Support Officer Jobs

Are you looking for a role where you can use your fundraising skills to make a real difference to the lives of those affected by a Brain Tumour every day? If you are excited by the thought of planning and implementing the charities first individual giving programme then this is your role.
 

We are looking for someone who thrives on connecting supporters with our cause, who can develop strong case for support and can deliver outstanding stewardship to ensure long term support. You will have autonomy within your role to create a robust and effective individual giving programme you can be proud of.

Brain Tumour Support has an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a part-time Senior Fundraiser, working 21 hours a week. You will be responsible for income generation from individual giving, alongside the line management of the Corporate and Community Officer and Fundraising Administrator. You will work alongside our Head of Fundraising and Operations to ensure the effective delivery of the fundraising strategy to meet ambitious income targets.

We are open to hearing from experienced fundraisers and those who want to take the next step in their career. If you would like an informal chat about the role please call Emma or Sarah on our office number.

We will consider applications for the role based at our office in Thornbury near Bristol, with the opportunity for hybrid working by agreement to include home working.

Sound like you? Apply below.

Why Work For Us:

Benefits of working at Brain Tumour Support include: personal pension scheme with Employer contribution, 25 days (plus bank holidays) holiday entitlement, enhanced sick pay scheme, family friendly policies, training and development opportunities and a chance to make a real difference.

Closing Date: Midday Tuesday 24th September (or earlier, should sufficient applications be received)
Interview Date: Monday 30th September.
 

We are looking for a Direct Marketing Officer to join our growing Individual Giving team at Samaritans. This role will assist in the creation, management and implementation of key campaigns and projects to recruit and retain supporters maximising loyalty and lifetime value.

A valued member of the team – you’ll also contribute to direct marketing projects while supporting larger, strategic initiatives led by the 3 x Senior Direct Marketing Officers in the team.

This is a brilliant time to join the IG team at Samaritans as we continue to drive forwards our ambitious plans to enable us to be there for all those who need us. ​We’re progressing some exciting new projects, and you’ll have the opportunity to develop a variety of skills and knowledge.

We are a supportive, creative, and ambitious team. We empower each other to achieve great things, and we’d love to have you join Samaritans and help us continue to succeed.​

• Permanent role
• Full time (35 hours per week)
• £33,000 to £35,000 per annum
• Hybrid working – linked to Ewell (Surrey) office, with home and office working
• In-office working - at present, the team meet in the office 1-2 times per month
• We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences

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Key Responsibilities​

• Project management of direct marketing integrated campaigns across online and offline channels from project initiation, through segmentation, data/media specification, creative approach, production, fulfilment to results analysis, ensuring income and expenditure targets are met.

• Ongoing management and review of external suppliers and marketing agencies to ensure activity takes place on schedule and within budget.

• Strategic planning and donor development. Close involvement in developing long term direct marketing strategies for priority audiences.

• Integration of Fundraising and External Affairs’ activities and objectives

• Ensures all activity is run in line with best practice and compliance.
   
• Works with the Senior Direct Marketing Officers and Head of Individual Giving to develop and deliver the individual giving strategy for priority audiences.
   
• Undertake database analysis, to inform and improve the direct marketing programme.​

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The Person​

You’ll have some previous experience of direct marketing campaign management across a range of channels. You’ll be able to effectively manage multiple projects and campaigns. Engaging and passionate about our cause, you’ll be a team player with excellent communication and personable skills.

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Full Job Description here​

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What’s in it for you – our benefits​

So, you want to work for us? Good choice. We like it here too. We offer competitive salaries, flexible and hybrid working to suit your needs, family-friendly policies, 28 days annual leave inclusive of wellbeing days and a matched pension contribution up to 5%. You’ll have a structured induction and ongoing projects, secondments & learning opportunities. We also have colleague-led affinity groups made up of people with shared identities.

Your health and wellbeing is our priority. We have a staff community of Mental Health First Aiders, a Health Cash Plan and an Employee Assistance Programme. You’ll have free subscriptions to Headspace (your personal guide to mindfulness, sleep, focus, movement, and more) & Perkbox (an employee benefits platform with online exercise classes). That’s not all. We listen to your ideas and have staff forum and social committee networks.

