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Job Title: People Advisor
Team: People and Culture
Location: Hybrid (split between home-working and our London Office)
Salary on appointment: £26,360 - £34,629 per annum*
*This role sits within a pay grade with a pay range of £26,360 to £41,540. The salary on appointment will be set at the lower end of the pay range, to a maximum of £34,629, depending on the candidate's skills and experience. This approach aims to ensure fair compensation for new hires while maintaining alignment with the structured pay scale for the role.
It’s an exciting time to join the Ramblers as we have recently refreshed our strategy to support the delivery of our long-term ambitions.
We need your drive, knowledge, skills, and creativity to help us raise awareness of the Ramblers and what we stand for, enabling the charity to grow its supporter base and open up the joys and wellbeing benefits of walking to many more people.
About us
The Ramblers is Britain’s walking charity. We open the way so everyone can enjoy the benefits of walking.
It’s easy to think everyone has the same opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. But look a little deeper and you’ll find lots of barriers standing in the way. So we’re continuing to fight for change. We campaign for the public’s right to enjoy the outdoors, protect paths, build skills and offer different ways to get out walking in nature.
Our programmes have a big impact in local communities: Ramblers Wellbeing Walks help people take the first step to a healthier happier lifestyle, and the Ramblers Out There Award gives young adults aged 18–26 the opportunity to kickstart their journey into the outdoors.
Through our refreshed strategy, we’ll build on this experience and grow our impact through activities that prioritise the needs of communities who have the least access and face the most barriers walking outside in nature.
Purpose of Role
The People Advisor role will pay a pivotal role in delivering the People Plan at the Ramblers and creating a truly great place to work.
The role holder will support projects, activities and administration related across the whole employee life cycle at the Ramblers – actively engaging in the attraction, recruitment, development and retention of talent.
The role will also support the delivery of our business outcomes through a data-led approach to people decision-making.
Key responsibilities
Lead on all People processes, and administration required to maintain a high performing People team.
Proactively manage all data in our People systems, ensuring complete accuracy
Providing first line advice to employees on general people policies and queries and escalate complex issues to the Head of People Experience
Support People projects that drive the delivery of our strategic ambitions
Recruitment and Onboarding
Management of our application tracking platform to attract key talent
Work closely with managers to complete all required documentation.
Provide recruiting teams with training and support throughout the recruitment process.
Liaise with agencies and social media platforms to ensure we are optimising recruitment channels.
Deliver a great recruitment experience in conjunction with key stakeholders across the Ramblers.
Provide a great onboarding experience for all new starters and ensure all documentation and checks are completed timely manner.
Ensure all staff are correctly added to our People systems and provided with appropriate training.
Performance Management and Development
Facilitate the processing of probationary reviews in a timely manner, including the completion of required documentation.
Support managers and staff with our Performance Management and Development process.
Ensure compliance training has been completed in a timely manner.
Liaise with external providers to co-ordinate the delivery of the Rambles training and development plan.
Management of our learning platform
Staff Engagement
Support the co-ordination of our staff surveys and action plans.
Promote programmes that promote wellbeing and staff engagement.
Co-ordinate stay and exit interviews.
Contractual
Ensure all absence management is managed in a timely manner, recorded appropriately on the People system and associated documentation has been completed.
Ensure contractual changes are processed accurately and in a timely manner.
Responsible for the collation, preparation and checking of payroll information not limited to all new starter/ leaver information, pay changes, position changes etc, for submission to payroll for processing.
Maintain good knowledge and understanding of all relevant policies and procedures relevant to the role and keep up to date with employment legislation.
Rewards and Benefits
Raise the profile and continually promote our benefits.
Responsible for the administration of our benefits programme
Off Boarding
Effectively our support staff offboarding process
Other
Undertake any other relevant duties on projects delegated by the Head of People Experience and Chief People Officer
Support with tracking and reporting on People metrics to drive improvements.
Be the first line of support for all people queries from staff and managers and
and staff, escalating more complex matters
Enhance the profile of the department through proactively developing excellent working relationships across the Ramblers and providing a timely and effective service
Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and spreadsheets
Ensure accuracy and confidentiality of information
Undertake such other duties as may be reasonably required of the post.
This job description will be reviewed in conjunction with the postholder to ensure successful delivery of our goals.
The Person
Knowledge and Experience
Experience of working in a HR generalist or advisor role in a fast-paced business
Experience and a keen interest in cloud-based People systems and Microsoft packages such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing
Strong organisation skills and the ability to balance multiple demands.
Experience of co-ordinating payroll
Ability to maintain confidential information and treat sensitive matters appropriately.
High level of attention to detail and accuracy of data management
Ability to work collaboratively at all levels across the Ramblers and with external agencies.
Understanding of employment legislation and how it applies to the Ramblers.
Part qualified or interest in pursuing the CIPD qualification.
Personal Attributes
Interest in walking and engaging people with the outdoors.
Committed to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion.
