Social Research Jobs
Full time, permanent appointment
Based in Vauxhall, London with hybrid flexible working arrangements
Salary range for Social Worker: £32,743 to £40,019 per annum. Senior Social Worker: £37,780 to £46,175 per annum
Plus £3,299 per annum location allowance
Are you a skilled and dedicated social worker eager to apply your expertise and experience to a new role? Could you become a vital part of the supportive and collaborative team at one of the UK’s most successful adoption charities, rated outstanding by Ofsted since 2014?
At Parents And Children Together (PACT) we are genuinely passionate about helping families thrive. We believe that every child deserves a loving and supportive home and we are committed to providing the highest quality services to help make that a reality.
We have been at the forefront of adoption services for more than 60 years, working with local authorities across the country. We offer a flexible and innovative work environment, and we are proud of our three successive outstanding ratings with Ofsted.
We support children and families from diverse backgrounds. With access to our specialist therapeutic support services, we are proud to provide excellent lifetime support for our families’ adoption journeys.
Our adoption teams focus on assessing prospective adopters who can consider early permanence and/or adopting a wide range of children of all ages, sibling groups of two or more children, children from diverse ethnicities and children who may have physical or learning disabilities.
With your social work experience with children and families, you will manage all aspects of work with our valued applicants from the early stages of recruitment, information sharing meetings, assessment, preparation and training, through to successful placement and post placement support up to the making of the adoption order.
Ideally, you will have previous experience of completing Prospective Adopter’s Reports, or similar reports such as Form Fs, and/or experience in family finding activity for children requiring permanence.
or further information and details on how to apply, please visit our website, where you will also find contact details for an informal discussion about the role or for a visit to meet a member of the management team.
Closing date: 9am, Monday 29th July 2024
Interview date: Wednesday 7th August 2024
We look forward to hearing from you!
PACT is a supportive and respectful place where people are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of women, children and families from many different backgrounds. We continuously look to progress the ways in which we create families and bring people together and encourage applications from people across all communities. We are committed to ensuring that our people and our services reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and applications from people from under-represented groups are particularly welcomed.
PACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Anyone joining our team is subject to PACT’s Safer Recruitment pre-appointment enquiries. These include the provision of documentation of the right to work in the UK, Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check, overseas police check where applicable and references covering a minimum 5 year period. All opportunities are based in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Full time, permanent appointment
Based in Milton Keynes with hybrid working arrangements. The role provides service delivery with regular travel across Milton Keynes and surrounding areas, and occasionally North London.
Salary range for Social Worker: £32,743 to £40,019 per annum. Salary range for Senior Social Worker: £37,780 to £46,175 per annum
Are you a skilled and dedicated social worker eager to apply your expertise and experience to a new role? Could you become a vital part of the supportive and collaborative team at one of the UK’s most successful adoption charities, rated outstanding by Ofsted since 2014?
At Parents And Children Together (PACT) we are genuinely passionate about helping families thrive. We believe that every child deserves a loving and supportive home and we are committed to providing the highest quality services to help make that a reality.
We have been at the forefront of adoption services for more than 60 years, working with local authorities across the country. We offer a flexible and innovative work environment, and we are proud of our three successive outstanding ratings with Ofsted.
We support children and families from diverse backgrounds. With access to our specialist therapeutic support services, we are proud to provide excellent lifetime support for our families’ adoption journeys.
Our adoption teams focus on assessing prospective adopters who can consider early permanence and/or adopting a wide range of children of all ages, sibling groups of two or more children, children from diverse ethnicities and children who may have physical or learning disabilities.
With your social work experience with children and families, you will manage all aspects of work with our valued applicants from the early stages of recruitment, information sharing meetings, assessment, preparation and training, through to successful placement and post placement support up to the making of the adoption order.
Ideally, you will have previous experience of completing Prospective Adopter’s Reports, or similar reports such as Form Fs, and/or experience in family finding activity for children requiring permanence.
For further information and details on how to apply, please visit our website, also for contact details for an informal conversation about the role or to arrange to meet a member of the management team informally at our Milton Keynes office.
Closing date: Monday, 8th July 2024 at 10am
Interviews will take place at our Head Office in Reading on Wednesday 17th July 2024
We look forward to hearing from you!
PACT is a supportive and respectful place where people are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of women, children and families from many different backgrounds. We continuously look to progress the ways in which we create families and bring people together and encourage applications from people across all communities. We are committed to ensuring that our people and our services reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and applications from people from under-represented groups are particularly welcomed.
PACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Anyone joining our team is subject to PACT’s Safer Recruitment pre-appointment enquiries. These include the provision of documentation of the right to work in the UK, Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check, overseas police check where applicable and references covering a minimum 5 year period. All opportunities are based in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Social Media Manager
Location: Slimbridge Wetland Centre, Gloucester, GL2 7BT / Hybrid - This role is suitable for hybrid working with the requirement to work on site 1 day a week and for key team meetings.
Salary: £34,405 per annum
Contract: Permanent
About The Role
Are you passionate about speaking up for nature?
Do you have the creativity and imagination to help us build people’s understanding of the superpowers of wetlands and bring WWT’s voice to life through our social channels?
From restoring nature and providing homes for wildlife to protecting communities from the devastating impact of flooding, wetlands are a powerful weapon in the fight against the climate crisis. We’re looking for an experienced Social Media Manager who can bring together words and pictures to tell social stories and help inspire one million people to take action to protect, restore and create bigger, better, more connected wetlands.
