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Centenary Campaign Lead
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Location: London N1 OR home-based
Reporting to: Director of Fundraising and Supporters
Salary: £46,324 (London) and £41,185 (out of London). Part-time, 3-4 days a week considered, with pro-rata salary
Contract: Fixed -term maternity cover, expected to end no later than December 2025
The 2026 Centenary is a significant milestone in CPRE’s history. This critical role will play a pivotal part in ensuring the success of the campaign. The postholder will be responsible for developing and managing the Centenary project management plan and engaging key stakeholders, including trustees, volunteers and supporters, internally and externally throughout the organisation, nationally and locally; monitoring objectives; and identifying and mitigating any associated risks.
With exceptional relationship building skills, you will support delivery of the Centenary Appeal, working closely with fundraising teams, and ensure our HNWI donors, key funders and volunteers are stewarded appropriately. Central to this role is taking everyone with us throughout the build-up and delivery of the Centenary Campaign, providing energetic stewardship for high value supporters, identifying new opportunities and helping to co-ordinate and deliver a wide programme of high-profile Centenary events and activity across fundraising.
Closing date: 10am on Tuesday 5 November 2024
Interviews: First interviews 13 November 2024. Second interviews: 20 November 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.
We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse CPRE in which everyone feels supported, valued, and always able to be themselves at work, because we recognise that a diverse and inclusive workforce is important in achieving our vision of a thriving, beautiful countryside for everyone. We therefore welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. People from ethnic minority backgrounds and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sectors. If you identify as a person of ethnic minority background and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.
No agencies please.
We are recruiting for a Head of Digital Mobilisation and Engagement to join our team; the scope on this job involves….
Job Title: Head of Digital Mobilisation and Engagement
Location: Remote, with the requirement to occasionally work at our Head Office (Vauxhall) or other locations due to business need.
Salary: £55,009 per annum
Contract type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and skilled digital specialist to join Refuge as Head of Digital Mobilisation and Engagement.
Leading a talented team of six, the Head of Digital Mobilisation and Engagement is responsible for Refuge’s digital engagement and mobilisation work, collaborating with colleagues across Fundraising, Communications and Policy, to continuously improve the effectiveness and impact of Refuge’s work.
They will implement our Digital Engagement and Mobilisation Strategy, delivering sustainable growth and value to Refuge, with an emphasis on digital mobilisation to shift social norms, change policy and rasie income. An expert in mobilisation strategy, social, email, website, content, paid media, and digital tactics, they will also provide analysis and insight to improve programme performance, whilst ensuring we are testing, learning, and optimising all the time.
The successful candidate will have substantial experience of developing and delivering digital strategies to mobilise the public with innovative campaigns, recruit new supporters, grow income, and deepen engagement, in addition, they will possess deep knowledge of the theory and principles of digital engagement, campaigning and fundraising.
This role would suit an ambitious digital expert seeking to utilise their technical and leadership skills to make a real impact on Refuge’s work.
For further information, including a full job description, please see the downloadable job information pack at the top of the page.
To apply, click on the ‘Apply Now’ button and submit your application by 9am on Monday 4 November 2024. First round of interviews will be held remotely on 13 November 2024 and the second round of interviews will be held remotely on 18 November 2024.
Benefits
Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.
Operations Administrator
We have an exciting opportunity for an Operations Administrator to join an exciting charity whose mission is to see the lives of offenders and their communities visibly transformed by hope through support, empowerment, and opportunity.
Position: Operations Administrator
Location: Newcastle
Hours: Full-time
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £24,094 to £25,815 per annum
Closing date: 31st October 2024
About the role
As Operations Administrator, you will work as part of the Operations Team to ensure the smooth running of the ‘behind the scenes’ work of the organisation, to support the Operations Manager in processing the monthly impact measurement data and to provide operational administrative and IT support for the organisation’s outreach teams and the general work of the organisation.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Reporting – collating and analysing information to showcase the performance and impact of the organisation’s work to all identified stakeholders
- Working alongside our teams to gather all required information for impact management according to required deadlines
- Produce impact reports for grant funders and internal/external stakeholders
- Use performance data to produce evaluative reports and metrics for analysis
- Collate and curate good news stories for internal and external promotion and celebration of the organisation’s work e.g. newsletters, social media and internal good news roundups
- Support our onsite and remote team members in their use of our Microsoft platform and accounts, emails, calendars, and IT assets including onboarding new team members.
