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Business & Human Rights Resource Centre seeks a highly skilled and motivated Development Officer with a strong background in grant writing. The ideal candidate will have exceptional English language communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and a proven track record in supporting teams to secure funding for mission-driven organisations. The successful candidate will play a critical role in helping our organisation grow by crafting compelling donor communication (including reports and applications), identifying new funding opportunities from across the European private funding community, and building relationships internally and externally.

Reports to: Deputy Director/Director of Development   

Salary:  GBP 34,000 – 37,000, commensurate with experience and adjusted according to location (the range is aligned to London cost of living; if based in another location, the range will be adjusted accordingly)   

Closing date: 7 March 2025. Interviews and written exercise will be conducted in March, with the view of having the successful candidate in place in April or May (with flexibility). 

Location: UK or EU (UK or Germany preferred). We are a predominately remote organisation, with offices in London, Berlin, New York City and Colombia. Candidates with outstanding qualifications or experience and based in the US/Canada (ET only) will be considered.

Contract type: Full time (35 hours/week) 

Annual leave: 24 days/year   

Start: April or May, with some flexibility. 

About the organization   

Business & Human Rights Resource Centre works with diverse allies and partners to put human rights at the core of companies’ business models and end abuse; to support communities and workers in securing their rights and accountability for corporate abuse; and to encourage governments to create the right regulation and incentives to uphold human rights in business. We are a global organization rooted in five continental regions, comprised of a Global Team of 80. Global Team members work with a rich network of human rights advocates in ten languages, and place strong emphasis on our alliances with grassroots organisations facing often profound inequalities of power in protecting their rights. The efforts inform our ability to influence responsible business, investors, and governments for transformative change.    

Our work covers the full range of human rights in business, with particular focus on four priority programmes: just energy transition and natural resources; accountable digital technologies; civic freedoms and human rights defenders; and workers’ rights in global supply chains. These are strengthened by cross cutting themes: corporate legal accountability and racial & gender justice.   

About the position   

This position is ideal for an experienced grant writer who is interested in being a member of our growing and dynamic Development Team (4.5 FTE) that raises about £5 million annually to support the Resource Centre’s work with partners and allies across the world. You will work closely with an experienced team of fundraising and MEAL specialists, based on five continents, to ensure the highest quality products for our private and public funder audiences (foundations, multilateral and government agencies, and individuals in all regions.) The successful candidate will also work with Global Team members to support efforts to grow our funding base from private foundations across Europe. 
   

Key Responsibilities   

WRITING

• Build strong working relationships with teams across the organisation to gather information and collaboratively shape donor materials, including but not limited to: Executive Director’s updates, letters of inquiry, case for support, formal applications, funding reports, individual appeals, and Annual Impact Report.
• Develop, edit, and submit high-quality written and digital applications that clearly articulate BHRRC's mission, vision and impact (and/or that of BHRRC’s specific priority programmes) to foundations, and relevant government agencies, building a compelling case for funders to support BHRRC. 
• Demonstrate appetite for learning BHRRC’s core advocacy objectives and approaches, and their evolution, in order to be able to contribute substantively to proposal development.
• Lead the generation of funding reports, in partnership with Development Team members and international and regional programme teams, to ensure funder requirements are met.
• Use our CRM database (Salesforce) to manage calendar for grant submissions, renewals, and reporting to ensure Development Team is on track and deadlines are met.
• Track and report on the success of funding applications, providing regular updates to the Senior Management Team. 

RESEARCH & FUNDRAISING 

• Research, identify, and evaluate new funding opportunities throughout the EU  and analyse funding requirements, eligibility, and fit with BHRRC’s mission and strategic goals. Present recommendations for approaching strong prospects to the Senior Management Team. 
• Maintain a comprehensive database of European funding prospects/opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Deputy Director/Director of Development and the Europe Development Manager to design and implement a strategic fundraising plan for the EU, focused on expanding institutional support for BHRRC.
• Build and maintain relationships with select EU funders, ensuring proper stewardship and communication.
• Monitor trends in European philanthropy that may influence BHRRC’s approach to institutional fundraising, and keep informed of emerging opportunities. 

ORGANISATIONAL

• Work with Development and Communications Teams to ensure all organisational documents used for fundraising are updated. Suggest and create new materials.
• Assist in developing and maintaining a shared system of information management for programmes and organisational data used in funding reports.
• Participate in the development of BHRRC’s fundraising strategies, and organisational policies and guidelines related to fundraising.
• Pursue ongoing professional development through a collaborative goal-setting process, which provides opportunities for both reflection and forward planning. 