This role will develop channel strategies and lead the content planning across our national social accounts, working with teams across WWT to seek out engaging stories and bring them to life for our online audiences. This is a really exciting opportunity to use your creative skills to create compelling content and develop our voice on social to make a real difference for nature, to speak up for wetlands and wildlife, and inspire new and existing audience with our messages.
We’re an organisation of action, running multiple conservation projects and networks in the UK and around the world, as well as our own 10 wetland visitor centres in the UK. This hands-on role requires an ability to take often complex messaging and bring it to life through impactful and dynamic social content. You’ll help us reach new audiences on different channels, champion best practice with our staff and volunteers and build our profile online.
About You
We're looking for:
- Experience in delivering successful social channel strategies designed to reach a diverse range of audiences and build understanding and brand awareness.
- A track record of leading the development and delivery of creative content plans across multiple social platforms.
- An engaging and confident writer with creative flair, able to seek out and tell stories that raise an organisation’s profile and drive action for a cause.
- A willingness to innovate, try new ideas and play with our new brand to reach new audiences across our social channels.
- Someone who enjoys building relationships with a range of levels and stakeholders and is comfortable championing social media best practice at an organisational level.
- Experience in planning, producing and evaluating social content designed to support the achievement of organisation objectives.
- An individual who is organised and able to manage competing priorities while remaining calm in a busy working environment.
This is a chance to make a direct contribution to the conservation of wetlands and wetland wildlife at a critical moment for the natural world.
About Us
We’re WWT, and we’re on a mission to restore the super-powered ecosystems we call wetlands. There’s never been a more important moment for our work, and we’ve got some phenomenal people on the case.
Whether they’re taking a new visitor under their wing, or conducting ground-breaking research further afield, our team are second to none. And there’s nothing we love more than watching them soar.
Whatever you do here, you’ll be helping to restore wetlands and unlock their power. So, the only question left is, what role will you play?
Why you’ll love working at WWT
- Wake up every day knowing your work is helping to restore wetlands, and our world
- Be surrounded and inspired by our team of passionate, dedicated people
- 33 days annual leave (which goes up to 38 days after 5 years of service) – this includes bank holidays and you have flexibility to take those days whenever you want
- Free entry to all our wetland centres, including your family
- Free car parking and secure bike storage areas
- Colleague discount on shopping and memberships
- Cycle to work scheme
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life Assurance of three times your salary, for peace of mind for your loved ones
- Independent personal, workplace and financial advice from Care first
Closing date: 15th July 2024
Interested?
If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website.
WWT is an equal opportunities employer and all applications will be considered solely on merit.
No agencies please.
As a Researcher, you will be running elements of our research programmes, as well as managing client accounts and providing them with consultancy support. This will include advising charity clients on what the results mean for their organisation and how to make the best of their research.
The Researcher will be a core member of the Public Audiences team, working on our regular tracking research in the UK, Ireland and Canada, as well as on bespoke projects. In practice, this means working on a wide variety of topics and using many different research methodologies to help charities make better decisions. Key topics we cover in our research and outputs include brand, communications, fundraising, reputation and trust.
Many charities subscribe to our regular tracking research, which primarily focuses on research with the general public and MPs. Some charities need more bespoke research, which would involve the team working closely with clients to help understand their needs and to design research projects to meet their objectives. This type of work could include: online surveys to measure people’s attitudes on social issues to influence the development of a campaign; interviews with service users to explore the impact of their services; focus groups to test understanding of a charity’s brand and communication; or supporter satisfaction surveys to understand the motivations and retention of supporters.
nfpResearch is based in Spitalfields, near Liverpool Street. We adopt a flexible working environment, enabling staff to work both at home and in the office. We require one day a month in the office at least, though the successful candidate may be expected to work in-office on additional days throughout the year for training or events, etc. nfpResearch operates a 100-90-100 working policy. You will receive 100% of the listed remuneration for working 90% of required hours, provided 100% of your work-load is met. This means you can flexibly choose to take a half-day every week, or a day off every two weeks.
Description of responsibilities and opportunities:
• Opportunities to work on the research we conduct for a whole range of charities in the UK and other countries
• You will primarily be working on our nfpPublic UK research, as well as on other public audience research
• You will lead on and project manage the nfpBrand tracker. This includes developing an annual business plan and working towards budget targets
• Managing elements of the nfpPublic UK research cycle, including creating and updating tracking questionnaires, liaising with suppliers to ensure successful fieldwork, analysis of results and compilation of online dashboards and reports
• Taking on a number of nfpPublic UK client accounts, involving advising clients on question design, carrying out additional data analysis, preparing and presenting at client debriefs including providing recommendations based on the research
• Management of one of our smaller research monitors or supporting management of a second large monitor
• Working on tasks involving more complex statistical analysis of data, using software packages such as Displayr, Q and SPSS
• Writing reports and blogs on our research, analysing our data and explaining what it means for specific clients or the wider charity sector
• Line management of one of our Research Assistants or Research Officers
• You will also work on bespoke projects, ranging from assisting with qualitative projects such as focus groups/interviews or quantitative projects such as segmentations
Who we are looking for:
This post would be ideally suited to somebody with a minimum of one years experience in a market or social research related role, with a strong interest in, or experience of, the charity sector.