- Be able to maintain computer systems and equipment and help troubleshoot/help problem solve any issues that may arise
- Administer our risk management processes by recording the verbal reporting of concerns, risks and issues of staff and ongoing tracking of actions
- Conducting the administration of recruitment & induction, staff leave, staff HR changes, appraisals, volunteers, and sub-contractors.
About You
Do you have an eye for detail and an analytical mind? Are you a problem solver? We are looking for someone to join our operations team to support our Head of Operations in seeing the lives of offenders and their communities visibly transformed.
To succeed in the role of Operations Administrator, your key skills will include:
- Both appreciates and models the core principles and values of the organisation
- Identifies with the Christian ethos and mission of the organisation
- Good Organisational skills and excellent IT skills
- Highly proficient in the use of Excel, Word and Powerpoint
- A strong track record of verbal and written communications
- Have strong interpersonal skills, being able to work and contribute as part of a team
- The ability to analyse and interpret data
- Ability to use own initiative and actively problem-solve
- The ability to manage self, including balancing conflicting priorities
About the employer
The employer is a charity that works with offenders and their communities in prisons and communities across the UK:
- In prisons
The organisation provides education, enrichment, and faith groups. They also supply resource packs to prisons, which include hygiene packs and creative packs.
- In communities
They work to reduce social isolation, build community, and address chaotic lifestyles. They also partner with churches to develop relational communities.
- Support for ex-offenders
The organisation provides a 1:2:1 mentoring program to support ex-offenders during the first few months after release. The program helps mentees find meaningful employment and build a stable future.
The organisation’s mission is to: Support offenders, Empower offenders, Provide opportunities for offenders, Help offenders take control of their lives, and Help offenders become active contributors to their communities.
We very much welcome previous experience as Operations Administrator, Operations Admin, Operations Coordinator, Operations Admin, Administration Coordinator, Admin, Administrator, Administration, HR Administrator, HR Admin, Human Resources Administrator, HR Coordinator, HR Support Administrator, HR and Finance Administrator, Finance and HR Administrator.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation
About the Panel
No child should ever suffer harm, abuse or neglect, and reducing this is the primary focus of the independent Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel.
Set up by the UK Government in 2018, the Panel reviews all cases when children die or are seriously harmed, and abuse or neglect is known or suspected. The aim is to see what lessons can be drawn from these tragic incidents to prevent them from happening again elsewhere.
About the role
The independent Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel is looking for a part-time chair.
The Chair is responsible for leading and managing the Panel. They must set the strategic vision for the Panel and ensure the Panel’s work is effective in improving the safeguarding of children. It is also vital they influence policy and practice change effectively to maximise the Panel’s impact on child safeguarding.
It is a varied role, which includes working with Ministers and senior government officials, supervising fieldwork, undertaking analysis and disseminating learning to those working in child safeguarding.
We are looking for individuals with experience working strategically at a senior level and operationally in child protection. However, the successful candidate will be appointed to fill this role as an individual acting in the public interest and not as a representative of their particular profession, employer or interest group.
The Chair will be required to attend fortnightly Panel meetings, either virtually or in-person in London. They must also be available to attend ad hoc meetings with key stakeholders, as well as working with a Secretariat.
Key Responsibilities:
- To provide strategic leadership for the Panel, leading the development and implementation of a strategic vision for the Panel, ensuring a focus on Panel’s impact.
- To be ultimately responsible and accountable for the Panel’s work and conduct of its functions. This includes taking urgent decisions on behalf of the whole Panel when required.
- To lead continuous improvement reviews of Panel work and membership to ensure its ongoing effectiveness. This includes leading long-term planning for Panel membership.
- To ensure the Panel demonstrates the highest standards of integrity at all times, including ensuring the identification and management of any conflicts of interest which might arise.
- Chairing Panel meetings effectively so that objectives are met, ensuring that all members views are taken into account. This includes creating a culture of openness, debate and collaboration that maximises use of all members skills and experience.
- To represent the Panel to the public, media, and children’s social care and safeguarding sector.
- To build and maintain positive relationships with Multi-Agency Safeguarding Partners at both national and local level.
Essential Criteria
- The ability to provide strong strategic leadership to the Panel and guide the work of the independent secretariat, demonstrated by a significant record of achievement in senior leadership roles in a complex organisation.
- The ability to chair high level meetings, manage team dynamics and motivate team members effectively so that objectives are met and clear decisions made.
