics and gynaecology. We pursue our mission through education, research implementation, advocacy and capacity building with our member societies.
The purpose of the Gender Specialist is:
· To provide thought leadership, technical expertise, and strategic direction to strengthen the quality of FIGO’s programming and enhance impact.
· To provide advice on questions and issues related to gender, sex and sexuality.
· To educate and train others within the organisation, provide additional resources for co-workers and stakeholders as required. Determining criteria to measure successful knowledge and training.
The post is a part time, 3 day a week role and it will be necessary to work directly with the 6 Focus Countries of the LDI:REACH programme.
HOW TO APPLY
- To apply for this position, please send your CV and cover letter outlining your experience and interest in this opportunity via the Apply button. Please note that applications without a cover letter may not be considered.
- Closing Date for applications: Sunday 16th February 11.30pm
- Interviews will take place w/c 24th February
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO THOSE WHO HAVE THE RIGHT TO RESIDE AND WORK IN THE UK. WE WILL EXPECT RELEVANT PROOF OF SUCH IF ASKED FOR AN INTERVIEW (PLEASE DO NOT SEND THIS INFORMATION WITH YOUR APPLICATION, THANK YOU).
Registered Charity
21 - 50
FIGO is the only organisation that brings together professional societies of obstetricians and gynecologists on a global basis.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Senior Fundraising Data Analyst
£43,990 - £49,143 pa
City of London E1 8QS and we are a hybrid working organisation
This role is offered on a hybrid contract giving you the opportunity to also work from home three days a week.
Purpose of Role
As a Senior Fundraising Data Analyst, you will play a leading role in supporting the charity’s fundraising growth objectives through data analysis, reporting, and insight generation.
You will work closely with teams across Fundraising to develop and execute growth strategies based on data and insight; build and interrogate reporting dashboards, manage data requests, and directly support fundraising colleagues to optimise campaign activity by reaching new and existing audiences with relevant content and asks through a multi-channel supporter segmentation approach. Your expertise in data analysis and reporting tools will be crucial for driving insights that improve our fundraising and impact strategies.
You are analytically rigorous, able to understand the opportunities data and insight offer and will have a consistent track record of delivering actionable analytics projects in a business partnering capacity. You’ll believe in the power of data and insights as levers for affecting positive change.
You will work at the heart of Comic Relief’s operations, supporting the organisation work towards a Just World Free from Poverty.
Key responsibilities:
Business partnering with Fundraising teams, identify opportunities for our data to enable the achievement of FR strategic goals. For example, supporting on Fundraising strategy and fundraising campaign development through the provision of Lifetime Value analysis, propensity to give modelling, econometric modelling and / or regression analysis, recency, frequency, value analysis and the appending of third-party data sources to enrich our data set and better understand our donors and prospects.
Analyse large datasets to identify trends, insights, and opportunities to optimise fundraising campaigns and strategies.
Creation and maintenance of dashboards using Power BI to present actionable insights.
Provide analysis and reporting to support live events, campaign performance, and strategic decision-making. Delivering to and enhancing briefs provided by client teams, ensuring that accurate and timely insights are available for Fundraising teams.
Track performance metrics during events and provide immediate feedback and recommendations for optimization where appropriate.
Support the Fundraising team with data-driven audience segmentation in Salesforce Marketing Cloud or through Comic Relief’s Azure Data Lake
Data Tools and Architecture:
Support the development of the charity’s Azure-based data models, ensuring data consistency across platforms through providing and feedback on and identifying future developments needed.
Collaborate with other teams to optimize data flows, improve reporting systems, and ensure the effective use of data across the organization.
Leverage SQL, Kusto (KQL), and Salesforce Non-Profit Cloud and Marketing Cloud to extract, analyse, and manipulate data from various sources.
Utilise Power BI to build and maintain dashboards that provide clear and actionable insights.
Support for Fundraising will include being hands-on with Salesforce Non-Profit Cloud and Marketing Cloud.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
Business partner with fundraising teams to identify data requirements and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
Communicate complex data findings in a clear and actionable manner to non-technical stakeholders.
Provide thought leadership within the organisation relating to the use of data to derive insights.
Person specification
Essential criteria
Experience of working with data from a large scale, sophisticated consumer fundraising programme, specifically digital first programmes, or an equivalent Business to Consumer (B2C) scheme with Customer Relationship Management at its heart.
Proven experience as a Data Analyst or Senior Data Analyst, with a strong background in SQL and Python.
Proficiency in Power BI for dashboard creation and reporting.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse and present complex data in a clear and actionable format.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to interact effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Understanding of best practices in data governance and data management.
Hands-on experience with Salesforce Non-Profit Cloud and Marketing Cloud for data analysis and campaign tracking.
Experience of Data Analysis to support Fundraising.
Desirable criteria
Experience with Kusto (KQL) would be a significant benefit.
Extensive experience with data modelling and architecting.
Working with data management tools such as Aperture Data Studio.
Experience of working with data related to broadcast fundraising.
Experience working in an AWS environment and Google Analytics
Perks and benefits:
· Flexible working hours
· Work from home option
· Life Insurance
· Wellness programs
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
· Paid emergency leave
· Sabbatical Opportunities
· Professional development
· Mentoring/coaching
· Paid volunteer days
· Payroll giving
· Salary sacrifice
· Team social events
· Extracurricular clubs
· Cycle to work scheme
· Free fruit
To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online.
Closing: 12:00pm, 10th Feb 2025 GMT
Comic Relief reserves the right to close the role early if a large number of applications are received.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Comic Relief we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Why work at Comic Relief
There are lots of good reasons to join us at Comic Relief. You can read more about our employee benefits, such as our commitment to flexible and hybrid working. We ask staff to come to the office twice a week, normally on agreed team days, so that we can do all those things that are difficult to do online. Our office is based in Whitechapel, London.
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Finance Business Partner
£50,000 - £55,000 per year
Permanent, Full-time
Hybrid working, 2 days a week in the office
Office based in Central London
Join a dedicated and passionate cancer charity, playing a crucial role in its mission to improve lives. This is an exciting opportunity for a Finance Business Partner to provide vital financial expertise during a period of strategic growth and innovation. You’ll be instrumental in supporting our life-changing programs, ensuring financial sustainability and delivering exceptional service aligned with our charitable objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare monthly management accounts, monitoring and reporting on actual versus forecast performance for assigned areas.
- Lead planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, identifying risks and opportunities to support informed decision-making.
- Build strong, collaborative relationships with the management team, delivering insightful analysis and driving cost control and performance improvement initiatives.
- Enhance existing reporting processes to improve efficiency and deliver actionable insights.
- Assist with the year-end audit process to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Coordinate and prepare central financial reports, including forecasts, budgets, Board KPIs, and management accounts.
- Provide guidance and recommendations to support our programs, ensuring alignment with financial strategies and assumptions.
- Act as a key stakeholder for programs, offering financial and procurement advice to ensure best practices and cost-effective solutions.
- Review and advise on contracts to ensure the charity achieves the best value for money, assessing contractual terms for adequacy and compliance.
- Support program teams across the charity in independently monitoring and managing their budgets and forecasts.
Who Are We Looking For?
- A qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent).
- Demonstrated experience in finance business partnering, ideally with a strong focus on collaboration and stakeholder management.
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels within the organisation.
This charity values diverse experience and welcomes applications from candidates with backgrounds in the charity, industry, or practice sectors.
Make a meaningful difference in the fight against cancer while contributing to the financial excellence of an inspiring organisation.