Resilient with the ability to work under pressure and to tight and competing deadlines.
Flexible and able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Drive to do a great job provide a great employee experience.
The Ramblers promote diversity and welcome applications from all section of the community.
Values and Behaviours
Our values are the core principles that guide us daily in our work and our membership of the Ramblers. We all share the passion that walking is for everyone and by living our shared values we can ensure the Ramblers is an organisation to be proud of. Our values will earn trust for the Ramblers brand which will allow us to open up a world of walking opportunities for even more people.
Inclusive – We make everyone feel welcome and part of the Ramblers community. We make sure we all feel respected and accepted and know our contributions make a difference in achieving our mission.
Inspiring – We strive to inspire people through the way we act and the things we say. We channel our passion and ambition so others are moved to help us achieve our mission.
Empowering – We empower and encourage each other to make a positive contribution to our teams and the Ramblers. We do all we can to make sure everyone has the ability, and feels confident, to take action.
Responsible – We take responsibility for ourselves and those around us seriously, by always acting in a safe and supportive way. We care about the environment and make sure we do what we say we will do.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our Brand and Marketing team is looking for a creative and enthusiastic individual to join us as a Campaign Lead (50th Anniversary) as a 2-year fixed-term contract.
In 2026, The King’s Trust reaches an exciting milestone, celebrating 50 years of supporting young people. You will lead the delivery of our 50th Anniversary Campaign, leading on a range of exciting initiatives that will help us raise awareness of The Trust and our work, reach new audiences, generate income from fundraising initiatives and steward and thank our King’s Trust communities as we look forward to the next 50 years and our focus on supporting young people into work.
Working with a range of internal and external agencies and stakeholders, our 50th Anniversary Campaign will require exceptional project management and communication skills to deliver a cross-organisational campaign, as well as a robust understanding of the marketing mix to bring our messaging and new visual identity to life across initiatives in a milestone year for The Trust
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you committed to motivating young people into Education, Employment or Training (ETE)? If yes, please read on.
About the role:
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with proven experience of working with young people, to stretch their skills and develop further.
As a result of secured funding, we have developed an exciting new role within our ETE (Education, Employment or Training) team focussed significantly on widening the participation of young people into further education. The post holder will be working directly with the young people we support on-site at our accommodation projects across London. They will also be responsible for coordinating a number of interventions to improve participation, including a timetable of visits to colleges, universities and employers throughout the year.
The post-holder will need to ensure effective joint key-working with SHP colleagues as well as with external ETE providers. The successful applicant will be joining our central ETE team, which specialises in providing innovative pathways into ETE.
About you:
- Committed to inspiring and motivating young people.
- Thrives in bringing a creative approach to their working.
- Comfortable multi-tasking and managing working under pressure.
- Has the ability to relate well to others, as well as encouraging and fostering change.
About us:
Single Homeless Project is a London-wide charity. Our vision is of a society where everyone has a place to call home and the chance to live a fulfilling life.
We help single Londoners by preventing homelessness, providing support and accommodation, promoting wellbeing, enhancing opportunity, and being a voice for change. From supporting people in crisis to helping people take the final steps towards independence and employment, we make a difference to 10,000 lives every year across all 32 boroughs.
We offer you more than a job; we offer you a chance to be part of a compassionate, driven team that's committed to making a real difference in people's lives. You'll have the opportunity to lead, co-create, and inspire change while enjoying a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
Join us in creating a brighter, more hopeful future for individuals in need.
Important info:
Closing date: Sunday 10th November at midnight
Interview Date: Wednesday 20th November and Friday 22nd November in Kings Cross
This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed for the successful applicant.
Preventing homelessness, transforming lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At Young Lewisham Project (YLP) we are passionate about food and our kitchen is one of our fundamental focal points which helps to foster connectivity, consistency and cohesion at the Project, as well as amazing breakfast and lunches.
- You will quickly become the go to person with the answers and you will be a role model when it comes to what a great service would look like.
- You will ensure that the ordering, preparation, cooking and delivery of our enticing dishes runs smoothly and the kitchen remains in top condition, tidy and compliant with Food Hygiene Standards.
- You will help to create a menu with the help of our young people to ensure that vibrant, colourful and nutritious meals are provided to perfection.
- When you join us, we want you to bring your strong communication skills, strong teamwork ethos and your positive can-do attitude with you!
- You will also be flexible, positive and creative with a child centred approach.
- You will be expected to work both independently, on your own initiative and as part of a team supported by and offering support to your colleagues. The post holder will be expected to contribute to staff meetings and supervision with their line manager.
- You will also be expected to attend relevant training.
- The role provides good opportunities for development and progression for the right talent.
- YLP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. Consequently, this post will require prospective applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an Enhanced DBS check.
- YLP embeds a strong Safety culture in everything we do. There will be company policies and procedures to follow alongside our Health & Safety practices so it is essential that you will champion this.
- YLP reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications.