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Hybrid and flexible working:

We are a flexible organisation, and we embrace hybrid working – a mix of connecting in person and remotely. We’re aware that the world is changing, and we all want and need different things from our work and home lives. So, if you need to walk the dog, go to the gym, or have commitments outside of work, we’re open to talking through flexible working options that work for you and us.

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Being Inclusive:

We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from Disabled, BAME and LGBTQIA+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans.

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Application:

​If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply. You’ll be asked to upload your CV and answer some short application questions on your motivations for applying. If you’re interested in applying or would just like to find out more, then we'd love to hear from you. This role will close for applications at midnight on 15th September, with video interviews scheduled to take place in the week of 23rd September.

Prospectus is excited to be working with the international animal welfare organisation, The Brooke, to help them recruit for a Senior Acquisition and Welcome Officer. Since it was founded in 1934, the Brooke has helped to relieve the suffering of millions of working horses, donkeys and mules and improved the livelihoods of the countless people who depend upon them. Dedicated to improving some of the world's poorest communities, The Brooke supports training, treatment and programmes across Africa, Asia and Latin America.

This role is offered on a full-time permanent basis with a salary of £38,491 per annum to work in a flexible hybrid model between home and their Central London Office.

The Senior Acquisition and Welcome Officer plays an integral role, managing key acquisition channels including DRTV and inserts, to support ambitious supporter growth as part of their 5-year strategy. They will help optimise acquisition activity as they scale up investment in this area. In addition to leading DRTV, this role also involves delivering a variety of other important activity as required, such as inserts and welcome journeys.

They are looking for someone who is highly organised with excellent communication, campaign management and analytical skills. They are looking for a candidate with some experience working on DRTV is required and confident in working with data to monitor and share results using excel and/or dashboards, with attention to detail and accuracy. The ideal candidate will have a passion for international development and understands digital fundraising, acquisition, DRTV, and telemarketing.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Firas El Dib at Prospectus.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon. 

Who we are:

Muslim Aid is a UK faith-based international development organisation that provides support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict, or endemic poverty without regard to their social, religious, or ethnic background. 

Established in 1985, Muslim Aid has facilitated the engagement of the British Muslim and non-Muslim community in support of its work in a variety of ways. Over the years, its humanitarian work has included responses to major crises around the world including, famine in East Africa, earthquakes and flooding in Pakistan and Bangladesh as well as conflicts in Syria and Yemen. 

We place strong emphasis on long-term development projects that build the capacity of local people to help themselves. In addition to the 5 country offices worldwide we also work with multiple partner offices focusing on sustainable Development Programmes and providing humanitarian relief during times of crisis.

Summary of the role:

Summary of Role

The Senior Data Protection Officer (DPO) will play a critical role in overseeing Muslim Aid’s data protection strategy and its implementation to ensure compliance with data protection regulations. This position involves safeguarding the personal data of beneficiaries, employees, donors, and partners, and integrating data protection principles into all aspects of the organisation’s operations.

This is a permanent, part-time position, requiring three days a week.

About the Role:

1. Monitor and ensure compliance with all applicable data protection laws and regulations, including GDPR, and other relevant legislation in the countries where INGO operates.
2. Develop, update, and maintain the organisation’s data protection policies, procedures, and guidelines to reflect current legal requirements and best practices.
3. Develop and implement a comprehensive data protection strategy that aligns with the organisation’s mission and operational needs, ensuring data protection is embedded in all processes and activities.
4. Develop and deliver comprehensive training programmes on data protection principles and specific legal requirements, including SAR handling, to educate all relevant stakeholders.
5. Lead the organisation’s response to data breaches, including investigation, mitigation, notification, and reporting to relevant authorities and stakeholders.
6. Act as the primary point of contact for individuals regarding their personal data. This includes responding to queries about data handling practices etc.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

1. Bachelor’s degree in law, Information Security, IT, or a related field.
2. Proven experience in data protection, privacy law, or a related field, preferably within an INGO or non-profit environment.
3. In-depth knowledge of global data protection laws and practices, including GDPR, and an understanding of the legal and regulatory environments in the countries where INGO operates.
4. Strong understanding of information technology and data management practices, with the ability to work effectively with ICT professionals to implement technical data protection measures.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to a diverse audience and influence behaviour at all levels of the organisation.
6. High level of integrity and professional ethics, with a commitment to upholding the organisation’s values and mission.