- The ability to think strategically and exercise sound independent judgement on complex and sensitive issues.
- The ability to analyse and interpret detailed information from a range of agencies into serious cases involving children and families.
- Being a skilled communicator and influencer, who can use those skills to handle high-profile, sensitive issues and gain and keep the respect and confidence of others, including the child safeguarding sector, Ministers, and the public, to influence policy and practice change.
- A strong understanding of multi-agency safeguarding arrangements.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Sands offers support to anyone affected by the death of a baby.
Our Bereavement Support Services team provides a wide range of services including a freephone Helpline, Online Community, Social Media support, memory making resources and print materials in order to provide consistent, high-quality information and support to bereaved families.
In this role, you will provide consistent, high-quality emotional support to bereaved families who seek support from Sands. You will also personally provide support to families via our various bereavement support channels.
The Sands Helpline is currently open from 10.00am to 3.00pm from Monday to Friday, and also between 6.00pm and 9.00pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. You will be expected to work regular shifts on a rota basis.
With proven ability in providing bereavement-centred support in a variety of settings and channels, you will be able to demonstrate a sound understanding of, and empathy with, the issues surrounding the death of a baby.
You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and be able to use these appropriately to offer telephone and email support to bereaved families.
The ability to professionally represent the charity’s views and positions clearly is essential, as are strong research skills and the ability to keep accurate and clear records in a variety of formats.
You will have effective time management skills and able to manage your own workload. The ability to reflect on your own practice and attend regular accredited clinical supervision is also essential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Canaan Project are seeking a Director to lead the organisation in to a new season of growing and strengthening our support for young women .
Canaan Project is a charity motivated by Christian ethos and values with a mission to work collaboratively with 11-19 year old girls and young women in Tower Hamlets to see them flourish, have broadened horizons and raised aspirations. We do this by providing experiences and opportunities through innovative approaches to youth work within schools and in the community.
Our vision is to see young women become;
Comfortable in their skin – young women who know and are secure in their inherent worth and unique identity, and who care for themselves holistically
Comfortable in their communities – young women who know the value of others and who are able to build and maintain healthy relationships
Comfortable in the wider world – young women who have broad horizons, have hope and aspirations for their future and use their resources, opportunities and influence to bring about good for themselves and others
The Director has oversight of the organisations effective running, ensuring it continues to meet its aims and objectives. This includes having oversight of all Canaan Project operations and activities, in conjunction with the Senior Young Women’s Worker and beingresponsible for the ongoing financial security of the project, fundraising, strategic planning and vision, development of all policies relating to the work including staff and volunteer management, safeguarding, and finance.
If you are passionate about girls and young women's work, are an enthusiastic and supportive leader and have a vision for how this grassroots project could support more girls in Tower Hamlets, we'd love to hear from you!
Please note:
Please note:
This role is open to female applicants only (this role is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1, Paragraph 1).
In accordance with Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010, there is a Genuine Occupational Requirement for the successful candidate to be a committed Christian, as you will be expected to lead weekly prayer meetings with staff, and lead and encourage partners and stakeholders to pray for Canaan on a regular basis.
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check
You must be able to provide proof that you have the right to work in the UK
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The role
We have a vacancy for a Regional Administrator working 33 hours per week. You would be joining a dedicated and friendly team of regional staff and volunteers. The ability to work autonomously as well as being a good team player is essential.
It is an exciting time to be joining Cruse, as we are in the process of improving our processes and services to strengthen the support that we offer to bereaved people and our volunteers. The post holder will coordinate and assist with the delivery of all aspects of service contracts in Cambridgeshire, supporting the Regional Manager and the wider team. The role is mainly home working with occasional meeting attendance and service delivery within Cambridgeshire. Networking and engaging with local groups / communities will form an essential element to the role, as well as providing initial contact and support to residents in the Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and Huntingdonshire area.
You will be the first point of contact within the service for bereaved people, third parties and external organisations. Additionally, you will support volunteers in the delivery of services and support the overall day-to-day running of the Cambridgeshire service.
Criminal Record Checks
All staff are required to complete a Criminal Record check. Staff working directly with clients will be required to complete an enhanced check. We comply with the relevant codes of practice and they can be viewed online:
· Applicants in England and Wales: DBS Code of Practice
· Applicants in Northern Ireland: AccessNI Code of Practice
Previous convictions will not prevent full consideration of your application to work with Cruse. Our Recruitment of Ex-offenders' Policy & Handling Criminal Record Check Data Policy are available on request by email.