Skills required
- Knowledge of regulations and working within the relevant Food Standards framework
- At least two year’s experience of working with young people in an education or youth and community setting
- Experience in compliance, quality assurance, monitoring and evaluating the service
- Excellent written and communication skills at all levels
- Safeguarding knowledge
- Computer literate
- Good Food and Hygiene Standards
- Organised, methodical with sound decision making ability
- Experience of catering and supervising catering team members
- Exceptional standards in all aspects of food service
- Proven track record in a catering establishment
- Proven track record of continually improving standards
- A positive outgoing disposition and real 'can-do' approach
Main duties and responsibilities:
- To prepare, cook and serve nutritional balanced food with the young people and staff
- To control portions and food cost management.
- Organise and supervise the food service.
- Allocate duties and responsibilities to the rest of the team and provide general supervision/oversight with the young people helping in the kitchen.
- Ordering weekly food stock on line; establishing and maintaining an appropriate stock control methodology.
- Ensure all supplies of food, equipment and cleaning materials are of the right standard.
- To produce menus and food plans with the young people and staff in accordance with guidelines on nutrition and healthy eating.
- Oversee administration of Cooking Open College Network Level 1 and 2 with support
- Cleaning the kitchen, overseeing and maintaining kitchen cleaning schedules
- Compliance and Health and Safety and Food Safety regulation.
- Monitor the performance of young people assisting in the kitchen and reporting any issues to the Operations Manager or line manager.
- Ensure health, hygiene, and cleaning protocols are carried out in accordance with statutory regulations.
- Assist in the control of costs by monitoring and controlling supplies within the budget and by following through with the recommended menus.
- To liaise, as required, with the Operations Manager, Managing Director and others concerned with the running of the services. To attend and contribute to supervision and attend staff meetings
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- To complete ad-hoc tasks as required
Other general tasks and duties:
- Undertaking such other duties, training and/or hours of work as maybe reasonably required and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this role.
- Maintaining personal and professional development in order to meet the changing demands of the job by participation in appropriate training activities aimed at encouraging and supporting staff in their development and training.
Notes:
- The duties listed in this job description are not exhaustive. The service provider reserves the right to alter the job description after consultation to reflect changes to the job or services provided, without altering the general character or level of responsibility.
- The duties and responsibilities in the job description must be carried out in a manner which promotes dignity and due respect for all staff, young people and other stake holders and consistent with the Equality, Inclusion and Diversity Policy of the Project.
All applicants will have to complete application form, after we recieve a CV.
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with demonstrable research and development experience to play a key role supporting the delivery of our Diocesan strategy, Southwark Vision 2024-2035, Christ Centred Outward Focused. As a result of a successful application for funding from the national church, the Diocese of Southwark has launched the Southwark Diocesan Investment Programme (DIP) - a multifaceted, integrated and transformational programme designed to help resource and implement Southwark Vision and further mission, ministry and growth in parishes across the Diocese.
The DIP Research and Development Officer will be a member of the Diocesan Strategic Development Unit working specifically on researching and developing different workstreams for this exciting new progamme as it starts and also contribute to the existing strategic development funded projects coordinated through the Strategic Development Unit.
About you
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in work, with strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently, as well as part of a team.
- A flexible and adaptable approach to work, with a willingness to learn new methodologies or techniques.
- Demonstrated commitment to ethical research practices and maintaining confidentiality.
- Proficient in data analysis, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and produce clear findings.
A good understanding of the structure, breadth and dynamics of the Church of England will be important, along with the desire to serve our churches and support a fruitful future.
Are you interested in applying? Please view the Job Information Pack for full and further details about the role, including shortlisting and interview dates.
About us
The Diocese of Southwark is one of the 42 dioceses of the Church of England, created in 1905 from part of the ancient Diocese of Rochester. The Diocese covers South London and East Surrey, is one of the largest Dioceses in the Church of England and the most diverse, and is divided into three episcopal areas: Croydon, Kingston, and Woolwich. It has the London home of the Archbishop of Canterbury and has the centre of the Church of England in the diocese, Lambeth Palace. Today the Diocese ministers to nearly three million people over an area of 317 square miles through its 293 parishes and 105 church schools, educating more 37,000 young people. The churches offer welcome, care and dignity to their parishes, supporting those in education, hospitals and prisons, and pioneering communities seeking to reach out and serve in new ways.
Equal Opportunities
The Diocese has a strong commitment to equal opportunities and will not discriminate on the grounds of race, nationality, age, sex, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, religion or belief. Its employees are expected to abide by the Equal Opportunities Policy which embodies these principles.
Welcome to the Diocese of Southwark, where we seek to be Christ Centered Outward Focused in all we do.
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An exciting position has arisen for a Challenge Events Fundraiser to work for a leading charity based in South East London. This is a permanent role within the hospice’s busy Fundraising team, responsible for planning and executing a variety of challenge events to support the hospice’s vital work in the local community.