Essential:
• Minimum 1-year previous professional research experience
• Experience of managing projects or research programmes, with minimal supervision
• Experience of managing clients or other external relationships
• Experience of presenting in a professional context
• Quantitative research experience, excellent numerical skills and experience of statistical analysis techniques
• Analytical skills and ability to interpret research, and explain what it means for a range of different audiences – both verbally and in writing
• A strong interest in some of the areas covered in the work of the public audience team, such as understanding public opinion, branding or communications
• A strong interest in, and preferably experience of, charities and not for profits
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel and PowerPoint
Desirable:
• Understanding or experience of qualitative research
• Experience of statistical packages such as Displayr, Q and SPSS
• Knowledge of brand principles / experience of working with brand teams
In addition, we also like to see the following softer skills in all our staff:
Softer skills:
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Good time management and organisational skills
• Self-motivated, hardworking and proactive, able to deal with periods of heavy workload, and stay motivated during quieter periods
• Enthusiastic, personable and with a sense of humour
• Ability to work collaboratively and flexibly as part of a team
What nfpResearch delivers to you:
• A varied and interesting role in the UK’s leading research consultancy, working exclusively in the not-for-profit sector, providing the chance to gain considerable insight into the sector
• The chance to be an integral part of a small but thriving, dynamic company
• 25 days paid holiday per year, plus bank holidays and days between Christmas and New Year
• Training for the MRS Advanced Certificate and a bonus if you pass the exam
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Ability Housing Association is seeking a dedicated Business Development Manager to lead and develop our care and support services and build relationships with key partners. If you have a proven track record in business development, strong networking and relationship-building skills, and a drive to create new opportunities, we want to hear from you!
About Us:
Ability Housing Association is a well-established Charity and Registered Provider committed to delivering high-quality social care services to individuals in need. We work closely with local authorities, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to deliver exceptional care and support to our customers. Join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission of enhancing the lives of those we serve.
About the Job:
As a Business Development Manager, you will play a crucial role in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and overseeing the successful implementation of projects and initiatives such as submitting proposals to donors and funders for voluntary services which are ineligible for health and social care commissioned funding. Your expertise will be instrumental in driving growth, expanding our reach, and making a lasting impact in the social care sector.
What we need from You:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as business, healthcare, or social care or equivalent demonstrable experience
- Proven track record of success in business development, particularly in the social care sector, with a record of winning new business contracts in excess of £1 million.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to oversee multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Understanding of the social care landscape and regulatory environment.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, focusing on achieving business goals.
- Proficiency in relevant IT systems and tools, including CRM systems and Microsoft Office.
And in return we offer:
- Salary of £55 - £60k depending on skills, experience and qualifications
- 25 days annual leave each year PLUS bank holidays
- Hybrid Working and Flexible Working Opportunities
- Medical cash back scheme to cover every day health expenses and more
- 3 x life cover assurance with membership of our generous DC pension scheme
Brain Tumour Research is looking for a Social Media Manager to lead our social media team in delivering inspiring, mission-led content relating to all areas of the business. The Social Media Manager will engage with our supporters on relevant platforms in a strategic way, working to increase our advocates and income through these channels.
Social Media Manager
Location: Head Office, Milton Keynes. We offer a hybrid working model, where team members are expected to be in the office for a minimum of three days per week.
Salary: £41,000 per annum
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: Holiday entitlement, 25 days per annum , excluding UK Public Holidays, death in service policy, access to a Employee Assistance Programme and option to join our healthcare scheme.
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who wants to make a difference in one of the most innovative and exciting medical research fundraising charities in the UK while developing their skills and knowledge as Social Media Manager.
As Social Media Manager you will create inspiring and strategic, mission-led content to engage with our supporters, increase our advocates and generate income.
About You
If you are an established Social Media professional who is a self-starter, able to define and implement a new strategy, and would like to join an exciting, innovative, and ambitious charity, with a passion for finding a cure for brain tumours, then we would love to hear from you.
Do you have:
- At least 5 years practitioner experience of social media management at a senior level
- In depth knowledge of social media platforms and key digital channels
- An analytical mind, using data and insight to drive change
About Brain Tumour Research
Brain Tumour Research is an exciting, innovative and ambitious charity. We are passionate about finding a cure for brain tumours through the establishment of dedicated Brain Tumour Research Centres of Excellence around the UK.
We are invested in our employees and are proud to be accredited by Investors in People.
Closing Date: 14th July 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.
Candidates may also have in experience in, or looking for a career in: Marketing Manager, Communications Manager, Head of Social Media, Marketing Campaign Manager, Content Manager, Brand and Social Manager, Social Media Marketing.
No agencies please.
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Join us as the Group Social Value Manager at LHCPG, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our social impact strategy. Working closely with various teams, you'll integrate social value principles into our products and services, fostering innovation and partnerships to drive positive change across Great Britain.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Lead the integration of social value priorities into LHCPG's products and services.
- Establish LHCPG as a leading authority in social value, internally and externally.
- Build and nurture a network for innovation in social value approaches.
- Stay abreast of social value trends, best practices, and regulations.
- Align LHCPG's social value strategy with our mission, vision, and external influences.
- Support clients and suppliers to deliver their social impact priorities.
- Develop and implement social value measuring approaches and standards that enable social value data and information to be collected and recorded, across LHCPG’s operational activities.
- Support the delivery and impact reporting of the Community Benefit Fund.
- Provide guidance and training on social value principles and practices.
- Produce annual social value reports and coordinate impact case studies.
What You Need:
- Ideally, a relevant degree or professional qualification in CSR or social impact.