Essential skills and experience   

• 3+ years of foundation/government fundraising experience, with an emphasis on grant writing.
• Exceptional writing skills and demonstrated ability to develop original proposals, reports, and other donor correspondence. Strong ability to express ideas clearly both in written and oral communications.
• Able to work efficiently and methodically to support achievement of deliverables; strong prioritization skills; self-motivated and organised; and comfortable working independently within agreed framework while maintaining communication with a global team in different time zones and geographies.
• Experience collaborating with culturally diverse teams with the ability to effectively lead and manage projects as well as harness team creativity.
• Strong research skills, with the ability to identify appropriate grant sources.
• Highly-developed project management skills and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks as needed based on deadlines and workflow.
• The ability to grasp, analyse, summarise, and present complex information coherently to external audiences is required.
• Experience thinking critically about impact is required. 
• Strong commitment to human rights, and to the mission and values of the Resource Centre. An understanding of business and human rights issues in a global context is a plus.
• Proficiency using Office 365 (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint).  Familiarity with fundraising software or CRM tools.
• Bachelor’s Degree

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Stationary works station: The employee must be able to remain in a stationary sitting position for up to 7 hours a day with appropriate breaks.
• Manual dexterity: The role requires the frequent use of hands for typing, writing, and handling office equipment.
• Remote working: Ability to manage remote work independently, demonstrating self-motivation and effective prioritization skills.
• Visual acuity: The employee must have the visual ability to perform extensive computer work for long periods, including reading and analysing data on a computer screen.
• Communication: The role requires the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal forms. 

The Business & Human Rights Resource Centre is a diverse, global team. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We acknowledge that people from certain backgrounds are under-represented in this area of work and seek to directly address that through our hiring practices. We particularly encourage applications from women, BAME applicants, people with disabilities, and people who identify as LGBTQI+ or Indigenous.

Recruitment process: Interviews and written exercise will be conducted in the last week of March, with the view of having the successful candidate in place in April or May (with flexibility). More details: 

The first interview will be conducted virtually via MS teams and includes one hour for the interview and one hour for a short written exercise. If you are selected for a second-round interview you will also be asked to provide a professional writing sample. Depending on your location, the second interview may be conducted in person. We will ask if we may consult your references after the second interview.

Summary

• 1,200 rental properties located throughout England
• Community Living (sheltered housing type accommodation with additional facilities) homes in 7 schemes across England
• Relationships with other housing providers

• A Basic DBS check will be required as part of the onboarding check.
• You will need to have an appropriate professional qualification (e.g. RICS/CIOB/IET/IMechE or similar) or construction-related qualification (e.g. HND in construction, or degree) with relevant construction-related experience.
• You will also need to have a valid UK driving license.
• Our properties are located throughout England, with a few in Wales. You will be required to visit residents in their homes and supervising the works of contractors and consultants will require meetings on site. This means you will need to work flexibly and on occasion, may require overnight stays away from home. Our main office is in central London and you will need to attend the office for in-person meetings, training courses and other events on an at least monthly basis.  

• A salary of £68,999 per annum plus age-related pension contributions between 8-15% of salary. We will also match any pension contributions you make up to an additional 3% of your salary.
• Your Benefits
  • 30 days annual leave plus eight bank holidays three additional days (pro-rated if working part-time).
  • We welcome all flexible working arrangement requests. This is looked at in a case-by-case scenario and if this fits within the department's needs. We try to be as flexible as we can in your work pattern to support you with other commitments, and to give a good work-life balance.
  • We offer many services and initiatives under our Family Friendly Programme, some of these include enhanced Maternity Leave initiative, Adoption leave, Paternity Leave, & Shared Parental Leave. Structured induction programme and access to a range of development opportunities including apprenticeships.
  • Automatic enrolment and access to Medicash (one of the UK's leading health cash plan providers), providing you with many services including reimbursements of routine dental treatment, optical, specialist consultations, and therapy treatments. Unlimited access to virtual GP & Private prescription service and health & Stress related helplines.
  • Access to Occupational Health, and an Employee Assistance Programme 
  • Access to the Department of Education Restaurant and Westminster Abbey with a plus-one guest.
  • Apply for eligibility for an Eyecare voucher.
  • Opportunity to join the Civil Service Sports & Social Club, and get involved in a range of staff networks, groups and societies
  • We try to be as flexible as we can in your work pattern to support you with other commitments, and to give a good work-life balance.

• Strive for Excellence
• Show Compassion
• Respect others
• Collaborate
• Act with Integrity
• We believe our commitment to belonging and inclusion fuels our progress and drives us forward. The NCIs are a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and walks of life. We welcome applications from people of all faiths and of no faith. We want to encourage applications from a diverse group of people who share our values. Even if you have never thought about working for us before, if you have the skills and experience we're looking for then we would like to hear from you.
  Please note: You must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for the role.

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.

The role

A key role in our Research team, the Research Projects Manager will be responsible for developing and managing our research projects and grants programme, in alignment with our new research strategy. As part of this, you will manage our genomics programme of research, which includes an exciting multi-stakeholder, international project, designed to understand barriers and opportunities to use of whole genome sequencing in low- and middle-income countries.