Why you should Apply:

Join us as a Senior Data Protection Officer at Muslim Aid, where you can make a real impact. We seek someone passionate about data protection and problem-solving to lead our compliance efforts and safeguard personal data for beneficiaries, employees, donors, and partners. Apply now and be part of a team dedicated to integrating data protection principles across our operations and making a positive difference through your expertise.

Benefits you will enjoy working for us: 

• 37 days holiday (including Bank Holidays and Privilege days) 
• Hybrid working
• Paid time off for medical appointments 
• 2 hours lunch break on Fridays 
• Time off in Lieu (TOIL) 
• Pension Scheme

How to apply:

To apply please submit your cover letter (no more than 1 page) and CV. 

Are you passionate about making a difference and supporting those facing death and bereavement? Charity People are proud to be partnering with St Catherine's Hospice to find a Major Donor and Legacy Officer to help sustainably support their strategic priorities.

Hours: Part-time 25 hours
Location: Hybrid Crawley and home-based (at least 50% in the office)
Salary: FTE £32,286 - £36,538
Title: Partnerships Officer - Individuals (Major Donor and Legacy Officer)

About the Charity

St Catherine's vision is a world where everyone can face death informed, supported, and pain-free. They are committed to pioneering standards in expert support and care for anyone facing death and bereavement. They are there for people living in West Sussex and East Surrey, offering both physical and emotional support to those living with a life-limiting or terminal condition and their families.

Their expert teams care for people at home, in their Wellbeing centre and on their wards, They are on hand to support those facing death and loss. They also offer bereavement and carer support to their loved ones.

About the job

As a Partnerships Officer, you will inspire and engage high-value individual supporters, legacy pledgers, members, and major donor prospects, cultivating relationships to support St Catherine's strategic goals. Your role involves actively fostering new donor relationships and stewarding a portfolio of significant individual donors. By delivering exceptional experiences for supporters, you will ensure the longevity of relationships and maximize their potential to deliver sustainable income to fund St Catherine's care.

- Build day-to-day relationships with High Net Worth Individuals, Major Donors, Legacy pledgers, members, and prospects, delivering impactful stewardship, thanking, and face-to-face meetings. You will identify and connect with new prospects. You will develop, implement, and monitor processes to keep the High Value, Major Donor, and Legacy Pledger portfolios dynamic.

About you

You will have experience in developing and managing donor relationships or experience in customer care. You will have brilliant relationship-building skills with strong communication and interpersonal skills. You will be a team player with great attention to detail. This is a brilliant part time major donor and legacy role.

If this role sounds exciting to you then please contact Katharine at Charity People to arrange a meeting.

Ivy Rock Partners is excited to be working with a leading educational institution dedicated to excellence in research, teaching, and the overall student experience. They are looking for a skilled and motivated Project Finance Officer to join their Finance team on a 12 month FTC, reporting to the Assistant Director of Finance. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting and enhancing their financial processes during a critical period of improvement.

Role Overview:
As a Project Finance Officer, you will work closely with the Assistant Director of Finance to review, document, and improve the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Treasury functions. You will also contribute to the preparation and implementation of a comprehensive fixed asset strategy for the University. Your work will be essential in ensuring the effective management and optimisation of the University's financial processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Document and record existing financial processes, identifying areas for improvement.
• Assist in project management activities related to the improvement of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Treasury functions.
• Support the preparation and implementation of the University’s fixed asset strategy.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues across the Finance Directorate and other University departments.
• Respond to queries from suppliers, customers, students, and university staff regarding transactions and account balances.
• Administer the Government Procurement Card scheme, ensuring accurate authorization and timely posting of expenditures.
• Set up and maintain supplier and customer accounts, and manage the accurate allocation of payments received.
• Raise sales invoices and issue customer statements as required.
• Collaborate with the systems accounts team to identify and implement process improvements.
• Organise and manage review meetings, documenting actions, and tracking project progress.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Part CCAB qualified is desired
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to document processes clearly and concisely.
• Proven ability to build effective working relationships across teams.
• Proficient in Word and Excel, with the ability to handle data and documentation efficiently.
• Experience in finance-related roles, with a focus on service delivery and process improvement.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Experience with Unit 4 and Agresso is desired.

Benefits:

• Competitive pension scheme
• Generous 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and concessionary days) pro-rata
• Family friendly policies, including adoption, maternity and paternity pay and leave
• On site café and restaurant
• Free membership to the newly built Fitness and Wellbeing Centre located on site (gym, badminton, climbing wall, Zumba, yoga and Pilates classes included)
• Cycle to work scheme

Please get in touch with Megan Hunter for more information on this role.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Senior Media Relations Officer to join our team based in Chingford London. 

Location: Gilwell Park. Chingford, London (with hybrid working 2-3 days a week)

Salary:  £39,560 - Band F, Level 3 (Inclusive of Outer London Weighting)

Term: Permanent

Working Hours: 35 hours per week (including evenings and weekends) 

We’re Scouts and everyone’s welcome here - all genders, races and backgrounds. Right across the UK, we help over 400,000 young people aged 4-25 gain skills for life and find their place in the world. We help them speak up, play their part and shine bright.

The Senior Media Relations Officer Role:

You will deliver media campaigns to share inspiring stories through the media about young people and adults learning skills for life through Scouts. As a super-motivated, energetic member of our award-winning Media Relations team you will be working directly with journalists across the UK from local media through to national news.

As our Senior Media Relations Officer you’ll play a key role in a busy team. This is a vital role, central to increasing the public’s awareness and understanding of Scouts. You are calm under pressure and able to meet deadlines, with a desire to succeed.
 

Key responsibilities as our Senior Media Relations Officer: 

• Lead, deliver and evaluate media relations strategies to support integrated proactive campaigns that develop the Scout brand and reflect our values
• Provide a high standard of service to media professionals to maintain Scouts reputation and credibility, ensuring journalists receive timely and accurate information, and advising junior media team colleagues on media enquiry handling
• Pitch positive news stories and secure media coverage that support the Scout brand
• Support the PR response to incidents with the potential for reputational risk, including on social media

What we are looking for in our Senior Media Relations Officer: 

• You are an experienced Media Relations professional able to monitor the daily news agenda for opportunities to proactively place stories about Scouts' work with young people and adults.

• We are looking for an organised and motivated individual with good communication and collaboration skills. 

• Working with media outlets and volunteers involves working out of office hours and flexibility is essential for this role.

• Working calmly in pressured situations with the potential for reputational risk, working with senior colleagues.

What we can offer you as our Senior Media Relations Officer

• Work in a way that suits you, your role and your team
• Be proud to say you’re part of a team with Investors in People (Gold)
• Plenty of opportunity for learning and development
• 28 days holiday a year, plus bank holidays rising to 32 days after two years
• Four extra days to look after your family when they need you
• Five volunteering days to contribute to a cause that matters to you
• Three extra days off in December between 27 and 31 December (that’s our gift to you)  

We are proud to be a family-friendly employer and offer…

• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Flexible working hours
• Store Discount at our Scout Store + other online benefits

Closing date for applications: 11:59pm Sunday 15th September 2024

Interviews will be held: week commencing 23rd September 2024
 

The Scouts is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to diversity and actively seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds.

Strictly no agencies.

The Royal Society of Literature (RSL) is one of the oldest learned societies in the UK, and Britain’s charity for the advancement of literature. Our vision is of a world in which everyone has access to literature in its many and various forms; everyone can feel that literature is ‘for them’. The RSL acts as a voice for the value of literature, works to engage the public in literature, and honours and encourages writers at all stages of their careers. In our public events, awards and prizes for writers at all stages in their careers, and engagement programmes with young people and in prisons, the RSL demonstrates the ways in which literature shapes society, and that it can change an individual life.

Position: Digital Officer

Responsible to: Head of Communications and Partnerships

Location: Hybrid working, with three days per week in our office at Somerset House in London. Occasional evening and weekend working required for RSL events, with time-off-in-lieu available​

Hours: Permanent, full-time, 35 hours a week, Monday to Friday, 10am to 6pm. Some flexibility of hours may be negotiated after the Probationary Period (six months)

Salary: £28,000 per annum

Benefits: 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays and additional two days at Christmas. Pension scheme. Employee rewards platform, providing discounts on a range of leisure and retail providers. Sabbatical scheme for long-term employees. Employee assistance programme, giving free and confidential advice on areas such as debt, legal issues, and mental health concerns.

Closing date: 13 September 2024

About the post:

Reporting to the Head of Communications, your work will contribute to the RSL’s communications and audience development.

Following recent updates to the RSL's websites and branding, this is an exciting time to join our team and help to diversify the RSL’s growing programme of work, led by principles of experimentation, inclusivity and accessibility.