- Expertise in social value measurement frameworks used in the public sector.
- Understanding of technology's role in driving social innovation.
- Experience in managing complex projects and influencing outcomes with stakeholders.
- Familiarity with ESG frameworks and their application.
- Strong IT literacy, including proficiency in PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
- Excellent organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Ability to work with confidential information and meet strict deadlines.
- Positive, supportive attitude with a collaborative and flexible approach.
- Previous experience in a social value role or not-for-profit organisation is desirable.
What You Get:
- Basic salary on POC starting at £62,886
- A non-contractual and discretionary annual bonus scheme is in place based on the achievement of personal and company targets.
- Local Government Pension Scheme (Defined Benefit).
- 34 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- 36-hour week.
- Personal training and development plan.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Employee Discounts.
If you're passionate about driving positive social change and have the skills and experience we're looking for, apply quickly to join our team at LHCPG. We look forward to hearing from you!
Please note that we reserve the right to close this job posting before the application deadline if a suitable candidate is identified.
We improve lives and places through the impact of our products & services and social value generated through our community benefit funding & activity
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This Social Media Content Creator role is a fantastic opportunity to combine your in-depth understanding of the different social media platforms and your creative approach to content creation strategies.
Greenpeace is an international network of non profit campaigning organisations operating in over 55 countries. Our independence and global reach enable us to stand for positive change through action in order to defend nature and promote peace. We investigate and expose global environmental problems, confront those in positions of power and present alternative solutions.
To inspire people to take action on environmental issues, we want you to create engaging and impactful content on Facebook, X (formally known as Twitter), Instagram, TikTok, Threads, plus emerging platforms. In doing so, you’ll be expected to draw on all your knowledge of the unique features and best practices for each platform, and to develop your ability to create appealing, informative copy, video and images that resonate with our audiences.
As a core member of our Social Response Team, you will play a key part in developing and delivering rapid-response social media content based on the daily news cycle and major events. You’ll also work with our video production team to produce high-quality videos that showcase the organisation's environmental campaigns and initiatives.
Location: Islington, London. Our hybrid working model enables us to enjoy the benefits of both office based and remote working. We ask that staff work from the office in Islington 40% of their time, with 20% required as a minimum. Reasonable adjustments as well as specific office based needs will be considered for those with long term health conditions and disabilities.
What we're looking for:
- Proven experience creating engaging and evolving social media content across multiple platforms, including Facebook, X (formally known as Twitter), Instagram and TikTok.
- Experience analysing and responding to opportunities in the news cycle to push key messages and drive engagement – ideally on the environment and politics.
- Ability to conceptualise and produce rapid response videos that resonate with target audiences to drive engagement – ideally including presenting on-camera.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication, with the ability to craft compelling captions, video scripts and talking points.
- Ability to analyse and draw insights from metrics and apply to future content.
- Understanding of how Greenpeace’s anti-racism commitments and the broader principles of justice, equity, diversity, inclusion and safety apply to social media.
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends, particularly during campaign launches or events – plus willingness to travel occasionally.
We give you:
You’ll be encouraged to develop both personally and professionally, taking advantage of the wide range of learning and development opportunities available to our staff. We offer great benefits such as a generous pension scheme, subsidised lunches, free yoga and a wealth of well-being resources, just to name a few. Take a look at our Work for Greenpeace pages to find out more about what it’s like to work for us and why you should apply.
We are happy to consider flexible working requests as part of the recruitment process.
Our commitment to diversity: Greenpeace UK is committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We acknowledge that people from certain backgrounds are under-represented in environmental and campaigning organisations and we’re committed to doing what we can to correct this. We are particularly keen to receive applications from people of colour; people with disabilities; people who identify as being LGBTQIA; people who have a mental health condition; and people who identify as working class now or in the past.
To Apply
For further information, and to apply, click the apply button.
Greenpeace UK is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age or any other category protected by law
CLOSING DATE: 9.00 am 17th July
INTERVIEWS: 25th and 26th July
Location: Homebased - with occasional travel for staff residentials and event
Contract: Permanent Full-time - 37 hours per week (subject to funding)
Salary: Band 4 - £30,858.80 - £40,777.70 per annum dependent on experience
The National Youth Agency is looking for a new Research Associate to join our Knowledge Team.
What we do:
- As the national body for youth work, the NYA has a dual function. We are the professional statutory and regulatory body (PSRB) responsible for qualifications, quality standards, and safeguarding for youth work and services in England. In line with our charity mission and aims, we also champion youth work through research, advocacy, campaigns, and programmes.
- We work in partnership and believe in collaborative leadership, listening to youth workers and the youth work sector so that we can understand their needs and respond to the challenges they face. We are ambitious for youth work and for young people and integrate youth voice and influence across our work
About the Role:
- This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly formed and rapidly expanding team within our Growth Directorate. We are seeking a skilled Research Associate to contribute to our mission of supporting youth work and driving evidence-based practices.As our new Research Associate, you will be integral to delivering data, knowledge, and insights that underpin our organisational development and program delivery. This role involves a wide array of research activities, and you must be able to handle multiple tasks efficiently. We are looking for a professional who is not only confident and flexible but also has excellent communication and organisational skills.
Key responsibilities for this role will include:
- Providing research support for local authority service reviews, including analysing local statistics, conducting surveys and focus groups, and contributing to gap analysis.
- Collaborating with the Knowledge Team to design and deliver social research projects.
- Assisting in the design and implementation of project evaluations to meet funder requirements and enhance our evidence base.