Key responsibilities of the role:
- Develop and deliver a diverse and successful calendar of challenge events, including third-party and hospice-led events such as marathons, skydives, and overseas treks
- Provide excellent stewardship and personalised communication to event participants, ensuring long-term supporter engagement
- Work collaboratively with the Community & Events Manager and the Communications and Marketing teams to create engaging marketing materials and event plans
- Ensure all events comply with Health and Safety, GDPR, and Fundraising Regulator Code of Practice standards
- Manage event budgets, track KPIs, and report on income and costs against targets
- Build and maintain relationships with external suppliers and partners, such as tour operators and event organisers
- Conduct post-event evaluations to capture insights, improve future events, and maximise supporter retention
Ideal candidate profile:
- Proven experience in event management, ideally in a fundraising or charity environment
- Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire supporters
- Knowledge of GDPR regulations and event compliance standards
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Experience in building relationships with stakeholders and providing outstanding customer care
Agency reference number: J84508
Location: South East London
Salary: £26,080 – £29,800 per annum
Working hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Working pattern: Office-based, with occasional flexibility
This vacancy will be actively shortlisted, so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out!
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency, welcoming applications from all candidates.
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Making The Leap is an innovative societal change charity that aims to make a big difference. From direct delivery, to advocacy and leadership, we refuse to stay in our lane and believe passionately that those we exist to serve have the right to be anything they want to be. To say that this is an exciting time for the organisation would be an understatement, as our incredible funders, donors, partners and supporters have given us the chance to move to the next level, and have further influence and delivery nationally.
The shared soul of the organisation is to be passionate about helping young people from less-advantaged backgrounds; build up other charities and community groups and want to partner with them or support them; want to work with businesses and organisations to get things done; and care deeply about addressing racial inequity.
The organisation has a number of strands: core Making The Leap; the UK Social Mobility Awards; the Social Mobility Podcast; Black Charity Leaders and The Social Mobility List.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you a strategic and results oriented communications professional? If you’re eager to work in a dynamic, fast-growing membership organisation committed to improving sustainability in the sugarcane sector, we would love to hear from you.
In this exciting role, you will be responsible shaping and delivering Bonsucro´s communications strategy and overseeing the day-to-day management of a small communications function. A crucial part of this role is to ensure that colleagues, the Bonsucro board and external stakeholders are provided with tools and resources to confidently and effectively communicate about the organisation and its mission.
Bonsucro is the global sustainability platform and standard for sugarcane. Our purpose is to collectively accelerate the sustainable production and uses of sugarcane. We work with people and organisations across the sugarcane supply chain, including small scale farmers and some of the world’s biggest brands.
Climate change, human rights, farmer livelihoods, women’s empowerment, pesticide reduction, and water use are some of the issues that Bonsucro works on. As our Communications and Events Manager you will be expected to create narratives on these issues and link this to Bonsucro’s work on standards and certification, market development and collective action.
We are looking for someone with strong experience in strategy, planning and delivery of communications and events in a comparable organisation. You are versatile and stakeholder-oriented and comfortable working in a busy environment with multiple concurrent priorities, deadlines and activities. Your strength lies in creating compelling content and results-driven campaigns that supports the achievement of higher-level strategic goals. You bring a track record of turning very technical and complex information into compelling content and have some insight into agricultural production systems and/or Bonsucro’s countries of operation outside of the UK.
Key responsibilities
Strategy and delivery
- Develop and execute effective communications strategies to continuously strengthen Bonsucro’s profile, reputation and, as a result, to attract new members and partners
- Develop and manage effective communications tools, channels and partnership with media service providers, to deliver on the agreed communications strategy.
- Develop and implement monitoring processes to assess the effectiveness of Bonsucro’s communications strategies, outputs and channels in order to identify areas for continuous improvement.
- Line manage the Communications and Events Coordinator to ensure delivery against plans, timelines and quality work and personal development and growth
- Develop and tailor to stakeholder needs and interest a series of events to contribute to effective member engagement and strengthen Bonsucro’s profile as a convening actor.
- Develop and deliver the Annual Operational Plan for the Communications and Events function in line with organisational quality standards, adapting to changing context and needs where relevant.
Messaging and content
- Tailor Bonsucro’s key messages to targeted audiences and communications (e.g. articles, press releases and statements) in various languages as needed to ensure consistency of communications across channels, regions and media.
- Develop compelling sustainability ‘impact’ stories from regions and projects and on specific sustainability issues to promote Bonsucro’s impact.
Branding and stakeholder guidance
- Advise and build the capacity of other functional teams on how to effectively communicate about Bonsucro, making them aware of key messages and channels to use to increase the impact of Bonsucro’s communications.
- Advise internal and external stakeholders on adherence to brand guidelines to ensure consistency and appropriateness of use.
- Coordinate and monitor services delivered by sub-contractors
- Act as a representative of the company, where relevant, with both internal and external stakeholders.