This role reports to the Director of Research.

Responsibilities

Research project management

• Manage our internally driven research projects including scoping, planning, designing, budgeting and reporting on activity to internal and external stakeholders.
• Liaise with research partners and funders on research project development and activity.
• Connect research projects to colleagues working on related activities in Insights and Policy, and Communications and Engagement.
• Brief Fundraising teams on research projects and progress.

Research grants

• Project Manage the launch of grants rounds and co-ordination of peer review procedures, in alignment with the UK Association of Medical Research Charities (AMRC) requirements.
• Lead on the development and maintenance of all application, peer review and grant management procedures.
• Project Manage administering post award processing, monitoring, reporting and governance of successful grant applications.

Research collaboration

• Support the Director of Research to identify and respond to relevant meningitis research consultations in the UK and internationally.
• Work with Director of Research to identify, monitor and respond to developments in the UK and international research funding environment and help draft grant applications.
• Collaborate with Health Insights and Policy colleagues, to enable research to inform MRF’s policy positions.

Research strategy

• In collaboration with the Head of Research, support implementation of our research strategy.

Build an approach to strengthen involvement of those with lived experience in research

• Identify and develop opportunities for those with lived experience with MRF funded and externally funded research
• Work with the Director of Research to develop a Patient and Public Involvement strategy.

Qualifications & Experience

• A degree in relevant biomedical science or equivalent.
• Previous experience of performing peer review and grant management, ideally in line with Association of Medical Research Charity (AMRC) requirements.
• Strong knowledge of UK research funding environment.
• Demonstrable management skills or a professional project management qualification.
• Project Budget management experience.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritise competing demands

Key competencies

Leadership behaviours

• Strategy: Aligns team goals with organizational strategy.
• Leadership: Motivates and leads team members.
• Management: Manages day-to-day operations and projects.
• Finances: Monitors and manages team budget expenditure.
• Supervision: Supervises senior executives and executives.
• Team contribution: Promotes team engagement and productivity
• Communicating progress: Reports team progress to senior manager or Director.

Values

• Evidence-led: Uses evidence to inform team activities.
• Integrity: Practices honesty and ethical behaviour.
• Determination: Committed to achieving team goals.
• Passionate Advocate: Advocates for the Foundation’s vision and mission.
• Collaboration: Encourages team collaboration and support.
• Compassion: Ensures a supportive environment for patients and team members.

What we offer you

• £35,000 to £39,999 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience,
• 2% employee pension contribution + 6% employer pension contribution.
• Flexible working arrangements between work and home. Fully remote working also available.
• 25 days holiday

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV with a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and interest in the position. CV’s sent through without a covering letter will not be considered.

Applications should be sent to Kate Gill by 5pm on Friday 21st  February 2025.

Candidates wishing to have an informal exploratory conversation before applying can also contact Kate to set up a call with Vinny Smith.

Equal Opportunities

Applications are particularly encouraged from candidates that may previously have, or feel like they have, experienced being excluded from generally advertised roles due to their gender, ethnicity, disability status or sexual orientation.

Safeguarding

Meningitis Research Foundation is committed to safeguarding, and any advertised role will require references, confirmation of your identity and your right to work in the UK. Following receipt of satisfactory references, the successful candidate will be able to start work soon after receiving their offer of employment.

About the position

The Responsible Supply Chains (formerly Corporate Accountability) portfolio is one of four key pillars of the Freedom Fund’s new 2025-2030 organisational strategy. This is an exciting area of work covering strategic litigation, transnational investigations and campaigns, innovation for ethical supply chains, and field-building initiatives. Current geographic priorities include combatting forced labour linked to the deforestation of the Brazilian Amazon and the seafood industry in the Asia Pacific, as well as building the ecosystem of frontline organisations working to promote responsible supply chains in five south-east Asian countries. The Senior Program Manager, Responsible Supply Chains, will be responsible for the strategic development and oversight of the portfolio. They will have overall responsibility for all aspects of program development, planning, budgeting, grant-making, monitoring and reporting, and will line-manage a Program Manager (and have access to additional support from a Program Officer) to implement program grants and other activities. The Senior Program Manager will act as a high-level representative for the Freedom Fund in forums and with stakeholders related to Responsible Supply Chains work, and will actively seek out opportunities to grow the profile of the Freedom Fund and its work in these areas. They will also seek to actively build and nurture relationships with new and existing donors, and work with the Partnerships Team to grow the budget for Responsible Supply Chains programs.

Responsibilities 

• Lead the strategic development of Responsible Supply Chains programs, and oversee their implementation by team members and consultants (where relevant) 

• Act as the overall budget holder for the Responsible Supply Chains portfolio, responsible for budget development and management (while delegating specific budget authority to team members as appropriate).

• Act as the high-level representative for the Responsible Supply Chains portfolio, raising the profile of programs and activities both internally at the Freedom Fund and externally in engagements with interested stakeholders and potential funders.