As well as sharing vital aspects of our work with the public and partners, you will bring a sense of fun to our social media channels, feeling confident to inject personality into developing the tone and voice of the organisation.

This is a busy, varied, fun and rewarding role, where you’ll get to work independently while being supported by the rest of the team.

Key tasks:

CONTENT CREATION AND DELIVERY - we want you to create exciting and engaging content

• Run the RSL’s social media accounts, engaging with our audiences to increase reach, interaction and awareness
• Create engaging content (images, video, gifs etc) to broaden reach of RSL’s activities across existing and new social media channels
• Lead the RSL’s direct digital marketing to Members, Fellows and subscribers, growing audiences and ensuring GDPR compliance
• Work with the RSL Programmes Officers to edit and upload audio and video from RSL activities to RSL platforms
• Publicise RSL activities with input from colleagues, from advertising to promotions and merchandise, identifying key audiences for the RSL’s wide-ranging initiatives and new ways to engage them.

DIGITAL SYSTEMS - we want you to be experienced in content creation and delivery

• Working with the Head of Communications to update the website. Maintaining and developing the RSL’s online presence through the website to ensure this represents all aspects of the organisation’s work and is accessible
• Ensure the smooth running of the RSL’s online events booking system along with the Heads of Operations and Programmes.

MONITORING AND EVALUATION - we want you to be confident capturing and analysing data

• Analyse data to measure the success of campaigns, create reports and build future communications around results
• Provide relevant audience insight and analysis reporting to the team to inform programming decisions and to measure performance.

This job is for you if:

• you have experience in a similar role within an arts or culture context or equivalent, confidently communicating – in person and in writing – with a wide range of stakeholders in a professional, upbeat manner
• you have experience of creating dynamic content for a diverse range of audiences across multiple digital channels
• you have competency in working with Microsoft Office Suite and across social media platforms
• you are able to win support from a wide range of people and collaborate closely with colleagues across programmes
• you are independent and highly organised in managing a complex workload and meeting numerous deadlines
• you are able to evaluate data on audience growth, and report to others in order to inform decision-making and improve engagement
• you have a strong understanding of brand and tone of voice
• you are enthusiastic about the work of the RSL
• you can show a demonstrable commitment to equality of opportunity, accessibility, and inclusion
• you can be collaborative in a small, busy team, working together to achieve the RSL’s objectives
• you are team-oriented but take individual responsibility
• you are proactive and have a positive approach to solving problems
• you are resourceful and embrace challenges and change
• you are flexible and willing to learn
• you have a passion for working in the charity sector, with a particular interest in arts, culture, and heritage organisations

If you don't match everything in the key tasks and person specification, that doesn’t mean you aren’t the right fit for the role. You may have other experience that can make you a great candidate, so we encourage you to apply anyway if you have transferable skills. Research shows that some people will only apply to jobs if they meet 100% of the criteria and this disproportionately affects women.

Chief Operating Officer

Location: Hybrid/Remote
Contract Type: Permanent,  Full time
Salary: £90,000

Join Us in Supporting the Police Community: Chief Operating Officer at Police Care UK 

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of those who serve and protect our communities? Do you have the strategic vision, operational expertise, and people management skills to drive a leading charity forward? If so, we want to hear from you! 

About Police Care UK: Police Care UK traces its roots back to 1926 as the merger of the charities Police Dependants' Trust and the National Police Fund. Our mission is to reduce the impact of harm on police and their families. We are undergoing an exciting period of change, transforming from a traditional benevolent charity to a leader in the blue light sector. With offices in Woking, Surrey, we work throughout the UK to deliver groundbreaking research, innovation and evidence-based action to help the police community cope with the impact of policing. 