- Leading small research projects for both NYA and external clients.
- Promoting evidence-based practices and utilizing insights to drive improvements across the organization.
The ideal candidate will have experience in social research, familiarity with various research methodologies, and the ability to communicate complex findings to diverse audiences.
Why Work for NYA?
- NYA operates as a people-first organisation, prioritising the well-being and needs of its employees.
- NYA offers an exceptional flexible working approach which encourages our team to balance professional responsibilities with their personal life.
- A remote based team, spread across England, fostering inclusivity and diverse talent. Despite geographical distances between team members, NYA maintains a highly motivated and connected team through the optimisation of digital tools.
- NYA is committed to supporting the continual personal and professional development of our team and helping them achieve their ambitions.
- We provide 25 days leave plus 8 days, life assurance scheme, 5% employer pension contribution and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme via Spectrum.life with unlimited specialist support available to all NYA employees.
How to Apply:
Please download our applicant pack to find out more about the role and requirements
Please use our online application process to submit the following documents:
- A detailed CV setting out your career history, with responsibilities and achievements in line with the person specification in the About You section.
- A covering letter (maximum two sides) highlighting your suitability for the role and how you meet the requirements in the About You section.
We will request data for our EEDI monitoring purposes, providing this is optional.
Please note: the covering letter is an essential part of the application process and will be assessed as part of your full application. CV’s will not be accepted without a cover letter.
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We are recruiting a part-time Senior Employment and Social Security Policy Officer
(hybrid working - 21 hours, £37,616 pro rata)
Maternity Action is the UK’s maternity rights charity dedicated to promoting, protecting and
enhancing the rights of all pregnant women, new mothers and their families to employment,
social security and health care.
We are seeking an experienced policy professional to lead our employment and social
security policy work.
About us
We are a small charity that has grown over the past four years. We have a longstanding
commitment to working from home, and we offer our staff genuine flexibility. 23 of our 27
staff work part time, and staff are located across the UK.
We have an active programme of policy and campaigning to protect and strengthen the
rights of low-income pregnant women and new parents. Our in-house legal team delivers
advice and casework support to over 3,500 pregnant women and new parents across the UK
each year and our 50+ online information sheets are viewed over 1.3 million times.
About our policy and campaigning work
Maternity Action’s vision is a society which fully respects the rights of all pregnant women
and new parents to employment, social security and health care.
To achieve this vision, we undertake thoughtful research and policy analysis which is
grounded in the lived experiences of pregnant women and new parents, and which draws on
the expert knowledge of our legal team and evidence from our advice services. Our work
influences law and policy with the aim of reducing poverty, improving health and advancing
equality and human rights for all pregnant women and new parents.
We prioritise issues affecting low income and marginalised women and have an active
programme of research, policy and campaigning work on employment, social security and
healthcare.
Key areas of campaigning on employment rights include ending pregnancy and maternity
discrimination in the workplace and promoting a more equitable framework for maternity and
parental leave. Our work on the cost-of-living crisis is highlighting the underinvestment in
maternity pay and maternity benefits, the limited support available for migrant mothers and
calling for improved financial support. We have an on-going campaign and programme of
work around NHS charging for maternity care, which affects some of the most socially and economically vulnerable women in the UK.
Our policy and campaigns work has a strong focus on partnership working with voluntary
organisations, health professionals and unions to support women to exercise their rights. We
convene the Alliance for Maternity Rights and the Maternity Entitlement Group to promote collaborative campaigning on employment rights and on charging for NHS maternity care.
We work closely with a range of voluntary organisations in our policy and campaign work,
including smaller frontline organisations working with marginalised women.
About you
We are looking for an experienced Senior Employment and Social Security Policy Officer to
undertake policy analysis, campaigning and research on employment rights affecting
pregnant women and new parents, including maternity discrimination, precarious work,
health and safety, maternity and parental leave and flexible working.
You will be able to form relationships with Government, Trade Unions, business groups, Equality and Human Rights
Commission and voluntary sector organisations. Working with staff across the organisation
you will be able to communicate about employment policy effectively to a wide range of
audiences.
You will have an understanding of the social security system as it relates to pregnant women
and new parents, and an ability to analyse policy developments relating to the Department
for Work and Pensions.
We particularly welcome applications from Black and minority ethnic candidates and from
people with lived experience of pregnancy or parenting, low income or migration.
The role
This is a hybrid role to be delivered from home and our office in Finsbury Park, London.
Total hours to be worked each week is 21; other than Thursday, which is a core day, we are
flexible about start/finish times and days worked, within normal business hours. Hours can
be spread across three, four or five days. All staff are required to travel within the UK
occasionally.
Please send us a covering letter outlining how you meet the selection criteria and your CV.
Applications close 9am Monday 15 th July 2024. Virtual interviews will be held during the
week beginning 22 nd July.
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About Global Health 50/50
Global Health 50/50 (GH5050) provides rigorous data and insight in the pursuit of gender equality within global health and across other sectors, systems and frameworks. Established in 2017, GH5050 operates as an independent, evidence-driven initiative with charitable status registered in the UK. Our ethos revolves around the principles of human rights, particularly in relation to gender equality, and we are resolute in our commitment to effecting meaningful change.
At GH5050, we embrace an authoritative, analytical approach, underpinned by a genuine concern for social justice and equity. Our work transcends borders, drawing upon a wealth of data-led insights to inform policy, shape discourse, and drive tangible progress. As a trusted source of information and analysis, we serve as both catalyst and convener, fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders to drive [KB1] reform.