• Grow the Freedom Fund’s thought leadership in the field of Responsible Supply Chains, identifying where the Freedom Fund can best add knowledge and value, support networks and build the field.

• Ensure and assess program effectiveness, monitoring and evaluating success against program goals.

• Work with the Partnerships Team to grow the budget for Responsible Supply Chains, including developing new donor relationships and funding mechanisms.

• Work with the Communications Team to build a Communications strategy and outputs showcasing the work of the Responsible Supply Chains programs as appropriate.

• Line manages the Responsible Supply Chains Program Manager and ensure a high functioning team.

• Identify connections and modes of collaboration with other Freedom Fund programs and staff.

• Contribute to other activities at the Freedom Fund as required.

Qualifications and experience

Essential

• Demonstrated knowledge of business and human rights principles and the landscape of relevant organisations and funders operating in this area

• At least 7 years of project/program management in an international context

• Experience managing program finances of over $500,000

• Experience building and managing relationships with a range of partners, donors and key stakeholders

• Experience working with frontline organisations in the Global South

• Experience managing staff and consultants

• Experience making or managing grants 

• Knowledge of M&E principles and experience in monitoring and reporting on program activities

• Experience in public speaking and presenting to key stakeholders

Desirable

• Advanced degree 

• Knowledge of the global anti-trafficking and anti-slavery landscape

• Experience in the anti-slavery sector and in countries with a high incidence of slavery

• Knowledge of languages other than English

Personal attributes

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication

• Excellent relationship building skills with a range of stakeholders

• Strong project management skills

• Strategic thinker with ability to bring structure in the development of new concepts

• Creative and visionary

• Flexible, “can-do” attitude

• Ability to work independently, displaying strong initiative in solving day-to-day problems with limited direction

• Ability to build relationships with a wide range of individuals from diverse backgrounds

• Ability to travel internationally

Compensation

London

• £60,478 - £66,844 per annum  (negotiable for the ideal candidate)

• 10% non-contributory pension scheme.

• 25 days holiday pro rata, plus public holidays.

• Season ticket loan and cycle scheme available.

New York

• $103,550 - $114,450 (negotiable for the ideal candidate)

• 5% employer sponsored 401k contribution (non-matched).

• 25 days vacation per annum, plus 8 national holidays.

• Generous health benefits package with full coverage of monthly premiums for medical, dental and vision.

• Additional cover is provided for spouses and dependants.

• Generous parental leave allowance and pay.

Job Description ​​and Person Specification

Job title: Commercial Officer

Reporting to: Senior Commercial Manager

Location: Field based, with regular visits to the office and our food partner locations.

Contract type: Permanent  

Hours per week: 35 hours Full Time

Salary & Grade: £30,287 - £31,881

Our Vision: A UK where “No good food goes to waste”. 

We are UK’s national network of charitable food redistributors, made up of 18 independent organisations. Together, we take good quality surplus food from right across the food industry and get it to approximately 8,500 frontline charities and community groups.  Every week we provide enough food to create almost a million meals for vulnerable people.

There has never been a more exciting time to join an organisation at the heart of public consciousness. For more information visit our website.

FareShare is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities and as a Disability Confident Employer, we provide reasonable adjustments.

We aim to recruit from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company [EB1] stronger. If you share our values and our commitment to redistributing surplus food, come and join us. 

The role 

Main areas of responsibility

The Commercial Officer will support the development, identification, and management of relationships with key Fresh Produce industry partners, securing sustainable sources of surplus food for the FareShare network. You will support the Commercial Manager’s and other internal teams to execute joint business plans, deliver strategic projects, and support our partners to overcome barriers to redistributing surplus food.

This role will involve working with partners to ensure consistent delivery of agreed initiatives and develop solutions that add value for both FareShare and its partners. You will also play a key role in ensuring regular communication and reporting to drive progress and maintain strong relationships.

You will work closely with FareShare colleagues within FareShare and across the UK in our partner organisations in order to provide the best service to our food partners, our network, and the charities we deliver to.

Partnership Support

• With support from Commercial Manager’s, undertake research to identify potential new partners in the Fresh Produce Industry and manage relationships with new and current partners.
• Assist in developing and maintaining Joint Business Plans with Fresh Produce industry partners to drive growth in surplus food redistribution, funding, and strategic initiatives.
• Maintain regular communication with food partners, including on-site visits, to ensure alignment and progress against agreed objectives.
• Research and understand our partners, including key ESG initiatives, waste streams, key personnel within the organisation that will help drive its success and engage the relevant internal departments through both desked based research and face to face contact.
• Create and deliver engaging presentations for the acquisition and retention of food partners, effectively presenting the benefits of working with FareShare.
• Use our food data and other stats to identify trends to food partner supply and to effectively manage food partners, identifying appropriate milestones and opportunities to prompt lapsed or infrequent partners.
• Collaborate with Operations, Marketing, Fundraising, and Volunteering teams to optimise supplier onboarding, food distribution, and partner communications.
• Support with the administration of the Surplus with Purpose Fund.

Project Support

• Support on projects with our partners, liaising with cross-functional teams such as, Supply Chain, Operations, and Network Development to deliver objectives.
• Support the delivery of internal cross-functional projects designed to increase food volumes and strategic value for FareShare.

Person Specification 

 Essential Criteria 

• Experience of working in or alongside the food industry in account management or customer facing role
• Strong relationship skills, building and maintaining relationships across a range of levels and with both internal and external stakeholders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; experience in presenting confidently to a range of stakeholders at varying levels
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise multiple tasks whilst maintaining attention to detail
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Offices packages and a good level of numeracy and literacy. 

Desirable Criteria 

• Experience of managing accounts in the FMCG, food, retail or other fast moving customer service orientated sector
• Track record of using selling and negotiation skills with professionalism and integrity to achieve desired outcomes & targets.
• Management of initiatives and projects such as new product launches, operational initiatives, promotional activity or similar
• Experience of analysing and communicating data.
• Knowledge of, or experience in, the Fresh Produce industry
• Knowledge of and interest in Sustainable Development, Corporate Social Responsibility and experience of its application within the business environment.

Competencies and behaviours 

• Demonstrable interest in, and understanding of food waste and surplus redistribution
• Motivation towards, and interest in, FareShare’s mission
• Problem solving ability, able to think laterally and creatively
• Highly motivated, comfortable working independently and using initiative as well as being an enthusiastic team player contributing to group tasks and team working

Benefits

• Hybrid / Flexible working, with regular UK travel
• 28 days’ annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• Employers pension contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Interest free bicycle purchase loan scheme
• Season ticket loan

The role: Are you passionate about tackling labour exploitation and supporting a resilient and ethical UK apparel and general merchandise manufacturing sector? Are you an experienced programme manager able to engage and drive impact with a diverse range of stakeholders, including leading brands, manufacturers, governmental and third sector to achieve impact at a pivotal point in the programme’s evolution?

Then this could be the position for you.

We are looking for an experienced Programme Manager with sector specific expertise to manage our Fast Forward collaborative programme in the UK apparel and general merchandise sectors at a key moment of change and development.

In this varied role you will be responsible for the day to day running of the programme, provide developmental strategic input and support the programme’s evolution, as well as ensuring the programme maintains its integrity.

You will manage relationships with all key stakeholders in the programme including brands, suppliers, audit bodies and external stakeholders. You’ll work on the development of the programme responding to emerging risks of exploitation, industry changes and demand. You’ll also lead the integrity and quality assurance of the programme.

You’ll deliver, enhance and promote brand and supplier engagement including training workshops, webinars and forums. You’ll work with the Co-CEOs to ensure the programme delivers on target, on-time, on-budget, in line with the agreements and organisational objectives and guidelines.

You will work from home and will join a friendly, supportive, and committed global team, and contribute towards creating systemic change.

Who you are:

• An experienced project manager with an in-depth understanding of the UK apparel and general merchandise sectors and experience managing relations with a variety of stakeholders
• A professional who has worked with or within the UK apparel/general merchandise sector on responsible business behaviour and with a good knowledge/understanding of ethical labour practices
• A great organiser, with the ability to set and meet demanding targets and deadlines, and to hold others accountable to those
• An excellent trainer, with experience of preparing and delivering training to businesses
• Someone with an interest in being involved in operations as well as strategic thinking
• An excellent communicator, with experience of developing and building new successful working relationships with a range of stakeholders, as well as confidence in representing the programme professionally at a variety of events
• Someone with experience of measuring and demonstrating impact
• A motivated and enthusiastic worker, able to work independently and with remote colleagues/stakeholders, delivering day-to-day workload with minimal supervision
• Someone with a good eye for detail, whilst retaining sight of the bigger picture
• An individual with permission to work in the UK.

The role is varied with opportunity to support strategy development. You will work remotely, but in close cooperation with a Programme Coordinator, the Co-CEOs and the rest of our team.

Who we are:

We are an impact driven, not for profit organisation that provides businesses with practical training, resources, business services and collaborative programmes. We work across three continents and within multiple sectors with many organisations to achieve our wider vision of a world where all workers are recruited responsibly and have fair work, free from exploitation.

What we can offer you:

• An 0.4 FTE contract until 31st December 2025Competitive salary (salary band £39,861-51,248 gross annually for full-time, pro rata if part-time) and enhanced employee benefits
• Being part of a growing, innovative, and exciting not for profit organisation
• A friendly global team which is passionate about and committed to fair work, responsible recruitment and systemic change
• Flexible and family-friendly working arrangements
• UK-home-based, with regular in person and online meetings and social team gatherings.