The Role: As the Chief Operating Officer (COO), you will lead and manage the day-to-day operations of our national charity, ensuring operational excellence and strategic execution. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, you will work closely with the Board of Trustees to support the achievement of the Charity's mission, aims, and objectives. You will oversee strategic and business planning, enhance our operational frameworks, and drive efficient and effective operational delivery. With an organisational staff team of 30 and a budget of £3m, you will be a trusted and indispensable member of the strategic leadership team. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Develop and implement operational strategies that align with the organisation's mission, goals, and objectives 
• Oversee daily operations, including budgeting, financial management, KPI tracking, and staff management 
• Foster a values-based culture that is equitable, inclusive, and collaborative 
• Ensure the charity complies with all legal and regulatory requirements 
• Identify, manage, and escalate risks appropriately to protect the organisation's interests 
• Oversee HR functions, including recruitment, performance management, and staff development 
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with trustees, beneficiaries, donors, partners, and volunteers 
• Implement and maintain policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective operations 
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programmes and operations, making recommendations for improvements 
• Provide an effective framework for good governance and risk management 

Who We're Looking For:

We are seeking a highly experienced Chief Operating Officer who embodies our core values of adaptability, empathy, and collaboration.

The ideal candidate will have: 

• Proven experience in a senior operational role, preferably within the charity or non-profit sector 
• Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams 
• Demonstrable experience in budgeting, financial management, and people leadership 
• Excellent strategic planning and execution capabilities 
• In-depth knowledge of compliance, risk management, and regulatory requirements 
• Experience working with individuals in mental health and/or uniformed services at a senior level is desirable 
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills 
• Proficiency in using technology and data to drive operational improvements 

What We Offer: At Police Care UK, we believe in investing in our people. When you join our team, you'll benefit from a supportive and inclusive work environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and the chance to make a real impact on the lives of those who protect our communities. 

How to Apply: If you're ready to join a forward-thinking charity that values innovation, empathy, and collaboration, we'd love to hear from you. You will need to submit your CV and a detailed cover letter explaining why you're the right fit for this role. Applications are assessed on a rolling basis, so please apply as soon as you are able. 

Police Care UK is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief. 

Closing date: 24-09-2024

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Would you like to help transform education and the lives of individuals and communities. You will be part of a purposeful Higher Education Institute as a Senior Administrative Officer and Finance Business Support professional. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact.

Two Senior Administrative Officer and Finance Business Support positions are available. These positions offer flexible working patterns to suit different lifestyles. One role is primarily office-based with hybrid options (3 days in office, 2 days remote) Monday to Friday. The other requires weekend work on-site (Saturday and Sunday) with two remote days plus one additional office day.

This organisation takes multiple intakes annually, offering a range of qualifications from Certificates to Doctoral degrees. This is a higher education environment with approximately 6,000 non-residential students. Many of the programs, including some degree levels, are offered on weekends.

Your Benefits will include:

• Holiday entitlement: 40 days in total: 28 days holiday plus 4 University closure days plus 8 Bank Holidays.
• 5% employer pension contribution & 6.1% employée pension contribution.
• Access to a benefits and wellbeing platform, with a choice of benefits to suit your needs, including electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme and financial wellbeing services
• Career and development opportunities, including support to gain further qualifications
• Support for health and wellbeing, including occupational health and counselling support services
• Family-friendly policies that provide for flexible working, including enhanced paid maternity and paternity leave
• Travel schemes, including the cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan

Your Role Will Involve:

• Delivering empathetic student financial support in person
• Managing student finance queries and debt
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders
• Providing comprehensive financial management support
• Contributing to the Institute's financial sustainability

Your Skills and Experience Will Include:

• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting and reporting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Proficiency in financial systems

• Knowledge of Student Loan Company and its processes

If you have the desired attributes and experience plus empathetic understanding of student loans in a higher education setting and feel that you would be a good fit for this role please send your CV to with out delay.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Children with Cancer UK, the nation’s leading charity dedicated to combating childhood cancer, is seeking a passionate, proactive and detail-oriented Research Grants Officer.
 
This new role is vital to improving grants management and supporting the growing research portfolio. You'll work closely with the Research Grants Manager to ensure the Charity funds only top-quality research, directly impacting the lives of children with cancer and advancing life-saving breakthroughs.
 
In this role, you will manage the entire grant application process, from launching funding schemes to overseeing existing grants. As the main contact for applicants, you’ll guide them through the assessment process, ensuring fairness and transparency. You'll also support the Scientific Advisory Panel by organising meetings, preparing materials, and capturing feedback to align research investments with their goals.

Additionally, you will represent the Charity at external events, build relationships in the research community, and help develop their new online grants management system. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a dedicated team, playing a crucial role in the fight against childhood cancer.
 