Channels, reports and events
- Maintain and optimise an effective public facing website and social media presence to continuously strengthen Bonsucro’s external profile and community building.
- Oversee logistics, planning and delivery of key Bonsucro’s events, in particular Bonsucro Global Week.
- Continuously improve and evolve Bonsucro’s external reports (e.g. Outcome report, Annual report etc) to ensure clarity of layout and language and strengthen them as tools to increase Bonsucro’s profile and value back to members.
- Regularly report on operational progress updates to the Director of Engagement and Markets and other teams to identify areas of strengths and continuous improvement.
- Identify, track and monitor appropriate KPIs that assess the effectiveness of the communications strategies and plans and which inform decision-making.
Person Specification
Essential criteria
- Significant prior experience in development and implementation of communications strategies and a full range of media services, ideally in a global context
- Strong technical acumen in relation to all aspects of communications and events delivery
- Previous line-management experience and experience in managing moderate budgets
- Significant experience in writing, editing and publishing compelling content
- Proven ability to translate complex information into engaging campaigns and stories
- Excellent editing and proofreading skills for a range of media (online and print), including the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and simply.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal, written and visual
- Strong time/process management skills and ability to establish priorities and work to deadlines
- High level of communications IT proficiency, covering a range of tools and applications
- Knowledge of and experience in working professionally with online tools and social media
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team and build strong relationships across the organisation
- Self-motivation and adaptability to thrive in a dynamic environment of a small but growing organisation
Desirable Criteria
- Previous exposure to sustainable agriculture commodity programmes.
- Fluency in additional languages, especially Spanish and/or Portuguese
- Significant experience in communications and social media activities in a professional environment
How to apply
Please note that we are operating a rolling application process and will consider applications as they come in. We will arrange initial screening calls with suitable applicants on an ongoing basis and are looking to hold first formal, in person interviews w/c 14 October.
The interview process is:
1. Screening call (30 minutes with Recruitment consultant)
2. First interview, in person at Bonsucro office, panel interview (w/c 14 October)
3. Second interview, in person at Bonsucro office, panel interview (w/c 21 October)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Thomson Reuters Foundation is looking for a Legal Manager, Legal Service for Independent Media to join our TrustLaw team.
As Legal Manager, Legal Service for Independent Media, you will provide dedicated project leadership to continue to pilot the operationalization and implementation of a legal offering to support journalists and independent newsrooms, whose safety and independence are under threat.
You will report to TrustLaw’s Head of Special Projects, while working closely with the TrustLaw and the Media Freedom teams. You will manage one Legal Officer, Media Freedom.
This is a fixed-term 12-month contract based in London.
About the Role:
As our Legal Manager, Legal Service for Independent Media, you will:
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Map evolving trends and legal threats for journalists, media freedom NGOs and independent media outlets and identify the most pressing legal gaps and needs
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Build excellent relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external, including expanding our network of expert NGOs and legal teams working in the media, journalism and media freedom space
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Refine the operating model for the media-legal offering based on feedback received, including intake process, eligibility requirements, project flow, and impact monitoring mechanisms
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Work closely with our Media Freedom and Programmes team to ensure alignment and integration of the media-legal offering within the Foundation's existing media freedom work, and to identify other innovative programming, products and approaches that best leverage the Foundation’s assets
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Scope, and support the management of pro bono or low bono legal requests and cross-border research projects that address critical needs of journalists, media freedom NGOs and independent media outlets
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Scope and oversee the development of tools, resources, trainings and other content on key legal issues of relevance to journalists and independent media outlets to address threats to their safety and independence and build resilience
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Deliver and/or coordinate delivery of trainings, legal health checks and events for media freedom NGOs, journalists and/or media houses, often in partnership with the programming teams
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Support the development and implementation of a communications, engagement and outreach plan, as needed, in collaboration with the Foundation’s Communications, Social and Media Freedom teams
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Support bid development and partnership-building to ensure financial sustainability of the offering
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Carry out a variety of administrative, reporting, planning, monitoring, and logistical responsibilities linked to the project
About You
To be our Legal Manager, Legal Service for Independent Media, you will likely have:
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An LLB, with preference for a qualified lawyer or an advanced law degree
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At least five years’ experience working in the legal field, with prior experience in media law or related human rights matters, either in a law firm, media house or non-profit organisation
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Strong understanding of international standards on press freedom and/or the media law/policy landscape. Understanding of the legal needs of journalists and media outlets in the global south or Central/Eastern Europe/FSU an advantage
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Excellent project management and organisational skills including the ability to manage effectively multiple matters and projects in a fast-paced environment, with a high degree of creative and flexible thinking, and the ability to incorporate lessons learnt through pilot delivery
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Prior experience working on donor-funded projects is a plus
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Excellent research, drafting and analytical skills, with experience in training an advantage
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Excellent interpersonal skills – able to establish and maintain positive working relationships both internally and externally, with people from a wide variety of cultures and backgrounds
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Resilience, ability to cope with high pressure and work environments and find solutions to problems when they arise – able to quickly understand complex information and communicate to non-experts
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, so candidates should apply as soon as possible. To apply for this position, send your CV and cover letter in English describing how you meet the specifications for this role, what you bring to it, and your availability to start. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
What’s in it For You
At the Thomson Reuters Foundation, our people are our greatest assets. Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth:
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Global Perspective and Impact: Interested in working for a dynamic global organization with a focus on social impact? With hubs all over the world from Bangkok to Madrid to Rio de Janeiro, join a truly international team with a shared goal of helping to build societies around the world that are free, fair and informed.