How to apply:

Please send us your CV and motivation letter (max. 2 pages of A4) outlining the skills and experience you have that meet the requirements of this role as outlined in the Job Description.

Timeline

• Application deadline: noon – Thursday 13th February
• Shortlisting: W/c 10th February
• First interviews: W/c 24th February

Job title: Head of Influencing

Salary: £63,389 per annum

Location: London, E1 / hybrid

Contract/Hours: Full time (35 hours per week)

Fairtrade Foundation are recruiting for a  Head of Influencing to join our Communications and Advocacy Directorate and play a key role in advancing our mission to make trade fairer.

The Head of Influencing will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of the Fairtrade Foundation (FTF)’s overall influencing strategy, working with colleagues across the organisation to set out clear policy goals, identify effective levers for change and ensuring our influencing strategy is built on the realities and views of farmers and workers, robust policy insights and evidence.

You’ll need to be an expert in influencing Government policy,  political stakeholders and businesses, with experience in policy and public affairs roles focused on business supply chains or regulation, trade policy, food and agriculture or sustainable development.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a crucial area of the Fairtrade Foundation’s work, and to lead the Influencing Team at the Foundation.

This individual will work closely with key stakeholders across the Communications and Advocacy Directorate, Campaigns, Marketing, Partnerships and Strategy and Planning teams, and the wider organisation to achieve influence and impact for producers and workers around the world.

We are looking for individuals who are strategic, fast thinkers, passionate about social justice, sustainability and the Fairtrade mission.

Fairtrade changes the way trade works through better prices, decent working conditions and a fairer deal for farmers and workers around the world. Globally, across all Fairtrade members, we share a vision of a world in which all farmers and workers can enjoy secure and sustainable livelihoods, fulfil their potential and decide on their future. To achieve this we connect disadvantaged farmers and workers with consumers, promote fairer trading conditions, and empower farmers and workers to combat poverty, strengthen their position and take more control of their lives.

Fairtrade is a global movement with a strong and active presence in the UK, represented by the Fairtrade Foundation. Farmers and workers have a strong voice at every level of Fairtrade, from how they invest in and run their local organisations to having an equal say in Fairtrade’s global decision-making.

We are seeking passionate and enthusiastic candidates who share our vision for a better world, if that sounds like you, then come and join our movement for change.

The Fairtrade Foundation is an equal opportunities employer, offers flexible working and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates with ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQ+ candidates and from candidates with disabilities, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to greater results for producers and farmers around the world.

Closing date: Tuesday 11th February at 5pm

First round interviews will take place week of 17th February, with second round interviews taking place week of 24th February.

Contract: Permanent

This is an exciting opportunity to join a small team of surveyors, using your skills and experience to drive asset performance and management.

Job Title: Stock Condition Surveyor
Area of operation: Resident Services
Salary: £44,736
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: 12-month fixed term contract
Responsible to: Resident Services Director
Pension entitlement: Company Stakeholder Scheme
Annual leave entitlement: 30 days per annum
Place of work: Flexible with requirements for occasional travel to English Rural’s office in Surrey and regular site visits across all English Rural homes (Hybrid Contract)
Essential Car User Allowance: This role is eligible for English Rural’s essential car user scheme (£5,200 per annum)

About English Rural:

English Rural Housing Association is a leading national rural specialist working to provide affordable homes in small villages for local people. We own and manage around 1,500 affordable properties, spread amongst 150 villages, and have a development programme of around 200 more homes. We are looking to recruit a Stock Condition Surveyor, on a 12 month fixed term contract, to work across the South East and South West of England, covering stock condition surveying over all main areas of operation.

About the role:

Working under the leadership of the Resident Services Director and collaboratively with housing and repairs colleagues, the role will be expected to inform and deliver agreed business strategy. With a strong focus on data integration and management you will support in developing planned investment programmes and future delivery.

About you:

To succeed in this role, you will have a proven track record in building surveying and property diagnostics. You will need good communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to collaborate and work effectively within a fast-paced environment. Experience in asset management, technical surveying and delivering customer satisfaction are essential, as well as knowledge and experience as a Domestic Energy Assessor. The right candidate will have sufficient technical expertise, either from a formal qualification or direct experience.

If you feel excited by the challenges posed by this role, we’d love to hear from you.

Closing Date: 5pm on Monday 17th February 2025
Interview Date: Monday 24th February 2025

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.

English Rural Housing Association is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity in its workforce.

Please advise if there are any restrictions to your residency in the UK that might affect your right to take up employment in the UK.

No agencies please.

Lead Surveyor (Repairs & Maintenance)
Location: Birmingham & Surrounding Areas, B69 4PN
Salary: £65,528 per annum
Hours: 35 hours
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

The Role

Our In-House Maintenance Team has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced, chartered professional to join us as a Lead Surveyor, a key leader in our repairs and maintenance function. We’re seeking someone who is a passionate people leader that can develop and drive the performance of a team of Surveyors, ensuring a first-class service is being always being provided to our tenants.

You’ll lead on the delivery of a specialist and qualified surveying service that enables the effective management, diagnosis, delivery and detailed reporting of all special repairs to our portfolio of homes. Always with our tenants in mind, you’ll work with colleagues across our organisation to ensure a first-class responsive repairs service - always striving to continuously improve our service to ensure high customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities will include, but aren't limited to:

• Lead and develop a team of Disrepair and Damp & Mould Surveyors, providing expert guidance and support as required.
• Ensure a first-class and efficient surveying service, ensuring reports and specifications of work are detailed and accurate and completed with KPI’s.
• Analyse survey data to identify trends and recurring issues, using these insights to inform strategic plans and preventative measures across the organisation.
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to raise awareness and implement targeted initiatives that reduce the likelihood of these issues reoccurring.
• Manage third party surveying specialists.
• Provide expert survey and inspection advice to both the Property Investment and Repairs and Maintenance teams.
• Please note, as part of this role you may also be required to attend court as an expert witness.

Our ideal candidate?

Your CV and covering letter will highlight the following:

• You'll hold a chartered membership of RICS or CIOB and will ideally hold a relevant qualification in a surveying or building related discipline as well as HHSRS.
• An excellent understanding of CDM regulations, as well as previous experience undertaking surveys and producing detailed, expert reports.
• Experience of inspecting properties and a good understanding of defects falling under relevant legislation such as, but not limited to, Awaab’s Law, Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, the Environmental Protection Act 1990, and the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018.

Who are Midland Heart? Your We’re one team working together for our tenants; a large and ambitious housing organisation providing more people an affordable place to call home. We welcome people from every walk of life, at every stage of their career. We expect a lot from our people but in return you can be assured of a great place to work, where you will be well rewarded and where great people are able to succeed. Whether you want to build your career with us, or use your experience to move on, we’re here to develop your potential.

Please be advised that suitable applicants will be invited to participate in an assessment prior to the role closing date and we reserve the right to cease recruitment activity, should a suitable candidate be identified prior to the closing date.

Interested? Applying is easy – simply click the apply button. You will be directed to our candidate portal. There you can submit a comprehensive CV which clearly demonstrates why you’re the ideal candidate for the job. Please note, we are not able to consider applications if a covering letter is not uploaded as part of your application.

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. Please feel free to contact us if you would like to discuss any adjustments you might need in order to be successful in this role.

No agencies please.

Sussex Emmaus is a charity dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those who have previously experienced homelessness. We provide accommodation for up to 58 people (known as Companions), helping them out of homelessness and providing them with a place to feel safe and secure whilst supporting them to develop and thrive.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and dynamic Online and Retail Manager to motivate our team of Companions and volunteers. Reporting to the Business Manager, you will be a key member of the management team. Working in conjunction with the Business Manager and other Managers you will have passion and leadership skills to motivate a team of Companions and volunteers, working collaboratively to manage and delegate tasks in compliance with our Emmaus ethos, mission, strategic aims, organisational objectives and policies. Working alongside and instructing Emmaus Companions and volunteers sourcing, researching, listing, packing, pricing and merchandising stock and ensuring the optimum selling price for each donation. No two days are the same, and you'll find it rewarding helping others to thrive. If you can communicate confidently at all levels, with a desire to support the development of people with a variety of needs, and have a positive, motivational attitude, we would love to hear from you. You will be joining a friendly and enthusiastic team who are passionate about what they do.

Job Dimensions

·To lead, supervise and work alongside Companions who are allocated to the Emporium and Online sales teams, during the business operating hours.
·To lead, supervise and work alongside volunteers who are allocated to the Retail team during business operating hours.

Accountabilities
- People
- Retail Management
- Online Sales
- Safety, Health & Environment
- Other Duties & Special Requirements

Person Specification
Essential Skills
- Ability to inspire and motivate people to achieve their full potential
- Ability to recommend and implement ideas to increase income and upskill Companions
- Competent IT user including Microsoft Office Packages, internet and email
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Effective listening
- Ability to remain calm under extreme pressure
- A positive customer services attitude
- Able to supervise Companions and volunteers
- Able to work as a team member and team leader
- Ability to relate to and work with a variety of people
- Ability to prioritise workload, balancing competing demands
- Effective organization and time management
- Ability to delegate
 

Desirable

- Experience working with adults with complex needs
- Public speaking or engagements

Essential Experience
- Retail experience
- Team building, coaching, supervision
- Customer service
- Line management
- Cash/till system management
- Experience of complying with Health & Safety regulations
- E-Commerce
- Experience in Managing a team of 10 or more

Desirable

- Charity retail
- Retail and trading law
- Recycling or second-hand retail
- Stock management
- Working with volunteers
- Volunteering
- Health and Safety: fire safety, manual handling, first aid, security
- Homelessness issues

For more details and to apply, please download an application pack from our website and submit your CV and a one page statement explaining how you meet the person specification. Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Please note applicants have to have the right to work in the UK.

