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Are you a strategic thinker with extensive experience in leading a central Volunteering team in a large charity? Do you have a proven ability to influence, engage and empower senior leaders, to maximise the potential of our volunteers?
About the team:
It’s an exciting time to be involved in volunteering at Dogs Trust as we are committed to volunteering playing a more pivotal role in achieving our mission, helping us to help dogs and the people who love them. We currently have over 4000 volunteers nationwide who support us in our shops, rehoming centres, through fostering and more. They are so important in all that we do; we couldn’t do what we do without them. As part of our volunteering strategy we want to raise the profile of volunteering across the charity, create greater opportunities for volunteering and ensure our volunteers’ experience with us is as fulfilling as it can be.
About this job:
Our first step in helping us realise our potential in volunteering is to build greater capacity in our central volunteering team. To head this team up we are looking for an experienced and inspirational leader who will line manage 3 Volunteering Business Partners and:
- Deliver an inspirational, aspirational and impactful Volunteering strategy for Dogs Trust which engages all stakeholders and embeds an integrated approach to volunteering.
- Defines and measures KPIs for volunteering, ensuring decisions for the service are evidence-led and data-driven and report on these at People Programme Board, Leadership Team and Trustee level.
- Establishes and maintains Dogs Trust national standards, processes and policies to support volunteering across the entire volunteer journey, ensuring compliance and best practice.
- Leads and develops the central volunteering team as a highly-respected and valued function across Dogs Trust.
About you:
To be successful in this role you’ll have extensive experience in leading a central volunteering team, with an up-to-date understanding of best practice in volunteering, current trends and relevant legislation.
You’ll have substantial senior management experience to include monitoring and evaluation, improving and sustaining performance through people and systems, and planning, implementing and managing change across teams/functions, as well as fantastic leadership and management skills to instil and maintain a sense of accountability, high performance, self-confidence and ambition in a regionally dispersed team.
About Dogs Trust:
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you submit a CV and a cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role. Please note, on rare occasions, we may close vacancies early if we receive an overwhelming response, so to avoid potential disappointment, please apply at your earliest convenience.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Trees for Cities is the only national charity dedicated to improve lives by planting, protecting and promoting urban trees. We do this by working closely with communities, landowners, partners and funders to deliver transformational change in towns and cities across the UK and overseas. We plant trees in schools, streets, estates, parks and open spaces to create nature-rich urban woodland, hedgerows, orchards, avenues and playgrounds.
The charity is experiencing an exciting period of growth and development, with expansion in both their programme activities and income. As we adapt to this growth, we are also enhancing our internal operations by strengthening systems and improving efficiencies. We are in the process of shaping our latest organisational wide strategy, set to launch in April 2025, which will focus on broadening our reach and impact across the UK.
In addition to leading a small team and overseeing day-to-day financial management, this role will contribute to key initiatives such as enhancing our fund accounting and management reporting, refining project cost modelling, and reviewing finance policies and processes. As a business partner to budget holders, the role will provide leaders with the knowledge, insights, and tools to strengthen budget management and forecasting, building on the supportive and engaged relationship the finance team already fosters across the organisation. You will work closely with the Director of Finance and Operations on finance strategy and change management projects.
This role presents an excellent opportunity for someone eager to make a lasting impact within the finance function and wider organisation. It offers the chance to develop your strategic and leadership capabilities while advancing your career. Ideal candidates will be fully qualified accountants who bring strong technical accounting expertise and project management skills, ideally gained in practice navigating complex financial accounting management and reporting. A passion for proactive collaboration with staff in leadership and advisory roles is essential, as is an interest in the vision and mission of the charity.
To learn more about the role and organisation, please download the full appointment brief below, which also outlines how to apply.
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Media Defence (MD) is a charity that helps media to defend their rights. We support independent media, journalists and citizen journalists who are under legal threat by making sure that lawyers are available to defend them.
In this role, you will provide finance, bookkeeping, and administration support to MD, processing and maintaining all financial records, data and payroll, helping us grow as an organisation while maintaining the smooth day-to-day running of the office.
Tearfund is a Christian charity with a vision to see people freed from poverty, living transformed lives, and reaching their God-given potential.
We are seeking a visionary and experienced global Head of People to join the Senior Management Team for our People and Culture Group. This role offers a unique opportunity for a transformational leader to shape and lead our global HR function, ensuring Tearfund can effectively recruit, deploy, manage, retain, and develop its staff to achieve our vision and goals.
The role is responsible for leading and managing the global People team. You will develop and implement strategic and operational People services across Tearfund's international operations and contribute to the People and Culture strategy, policy development, and practice implementation.
Our ideal candidate will have:
- Extensive experience in strategic and operational HR, both in the UK and internationally.
- Experience in empowering the global People team to deliver a consistent HR experience across our organisation
- Strong leadership and coaching skills with the ability to motivate, and create an inclusive team environment
- Cultural intelligence and the ability to work effectively in diverse, cross-cultural settings
- A track record of developing and implementing HR strategies that align with organisational goals
- Experience in managing complex employee relations issues and organisational change
- Proven ability to identify and strive for innovations that simplify and harmonise HR practices, processes, standards using best practice tools and systems
- Experience managing ambiguity and change, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation
If you are passionate about using your HR expertise to make a difference in the lives of those affected by poverty, we'd love to hear from you!
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and those from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds (in our UK workforce) as these groups are currently under-represented at Tearfund.
This role is eligible for hybrid working and you will be required to work from a designated Tearfund office and from your home by agreement with the line manager
All applicants must be committed to Tearfund's Christian beliefs
The recruitment process will include specific checks related to safeguarding. In addition, personal identification information will be submitted against a Watchlist database to check against criminal convictions as a counter-terror measure.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Title: Fundraising Support Officer
Reporting to: Supporter Care Manager
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum
Closing Date: 24 October 2024
Location: Royal Trinity Hospice, Clapham (Hybrid)
About Compton
Compton is the UK’s leading fundraising consultancy - with seven decades of experience managing successful annual, capital and legacy campaigns for charities and not-for-profit organisations.
Our clients recognise Compton as ‘the trusted name in fundraising’, thanks to the transformational contributions we make. We are proud of our history and track record, and the ‘Compton Way’ continues to deliver extraordinary fundraising results, even in today’s challenging operational and economic conditions.
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Royal Trinity Hospice is the UK’s oldest hospice and serves a community of 750,000 in central and southwest London. Trinity delivers specialist end of life and palliative care at the Hospice and in the community – including support and counselling services for family and friends. Trinity’s ability to deliver its outstanding care to patients and their families is reliant on the Compton fundraising team at Trinity delivering ambitious funding results. We have a long record of success in generating income and sustainable growth across all income streams for the Hospice.
The position of Fundraising Support Officer is a vital role within our Supporter Care team. The Supporter Care team is often the first point-of-call for Trinity’s supporters and fundraising queries – with communication across phone, e-mail and post channels.
The Fundraising Support Officer provides an important part of the donor experience ensuring that all transactions are processed accurately, and donations are thanked in a timely manner.
The role supports the wider Fundraising team and fundraising activities across eleven income streams.
As Fundraising Supporter Officer, you will:
- Process cash, credit/debit card and CAF donations received via post, telephone and online platforms (e.g. JustGiving, Stripe, Enthuse).
- Thank donors appropriately, liaising with Fundraising Managers as needed.
- Perform bank statement reconciliation, which includes processing standing orders, direct debits, online giving and legacies.
- Answer incoming calls to the Fundraising Team and respond to general email enquiries, maintaining Trinity’s clear tone of voice and style.
- Work as part of the wider Fundraising team providing support and participating in other duties where required.
- Support and attend fundraising events, occasionally outside of normal working hours.
- Work in a hybrid model of some days in the office and others from home.
Experience, knowledge and skills desired:
- A desire to represent the client charity with enthusiasm, professionalism and authenticity.
- A passion for working within a team delivering results that empower a charity to meet their charitable objectives.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Experience in processing income and handling of monies securely.
- Experience of delivering excellent supporter care or customer care in a charitable or commercial setting.
- Demonstratable experience of good organisational skills.
- Knowledge of a database system and donor and client record management (most preferably Raiser’s Edge).
- A good understanding of the need to accurately input and record all donor details – particularly consent and Gift Aid information.
- Some knowledge on GDPR and other data protection regulations governing interactions with donors and the recording and use of information.
Company benefits
- Annual leave 25 days plus bank holidays
- Standard Life pension scheme with Company contributions starting at 3%
- Non-contributory life assurance scheme
- Compton professional development and mentoring opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme – offering free 24/7 support + counselling and advice
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Coordinator, Committees and Council is an integral role at the Society providing high quality administrative and committee support to the Chief Executive and Chair of Trustees.
In this role you will have the opportunity to work with senior leaders and intensive care professionals to ensure that the Society meets the needs of its beneficiaries and delivers impact for this high-profile national organisation.
To apply: Send your CV and a supporting statement of no more than 300 words explaining how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role.
Here at the University of Cambridge, we are recruiting the leadership position of Senior Director of Development, University Programmes. This pivotal role is one of two newly created positions designed to drive our ambitious fundraising efforts as we prepare to embark on a transformative campaign and double our new funds raised annually.
Senior Director of Development, University Programmes
Ref: DH43662
Salary: £117,094 - £143,970
This role is based in central Cambridge. Cambridge Development & Alumni Relations practises a hybrid working model. The successful candidate will be expected to be in the office at least two days a week.
This role is one of the most exciting leadership opportunities in higher education today. This position is not just about securing donations; it's about creating lasting change. At Cambridge, philanthropy is deeply embedded in our mission, and you will be at the forefront of this vital work, leading programmes and partnerships that will shape the future of philanthropy at a world-leading university.
As Senior Director of Development, you will oversee our key fundraising areas: Health Priorities, Academic Schools, Strategic Initiatives, and Culture and Collections. You will work closely with the Senior Director, Principal Gifts & International, to co-create and lead the fundraising programme as a whole.
Responsible for providing the vision, strategic direction and leadership for a team of 40, a key part of this role will be leading a talented team of fundraising professionals, fostering a culture of motivation, accountability, and excellence.
Reporting to the Executive Director of Development and a member of her Leadership Team, you will collaborate with senior leaders across the University and Colleges, demanding diplomacy and strategic thinking.
This is an exciting moment to join the Development & Alumni Relations team at Cambridge as we enter the planning stages of a new comprehensive fundraising campaign. You will work in a motivating and challenging environment, surrounded by passionate colleagues dedicated to making a difference. This is a fantastic opportunity to build transformational programmes and partnerships that will shape the future of philanthropy at a world-leading university.
If you have a proven track record in leading multifaceted fundraising teams and managing complex relationships within a large organisation along with experience in developing and implementing multi-year fundraising strategies with demanding targets, we'd love to hear from you!
Closing Date: Midnight on 24 November 2024.
First round interviews for this position are anticipated to take place the week commencing 6 January 2025.
Second round interviews are anticipated in the week commencing 13 January 2025.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
Please quote reference DH43662 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
No agencies please.
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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.
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This role is responsible for supporting the growth, planning and delivery of KCLSU campaigning and organising activity ensuring that elected officers, Academic Associations, Networks and students are enabled and empowered to create strategic, member-led campaigns. Support our members to develop, shape and deliver their agenda, providing advice, coaching and guidance on how to develop impactful campaigns and projects. Work as part of the Student Voice Team to embed campaigning and organising across all areas of our work ensuring that students from every segment of the membership are empowered to make change through campaigns. Enable our communities (Academic Associations, Liberation Networks and Student Representatives) to grow and develop into effective representative bodies.
Responsibilities include:
Growing, planning & delivering KCLSU campaigns
- Provide resources, support and mentoring to student officers and student campaigners, utilising digital and offline organising models of engagement, to support them to develop hard-hitting and effective campaigns.
- Coordinate and work with KCLSU teams to support representatives and members in delivering their campaigns and communicate the impact of campaigning at KCLSU, building interest and recruiting new activists as a result.
- Deliver a range of approaches to student voice engagement, developing diverse methods of participation and innovative practices for facilitating student decision-making, co-creation, and capturing insight.
- Work with external organisations to lead on KCLSU involvement in local, national and NUS campaigns.
- Responsible for measuring and reporting the impact of our campaigns.
Developing Student Representative Communities
- Support Networks, Academic Associations and Campaign groups on-going growth and development, supporting them to build inclusive, active, and intersectional student-led communities.
- