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The Baytree Centre (registered charity no 1175145) is a women and girls social inclusion project based in the heart of Brixton, working to support local women and girls from some of the most deprived wards in Lambeth.
Inspired by Catholic Social Teaching and in response to local needs we offer programmes that include skills development (employability, language), 1-1 coaching & mentoring, welfare support and creative & academic activities that build confidence and self-esteem, promote aspirations, broaden horizons and opportunities. We aim to help our beneficiaries improve life chances for themselves, their families, and their communities.
Our Facilities and Reception Team is currently composed of an Operations & Facilities Manager, a Morning Receptionist and a Youth & Family Coordinator Receptionist. The mission of our team is to ensure that the Baytree Centre is a “Safe and Welcoming” place for all. We are looking for an afternoon receptionist to help us in our mission.
The Afternoon Receptionist is responsible for ensuring the security and identification of all girls, parents/guardians, and volunteers entering the premises during the after-school youth activities as well as efficiently managing reception and answering enquiries with the support of the Youth & Family Support coordinator.
Key Duties & Responsiblities:
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Manage reception
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Lock up centre every day during term time
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Provide some ad-hoc administrative support for facilities management and youth service (e.g. update facilities posters around the building etc.)
Knowledge & Experience:
The ideal candidate can demonstrate that they:
- Have experience working in a client-facing role
- Have experience working with and/or around children
- Understand and have experience of safeguarding and health & safety procedures and practices
- Have a good standard of English (written and spoken) for taking messages and dealing with visitors, callers and service-users
- Are IT Literate and comfortable using Microsoft Office Suite especially Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Teams
- Can deal confidently with all visitors, students and staff and know how to be diplomatic and patient as well as assertive and firm as needed
- Can deal courteously with all visitors, students and staff and are friendly and helpful and always greet visitors with a smile
- Are efficient, practical, proactive and able to stay calm under pressure to ensure that the Baytree Centre is always “Safe & Welcoming” especially during busy afternoons
- Are careful, organised and pay good attention to detail
Please see the attached document for the full job description and person specification.
This post is restricted to women only as a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9 paragraph 1, Equality Act 2010.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us
We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here.
The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.
About the role
If you enjoy being part of a team that works to execute exciting campaigns, contribute to the retention of valued supporters, and ultimately raise money for a great cause – then we’d love to hear from you.
This role is focussed on the effective delivery of our fundraising campaign, wear it pink. Along with the Mass participation team, this role will play a key part in the planning and execution of a campaign that reaches thousands of people and raise millions of pounds each year.
You’ll be responsible for building long-lasting relationships with our valued supporters, accurate delivery of processes, assisting in the design and creation of fundraising materials and working across teams to deliver a high-quality fundraising product.
We’re looking for a passionate, efficient and creative executive who is ready to help and who’s keen to be part of a fun and energetic team.
About you
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in the world of mass participation fundraising, project management and the charity sector. To do this you will have an understanding of mass participation fundraising with excellent multi-tasking skills and attention to detail. Helpful and collaborative in your approach, an interest in relationship fundraising is essential.
As well as your keen interest in project management and relationship-building, this role will allow you to hone your excellent planning and time management skills as you will lead on several projects from start to finish.
Job description and benefits
Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.
Primary location of role and hybrid working
This role is primarily based in our London office. Our hybrid working model allows you to work up to 3 days per week at home.
When applying
We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria. If you’ve any immediate questions please contact Breast Cancer Now Recruitment Team.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.
Closing date 9am on Tuesday 16 July 2024
Interview date Week commencing 22 July 2024
We are looking for a Corporate Partnerships Coordinator to join an incredible social welfare charity, to play a vital role in supporting the team to drive the new business pipeline, build relationships with potential partners and lead proposal writing.
This is a London based role with flexible working options.
The Charity
A passionate charity dedicated to helping people in very difficult circumstances, from family support, and counselling to a free helpline and specialist services.
You will be joining an organisation known and accredited for its positive working culture, offering completive benefits and flexible working options.
The Role
Develop a strong pipeline of new partnership opportunities with a focus on 50k+ multi-year partnerships.