While founded to monitor and act on inequalities and inequities in the global health sector, GH5050 is now embarking on an ambitious expansion into new sectors, including law and justice and finance and economics building upon our proven model of data-driven advocacy. By leveraging partnerships, particularly in diverse geographies, engaging stakeholders, and amplifying marginalized voices, we aim to make enduring contributions to the global pursuit of gender parity and social justice.
Context
Through our flagship report and Gender and Health Index, GH5050 provides the only birds-eye view of gender, inclusion and equality in the global health system today. The report assesses 200 organisations annually across a core set of variables on policies and practices to tackle power and privilege imbalances within the workplace, the gender and geography of organisational leadership, and whether gender is considered in any organisations' external-facing programmatic or policy work.
In addition to the annual report, GH5050 also produces a range of other evidence-informed outputs, including thematic reports relating to equality and diversity in the workplace (e.g. on gender pay gap), and policy briefs about strategies for organisational change.
GH5050 is expanding into new sectors beyond health and will increasingly support analysis at the country level. The successful candidate for this post is expected to play an integral role in contributing to the growth of GH5050, as well as taking a leading role in developing these new areas of work and leading and managing research staff across three sectoral workstreams.
Role Summary
This is an exciting opportunity to play a leadership role in a world-leading gender accountability and advocacy initiative. You will join a small and growing team of staff working at GH5050, taking responsibility for a large body of research and its associated impact. This role will be instrumental in exercising leadership for research and impact as GH5050 expands into two new sectors and more work at the country level.
We are looking for a motivated, dynamic, proactive, organised and experienced team player to assume this key leadership role. We encourage applications from people who meet the person specification and are interested in taking on the tasks and responsibilities as well as identifying and grasping new opportunities in this key position in GH5050.
Role Responsibilities
Ensure delivery of rigorous and impactful research outputs across several thematic sectors at global and country levels: Overall responsibility for production (research design, coordination, time management, analysis, writing, production) and dissemination of rigorous research outputs including reports, indices and data visualisations. This will include identifying, liaising with and guiding external writers that may be required to support the delivery of outputs.
Manage, develop and motivate a diverse team of dispersed multisectoral and multidisciplinary researchers: Responsible for line management of sector specialists (health, law/justice and economics/finance) and their teams which include consultant researchers dispersed across the globe. This will entail recruitment, performance management, talent development and team building of GH5050 researchers as well as capacity building of researchers in partner organisations.
Manage a range of partnerships: Responsible for developing, maintaining and growing research and advocacy partnerships with external teams across the globe, through the application of principles and practice of equitable research partnerships.
Report to external stakeholders: Ensuring timely and accurate reporting of activities and impact to GH5050 donors using specified templates for reporting.
Ensure internal communications: Provision of regular updates on research progress, including identifying and flagging risks to achieving research objectives. Identification of risk mitigation or management strategies as appropriate.
Ensure external communications-including stakeholder engagement: In collaboration with GH5050 communications and engagement specialists, ensuring that research outputs are disseminated for maximum impact. Developing and maintaining regular engagement and communications with organisations included in the sectoral reports (at global and national levels). Willingness to travel to present at external conferences, stakeholder meetings, and other events as appropriate.
Track impact: Develop and maintain a rigorous system to track the impact of GH5050 research and engagement. Work with communications and advocacy staff to capture and communicate impact and stories of change.
Ensure sound financial management: Budget responsibility for research projects and activities. Regular liaison with head of operations and head of budget in GH5050 to ensure that spend and projections are on track to be balanced. Ensure that research teams report expenditures according to agreed budget parameters and regulations (set by UK Charity Commission, donors, auditors).
Support resource mobilisation: In collaboration with the rest of the senior team, cultivate relationships with existing and potential supporters of the work of GH5050 and identify opportunities for new research work and collaborations. Take ownership of grant and to a limited degree peer-review academic grant proposal development.
While peer-reviewed publications are not a primary aim of GH5050, we encourage our researchers to publish in the academic literature and when they do so to practice equitable partnership practices in relation to authorship.
Any other tasks that may be reasonably required.