We comply with all relevant data protection legislation and process your data fairly.
Your application must consist of a CV and covering letter, which outlines your suitability for the role with reference to the Job Description and Person Specification and should be no longer than two pages. Please state clearly the Reference: ‘Cambridge 33’ on your covering letter.
The closing date for applications is 8th November 2024, with interviews taking place week commencing 18 November 2024, via zoom.
Please be advised that if you do not hear from us by 22 November 2024, unfortunately on this occasion you have not been shortlisted.
Cruse welcomes and encourages applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion, and sexual orientation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Purpose of the post
HDR UK is seeking to appoint an experienced and hands-on Project Coordinator to deliver vital UK-wide initiatives which focus on building public trust and confidence in the use of data and statistics in research. Reporting to the Senior Partnerships Manager, Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement at HDR UK and the Senior Communications and Engagement Manager at DARE UK, this new and pivotal role will work with several PEDRI and DARE UK partner organisations. The role will be key to supporting and drawing on the expertise of organisations across the data research and statistics sector in the UK to embed meaningful public engagement and involvement in data research.
PEDRI has set up its approach and delivery plan until March 2027 and needs a skilled and collaborative Project Coordinator to drive the delivery of this plan. The role holder will bring effective project coordinating tools and skills to work with and support organisations, teams and senior leaders to deliver on objectives across communications, events and stakeholder involvement and engagement. Additionally, the post holder will directly support one of PEDRI’s founding partners; DARE UK’s public involvement and engagement functions and will have a central role in working across the data research and statistics ecosystem. The post holder will draw on expertise to enable shared knowledge and good practise-based learning about involvement and engagement of patients, the public and practitioners in data science.
The successful candidate will share HDR UK’s values, have strong collaboration skills, excellent communications skills, be comfortable with supporting multiple projects at pace in a complex organisation and demonstrate a clear willingness and passion to support organisations within the Initiative to trial, develop and deliver innovative approaches to engagement.
Main responsibilities
- Organise and administer PEDRI meetings including the Governing Board, Steering Group and Public Advisory Group meetings, annual Away Days and ad-hoc working group meetings whilst ensuring agendas, meeting notes and actions are sent out in a timely manner
- Support the delivery of detailed project plan for PEDRI, reporting on progress, and highlighting key milestones and risks to key stakeholders
- Develop and maintain partnerships with PEDRI partners and facilitate the involvement of key stakeholders throughout the Initiative
- Support the Initiative Co-Leads with meeting set up, note taking and following on actions as needed.
- Co-ordinate regular reports from different working groups and prepare relevant updates for onward communication
- Manage day-to-day operational aspects of projects ensuring project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately
- Act as the ‘point of contact’ for the Initiative across partner organisations ensuring they are kept updated, receive all information in a timely manner and that any issues are dealt with in a sensitive manner
- Support small working groups to develop full scale project plans and programme of activities, define outcomes, schedule project timelines, assign individual responsibilities and timescales and identify requirements including for wider stakeholder engagement
- Manage the development of communications materials such as standardised presentation and communication decks
- Support the commissioning of external suppliers to support delivery of the Initiative’s communications and/or events, managing relationships and project managing delivery to time and budget.
- Organise, co-ordinate and support high quality events to engage with a wide range of audiences, managing event logistics, evaluating effectiveness, providing follow-up communications and ensuring event outputs, impacts and learnings are disseminated widely
- Work with the Communications and Engagement Lead to maintain a calendar of communication, events and engagement activities, coordinated across partner organisations
- Work with the Communications and Engagement Lead to develop and manage a series of PEDRI webinars
- Working with colleagues across partner organisations, maintain relevant media and communication contact lists in HubSpot (CRM)
- Manage PEDRI’s monthly bulletin, seeking updates from all partners in a timely manner to ensure the update is ready for circulation
- Manage PEDRIs social media channels with support from HDR UK’s comms colleagues, updating and posting regularly
- Work with the senior managers and partner organisations to source and apply for further funding, being clear on resource requirements
- Support finance tracking and liaise with the HDR UK Finance team
- Arrange, submit and process payments for Public Advisory Groups and public contributors involved in the work
Experience
- Experience of working with the public and supporting PPIE activities
- Experience in supporting project management with an ability to apply management principles and processes and proactively manage risk
- Demonstrable success in delivering complex programmes/ running several projects at once to similar timeframes with conflicting priorities and many collaborating organisations in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent experience of defining and documenting requirements from multiple stakeholders and facilitating collaboration across teams and/or organisations to help create and co-deliver shared goals
- Demonstrable experience of planning, running and evaluating successful activities and events
- Experience of facilitating, supporting meetings, minuting and preparing presentations
- Excellent experience of supporting and communicating effectively with a broad range of stakeholders, including written communications (e.g. news stories, case studies)
- Experience of managing and utilising social media channels and other communication channels for organisations or initiatives.