Supporting on cultivating and securing new high value partnerships, with a focus on five and six figure opportunities.
Working with the Corporate Partnership Manager in delivering excellent relationship management to all high value partners.
Be the leading authority in Charity Of The Year applications, proposal and report writing.
The Candidate
Experience of working in corporate fundraising.
Experience of winning significant new business and achieving agreed targets
Experience of successful account management.
Experience in delivering high quality written bids, pitches and relationships that have led to winning new business.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
We are thrilled to be working with Southampton Hospitals Charity who are looking for an ambitious Director of Fundraising and Marketing to lead and inspire a team of 13 who are responsible for raising awareness and generating £4m each year.
As Director of Fundraising and Marketing, you will provide exceptional leadership and vision to develop and grow the charity’s profile and income streams. While overseeing all aspects of fundraising, you will inspire and support the marcomms team to build on brand awareness and increase community engagement. The charity already have a strong high-value function so this role will focus on developing the public fundraising strategy.
At an exciting time for Southampton Hospitals Charity as they have recently become an independent charity, have an new art trail this year and an ambitious team.
To be an excellent Director of Fundraising and Marketing you will need:
- Exceptional planning and budget management experience
- Ability to influence and persuade internally
- Experience leading fundraising teams, ideally with a public or mass fundraising background
- Outstanding communication skills and ideally a some marketing and communications experience
Salary: £70,000-£75,000
Contract: Full time (part-time considered) - FTC 12 months
Location: Hybrid – Southampton
Closing date: 10th July
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Ashby on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected].
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment is a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, and supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
If enough applications are received the charity reserves the right to end the application period sooner.
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week
Location: Flexible across the borough but mainly based in The Lodge Community Hub and Rutland House
Salary: £29,400 per annum + 3% pension
Contract: Fixed Term for 6 months - job share and/or part time hours considered for the right applicant
Responsible to: Cost of Living Coordinator, Adult Support Services Team
The London Borough of Bromley’s All Age Autism Strategy recognises the specific needs of autistic clients in navigating the welfare benefits systems. This role will provide welfare benefits advice and support to autistic clients and their families.
You will undertake welfare benefit checks to ascertain what benefits a client may be eligible for and support them to complete all necessary paperwork to apply for the benefit.
You will provide advice on welfare benefit issues to ensure income maximisation is achieved for beneficiaries and signpost to other local specialist agencies for expertise when required.
You will deliver a professional, impartial, pragmatic and outcome-focused advice service to beneficiaries whilst working to organisational standards, policies and procedures and regulatory requirements.
The service is ‘all age’ and will support parents/carers of autistic children and young people and autistic adults in all aspects of welfare benefits. All applications are subject to satisfactory references, a right to work check and an Enhanced Disclosure (DBS).
Application packs with full details are available on our website via the Apply button.
Closing date: Monday 8th July 2024
Interviews: Friday 12th July 2024
Service Manager
This is an exciting opportunity for a Service Manager to join Depaul UK, where you will play a vital role in supporting and empowering vulnerable young people aged 16-24 in our innovative Camden Kaleidoscope project.
Position: Service Manager
Location: Camden
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 per week
Salary: £37,880 per annum inclusive of Inner London Weighting plus pension and benefits
Closing Date: Sunday 14th July – we are doing interviews on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.
Interview date: Wednesday 17th July
About the Role
Camden Kaleidoscope, located in London, is an innovative, specialist-supported accommodation service focusing on mental health and complex needs. As a Service Manager you will lead a dedicated team to provide trauma-informed mental health support to young people between ages 16-24, an understanding and/or experience of trauma-informed practice would be advantageous. In addition, you’ll manage and develop a dedicated staff team including mental health support workers, volunteers and students so previous experience in line management and working in Mental Health accommodation services (or equivalent) will be required.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead the process of continuous improvement for the service following Depaul UK’s annual project review and year planning cycle.
- Collaborate with external agencies to ensure coordinated and client-centred service delivery.
- Manage financial, IT, and building resources effectively per Depaul UK’s policies.
About You
You will have experience in managing a service in a support setting with a focus on continuous improvement in working with young people with complex mental health needs.