Person specification
· PhD level qualification preferred. If Masters level qualification then equivalent and demonstrable relevant professional level experience
· Recognised thought leader in research, preferable in relation to gender equality
· Experience conducting mixed methods research, including innovative methods of data collection, indicator development, database management, and qualitative and quantitative analysis and interpretation
· Experience in research project management, ideally within an academic and/or policy environment
· Experience in policy analysis and developing recommendations based on this analysis
· Knowledge of gender and its relationship to: (i) research/evidence methods (e.g. policy analysis); iii) opportunities/discrimination in the workplace; (iii) and/or approaches to organisational change, would be an advantage
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, and experience producing clear, concise, engaging and evidence-led written outputs such as reports, policy briefs, academic papers and op-eds
· Experience of effectively managing a team, with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build collaborative professional relationships with a wide range of partners across diverse contexts, including whilst working remotely
· Experience working independently and effective decision making to manage competing priorities and ensure projects are delivered on time and to a high standard
· High level of proficiency in MS Excel and experience in using a wide range of software, including data visualisation packages
Competencies
· Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
· Excellent organisational and planning skills
· Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
· Knowledge and experience in at least one research method relevant to the work of GH5050
· Ability to work to deadlines
· Self-starting skills
· An organised approach to time and project management
· Strong cultural competencies with experience in developing and maintaining research partnerships across a variety of settings and contexts
· A commitment to social justice and gender justice
All Staff are required to:
● Demonstrate commitment to GH5050’s organisational values, including exercising high ethical standards with attention to teamwork, collaboration and integrity
● Ensure that they have read and understood all mandatory policies and procedures
● Uphold the Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and Anti-Harassment and Bullying Policies, ensuring effective implementation in all aspects of their work for the Charity
● Act always within the Charity Rules, Policies, Procedures, and any other statutory requirements
● Be proactive, bring ideas, suggestions and contribute to the improvement and development of the charity
● Undertake training as required
● Attend staff and team meetings as required
● Observe health and safety procedures in the workplace to ensure personal safety and to safeguard the interests and safety of colleagues and visitors
● To establish, foster and maintain close working relationships with other functions to allow swift resolution of issues and sharing of knowledge
● Undertake other duties and responsibilities as appropriate since all staff are expected to work flexibly within their skill level to respond to changing priorities
Our generous staff benefits include:
· 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays. In addition, we may provide 3 days leave over the Christmas and New Year period
· Flexible working arrangements – mainly remote working and with at least 1-2 days per week in the Cambridge office
· 5% employer pension contribution
· Employee assistance programme (EAP) via Health Assured
· Professional development and training
Global Health 50/50 wants to fast-forward the pace of change to make global health more gender equal.
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Job Title: Research and Engagement Officer
Location: Healthwatch Wakefield, The Plex, 15 Margaret Street, Wakefield, WF1 2DQ, and Wakefield districts
Reports to: Operations and Impact Manager
Type: 1 year fixed term contract with the possibility of extending
Working Hours: Part-time, 15 hours per week
Salary: £27,000 per annum (pro-rata)
Pension: 5% employer contribution
Benefits: Flexible working, hybrid working, workplace pension
Job Purpose:
To plan and deliver engagement and research for Healthwatch Wakefield’s core and project work. To understand the experiences and concerns of people using health and social care services in Wakefield and represent this feedback to service providers and commissioners. The role involves some analysing of data and intelligence to influence change and improve services. The postholder will focus on engaging with seldom-heard groups and individuals.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Engagement:
- Work closely with the Healthwatch Wakefield Engagement Officer to put together engagement plans for specific projects and core healthwatch work
- Conduct engagement in public spaces appropriate to project needs, such as community centres, health venues, and libraries.
- Manage a program of outreach sessions, identifying and arranging visits to organisations and community groups.
- Employ innovative engagement methods and involve volunteers in outreach activities.
- Follow up on information requests and signpost effectively, ensuring high-quality information standards.
Research:
- Work with the Healthwatch Wakefield Research and Engagement Project Officer to support the design of research collection methods, both quantitative and qualitative.
- Provide support and advice for other staff and volunteers conducting research.
Data and Intelligence Analysis:
- Support the Healthwatch Wakefield Research and Engagement Project Officer to analyse data to produce a range of high-quality research outputs, including reports and presentations for various audiences.
- Input engagement data into databases as required by the organisation
General Responsibilities:
- Support a positive team environment, ensure compliance with policies, and promote equality and diversity.
- Participate in internal and external meetings and contribute to the periodic review of job roles.
Person Specification:
Essential:
- Experience of engagement, particularly with hard to reach groups and communities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong teamwork skills.
- Capable of working independently and managing a varied workload.
- Experience of using various engagement methodologies, including surveys, focus groups, interviews, and community meetings.
- Experience working with, networking, and developing partnerships with a range of people, including project stakeholders, diverse community groups, and other organisations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint and Word.
- Commitment to the principles and values of Healthwatch.
- Demonstrates empathy, integrity, and a drive to influence positive change in health and social care.
- Willingness to travel within the Wakefield area.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.
Desirable:
- Experience in data analysis, both quantitative and qualitative.
- Experience producing impact-focused reports and summary documents.
- Familiarity with local services and community needs.
- Knowledge of the voluntary and community sector, especially in Wakefield District.
- Good understanding of health and social care sectors, especially within the Wakefield area
Your local health and social care champion
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Job Purpose and Summary
Do you want to be part of an exciting and varied fundraising programme?
Currently, our student team supports hundreds of students per year to take part in some incredible fundraising challenges. This includes national and international treks and marathons, such as climbing Kilimanjaro, trekking across the Morocco High Atlas Mountains or running 26.2 miles through Budapest.
We have two roles available for Student Fundraising Assistants to work with the current team across campuses in the UK and one in Ireland. With the purpose to engage with students at our partner universities and inspire them to join us on a fuindraising challenge to defeat meningitis and tick off a bucket list adventure.
The Student Fundraising Assistant will support the student team with recruiting students to take on one of these challenges. Some primary tasks and activities will include attending freshers' fairs, presenting about Meningitis Research Foundation’s student programme at information meetings and making phone calls to those who have registered their interest.
This role requires strong prioritisation and communication skills, sensitivity and flexibility. Whether you come with direct fundraising experience or have transferable skills that the role requires, we will support and develop you to excel in your role. What we are really looking for is someone passionate about making a difference and who is confident and outgoing when talking to new people. You will be the face and voice of the cause when talking to students.
Meningitis Research Foundation is based in Bristol, but this role is flexible and is open to remote working with regular visits to universities across the UK.