Sussex Emmaus offers:
- Salary of £26,203 working days over Tuesday to Saturday 8.45- 5pm
- Annual Leave – 25 days per annum, plus 8 bank holidays
- Pension – 5% employer contribution
- Training & Development – Individually tailored induction, training and development
- Employee Assistance – A 24/7 employee assistance scheme is available
- 6 months probationary period

Your new companyA great opportunity has arisen for a leading housing association based in Central London. This is a permanent opportunity as a Finance Systems Analyst within a medium-sized systems team.
Your new roleAs a Finance Systems Analyst, you will be the first point of contact for issue resolution and queries connected with all finance IT systems. You will resolve issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams to escalate and document more complex cases, contributing to overall team success. Your responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring stakeholder change requests are properly actioned, adhering to the chart of account design framework.
• Acting as the system custodian, ensuring the completeness and integrity of the finance IT system.
• Assisting in the development of finance systems controls to ensure they are robust and efficient.
• Maintaining, creating, or updating the approval chains/workflow within the D365 purchase order system, ensuring that approvers are set up in line with financial regulations.
• Updating procedure manuals for all finance systems and supporting the training of staff on all finance systems, including new configurations of existing systems.
• Proactively helping users utilise system functionality.
• Documenting and tracking user queries and resolutions for future reference, helping to maintain a knowledge base for the team.

What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will need:

• Demonstrable experience of working with a finance IT system; specifically, a D365 accounting system, as well as P2P systems experience.
• Hold or studying for a CCAB recognised accounting qualification with supporting CPD.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve routine issues efficiently.
• Excellent collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail to ensure stakeholder change requests adhere to the chart of account design framework.
• Experience of maintaining the integrity of finance IT systems and developing robust controls.
• Proficiency in managing approval chains/workflows within the D365 purchase order system.
• Ability to update procedure manuals and train staff on finance systems.
• Strong documentation skills to track user queries and maintain a knowledge base.

What you'll get in return

• Contributory pension scheme - up to 10.8%.
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure.
• Cycle 2 work
• Healthcare cash plan scheme.
• Interest-free season ticket loan.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• + more.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Your new company
A great opportunity has arisen for a leading housing association based in Central London. This is a permanent opportunity as a Finance Systems Analyst within a medium-sized systems team.
Your new role
As a Finance Systems Analyst, you will be the first point of contact for issue resolution and queries connected with all finance IT systems. You will resolve issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams to escalate and document more complex cases, contributing to overall team success. Your responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring stakeholder change requests are properly actioned, adhering to the chart of account design framework.
• Acting as the system custodian, ensuring the completeness and integrity of the finance IT system.
• Assisting in the development of finance systems controls to ensure they are robust and efficient.
• Maintaining, creating, or updating the approval chains/workflow within the D365 purchase order system, ensuring that approvers are set up in line with financial regulations.
• Updating procedure manuals for all finance systems and supporting the training of staff on all finance systems, including new configurations of existing systems.
• Proactively helping users utilise system functionality.
• Documenting and tracking user queries and resolutions for future reference, helping to maintain a knowledge base for the team.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Demonstrable experience of working with a finance IT system; specifically, a D365 accounting system, as well as P2P systems experience.
• Hold or studying for a CCAB recognised accounting qualification with supporting CPD.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve routine issues efficiently.
• Excellent collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail to ensure stakeholder change requests adhere to the chart of account design framework.
• Experience of maintaining the integrity of finance IT systems and developing robust controls.
• Proficiency in managing approval chains/workflows within the D365 purchase order system.
• Ability to update procedure manuals and train staff on finance systems.
• Strong documentation skills to track user queries and maintain a knowledge base.

What you'll get in return

• Contributory pension scheme - up to 10.8%.
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure.
• Cycle2work
• Healthcare cash plan scheme.
• Interest-free season ticket loan.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• + more.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Battersea’s Finance and Corporate Resources directorate is responsible for leading, developing, managing, and supporting the financial, technological, infrastructure and compliance services across Battersea.

We are looking for someone to join our team as a Procurement Specialist, to support the Contract and Procurement Manager in providing procurement expertise and guidance as well as contract management support for a wide range of specialist areas, including facilities, marketing and digital services, helping to promote the procurement strategy, policy and function across Battersea. As a key point of contact for internal stakeholders you will explore opportunities to aggregate purchasing power, reduce risk, and to ensure Battersea gets value for money.

The ideal candidate will have experience of working in a procurement environment, thorough knowledge of contracts and sourcing processes, and experience of delivering high quality work with minimum supervision.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.

We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. 

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 26th February 2025
Interview date(s): w/c 3rd March 2025

To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.