- Experience of successfully using a range of software packages and tools to support delivery of tasks such as HubSpot, Trello, Monday, Survey Monkey, MS Forms as well as traditional GANTT style planning.
Skills
- Ability to organise multiple tasks, timelines, and deadlines efficiently and proven track record in managing calendars, coordinating meetings, and tracking project milestones.
- Keeping projects on track by ensuring team members meet deadlines and helping the senior manager with resource allocation.
- Ability to handle diverse tasks and responsibilities, shifting priorities as needed and managing complex workloads while staying adaptable to changing project demands and priorities.
- Identifying issues, analysing data, and suggesting solutions. Being able to break down complex problems and propose actionable solutions.
- Engaging and managing relationships with various stakeholders, from patients to senior leaders, ensuring their input is incorporated.
- Providing support by creating an inclusive environment, managing different perspectives with care, and handling sensitive discussions constructively.
- Being able to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication tailored to various audiences. This includes writing reports, emails, blogs, website content and documentation as well as delivering presentations.
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to produce high quality materials
- Proactive and supportive approach to engagement with colleagues to support problem solving with ability to determine when issues need to be escalated
- Ability to work as part of a team as well as autonomously making decisions without supervision
Please note, as we are a UK-based organisation, applicants must be living in, and eligible to work in, the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a creative and innovative Graphic Designer with a passion to visual storytelling? We’re looking for someone to drive forwards our brand identity through relevant, accessible and engaging design.
Our visual identity is vital for our brand and marketing delivery. It’s the anchoring point for students to engage with us and find out more about our story and the services, opportunities and activities we provide to help them Love Exeter. The Graphic Designer will lead the way for design standards, and play a key role in developing our visual brand to deliver our marketing campaigns and ambitions.
We think this role could be a great fit for someone who is looking to build their experience and portfolio, or an experienced candidate looking to expand their skills and try a new challenge on variety of projects. You will have the flexibility to work from home for part of the week, as well as the opportunity to work with our diverse teams on the beautiful Exeter University campuses.
The Role
Role: Graphic Designer
Hours: 35-hours per week (to be worked flexibly)
Salary: £24,987.96
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: Monday 4 November 10:00
Who are we?
Exeter Students’ Guild is the University of Exeter’s students’ union, led by students for students. We’re an independent charity, offering a wide range of opportunities, services and support to help students get the most out of their unique journeys at university. This includes everything from social activities to making sure things are going well on their academic course. We have over 300 student groups and all of our work is led by, and in the best interest of, our members.
The Guild is a truly rewarding place to work. Our talented and passionate staff make a real difference to the lives of students every single day, working together to achieve the Guild’s purpose: to shape an excellent student experience for all students at Exeter by empowering them to take their place in the world and make a positive difference. We are looking for people who recognise that the Guild is student-led and share a genuine passion for student engagement and empowerment. If you share a commitment to our values and want to be part of a radically inclusive organisation with a seriously exciting future ahead, we can’t wait to hear from you.
What will you bring?
· You’ll have some experience in producing high quality, relevant and engaging designs to communicate marketing campaigns to a diverse audience.
· You’ll be able to work collaboratively with others to co-create creative and innovative solutions.
· You know how to engage audiences through authentic and impactful design and visual storytelling.
We offer lots of great benefits including enhanced family pay, a huge 27 days’ annual leave plus public holidays, sustainable travel incentives, access to exclusive discounts and perks and a free confidential advice service. We’re committed to helping you achieve a healthy balance between your work and home life through a real commitment to flexible and hybrid working. We also provide access to great development opportunities, including a personal development budget for you to spend on sharpening your skills in whatever wat you choose. We’ll also help you to gain valuable experience, ensuring that you have opportunities to grow your career both here at the Guild and beyond.