We offer an annual salary of £23,000 (pro-rata), 6% employer pension contribution and employee assistance program alongside annual leave of 25 days per year (pro-rata). You will report to the Senior Fundraising Manager (Events and Community) within the Fundraising Team and work closely with the Student Team who will assign day-to-day activities.
Key responsibilities
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Visiting partner universities around the UK to promote their chosen fundraising challenge. These promotions include but may not be limited to; manning freshers fair stalls, flyering and delivering lecture shout outs.
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Maintaining positive relationships with the universities visited through good communication skills.
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Generate interest in the work of Meningitis Research Foundation and motivate people to register their interest in a challenge and sign up.
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Deliver short presentations at information meetings about the work of Meningitis Research Foundation and the fundraising support we offer to challenge participants.
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Make telephone calls to students who have registered interest in a challenge; answering questions, assisting with concerns and helping to overcome barriers to entry such as fundraising targets.
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Occasional need to assist with social media content e.g. creation of Instagram stories or posts using Canva.
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Other duties as reasonable requested by the Senior Fundraising Manager (Events & Community) or Head of Fundraising.
Skills and experience required
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Excellent oral communication skills, strong networker and a confident, outgoing manner
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Good organisational skills, ability to prioritise and juggle multiple activities
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IT competent - able to use Microsoft 365
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Self-motivated and able to use own initiative
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Team player with an ability to build effective working relationships
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Ability to demonstrate our organisational values in all areas of your work
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Ability to work anti-social hours (evenings and weekends) and at a high level of intensity
About us
Meningitis Research Foundation is an international health charity headquartered in the UK,
driven by a passionate mission to prevent the devastating impact of meningitis. Founded by
individuals whose lives were profoundly affected by meningitis; we are dedicated to enabling
positive change by uniting people and knowledge to save lives. The Confederation of
Meningitis Organisations (CoMO) is our worldwide network of people and groups who are
driven by a shared purpose to defeat meningitis. By coming together to share their diverse
experience and expertise, they are a formidable global force against this life-threatening
condition.
Please send a CV and a covering letter addressing all points on the job description and person specification by 9am on Tuesday 16th July. For an informal chat about the role please contact us.
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The World Watch List is Open Doors’ annual ranking of the 50 countries where Christians face the most extreme persecution. Could you see yourself contributing to the development of the WWL as a world class instrument for monitoring persecution? Then our World Watch Unit (WWU) team at Open Doors International (ODI) is looking forward to welcoming you to their team!
With the team, you will be responsible for the quality of the WWL, ensuring that the data generated is communicated in a form that will be most relevant to the various constituent parts of Open Doors and beyond.
Your main responsibility is to work together with local and regional experts, as well as with other organizations that produce information on religious persecution, to monitor and score persecution. You will contribute, for the countries in your portfolio, to the establishment and continuous update of country profiles. Your portfolio will consist of a group of Asian countries, and you will report to the WWL Manager.
Your key responsibilities
- To contribute to the development of the WWL as a world class instrument for monitoring persecution.
- To monitor and score persecution.
- To produce Full Country Dossiers and other persecution-related reports and country profiles for your portfolio.
- To strengthen the capacity of ODI’s internal network of researchers in research methodologies.
- To produce and review country analyses and to steer interdisciplinary teams drawn from the different areas of the organization for the production and review of the country analyses.
- To communicate results in speaking and writing to different target groups.
Your profile
- Committed Christian with a heart for the Persecuted Church.
- Master’s degree in relevant area or equivalent experience.
- Proven field research expertise in multi-cultural, complex and risky contexts and strong analytical skills.
- Able to combine accuracy with helicopter view and being a team player with being a self-starter.
- Written and verbal communication skills; primarily in English, knowledge of local Asian languages will be a plus.
- Able to travel to the field as well as to ODI bases.
Our Offer
Working at Open Doors means that you are actively involved in serving the worldwide Persecuted Church. We offer you a versatile position in an international, dynamic environment, a professional team and the opportunity to grow professionally and personally. As a global organisation we are used to combining working from home with working from the office and to have flexible working hours. This position is preferable based in Europe.
Please submit your CV and Cover letter before the 10th July to be considered.
Social Care Insitiute for Excellence (SCIE)
We are committed to building a society which enables people who draw on social care to live fulfilling lives.
The role:
This is a great opportunity for you to join our small friendly team and make a real difference to people’s lives by:
· Providing direction and oversight to programmes of social care improvement work, designing and implementing new tools and approaches that ensure SCIE’s projects deliver against our clients’ requirements.
· Leading the delivery of key client relationships and higher profile projects to manage complex improvement and consultancy projects for clients in adults or children’s social care including diagnostics, change management projects, organisational and practice reviews.
· Managing and delivering multiple complex projects to time, budget and quality through the development, communication and management of clear project plans, stakeholder liaison and risk management utilising SCIE’s project Management approach.
· Advising on best practice by looking at emerging trends and approaches in social care.
What we are looking for:
· Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
· Understanding of Social Care practice, policy and commissioning
· Experience of leading complex consultancy and change projects and experience of deigning and delivering improvement tools and approaches for local government
· Experience of consulting and change theories, frameworks and how to apply
· Experience of analysing performance and evaluation data
· Experience of stakeholder engagement and management and ability to maintain effective collaborative working relationships
· Experience of leading teams
What we offer in return.
We offer excellent staff benefits including a competitive salary and homeworking allowance. We provide an employer pension contribution above the statutory minimum, an award-winning employee assistance programme, and an attractive holiday package which rises with length of service.