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A Unique Approach: Our expertise in media and the law is world class; we combine the power of both to address the critical issues faced by humanity.
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Our Relevance: With a focus on advancing media freedom, fostering more inclusive economies and promoting human rights, our work has never been more needed than right now.
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Benefits: We offer competitive salary packages and market-leading benefits.
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Learning & Development: We are dedicated to the continual professional development of our employees and offer access to both in-house and external training opportunities.
About Thomson Reuters Foundation
The Thomson Reuters Foundation is corporate foundation of Thomson Reuters, the global news and information services company. As an independent charity, registered in the UK and the USA, we work to advance media freedom, foster more inclusive economies, and promote human rights. Through news, media development, free legal assistance and convening initiatives, we combine our unique media and legal services to drive systemic change.
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Job Title: Volunteer Admissions and Recruitment Coordinator
Reporting to: Volunteer Admissions Lead
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Salary: £26k FTE
Base: Hybrid, home and London office
Benefits:
- Enhanced policies including 25 days annual leave per year, plus public holidays;
- Company electronic devices;
- Remote and flexible working;
- Company Health Insurance;
- Excellent opportunities for training and career progression.
Please click apply to visit our careers portal and see our candidate pack for this role.
About Mental Health Innovations (MHI)
Founded in November 2017 following the success of The Royal Foundation’s ‘Heads Together’ campaign, it launched its first product, Shout, in 2019. Shout is a free, confidential, 24/7 text message service for anybody to text when they may be struggling with anxiety, loneliness or depression through to self harm or suicidal thoughts.
Job Purpose:
To support the recruitment and admission of new volunteers, promoting volunteering opportunities and completing background checks.
Key Responsibilities
- Ask for and check references for new volunteers
- Coordinate and attend volunteer recruitment events, such as Universities; organise volunteers and staff to support
- Follow up with prospective volunteers to encourage them to apply
- Work with the Communications team to promote volunteering opportunities online
- Coordinate and run regular information sessions for prospective volunteers to explain the volunteering opportunities
- Initiate contact with volunteers and trainees to process DBS/PVG/police vetting checks as required
- Check the status of volunteers who are part of the relevant Update Service
- Proactively monitor and follow up on the progress of checks to keep on top of weekly targets
- Coordinate video calls to verify ID documents, checking documents with utmost attention to detail
- Handle queries on checks, and troubleshoot cases such as missing documentation or anything outside the accepted DBS/PVG/police vetting procedure
- Liaise with our selected external provider for any queries
- Escalate disclosures to a panel for review, if required
- Accurately update outcome information for each volunteer
- Ensure the confidentiality of volunteer information is maintained and securely discard volunteer documentation once checks are complete
- Utilise tools such as Jira, Salesforce and effectively
- Provide regular progress reports to the Volunteer Admissions Lead and Head of Volunteers
- Undertake other ad-hoc tasks commensurate with the role as necessary
Essential Criteria
- High levels of patience, and willingness to carry out repetitive tasks
- Good all round computer skills
- Highly organised and meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
- Troubleshooting skills and a logical approach to problem-solving
- Excellent communicator, both written and verbal, to a wide range of audiences
- Experience of recruiting, supporting and working with volunteers
- Flexible approach to work, with a willingness to work occasional evenings
- A team player
Desirable Criteria
- Ability to manage own time effectively, prioritising work demands and meet deadlines with minimum supervision
- Be creative and an innovative thinker
- Working knowledge of one or more of these tools/products:
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- Salesforce
- JIRA
- G-suite
- Knowledge of GDPR (main concepts and principles)
We will be interviewing on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close the job advert early if we receive a high number of applicants.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have been lucky enough to secure funding from the National Lottery Communities Fund and Swire Charitable Trust to deliver of a three year Wilder Watford programme of community organising and support with the aim to create more space for nature in Watford.
About the role
The Wilder Communities Officer will inspire and support community-led action for wildlife in Watford, and empower local people to create more wildlife rich spaces on their doorstep. Working with colleagues across the Trust, the Officer will help to build a wilder future through local community action for nature.
For a further details and our person specification please see our recuitment pack.
How do we support you?
We offer an excellent benefits package, ranging from office perks, generous leave entitlements and financial benefits. You can find out more on our website.
About the Trust
Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust is a local nature conservation charity.
We believe that wildlife should have space to thrive alongside our everyday lives and that everyone benefits from having access to nature.