You will need to have the following skills and experience:
· Experience and/or understanding of trauma-informed practice
· Experience in managing and working in Mental Health Accommodation Projects.
· Experience in managing partnerships with mental health and other professionals.
· Experience in managing budgets and expenditures.
In return for working here, you will receive:
· A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role
· Commitment to continued professional development with internal mentoring.
· Flexible working model for suitable roles.
· Supportive flexitime and toil arrangements.
· 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years’ service.
· Family friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave.
· Financial wellbeing offering interest free loans and advances
· Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service
· Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app – 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice.
· Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free season ticket loans.
· Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more.
· Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More
· International Accident Cover – accidental death, permanent disability
· Death in service (4x Base salary)
· Legal Advice line
About the Organisation
Depaul UK delivers a wide range of support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. We specialise in the provision of services that prevent homelessness, increase the resilience of those we work with and energise opportunities for employment, education, training and volunteering in the communities we work within. Our organisation reaches from Newcastle to London, Greater Manchester and Milton Keynes.
You may have experience in areas such as such as: Service Manager, Case Worker, Specialist Service Manager, Project Leader, Service Leader. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
We have an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager to join CARE International UK. CARE International UK is a globally renowned humanitarian organisation which fights poverty, saves lives and achieves social justice. They put women and girls at the centre of their work, because they know that we cannot overcome poverty until all people have equal rights and opportunities.
The Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager is a newly created role which will join the newly launched philanthropic fundraising function within the existing Fundraising and Communications Team. You will report into the Head of Philanthropy and will manage one direct report.
It is a great time to join CARE International UK as they have a renewed energy and focus behind their fundraising, putting it right at the heart of the charity’s strategy. You will play a key role in shaping and developing their UK trusts and foundations strategy. CARE International UK offer a flexible working pattern and have a strong commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion and are particularly keen to encourage applications from underrepresented groups.
To be successful in the Senior Trusts and Foundations Manager role you will need experience in:
- Researching, building and managing relationships with trusts, foundations and statutory funders
- Writing and developing fundraising strategies which have results in income growth
- Producing and delivering bespoke proposals and reports for prospective partners
Salary: £48,481 (pay award pending)
Contract: Permanent – full or part time will be considered
Location: London (Vauxhall) - Hybrid working offered
Closing date: 26th July
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Ashby on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected].
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
Our client, a prestigious London University, is currently seeking a temporary, full-time (35 hours per week) Student Enquiries Officer. This role will be onsite, Monday to Friday, in Central London, starting Monday, 5th August, for approximately 2-3 months.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide written and verbal guidance to a diverse range of stakeholders regarding the university's multiple support services and administrative processes.
- Ensure enquiries are responded to promptly, while maintaining accurate records and effective notes.
- Adhere to relevant processes, policies, and legislation, including data protection, equality, and inclusion.
- Manage and prioritise your daily workload to ensure the service runs smoothly and effectively.
- Support service users and handle enquiries confidently.
To be considered for this position, you should possess:
- Previous experience in a higher education setting is advantageous, but experience in a similar office-based customer service environment will also be considered.
- Proven ability to handle, prioritise, and resolve a range of enquiries.
- Strong relationship-building skills and confidence in engaging with various stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work proactively and effectively, without the need of direct supervision.
- Excellent customer service, communication, and organisational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Office 365.
This position starts on Monday, 5th August, for approximately 2-3 months. You must be available for the entire duration to be considered.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply below, and submit your CV in Word format.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
Actively Interviewing
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!
ADVOCATE
Location: Dudley (travel across the area, home based for administration)
Salary: £22,500 - £29,500 per year, pro-rata. Potential to earn up to £29,500 pro-rata based on advocacy qualification held.
Contract Type: Permanent
Position Type: Full Time (35 hours per week) and Part Time available
All applications by midnight on Sunday 7 July 2024
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.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Advocate to join our team covering Dudley borough. Your role will require you to travel to locations such as hospitals and care homes across the area to meet with clients and professionals and be home based for administration; therefore, a suitable home internet connection is essential.
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 you
Desirably you will have some experience of working as an Advocate, providing welfare, supporting, or caring for Adults or young people who have support needs, ideally for those with a variety of communication needs, mental ill health, physical health issues, or barriers to accessing education and support.
You should have worked or volunteered in health, social care, welfare, support services, education or young person’s services, or advice and guidance.
How will you make a difference?
You will be responsible for ensuring the individual’s wishes, feelings, beliefs, needs, and values are met to create positive outcomes for the people you support.
You will support people to speak up for themselves and grow in confidence, equip them to understand and exercise their rights and options, and will assist them in the decision-making process relating to their care, treatment, and support.
You will work resourcefully and collaboratively with the individuals you support. You’ll be creative in your approach to empower our clients by ensuring you meaningfully explain people’s options and rights to them. You’ll support individuals to fully participate in decisions affecting them and will make sure they have their voices heard.
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 us via our website.
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 Sunday 7 July
Interviews via Teams: Thursday 11 July
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.
Want to know more about VoiceAbility and the role?
Please see our website.
We look forward to hearing from you.
NB: If you don't already hold the Independent Advocacy Practice qualification, and you are successful in your application, it is a requirement that you complete the core element within 12 months of commencing the training. VoiceAbility will fund this training.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a dynamic marketing professional with a passion for creating powerful, impactful campaigns?
Royal Society of Blind Children are searching for a Marketing Executive & Business Partner to join their dedicated and energetic team. In this vital role, reporting to the Marketing and Communications Manager, you will help craft and deliver engaging content across a variety of online and offline channels, ensuring RSBC’s inspiring message resonates with and mobilises their key audiences. Your efforts will directly enhance the lives of blind young people by championing RSBC’s mission and values.
This hybrid role, which involves three days in the office. You will be tasked with producing captivating content using your photography and video skills, maintaining and optimising the RSBC website, crafting engaging e-communications, and designing eye-catching collateral in Canva or Adobe. You will support the Marcomms team by building a rich library of compelling case studies and writing persuasive copy for diverse platforms. Your responsibilities will also include analysing social media and web activity, assisting in PR campaigns, and ensuring consistent adherence to RSBC’s brand standards.
The ideal candidate will possess a recognised qualification in marketing or equivalent experience, outstanding written skills, and proficiency in tools like WordPress, DotDigital, Canva, or InDesign. Exceptional communication skills, a creative and analytical mindset, and a proactive approach are essential. Experience managing social media channels, website content, and producing insightful reports for continuous improvement will distinguish you as an exceptional candidate.
If this description resonates with you, we encourage you to submit your CV in Word format as soon as possible. Suitable candidates will be provided with further details about the role.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we. are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
About the organisation
nia has been delivering services to women, girls and children who have been subjected to sexual and domestic violence and abuse, including prostitution, since 1975. The organisation has three main aims: to provide services for women, girls and children who have experienced men’s violence; contributing to ending male violence against women and girls, and to inform and influence policy and public awareness.
East London Rape Crisis provides free, confidential specialist support for women and girls who have been raped or experienced any other form of sexual violence or abuse at any time in their lives, regardless of whether or not they have reported to the police. We offer confidential and independent support. Services include advocacy, emotional and practical support, one-to-one counselling and group work. The service is provided across Barking & Dagenham, Hackney, Havering, Redbridge, Newham, Tower Hamlets and Waltham Forest.
nia is a professionally approved member of Rape Crisis England and Wales; an umbrella organisation supporting Rape Crisis Centres across the country. Rape Crisis is completely independent of the government and the criminal justice system.
About the post
We are seeking to recruit to the following posts, all funded until March 2025:
Job Title: East London Rape Crisis Counsellors (Employed)
Job Ref: nia 166
Hours: 14 hours per week
Salary: £11,800- £13,200 (£29,500 - £33,000 full time equivalent) depending on experience and qualifications
Location: East London
Job Title: East London Rape Crisis Counsellors (Employed)
Job Ref: nia 167
Hours: 24 hours: (a min of 10hrs and max of 24hrs available which can be covered between 1-2 posts)
Salary: 24 hrs - £20,228.57- £22,628.57 (£29,500 - £33,000 FTE equivalent) depending on experience and qualifications. 10 hrs: £8,428.57- £9,428.57 (£29,500 - £33,000 FTE equivalent) depending on experience and qualifications
Location: East London
In the role of Counsellor, you will provide one to one counselling and group therapy to survivors of sexual violence. You will work as part of a growing feminist Rape Crisis service that is developing to meet the needs of women and girls. Counselling is delivered face to face, online and via the phone.
We are looking for counsellors who can provide a commitment of a minimum of 10 and maximum of 24 hours a week of counselling services.
About you
We are looking for highly organised and self-motivated women who are passionate about ending violence against women, girls and children. You will have a ‘can-do’ approach and demonstrable commitment to nia’s feminist approach to supporting women and their children to be safer and well.
CV’s will not be accepted.
Closing date: 10am, 10th July 2024
Interview dates: 18th July 2024, 22nd July 2024, 25th July 2024
The posts are subject to an enhanced vetting and barring check and open to women only. Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR), Schedule 9 (Work; Exceptions), Part 1 (Occupational Requirements), of the Equality Act (2010) applies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Prospectus is delighted to be working with Elrha to support the recruitment of a temporary Executive Personal Assistant to provide comprehensive and confidential administration support to the Director of Impact and Engagement, as well as her direct reports (Heads of Teams) when required. This post is offered as a remote (or hybrid, should you prefer) full-time temporary contract with a length of approximately 3 months.
Elrha is a global organisation which finds solutions to complex humanitarian problems through research and innovation. They are an established actor in the humanitarian community, working in partnership with humanitarian organisations, researchers, innovators, and the private sector to tackle some of the most difficult challenges facing people all over the world.
The post holder will develop and maintain good relationships with members of the Board, Leadership Group, managers, and external stakeholders. You will manage the Director’s and Heads of Team’s Outlook calendars effectively and proactively, anticipating and scheduling regular events, meetings, and appointments in their diary, as well as maintaining inboxes ensuring urgent emails are prioritised. You will assist the team with a range of projects focused on the delivery of Elrha’s programmes and organisational development work, communicating progress updates and ensuring work stays on track, resolving issues and escalating any budget or risk concerns to the Director. You will also coordinate procurement and contract management processes with our client’s procurement teams, ensuring compliance with all processes.
We are looking for an experienced and dependable Executive Assistant/ Personal Assistant who is confident with bags of initiative, discrete and has good judgement. To be successful, you need to have experience of working within a senior team, including providing administrative support, diary and inbox management. You will have experience in coordinating procurement and contracting processes and a flow for project management. You will have excellent attention to detail, strong communication and organisation skills, and a proactive attitude, able to work independently.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
In order to apply, please submit your up-to-date CV. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a phone call to brief you on the role.
A leading foundation dedicated to inspiring and motivating young people across London and Essex through exciting projects and programmes is seeking a Partnerships Officer to join their team in London or Kent.
The Role
This dynamic 12-month fixed-term contract (FTC) involves working closely with the Partnerships Manager to provide crucial administrative and logistical support. The Partnerships Officer will also manage relationships and programme support for grantees and partner organisations. Key responsibilities include arranging events, offering grant-making support, handling stakeholder enquiries, maintaining established relationships, and ensuring the smooth operation of programmes.
The Partnerships Officer will oversee a portfolio of partnership grants, support the delivery of annual internship grants, and manage intern development programmes. They will maintain positive and supportive relationships with grant partners and serve as the primary contact for interns and their host organisations.
The Person
The ideal candidate will be an efficient and highly organised team player with exceptional programme/project management skills, grant-making experience, and strong communication and relationship management abilities. A passion for the foundation's mission is essential.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record of developing and maintaining long-term relationships and, ideally, experience with grant-making and funded programmes in settings focused on youth or community development. An understanding of creating positive change and inspiring outcomes is crucial.
If this description resonates with you, we encourage you to submit your CV in Word format as soon as possible. Suitable candidates will be provided with further details about the role.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we. are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application
Part of our Programmes and Delivery Directorate, all our Programme Trainers love working with our programme participants. They are the front line of our work, delivering a range of dynamic and engaging financial education programmes to young people, young adults and professionals in a variety of settings.
