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Department: Community Fundraising, Events and Innovation
Location: hybrid – a minimum of 2 days in our Aldgate, London office each week
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: permanent, full time
Salary: £30,000 – £33,500
Closing date: Monday 9th December at 11.59pm

Interview date: Monday 16th December

Annual Leave: 33 days (plus eight bank holidays)

Benefits:

• enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental pay
• family-friendly policies
• 8% employer pension contribution (Aviva) or opportunity to continue NHS pension
• free health cashback plan (Medicash): employee cover plus up to four dependent children
• 24/7 virtual GP access (UK registered), plus access to Best Doctors
• free, confidential employee assistance programme (Medicash)
• access to wellbeing app (healthy living tips and Bright TV )
• flexible working options including hybrid working, flexible working patterns such as part-time, compressed hours, and more*
• learning and development committed (bespoke training, LinkedIn Learning etc)
• employee health and wellbeing committed (Menopause Friendly accreditation, Disability Confident employer etc)

Background:

Every three minutes someone in the UK develops dementia: a progressive and complex condition that can be devastating for the whole family. One in two of us will be affected by dementia in our lifetime – either by caring for someone with the condition, developing it ourselves, or both.

Dementia UK is the specialist dementia nursing charity that is there for the whole family. Our specialist nurses, known as Admiral Nurses, provide free, expert advice, support and understanding to help families care for their loved one. Every day, Admiral Nurses help families up and down the country to have the best life possible, for as long as possible.

Purpose of the job/About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Challenge Events Team at Dementia UK, where you will help coordinate the programme of supporter-led (or ‘DIY’) challenge event activities, driving both participation and income for the organisation.

As the Challenge Events Executive (DIY), you will leverage your knowledge and insight to identify new partnerships and opportunities. You will be responsible for developing and implementing marketing plans that increase participant numbers and creating stewardship journeys that ensure excellent supporter experiences and maximise income. Additionally, you will be responsible for stewarding the ‘DIY’ challenge event supporters and will work to provide automated stewardship suitable for the masses as well as bespoke stewardship to the high value supporters.

To be successful in the site role, you will have experience of coordinating fundraising events or campaigns. You should possess hands-on experience utilising relationship databases, coupled with an understanding of effective marketing channels, particularly digital. Additionally, expertise in stewardship techniques will be crucial for increasing remittance rates and maximising average gifts. You should also have an understanding of how to use insights, data and market trends to identify opportunities and make recommendations.

Join us now and be part of a team dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of those affected by dementia.

Our Culture

In addition to a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, we truly value our people. It’s important for us to create a working environment that looks after our workforce to achieve their full potential. You will become part of a diverse and dedicated team who are supported to use and develop their skills. We recognise and value the key role you will play in delivering our strategic plans for the benefit of those living with dementia.

Our staff have a voice. Representatives from different roles and levels across the organisation positively contribute and lead on our working groups around health and wellbeing, menopause, and equality, diversity and inclusion.

Dementia UK is proud to welcome everyone, we aim for a truly inclusive culture with talented, diverse teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We celebrate difference and individuality and encourage everyone to join us and be their whole selves always.

Dementia UK is a Disability Confident Employer. If you’d like support to make an application or to tell us you’re applying under the Disability Confident Scheme, contact our recrutiment team.

This role is subject to a Basic DBS.

By applying to join Dementia UK, you acknowledge that in the event you are successful for the role, any offer and your ongoing employment will be conditional on you having or obtaining the right to work in the UK.

*Please note that any decision on flexible working is based on business needs

When you apply for a job at Dementia UK, we will collect certain information about you to process your application and assess your suitability for the role. Further details can be found in our privacy notice.

Are you a confident, proactive, and creative fundraiser? Do you like to seek out opportunities from your thorough research and build productive relationships using your great communication skills?

Your existing experience in fundraising and desire to succeed will be essential in this role; if you also want to make a difference for nature, Surrey Wildlife Trust are looking for you!

About the role

In this exciting and challenging role you will support the fundraising team to build and develop relationships with corporates which result in the generation of income and beneficial strategic partnerships for Surrey Wildlife Trust. Reporting to the Corporate Partnerships Manager and working with other members of the Fundraising and Communications teams, this role will be responsible for account support for existing corporate members and partners, creation and delivery of corporate communications plans and organisation of corporate volunteering events.

Using existing leads plus building new relationships, your creative flair will generate compelling content and proposals tailored to different audiences and feed into press releases, newsletters, pitches and social media posts.  There are real opportunities to shine whilst promoting our essential aim to connect nature.

Travel across Surrey will be a necessary part of the role to visit our projects, sites, donors and other partners. 

About Surrey Wildlife Trust

Our head office is based in Pirbright, and our hybrid working policy aims to provide a good work/life balance which can incorporate partial home working whilst having an interesting working environment.  The salary offered to successful applicants will form part of a benefits package including: above minimum pension contributions, life assurance of 4 x salary, employee support scheme, 22 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), flexible / hybrid working policy.

We are committed to having an inclusive and diverse workplace and encourage applications from backgrounds which may be underrepresented in our sector, including people from minority ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. 

We aim to offer an interview to all candidates that meet the essential criteria for the post.  Please let us know if you require any adjustment to make our recruitment process more accessible.

Please look at the full job profile to see if you match our criteria and would enjoy working with motivated, passionate, wildlife friendly nature professionals and fundraising experts.

If this is the role for you, please send a completed application form, available at our website, search for jobs, or send a full CV and covering letter to Charlie Thefaut, Corporate Fundraising Officer, by the closing date of Wednesday 4th December 2024.

 Surrey Wildlife Trust is the only local organisation dedicated to ensuring Surrey is a place where both abundant wildlife and people can live and thrive together. 

Our aim is simply to connect nature.

 Guided by a collaborative vision where we all play a part in connecting nature, we provide expert advice and guidance to landowners and managers, making sure the land we look after leads by example, while inspiring and educating people and organisations across the county on what they can do. By doing this we will create a Surrey that is full of diverse and abundant wildlife, where nature is at the heart of individual choices, corporate decisions, and local economic and policy making. One that helps tackle the ongoing climate emergency, while supporting the health and wellbeing of all who live here.

Group Marketing Executive (Content Focus)

Location: London/Hybrid
Department: Group Marketing and Communications
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: 35
Salary: Up to £31,000 depending on skills and experience

Are you a creative storyteller with a passion for social impact? The Big Issue Group is looking for a Group Marketing Executive to help us share powerful stories, drive engagement and grow our community across our mission-focused initiatives, including Big Issue Media, Campaigns, Big Issue Recruit, and Big Issue Invest.

In this exciting and newly created role, you'll work closely with our impact-driven marketing team to create compelling content across all channels, manage social media channels, and support key campaigns like Poverty Zero and Christmas.

Ideal for early-career marketers, this role offers:

• The chance to hone your content creation and storytelling skills to shape and execute key campaigns for the Big Issue Group
• Experience with social media management and short-form video creation.
• The opportunity to highlight the stories of people impacted by poverty while respecting their dignity.
• Exposure to all areas of the Group Marketing Team and wider Big Issue Group

Join us and help grow awareness of the Big Issue Group’s mission, drive revenue streams, and create real change for people affected by poverty in the UK.

For a full job description including the summary of responsibilities, skills, qualities and experience required for the role, please download from the link below.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary £31,000 per annum depending on skills and experience
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays incrementally increasing with service.
• Flexible working policy
• Pension scheme
• Private Health care cover
• Enhanced Family benefits
• On-going learning and development
• Employee Assistance programme to support your health and wellbeing
• Blue Light Benefits scheme

Workplace details:

Whilst this role will be based at the Big Issue Group Head Office in Finsbury Park, the Group Marketing Team operates under a hybrid model - currently visiting the office every Thursday plus one other day each week at each individuals discretion and working the rest of the time from home. The successful candidate would be welcome to work in the office more frequently however if they desired. 

Closing date – 5 December 2024. Please note that we may invite suitable candidates for interview before the closing date. So please apply asap.

Big Issue Group is striving towards Equal Opportunities. We particularly welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our sector, such as women in senior roles, and people with disabilities and from Black and Minority Ethnic communities. 

Since 1991, the Big Issue has sought to tackle poverty by creating opportunities through enterprise and working with individuals to rebuild their lives. Over time our organisation has grown, extending our mission so the Big Issue Group now consists of The Big Issue Company Ltd, Big Issue Invest Ltd (our social investment arm) and Big Issue Changing Lives Community Interest Company.

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ABOUT CATSNAKE

At Catsnake: The Story Agency, we harness the power of storytelling, for good. We believe that remarkable talent, enthusiasm and creative thinking can change the world for the better.

We’re third sector specialists, working with clients like UNICEF, WWF, RSPB, and Amnesty International, to craft narratives that make a lasting impact.

Our team thrives in a collaborative, open environment where creativity flows freely, laughter is encouraged, and we’re powered by more tea than you might expect!

LOCATION

Somerset House/Remote (2-3 time in office per week, always on Monday)

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re looking for a full time Creative Strategist who will play a key role in developing and producing strategic and creative projects for our charity clients.

Working closely with our Creative Director and a talented team of storytellers, you will develop creative strategies that drive action and create change.

You’ll also be responsible for ensuring the quality and effectiveness of Catsnake’s marketing output, ensuring our own story continues to be told in an engaging and impactful way.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Creative Strategy:

• Collaborate with the Creative Director to develop innovative creative strategies for social media, paid media and content marketing.
• Conduct relevant desk research to inform strategy and audience insights.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative research to develop and test audience insights and key messages.
• Analyse research and test performance data to provide actionable insights.
• Work with and inspire a team of writers, designers, and storytellers to bring creative ideas to life.
• Ensure all creative outputs align with client goals, maintaining brand voice and driving measurable results.
• Create pitch decks and insight documents and present work confidently to clients.
• Stay on top of industry trends and apply them to creative solutions.
• Oversee Catsnake’s marketing efforts, including planning and executing content strategies, managing social media presence, and maintaining the website, to ensure our story is told effectively and consistently.

Project Management:

• Work with project managers to ensure creative solutions are aligned with overall project objectives and timelines.
• Facilitate the development of creative concepts and oversee the production process.
• Ensure high standards of quality, creativity, and delivery on time and within budget.

Skills & Experience:

• At least 3+ years of experience in creative strategy, ideally within a creative agency environment.
• Strong writing experience, with a portfolio that demonstrates relevant work.
• Proven experience in developing and executing creative strategies across various media, including digital and traditional platforms.
• Experience developing and optimising social media campaigns, with the ability to track and report on engagement.
• Experiencing in branding is highly desirable.
• Experience working with charities is highly desirable.

Who you are:

•  Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.
• Creative and strategic thinker with a keen understanding of how to inspire action.
• Confident and engaging in presenting ideas and building relationships with clients.
• Highly organised, with excellent project management and multitasking abilities.
• Eager to stay current on trends and developments in the creative and digital landscape.

Why Work at Catsnake?

• After one year of employment, you’ll be eligible to receive a share of the annual profit pool and be a part of our EMI scheme.
• Enjoy a hybrid work environment, offering the flexibility to balance office and remote working.
•  A generous holiday entitlement.
• Be part of a passionate team working on meaningful, creative projects for leading charities.

At Catsnake: The Story Agency, we are committed to diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. We believe that a diverse group of creative-minded individuals will help us better understand our audience and achieve a diversity of thought in our work. Join us and be part of a creative journey that makes a difference.

The Events and Fundraising Assistant helps to improve, develop and organise our events, including the London Legal Walk, Great Legal Bake, Great Legal Quiz and many more across London and the South East. They work to maintain contact with our wide network of dedicated supporters, keeping our database up-to-date with contact and event information. They update our website and produce content for printed materials to promote our events programme, and assist with the recruitment and management of volunteers.

Main duties and responsibilities (see recruitment pack for more detail)

• Organising events
• Improve and maintain website and online presence
• Administrative duties
• General support

About you

Essential criteria

• Enthusiasm for the cause and our work; commitment to social justice and equal opportunities for all
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including written and oral communications skills
• Confidence with IT including Microsoft Office suite
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work well under pressure; strong organisational skills to work in a busy environment with competing demands
• Proven ability to communicate with a wide range of people and to liaise effectively with other organisations
• Highly motivated, with ability to work on own initiative and as part of a small team
• Flexibility and willingness to learn new skills
• Professional, reliable and responsible
• Ability to work outside office hours as required (with time off in lieu), particularly in the build up to events, on the days of events and in other busy periods
• A positive attitude to problem solving and finding new solutions

Benefits

• 25 day of annual leave (pro-rata for part time) plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time). Allowance increases due to years of service to 27 days for 2+ years, 29 days for 4+ years and 31 for 6+ years.
• 5% Employer pension contribution
• Hybrid working
• Flexible working options
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Continuing professional development opportunities

How to apply:

To apply for this role, click the ‘quick apply’ button and submit a copy of your CV with a covering letter of no more than two pages of A4, describing how you meet the requirements of the role and the criteria outlined in the person specification. Please read the Recruitment Pack for full details before applying.

Recruitment timeline:

Closing date: 10am, 02 December 2024

Please note applications will be considered on a rolling basis and we may close for applications in advance of the above date if a suitable appointment is made. 

The successful appointment is subject to satisfactory written references and right to work checks.

Trusts & Foundations Development Manager

Join our client as a Trusts & Foundations Development Manager, this will be the first role in this speciality and will proactively develop programme ideas into winnable proposals and progress income from trusts and foundations.

Job title: Trusts & Foundations Development Manager

Salary Range: £45,000 per annum

Application deadline: Friday 29th November

Location:  Hybrid /London

Start date: ASAP

This charity works across three dozen countries around the world, an independent non-profit organisation that supports journalists and civil society to help drive change in countries experiencing conflict, crisis, and transition. Their work includes:

• Training and mentoring: trains and mentors journalists and rights activists to improve their ability to identify and present factual information.
• Providing platforms: helping local talent establish and strengthen media outlets and civic groups.
• Removing barriers: working with partners to remove barriers to free expression and citizen engagement
• Strengthening media and civil society: helping strengthen the ability of media and civil society to speak out.
• Empowering societies: helping societies find their own solutions.

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Global Development Director, the successful candidate will be a self-starter with the relevant experience, skills and relationships to develop a portfolio of prospects and grant makers.

The Trusts & Foundations Development Manager will work as part of a collaborative and friendly development team and work closely with programmes to develop new ideas and applications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To identify suitable trust and foundation donors and establish relationships, with involvement from the GDD;
• Work with programme teams to develop new ideas for business development and submit to known and identified trusts & foundations;
• Manage the stewardship of the trusts and foundations portfolio, crafting winnable applications, and delivering reports as part of the engagement process;
• Work closely with the institutional development managers to identify opportunities for their portfolios and on institutional proposal development when necessary;
• Develop strategies for engaging new prospective donors through research and represent the organsation through networking;
• Gather and share information on new potential funding and/or themes and contribute to the intelligence and MEL functions with donor information and competitor mapping;
• Manage and develop existing relationships in collaboration with international programmes;
• Line management of a Development Assistant and coordination of their support to other team member.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• At least 5 years of experience working in a similar role;
• Significant and demonstrable experience of securing income from trusts and foundations;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• High quality verbal and written communication, problem-solving, critical thinking and a desire to collaborate with peers;
• Proven successful experience in identifying and securing unpublished funding opportunities;
• Ability to deliver high-level presentations to donors, clients and internal audiences.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Trusts Fundraiser, Foundations Fundraiser, Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser, Fundraising, Partnerships Manager, Fundraising Partnerships, Income Generation, Income Generation, Fundraiser, Engagement, Trusts, Trusts Fundraising Officer, Foundations Fundraising Manager, Trusts and Grants Fundraising Manager, Fundraising Manager, Trusts Fundraiser, Trusts and Grants Fundraiser, Corporate Fundraising, Corporate Fundraising Executive, Corporate Fundraising Manager, Corporate and Events Fundraiser.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Are you passionate about fashion or furniture and want to make a difference through your work? We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Store Manager to join our team, focusing on driving sales while supporting our charitable mission.

About the Role:

As the Flagship Store Manager, you will play a key role in supporting our Retail Manager to maximise sales and ensure the smooth operation of our retail business. You’ll be part of an enthusiastic Retail team that values collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to positive change.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Retail Manager in achieving sales targets and operational goals.
• Lead, inspire, and manage a dedicated team, including staff and volunteers.
• Ensure exceptional customer service and a welcoming store environment.
• Manage inventory, merchandising, and store presentation to align with brand standards.
• Oversee daily store operations, including cash handling, reporting, and compliance.
• Contribute to marketing initiatives and community engagement efforts.

About You:

• Experience: Previous experience in a store management role within the fashion or furniture industry is essential.
• Skills: Strong leadership skills with proven line management experience. Experience managing volunteers is highly desirable.
• Attitude: Positive, proactive, and passionate about driving change. A “can-do” attitude and optimism for the future are a must.
• Passion: Enthusiasm for fashion, furniture, and making a positive impact through charity-focused work.

Why Join Us?

• Training: Additional training and development opportunities will be provided.
• Team: Join a friendly and supportive team that is dedicated to making a difference.
• Impact: Be part of a company that values its people and their contributions to both business and community.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and share our passion for fashion and positive change, we’d love to hear from you!

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining why you would be a great fit for this role.