Inclusion is central to the Guild. We approach our work collaboratively, empower our people and celebrate our uniqueness. If you’re driven to empower others and achieve great things, you’ll fit right in. Our people are proud of who they are and value each other’s differences, and we are committed to creating a diverse community that is radically inclusive of race, gender, age, religion, identity and experience.
Dates for your Diary
· Closing Date: Monday 4 November 10:00
· Shortlisting: Tuesday 5 November
· Interviews: Friday 15 November
We look forward to hearing from you.
Helping students to Love Exeter.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?
Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care and are looking for a new challenge?
Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard?
Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.
Due to contract growth we are looking for a new Independent Visitor Co-ordinator to join our team. We are seeking applicants who have transferable skills, a willingness to learn and a desire to help those in need of support.
About us
VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.
We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most. For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Visitor Co-ordinator to join our team. Your role will require you to recruit, train, support, match and co-ordinate the volunteers (Independent Visitors) taking into account the needs of the children and young people. You will be home based for administration; therefore, access to your own transportation and a suitable home internet connection is essential.
About you
You will have some experience of working/volunteering with children and young people and in a role that requires outstanding communication skills to achieve excellent results. Ideally you will be competent in the use of social media and will have managed staff or volunteers previously.
Desirably you will have worked in the charity/third sector with volunteers previously.
How will you make a difference?
You will be supporting the Connections Team Leader and the volunteers to deliver an efficient and effective project ensuring a consistently high standard is maintained and delivered within an empowering framework.
You will support our volunteers by providing supervisions, debriefs and co-reflection groups, guidance and training as required. Recording client/volunteer details and activities that demonstrate outcomes and the meeting of contractual obligations.
You will facilitate and supervise the initial meetings between the child or young person and the selected Independent Visitor. Deploying resource flexibly and creatively to ensure they are used efficiently and responding to both internal and external challenges.
Professional Development?
You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your professional abilities and you will make a real difference every day.
Benefits:
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays pro-rata
- 5% employer pension & 3% employee contribution
- Salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Separate Life Assurance Cover
- Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays etc
- Discounted Gym Membership; Employee Assistance programme
- Supportive working environment fostering a good work/life balance
- Support with continuous professional development
Equality and Diversity
VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.
VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact HR for further options.
How to apply
To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account by clicking the apply button on this page. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form.
Important Dates:
Closing date for applications; Midnight on 1 November 2024, however, VoiceAbility reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before this date.
Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.
We look forward to hearing from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is an opportunity to join Refuge as Independent Domestic Violence Advocate to supporting women and children who are impacted by domestic violence. You will work closely with victims of domestic abuse from the point of crisis, to provide high quality independent advocacy and support to survivors of domestic abuse at the highest risk and their children.
The job involves working within a multi-agency framework consisting of the MARAC and local partnership protocols and procedures that prioritise the safety of survivors. The post holder will empower survivors by providing them with emotional, practical and personal welfare support. The job involves ensuring that women are provided with a safe, supportive and welcoming environment and enabling them to access their rights, make decisions and increase their life options. The job involves informing survivors of the full range of civil, criminal and practical options that might increase their safety.
This role includes attendance at the office in Warwick district. Travel around Warwickshire for client appointments is essential to role, therefore use of a car essential.
Please note that this post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Supported Accommodation Worker (Future Roots Project)
Salary Banding: £27,500 per annum with potential to progress through salary band. Plus additional payment for overnight shifts on occasion.
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time, 37 Hours Per Week
Location: Welwyn Garden City / Hatfield, Hertfordshire- Candidates must have a full driving license and use of own vehicle for business purposes
Herts Young Homeless is an independent charity and has been supporting vulnerable young people in Hertfordshire since 1998. We are professional, passionate, collaborative and supportive charity that provides guidance to young people in need of support.
Future Roots Supported accommodation is located in Welwyn Garden City. We are looking fo a Supported Accommodation Worker who will support the 5 Housemates to learn the skills they require to live independently, whilst ensuring the accommodation is a safe and homely environment to live in. The role will require a reasonable degree of flexibility, to respond to the needs of the house. This may include changes to working patterns or additional ‘sleep in’ nights’’ paid at an additional rate.’’support.
How will you make a difference?
You will be creating and establishing a considerate, proactive and empowering environment where those living in the home take responsibility for themselves and their journey towards independent living. You will help co-ordinate and deliver a solution focused training package, that encourages the young person to take responsibility for all areas of their lives and promote healthy, successful outcomes. You will support them to achieve a successful move on in their life and you will be instrumental in ensuring that those living in the house accept and abide by the house rules.