The ideal candidate will have a degree in a scientific or medical discipline with knowledge of the UK medical landscape. They should be proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and familiar with research management software like Flexi Grant. Experience in grants management, including pre- and post-grant administration, is essential, along with an understanding of the scientific peer review process. Strong organisational, time management, and communication skills are crucial, as well as the ability to work collaboratively within a team and effectively with senior academics. Experience in developing grants management systems, event management, and stakeholder relationship management is desirable.

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.

Hours: 35 hours per week, part time will be considered minimum 28 hours.

As the leading specialist mental health charity for women who have experienced domestic abuse, Woman’s Trust is on a mission to help women and their children to overcome the devastating mental health impact of Domestic Abuse. This is a pivotal time to join our Communications team.

As the Senior Communications Manager, you will be responsible for proactive and reactive media relations; effective engagement on social media; developing engaging content for our website; supporting on Calls for Evidence and drafting copy for marketing materials, including our e-newsletter. A highly autonomous role, you will work closely with our fundraising, counselling, and research teams.  You will plan and deliver effective communications that reach, engage, motivate, and resonate with media, clients, fundraisers, and policy makers across a range of channels. 

Woman's Trust

The charity was originally established by a group of survivors and Counsellors to meet the gap in specialist mental health services, designed by and for women, to ensure that women affected by DA can live a life free from further harm and abuse.

This is a pivotal time to join the Woman’s Trust Communication’s team, as we want to generate more awareness of our work, capitalising on our unique position in the women’s and mental health sectors. We want to proactively get organisations involved in the conversations that matter – while reflecting the confidential nature and sensitivities around domestic abuse and mental health.

If you are looking to make a real impact in your Communications career, then we would like to hear from you, so please do get in touch. 

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter of no more than 2 pages outlining your experience, skills and knowledge, relevant to this post and showing us, through examples, why we should choose you.

Please also provide us with the details of two referees. We require their name, contact information, and relationship to you. Referees will not be contacted until an offer of employment is made.

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.

Closing date for applications: Monday, 16th September 2024.

Please note, that this post is open to female applicants only, the Equality Act 100 pursuant to Schedule, 9 Part 1 applies. Thank you again for your interest in our work.

Churches Together in Britain and Ireland (CTBI) is an ecumenical organisation that embodies the commitment of 42 member churches across England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales to work together as One in Christ.
 
CTBI is currently seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Administrative and Finance Officer to join their team. This role is pivotal in supporting their small yet dynamic team, contributing to the efficient administration of their operations and providing essential financial management.
 
As the Administrative and Finance Officer, you will be responsible for a range of administrative tasks, including coordinating diaries for senior team members, managing database and membership records, and providing committee support. This role also involves significant financial responsibilities, such as processing invoices, subscriptions, and other financial transactions, as well as maintaining accurate bookkeeping and financial records. You will work closely with the General Secretary, Company Secretary (Business Manager), and the Deputy General Secretary, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations within the administrative hub.
 
The ideal candidate will have a solid educational background with proven administrative and secretarial experience, strong IT skills, and a keen eye for detail. Experience in financial management, particularly with the Xero accounting package or equivalent, is essential. You should be able to work independently, prioritise tasks effectively, and maintain confidentiality and discretion in all aspects of your work. A willingness to travel occasionally and work from the London office at least two days a week is required.
 
This is a full-time role with a salary range of £30,000 - £35,000 per annum, depending on experience. 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.

Primary function of the role
The primary function of the Finance & Operations Director is to manage the operational, financial and legal aspects of The Big House. The role works alongside the CEO/Artistic Director and Board of Trustees to oversee the strategic, business and financial management of the organisation, whilst also being responsible for HR and administrative processes.

The Finance & Operations Director is a pivotal role within the organisation, and so The Big House is looking for a proactive leader who can support a busy and thriving charity.

Terms: Permanent- full time - 35 hours per week (excluding breaks).
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 plus 5% pension contribution
Annual Leave: 21 days + Bank Holidays plus days in between Christmas and New Year (discretionary). The Big House grants an additional day of annual per year of service, up to a maximum of five additional days.
Hours: Usual working hours are 9.30am - 5.30pm, Monday to Friday.
Some out of hours working may be required on evenings and weekends (The Big House operates a Time off in Lieu policy where possible and practical).

For more information, and full job description, please visit our website

Closing date for applications: 12pm, Thursday 5 September 2024

First Round Interview Dates: WC 9 September 2024
Start date: ASAP / depending on notice period.