MediCinema Manager

Reports to: National Cinema Manager

Manages: Deputy Manager, nurses and volunteers

Location: Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle

Terms: 35 hours per week (5 days)

Benefits: 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays + 5% employer pension contribution

About MediCinema

MediCinema is a unique national, UK registered charity that improves the wellbeing and enriches the quality of life of NHS patients, their families and carers through the power of the shared cinema experience and the magic of film. We achieve this by building and running cinemas in hospitals and places of care equipped with space for beds, wheelchairs and medical equipment, and providing free films and activities for patients of all ages. Our services help to improve emotional, mental and physical health, reducing isolation, anxiety and stress, and increasing patient resilience to help them cope with what they’re going through.

Our purpose-built in-hospital cinemas are designed to accommodate patients in hospital beds and wheelchairs, on drips or with monitors. Patients are looked after by trained volunteers who accompany them to and from the cinemas, and by two nurses who are present at each inpatient screening. In addition to our regular inpatient screenings, in 2023 we introduced new Tailored Screenings for specific patient communities, working closely with the patients and clinical teams to co-design experiences that meet the specific needs of each group. We also routinely hold personal screenings for patients who are unable to mix with other patients, are receiving palliative care or are in other sensitive situations. Through our long-standing strategic partnership with Disney, we also design and provide activities on wards and in the MediCinemas as part of our ‘Moments that Matter’ (MTM) programme.

The Role

We are looking for a Cinema Manager to build and run our Newcastle MediCinema, supporting patients in the Great North Children’s Hospital and the Royal Victoria Infirmary.

The post-holder will work closely with the part-time Deputy Cinema Manager (with additional support from our north-east Senior Cinema Manager), their team of nurses and volunteers, the hospital, and with central office operations team to prepare for and run successful film screenings each week.

We will run four regular inpatient screenings each week, which are mainly evenings and weekends. There will also be a programme of additional Tailored and Personal screenings on top of these four regular inpatient screenings.

The role offers a unique, exciting and extremely rewarding opportunity for someone interested in a service delivery role at the heart of our charity, involving direct contact with the patients and families we support.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

The role of the Cinema Manager is essential to ensure the effective delivery of our service. Based at Newcastle Royal Victoria Infirmary the role is responsible for all operational aspects of the service. This includes ensuring screenings happen on schedule and as planned, recruiting and managing volunteers and nurses, and developing links with hospital staff to ensure the service is widely advertised and utilised.

The position would be part of the larger cinema managers team (all of whom operate remotely at various hospital sites) and report to the National Cinema Manager who is based in our central office in London. This position would suit someone who is self-motivated, wants a varied and interesting role and has an interest in film, healthcare and helping to improve people’s wellbeing.

MediCinema is a small team and staff members are expected to support each other and share cross-organisational work in addition to fulfilling individual responsibilities.

The Person

We are looking for a high energy, enthusiastic, self-motivated individual who is passionate about helping people and delivering impactful and effective services. They should be a warm, welcoming and positive person who can demonstrate the following skills and qualities: 

• Strong organisational skills with a good attention to detail.
• A proactive, resourceful, problem-solving approach.
• An ability to work both on their own and as part of a team.
• Experience in using IT and an ability to quickly learn and understand new systems and technology. Please note full training on ingesting films and running the projection equipment will be provided so direct projection experience, while beneficial, is not required.
• Excellent communication skills and an ability to caringly and openly relate to and build relationships with a wide variety of people, from children, family members, volunteers and centre staff.
• Flexibility and adaptability, and enjoyment of a working environment where no two days are the same.
• Demonstrate tact and sensitivity when dealing with people with a variety of needs and be aware of issues relating to confidentiality and safeguarding.
• Interest in healthcare, wellbeing and/or film & cinema.
• A sense of humour and congenial demeanour to help patients and families feel at ease and enjoy their MediCinema experience.

Please note the role will require an Enhanced DBS check, which we will arrange.

How to Apply

If you have a passion for health, wellbeing, film and the arts, and are a driven, highly-organised, compassionate and enthusiastic individual, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a covering letter telling us what appeals to you about this role and what makes you a strong candidate (no longer than one side of A4).

Please note applications will be anonymised.

· Closing date for applications: Midday, 2nd December 2024

· Online initial interviews: w/c 9th December 2024

· In person second-round interviews: 16th & 17th December 2024

MediCinema are an equal opportunities employer and an accredited Living Wage Foundation employer.

Just Treatment is excited to be hiring a Youth Mental Health Organiser to work alongside our Senior Youth Mental Health Organiser and young people directly affected by the youth mental health crisis. This role focuses on supporting young people to lead powerful campaigns that hold the corporations driving and profiting from the youth mental health crisis to account.

If you’re passionate about empowering communities and creating systemic change, we’d love to hear from you!

Just Treatment is a growing patient-led campaign fighting to ensure everyone gets the healthcare they need by demanding that the government acts to put patients before corporate profits. We believe the only way we can achieve these changes is by building a movement of those directly affected by the problem to challenge the power of the pharmaceutical and health industries. We have a track record of high impact campaigns that have changed the lives of the people we work with, and thousands of NHS patients, by forcing corporations and politicians to move.

Our approach is centred on deep organising with a cohort of patient leaders who have been directly impacted by the health injustices on which we campaign. This group steer and lead our campaigns, but are supported by a much larger group of volunteers and supporters. This role will be focused on our campaign strand around the crisis in young people’s mental health, focused on the role that late-stage capitalism is having on both the drivers of poor mental health, mental illness, and madness, and the ineffective responses to this crisis.

The role has two distinct parts: providing administrative support that facilitates the work of the Senior Youth Mental Health Organiser; and identifying and developing the leadership of young people directly affected by these health injustices and their families, building trusting relationships that ensure they are able to shape the strategy and lead the campaigns that win tangible improvements in the mental health and wellbeing of the people we are campaigning with and for.

You will work with key external allies to coordinate and multiply our campaigns, and ensure there are meaningful actions volunteers and supporters can do to further our campaign goals . You’ll love working as part of a collaborative, small team and you’ll thrive on building trusting relationships with the people you work with. And you’ll be committed to taking on David Vs Goliath fights for justice.

Check out our website for more info and how to apply!

At Public Law Project (PLP), we ensure that public law principles, including the rule of law and human rights, are protected and advanced, with the experiences of those most marginalised in society in mind.

PLP plays a leading role fighting some of the most egregious public law violations of our day. We have worked on issues including the prorogation, the Rwanda policy, the attempt to go back on the promises made to the Windrush generation, and the near total collapse of legal aid, and so much more. Yet you may never have heard of us. We are looking for a Communications and Engagement Director to help us change that.  

With a new government in place, this is an exciting time to raise the profile of PLP and our mission. We are developing a new strategy which we expect to crystalise our role countering the rise of the far right, advancing public law into new areas such as preventing Government misuse of AI, and continuing to stand with the most marginalised in society. Your role will be critical in ensuring our voice has impact and we have the resources to implement our strategy. 

You will develop and oversee a new organisational communications plan, focusing on brand-building, and media outreach. Reporting to the CEO directly, you will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team and work closely with the Board and other stakeholders to enhance PLP’s impact and reputation, as well as guide and implement our strategy.

Leading the Communications and Engagement team, you will direct all external communications, provide thought leadership for PLP events, oversee grant fundraising efforts and relaunch fundraising from philanthropic individuals. You will be an excellent manager providing empowering leadership for members of your team and maintaining and inclusive work culture that promotes staff wellbeing. You will also be great at working with other departments including our casework, research and policy teams. 

This is a permanent, open to full time and part time applications of at least four days per week. PLP offers flexible working from day one, a wide-ranging wellbeing programme, 25 days annual leave (plus festive period closure), and 10% employer pension after 12 months. 

PLP is an equal opportunity and Disability Confident Employer, and we place a high value on diversity. We are proud of our strong diversity right across the organisation and at all levels of seniority. We have significant numbers of staff who come from underprivileged or minoritised backgrounds (including people of colour, women, LGBTQ+ people, disabled people, and people from lower socio-economic backgrounds). The majority of our staff and trustees have lived experience that relates to our work. Whether you are part of all or none of these groups, you will be welcomed at PLP. 

As part of our commitment to recruit fairly we use anonymised-selection processes until interview, make an additional interview available for the highest-scoring candidates from under-represented communities, and use ‘tie-breaker’ provisions at all stages of our selection process.

The Maternal Mental Health Alliance’s (MMHA) Everyone’s Business campaign calls for all women throughout the UK who experience a perinatal mental health problem to receive the care and support they and their families need, wherever and whenever they need it. This role will play a key part in supporting MMHA’s successful campaign and helping drive change for women, babies and families affected by mental health problems during pregnancy and after birth.

Job purpose

• Support the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the MMHA campaigns.
• Contribute to researching and producing campaign materials.
• Maintain relationships with a range of stakeholders to support campaign objectives, including MMHA members, MPs, academics and lived experience champions.
• Support MMHA projects, contributing to the delivery of the MMHA’s strategy.
• Support the campaign team with administrative tasks, meetings and events.

Main responsibilities

• Work with the Head of Campaigns and Policy, Communications Manager, and senior leadership to develop and deliver campaigning activities to improve maternal mental health care in the UK.
• Support the production of campaign resources, including desk research, drafting copy, and proofreading.
• Reading and summarising policy information, such as reports.
• Lead political monitoring, tracking relevant policy developments, identifying opportunities for engagement with MPs and attending meetings.
• Support campaign communication activities, including press and social media support, website editing and copywriting for articles or newsletters.
• Lead monitoring of work with academic partners, maintaining records, liaising with partners and participating in projects, as requested.
• Support campaigning in the devolved nations, identifying cross-nation opportunities.
• Assist the Head of Campaigns and Policy and wider team with administrative and other tasks, including the organisation and facilitation of meetings and events and responding to routine enquiries.
• Help support MMHA projects, as required.
• Work with the team on campaign evaluation.
• Maintain a diary of key campaign dates and events.
• Represent the MMHA at events, as required.

Essential skills and experience

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to engage with wide and diverse groups.
• Good communication skills including verbal and written communications, familiar with representing information to external audiences, tailoring communication to be accessible and appropriate.
• Excellent organisational skills, including successful events and meetings, with an ability to plan, organise and prioritise work to deadlines and under pressure.
• Familiar with reading, summarising and writing complex documents in the policy arena.
• Experience working with civil servants, MPs, and decision-makers.
• Experience in office administration, including dealing with routine enquiries and database work.
• Experience working in contexts where high levels of empathy and sensitivity are required.
• Excellent teamwork skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative with minimum supervision.
• An interest in the work of MMHA and commitment to our values.

Desirable skills and experience

• Understanding of maternal mental health problems.
• Experience of working within a charity or campaigning environment.

HOW TO APPLY

Application is by CV and a cover letter of no more than two pages of A4. In your letter, please summarise how you meet the list of essential skills and experience detailed above.

We will be anonymising applications before shortlisting. To make this easier, please ensure that your cover letter includes your initials rather than a full name.

Applications should be sent to the recruitment email address provided in the attached Job Pack by 9am on Thursday 5th December.

We are looking for someone to start with us as soon as possible, ideally in January. As part of your application, please indicate your availability.

Interviews will take place virtually the week commencing 16th December. We will send all successful shortlisted candidates interview questions in advance.

We would appreciate it if candidates could fill out our equal opportunities monitoring form (see link in attached Job Pack). This will not be linked to your application and is anonymous.

We are keen to ensure that our recruitment process helps us find the best candidate for the role, not the candidate who is best at completing applications and carrying out job interviews. If there is anything we can do to assist you in the recruitment process or if you have any queries, please don’t hesitate to email us on the details provided in the Job Pack. 

Cambridge Cyrenians has been providing accommodation and support to homeless men and women for over 50 years. We have an exciting new opportunity to join the team as our Community Fundraising Officer. You will be raising funds and awareness to benefit people moving on from homelessness living in our supported housing service and additional projects.

Community Fundraiser
Salary: £30,128 - £33,413 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location: Cambridge. Office based with flexible working
Benefits: 25 days annual leave rising to 30 plus your birthday off. Cycle to work, Blue Light Card and other benefit schemes. Weekly well-being hour

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic about fundraising, marketing and community engagement, supporting the Trustees and Senior Management Team to develop the fundraising strategy. Managing and building existing partnerships, building new income generation strategies, promoting the charities awareness to the local community, corporate and individual supporters.

Key Responsibilities

• Raise Cambridge Cyrenians local profile and social media presence, including regular press releases
• Working with Trustees and Senior Staff to develop and deliver Cambridge Cyrenians’ fundraising strategy
• Identify and secure additional fundraising opportunities
• Engage with local companies to develop corporate support from the business community
• Keep track of fundraised income and expenditure
• Produce quarterly supporter newsletters on Mailchimp and LinkedIn • Lead Community Events Working Group to develop and deliver community events
• Develop and deliver seasonal campaigns and sponsorship challenges to grow Cambridge Cyrenians’ supporter base through one-off and regular donations
• Maintain individual donor records in Cambridge Cyrenians’ CRM (Donorfy), ensuring Gift-Aid claims are submitted and donors are thanked in a timely manner
• Maintain Wordpress website and fundraising platforms (JustGiving, GivenGain)
• Manage social media channels, including Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn • Develop Cambridge Cyrenians’ legacy fundraising stream
• Ensure all fundraising is GDPR compliant and complies with the Fundraising Regulator’s Code of Fundraising Practice
• Be passionate and advocate on behalf of Cambridge Cyrenians’ work
• Network locally to build relationships working flexibly to attend local events

In addition to the benefits listed, the post includes; regular supervision, continuous professional development and an opportunity to learn, develop and shape an exciting role. It offers flexible working and working from home.

Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 16th December.
Interviews: Wednesday 18th December 2024.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

No agencies please.

About the role

We are seeking a dynamic Operations Manager to lead the next phase of our development, building on the strong foundation we've established.

In this key leadership role, you'll ensure smooth, efficient operations across all functions, including finance, HR, facilities and communications, managing a small, dedicated team. Your work will directly support our teams in delivering vital services, reaching key targets and achieving our mission, offering you the chance to make a lasting impact in a growing, purpose-driven organisation.

This fast-paced role requires a proactive, resourceful individual who can manage daily operations while considering the bigger picture to implement new ways of working. As part of the Senior Management Team, you'll also help shape and deliver our organisational strategy.

Additionally, you will have the unique opportunity to co-lead our participation in the London Communities Human Rights Programme, a four-year project aimed at embedding a human rights-based approach in all areas of our work, in collaboration with the British Institute of Human Rights.

Key Responsibilities

• Finances
  • ​Ensure robust financial management and controls, supported by the Director and an external financial consultant, with a focus on achieving value for money; effective risk management; timely and accurate reporting; increased financial literacy within the organisation and efficient use of resources.
• HR
  • ​Lead the development and implementation of HR initiatives, systems and procedures that are efficient, aligned with best practices and reflect our values and strategic goals. Ensure staff are well-supported, with a robust performance management system in place across the organisation. Collaborate with the Senior Management Team to foster a learning culture, enabling staff to work at their best and achieve success as a team.
• Facilities and Compliance Management
  • Ensure efficient management of facilities and full compliance with legal and regulatory requirements across health and safety, data protection, cybersecurity and other operational standards. Collaborate with the Senior Management Team to uphold quality standards, including the Advice Quality Standard, Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner, London Youth Quality Mark and Investing in Volunteers.
• Other
  • Oversee the management of IRMO’s social media platforms and website
  • Oversee the organisation of key events, including our Annual General Meeting, staff meetings, training sessions, strategy day and other organisational events
  • Lead, inspire and manage the Operations team in line with IRMO's policies and procedures, supporting team members to achieve their full potential

Person Specification

• Essential
  • At least three years of experience in a similar role
  • Strong understanding of finance and budget management for an organisation of IRMO’s size (£850,000 turnover)
  • Experience with QuickBooks or similar accounting software
  • Understanding of UK employment law, HR best practices, health and safety, data protection and safeguarding
  • Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English
  • Tech-savvy, including knowledge of Google Workspace and Microsoft applications
  • Strategic understanding of how financial and operational management supports service delivery, with a commitment to continuous improvement
  • Skilled in streamlining systems, processes and procedures for enhanced efficiency
  • Proven ability to take ownership of projects from conception to completion with minimal oversight
  • Highly organised, able to manage workloads and balance tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment
  • Adaptable and proactive, capable of solving problems independently with limited resources
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach and the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly
  • Understanding of charity governance and the challenges facing the charity sector
  • Strong understanding of issues facing migrants in the UK, particularly the Latin American community
  • A commitment to IRMO's vision, mission, and values
• Desirable
  • AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting (or equivalent) or equivalent work experience
  • Ability to communicate in Spanish and/or Portuguese

We aim to recruit the most suitable candidate for each role and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who identify as members of underrepresented or minoritised groups, as well as from Latin Americans and those with lived experience of the immigration and asylum system, to better reflect the community we serve.

We are searching for a Marketing and Communications Officer to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with the Head of Marketing and Communications, the Digital Marketing Officer, as well as external agencies and freelancers. This position is ideal for a collaborative marketer who can develop and manage diverse storylines and foster relationships across internal teams, journalists, and marketing partners.

The successful candidate will lead campaign management, email marketing, and PR efforts, focusing on reaching new audiences and increasing awareness of Lakeland Arts. You will play a key role in driving engagement with our programmes, events, and membership opportunities.

Lakeland Arts is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

You can see a more detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities for this role in the attached job description. Please note that the key responsibilities listed in the job description is not an exhaustive list.