This is an outward facing role and will require significant travel to our delivery locations across the area to deliver face to face (and occasional virtual sessions) to varying groups of learners.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Hackney Service Engagement Lead
Salary: £20,800 - £26,000 - hours dependant
Working Hours: 28 – 35 hours per week (12 month contract)
Location: Hackney Borough Based with some home working
Benefits: NCT membership with access to exclusive benefits, pension scheme, 30 days annual leave plus 8 bank and public holiday (pro rata).
About us at the NCT
A lot of people know NCT for our antenatal classes, and we want to continue to support as many parents and families as we can to access evidence-based information. But we are also much more than this. We are a charity that campaigns on the issues that matter to parents. We run breastfeeding and infant feeding support, provided by specialist counsellors. We run thousands of free community activities and events across the UK, led by our fantastic volunteers and peers. And we support women and families facing specific challenges, such as social isolation, feeding difficulties or poor mental health.
Our Hackney Parent Support project is commissioned by Hackney Council, to offer infant feeding support across the region in both community and hospital settings and parenting courses for families throughout the Hackney region. The support is delivered by staff and volunteer peer supporters.
We are seeking a capable Service Engagement Lead to manage, coordinate and support both the Infant feeding and Parenting course projects. This role is split between being out in the community and working from home, it will include regular travel across the Hackney region (expenses will be reimbursed).
About the Role
Working closely with the Hackney Parent Support team, you will be responsible for the service engagement and promotion of our community-based services across Hackney. Some of the key responsibilities of the role include:
· Line managing the paid peer supporters within the Hackney staff team.
· Coordinating and maintaining the active social media and Infant Feeding Services website.
· Advertising volunteering opportunities across varying platforms including social media
· Provide clear guidance and information to potential volunteers on the roles, responsibilities and training requirements.
· Having a good working knowledge and understanding of the local demographics in the Hackney area and ensuring all support groups are accessible and inclusive.
· Ensure that data collection and feedback is collected in a timely manner in an inclusive way.
· Coordinate and deliver the Equipment Hire Service across the Borough.
You must have good communication skills and be able to build relationships and create a rapport with a wide range of people easily. This is a large project and covers multiple locations so you must be able to confidently prioritise your own work, be highly organised and able to work independently.
Being able to make decisions and respond appropriately to our staff, peer supporters and parents and other external stakeholders is essential, alongside good IT skills– including Outlook, Word and Excel – and you must have good attention to detail.
It is essential for this post that you undertake the training to become an NCT Breastfeeding Peer Supporter. This requires breastfeeding experience of at least 3 months. The training can be undertaken within your working hours. There will also be training on the EPEC (Empowering Parents, Empowering Communities course) provided by South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust.
The role is 14 hours per week as is a job share, which will be predominantly Monday to Wednesday within the working day, however, will include occasional evening and weekends. This is a home-based role, however travel across Hackney will be required.
About you
· Can you work at pace and juggle a number of different priorities?
· Are you passionate about supporting families to reach their parenting goals and contribute to their positive wellbeing?
· Do you want to join an amazing Charity that supports parents across the UK?
· Would you like to be part of an amazing team of passionate staff?
If so, please read the job description attached and available on our website.
What we offer
We are taking positive action to increase diversity throughout our organisation, at all levels, and to nurture a culture of inclusion for all our people and the parents and families that we support.
We are committed to zero discrimination both internally and externally regardless of visible or invisible difference such as sex, sexual orientation, age, race, ethnicity, disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, religion or belief, gender identity, economic class, marital/civil partnership, family status including single parents, socio-economic background and pregnancy and maternity.We provide reasonable adjustments and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.
We welcome and actively encourage applications from all candidates including those from under-represented groups within NCT such as individuals from Black, Asian or minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQI+ people and people with a disability.
The welfare and safety of individuals is at the heart of everything that we do. NCT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Please apply for the role via our careers page .You can Also find further details and information on our website.
Closing date: 07/07/2024 - 11.59pm
Interviews: Week beginning 08/07/2024.
Interview format: Virtual video call – flexible around your working day. The interviews will be a mixture of open and competency-based questions, you do not need to prepare anything in advance.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.