The young people we support are amazing, inspiring and courageous. The challenges they face can test even the most resilient and they often lack the support needed to see them through difficult times; leaving them stressed, anxious and overwhelmed. We are looking for those who have the passion, patience and empathy to support our young people to overcome barriers and move forward in their lives, encouraging and enabling them to achieve and succeed.
What can we offer you?
- A supportive, knowledgeble team and organistion
- 25 days annual leave per annum (in addition to Bank Holidays & Public Holidays)
- An additional annual leave day on your Birthday
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Access to Blue Light discount card
- People's Pension Plan contribution
- Group Life Insurance plan
- Opportunities for personal and career development
- Monthly draws to win ‘lunch on your manager’ or ‘leave work early’
- Medicash & Employee Assistance Programme - support with wellbeing & personal struggles/ Heath Cash Back Scheme
What will you be doing?
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Manage a varied caseload with differing timescales and deadlines.
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Be involved in the screening and interview process of potential new Housemates.
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Build a professional and trusting relationship with the young people to enable to them to engage with the support and improve their situation and prospects.
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Provide 1-1 and group support and opportunities to learn identified life skills for independent living, using a range of tools and skills, including hyh’s ASDAN training package.
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To identify any risk factors and ensure appropriate measures are in place.
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Sleep at the accommodation overnight on an adhoc basis and in the case of an emergency or organsiational need. An additional payment will be made to cover for any overnight shifts required,
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Report any safeguarding (child protection) concerns to your line-manager and refer as appropriate
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Be part of a team responsible to ensure the property is meeting all requiredstandards, which will include:
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Regular Health and Safety checks
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Co-ordinating Building maintenance
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Risk Assessments
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To promote and facilitate Youth Engagement across the service
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Engage effectively in multi-agency working, developing collaborative relationships and partnerships with relevant staff in a range of agencies to broker and co-ordinate support for young people.
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Ensure all service administration tasks are completed to a high standard and in a timely manner.
- Immerse hyh’s values into your professional practice at all times.
- Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with external agencies and partners to ensure we are a provider of choice.
- Actively participate and provide valued contributions in supervision, team meetings and other meetings as appropriate.
- Work as part of a team by supporting, communicating, and engaging with your colleagues.
What can you bring to the team?
- Candidates Must have a full clean driving license and use of own vehicle for business purposes
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of the problems facing homeless young people.
- Ability to engage and motivate young people, strong interpersonal skills including the ability to be appropriately assertive
- Excellent understanding of confidentially with strict professional boundaries and personal integrity
- Excellent planning, organisational & time management skills
- An understanding of the voluntary sector and the constraints placed upon voluntary sector organisation (desirable)
- Have a flexible working approach to the needs of the service users.
Full JD available..If you are passionate, conscientious and take pride in doing a job well and making a difference, then we would love to hear from you!
Application and Interview Process
To apply please go to our website and click the link or QR code to apply. We require a covering letter or Video showcasing your skills and experience relevant to the role along with you CV. Please ensure you upload these to our recruitment portal.
Recruitment morning will be held on 11th November 2024 and if successful there will be a personal interview stage held on 13th November 2024. If you need any reasoable adjustments throughout the interview and application process please contact us and we will endeavour to support your needs.
Our promise to you
Herts Young Homeless promises to act with the upmost integrity and respect when it comes to handling your data and will not share your details with any other client without 1) discussing the opportunity with you first and 2) without your verbal or written consent for us to do so.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Salary: Self-employed, paid at £15 p/h (term-time only).
Contract: Fixed Term Contract until March 2025
Reports to: Newham Parent Carer Forum
Based at: Newham Parent Carer Forum Office, with flexibility for remote work
Hours: 12 hours per week, Monday to Friday (flexible working hours, with at least two days per month in the office).
Background
Newham Parent Forum (NPF) is a voluntary group of parents and carers of children and young people (0-25) with special/additional needs and disabilities (SEND) living in the London Borough of Newham. We provide an opportunity for parents and carers to express their views and input into the planning and delivery of SEND services.
We signpost and empower families to obtain the best possible support and services for their children. The work of the forum is supported by Contact, and we are a member of the National Network of Parent Carer Forums (NNPCF).
The work of the forum is funded by DFE and supported by Contact. ‘Contact for Families with Disabled Children’.
CB Plus (CommUNITY Barnet) has been appointed by the Forum to act as a local host and provide a range of support including recruitment.
About the Role
This is a self-employed role. We are seeking a highly motivated and organised Self-Employed Administration Officer to join our team on a part-time basis. As a self-employed contractor, you will have flexibility to manage your working hours, with a requirement to be present at the office at least twice a month. In this role, you will be the backbone of our office, providing exceptional administrative support and ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of the forum.
We will review applications and conduct interviews on a rolling basis. If we find the right candidate, we may close the job advert early, so early applications are encouraged.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised Programmes & Fundraising Assistant to join our small, dynamic team - to support our mission of making a positive impact for primary school children in rural sub-Saharan Africa. In this versatile role, you will work closely with the Executive Director to manage key tasks, oversee project activities in Africa, assist with organising major fundraising events, such as our annual golf day and gala ball, and develop and maintain strong donor relations to secure funding. You will assist with researching and submitting funding proposals, managing project budgets and overseeing social media updates. Training and guidance in all aspects of the role will be given and there is huge scope for career progression.
If you are a proactive problem-solver with excellent communication skills, a passion for International Development, and willing to take on a variety of responsibilities, we encourage you to apply. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a flexible environment and is committed to the success of charitable projects.
Essential Criteria:
- Computer literate, with exceptional organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- A flexible, "can-do" attitude, ready to engage in all aspects of running the charity.
- A passion for diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities.
- Full driving license and access to a vehicle (our current office is not accessible by public transport, although we are planning to relocate to a more accessible office soon). Occasional WFH will be permitted, subject to agreement with the Executive Director.
- Must be a UK resident.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of project management and/or fundraising.
- Previous administrative work experience.
Remuneration: Starting salary dependant on experience (£23-25k).
Closing Date: 8th November 2024
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply soon. Please note, we may close applications early if a suitable candidate is found. African Revival is an equal opportunities employer.
Application:
Send a CV and covering letter to Abi Dar, Executive Director
Closing Date: 8th November 2024
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply soon. Please note, we may close applications early if a suitable candidate is found. African Revival is an equal opportunities employer.
Our mission is to transform schools in Africa into effective and thriving teaching and learning environments.
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We are looking for an ambitious and talented individual to join our Fundraising team as a Senior Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser. The role will support the Major Giving and Events Manager with the development and delivery of the charity’s corporate partnerships programme with responsibility for account managing our portfolio of Bridge Partners and developing a pipeline of new business to build meaningful relationships with corporate partners. You will identify, cultivate, and engage with prospects through bespoke proposals, events, and other appropriate fundraising activities in order to generate income to achieve ambitious targets.
About the RNRMC
RNRMC is the Navy’s principal charity which exists to support every sailor, marine and their families, for life. We do this by offering grants to and working with, other organisations to deliver programmes that meet the needs of our beneficiaries. We work hard, engaging with supporters to help raise awareness and funds to deliver the outcomes required for today and tomorrow.
Experience and Background
You will be a natural communicator with the ability to persuade, influence and inspire, with the confidence, gravitas, and sensitivity to build relationships at a senior level and experience of creating and delivering presentations.You will have experience of identifying, developing, securing, and maintaining corporate or commercial partnerships in a similar fundraising or sales role.
Hours of Work
Hours of work are 35 hours per week, 09:00 – 17:00 Monday to Friday.
We have a friendly, supportive, and inclusive environment with a hybrid working approach of 60% in office and 40% home-working.
Salary
The full time equivalent annual salary range for the post is between £33,000 up to £36,000 per annum, dependent upon experience.
Benefits
Free on-site parking
30 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
Cycle to Work Scheme
Free Access to HMS Excellent Fitness Centre
Employee Assistance Programme to give you confidential support 24 hours a day
Life Assurance (after one year’s qualifying service)
Private Healthcare Scheme (after one year’s qualifying period)
Standard Life Non-contributory Pension Scheme (7% contribution after 3 months qualifying period)
Enhanced Maternity Leave Package (after 2 year’s qualifying period)
Closing Date: 09:00, 04/11/2024
Interview Date: As applications received.
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis during the advertising period and RNRMC reserve the right to close the vacancy early and make an appointment at any stage of the application process. Applicants may be asked to attend an on-line Application Review prior to the closing date to aid in the shortlisting process. This will be held via Microsoft Teams.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.