Our staff team is enthusiastic, friendly and committed to making a difference.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the recruitment early. Closing date 18th November 2024 at 9am.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us
We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here.
The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.
About the role
Breast Cancer Now are excited to recruit the new role of fundraising compliance officer to support its growing fundraising ambitions. As our fundraising compliance officer, you will play an essential role in ensuring our fundraising and marketing activities meet the highest standards in an ever-changing regulatory landscape, to mitigate potential risks for the charity and to maintain the trust of our supporters.
The varied role will work collaboratively with fundraising colleagues from across the charity. No day will feel the same, as you provide expert advice and assurance on a diverse range of fundraising products and marketing communications, this includes TV ads, prize competitions, social lotteries, and direct marketing campaigns. The role will work closely with individual giving team and our professional fundraising agencies to assure we are meeting our compliance commitments.
The successful candidate will also support the compliance team as it continues to develop the culture and maturity in fundraising compliance across the charity, with continuous improvement to our training, resources, process, communication and reporting.
About you
The successful candidate will possess a blend of technical knowledge, analytical skills, interpersonal abilities and a keen eye for detail to ensure adherence to regulations and internal policies.
The ideal candidate will have some prior understanding of charity fundraising and the needs of working in an assurance role, but training can be provided. Prior knowledge some data protection legislation and fundraising regulations would also be beneficial, such as the data protection act, fundraising code of practice, CAP code, gambling commission code, and HMRC gift aid rules. You will also be self-motivated and have an eagerness to learn and develop in line with the ever-changing regulatory landscape and the charities needs and goals.
Ideal attributes of a candidate include an analytical mind, with the ability to review information, ask questions and make informed decisions to support the charity to meet its objectives, whilst also mitigating unnecessary risk.
You will be an approachable, confident and clear communicator, that can adapt your communication stye to a verity of audiences in order to convey complex information in a clear and understandable manner, that is both educational and builds productive relationships with colleagues.
Excellent organisation and IT skills are also essential tools of a potential candidate, as the role will require effective task prioritisation to manage an active schedule, record management of compliance registers and folders, plus the analysis and production of detailed guidance procedures and reports.
Job description and benefits
Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.
Primary location of role and hybrid working
This role is primarily based in our London or Sheffield office. Our hybrid working model allows you to work up to 3 days per week at home. Occasional travel will also be required for the role.
When applying
We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria. If you’ve any immediate questions please contact The Breast Cancer Now Recruitment Team.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.
Closing date 9am on Tuesday 5 November 2024
Interview date Monday 11 November 2024
Job Title: Project Coordinator
Position Type: Paid
Reports to: Programme Manager
Based at: School Food Matters, The Bridge, 7b Parkshot, London TW9 2RD
Working Hours: Five days a week, 9am-5pm
Salary: £35,700
Pension: School Food Matters matches pension contributions at 5% of pensionable earnings
Holiday: 31 days including bank holidays that fall on working days
Holidays must be taken during the school holidays
Contract: Temporary – Jan 25 to Aug 26
Background to School Food Matters
School Food Matters (SFM) exists to teach children about food and to improve children’s access to healthy, sustainable food during their time at school. We provide fully funded food education programmes to schools. Our experience delivering these programmes informs and strengthens our campaigns, bringing the voices of children, parents and teachers to government policy.
Job Purpose
· To manage an exciting, new programme in Southwark implementing a whole school approach (WSA) to food
· To promote, develop and deliver the programme across nurseries, primaries, secondaries and SEN schools in Southwark
· To ensure that the programme is delivered on time and on budget
Key Tasks include:
- Onboard and line-manage a Project Officer and volunteers to support delivery, providing training as required
- Conduct desk research to group schools and nurseries using a RAG rating, based on level of support required to achieve a WSA to food
- Create a detailed project plan for delivery
- Support with the development of resources and training packages for schools
- Work with an early years’ consultant to tailor resources and training to nursery settings
· Recruit schools to take part in the programme
· Build relationships with teachers, teaching assistants, cooks and senior leaders in schools to improve the food they offer their students
· Support schools to complete school food action plans and polices
· Deliver role-specific training to key staff in schools (training provided if necessary)
· Deliver in-person engagement sessions and online workshops to support schools to achieve their action plans
· Work closely with Southwark Council’s School Food Team to support their aims through the Southwark School Meals Transformation Programme
- Maintain an excellent relationship with Southwark Council, and support with written and verbal reports
· Manage the budget for the programme in collaboration with SFM’s Finance & HR Manager
· Collect data and maintain accurate records on Airtable relating to the programme
- Work closely with our Impact & Strategy Manager and Evaluation Officer to complete all monitoring and evaluation
- Gather content for our website and social media platforms
- Keep line manager updated on progress
· Keep up to date with safeguarding requirements and reporting procedures
- Contribute to the smooth-running of SFM at this time of growth
- Maintain the ethos of the charity and positively promote our work at all times
· The Project Coordinator will also undertake any other tasks relevant to the affairs of SFM that may arise from time to time. Therefore, being flexible and approaching the job with an open and positive mindset is essential!
Person specification
Essential
· Excellent administrative, organisational and motivational skills
· Experience of planning, managing, and delivering a programme within budget
· Excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work to tight deadlines and prioritise workload
· Experience of building relationships with partner organisations and individuals
· Clear and engaging communication skills, both written and oral
· Ability to work in a team, and seek help when needed
· Excellent IT skills including excel, word and email
· An interest in food education and children’s health
Desirable
· Experience of working for a charity or not for profit organisation
· Experience of working in education
· Experience of managing a team
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Battersea's Global Programmes advances Battersea’s ambitious plans to play a global role in achieving a positive impact on thousands of dogs and cats. Our department supports the professional development of employees and volunteers in rescues and rehoming organisations, as well as provides strategic funding and support to organisations and researchers within the animal welfare sector.
The Lead of Grants and Programmes plays an integral role within the team to deliver impact to tens of thousands of dogs and cats around the world. The Lead will manage the team of expert grant managers, guiding and empowering them to achieve impact.
The Lead will oversee several portfolios of work within the grants and programmes function at Battersea, as we expand our work to impact more dogs and cats. Over the coming five years, it is planned that the size and complexity of grant making, and other forms of programming will grow, including the establishment of several multi-year programmes in the UK and abroad.
This is a senior role within the Grants and Programmes team in the Global Programmes Directorate, requiring excellent experience of people management, impact measurement, good grant making practice and implementing strategic programmes.
The successful postholder should be comfortable empowering others, taking a coaching approach to team management and in supporting the team to shape proposals and portfolios of work to advance the collective interests of a team. They should also be comfortable working with considerable scope, and complexity and nurturing relationships with colleagues as an integral element of the role.
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:
At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.
By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
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: 10th November 2024
Interview date(s): 14th-15th November 2024 (1st round); 20th-21st November 2024 (2nd round)
For full details, please download our recruitment pack.
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.
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Hybrid: Turn2us London Hub (Farringdon) & homeworking
About this role
Turn2us is a national charity tackling poverty and the structural causes of financial insecurity. We work with co-producers and partners to provide people in financial crisis with the means and agency to get back on their feet, build resilience, move forward with their lives and thrive.
As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to equity, inclusion and diversity and the value people from different backgrounds bring to a team. If, like us, you believe everyone has the right to have enough to live on, and you are ambitious about eradicating poverty, join us and build your career with a charity dedicated to ensuring dignity and equity for all.
The Head of EDIB is a fantastic opportunity to head a team that focuses on how Turn2us maximises the impact for people facing financial insecurity by developing equitable and inclusive processes to help embed a culture where equity and inclusion are engrained in everything we do. The team covers responsibilities for EDIB, safeguarding and co-production.
About You
You will bring experience of designing and implementing EDIB initiatives which have had a demonstrable effect on both organisational culture and the social impact of the organisation’s work. You will have previously worked with an extensive range of internal and external stakeholders to embed EDIB in their own areas. You will have an understanding of the barriers individuals face and an understanding of intersectionality and how that impacts experiences. You’ll need strong analytical skills to be able to translate data, research, and trends into strategy and actionable plans.
Please read the Head of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging Job Pack for further information.
How to apply
For more information, please read the Job Pack attached. Please apply on the Applied website via the Apply button.
Then, the next steps will be:
- You will then be asked to submit personal details including diversity data. All diversity data will be treated as confidential. Those involved in the selection process will NOT have access to it. The information given by candidates will be solely used for the purpose of improving the recruitment process.
- As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete some questions which are linked to the requirements of the role. These will be blind-reviewed, and the scoring of these will determine whether you move forward in the process.
- The closing date for applications is 20th November at 09:00AM.
Please let us know if you will require any special provision as a result of any disability should you be called for interview.
Turn2us is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from members of all communities. It is committed to equality of opportunity, inclusion and diversity. We encourage and welcome applications from all parts of the community regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Turn2us wants to enable an environment where everyone is kept safe from harm and can thrive. We are committed to safeguarding everyone involved in our charity and the work we do. You can read our safeguarding policy here.
If you join us at Turn2us, you will start on 25 days annual leave per annum (prorated for part time workers). Each year in the month you joined, you will receive additional day of leave up to a maximum of 30 days. On top of this you will receive bank holidays. The charity also offers 2 volunteering days per year to allow staff to gain experiences and skills outside of work for example at a food bank or becoming a trustee at another charity.
We offer flexible working patterns, both in terms of hours and remote working. Please note that all employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 4 days a month. Some roles may be required to be in the office more often than this and this will be agreed with the hiring manager upon starting at Turn2us.
Please note that all job offers are subject to 2 – 3 satisfactory references and a disclosure satisfactory to Turn2us from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).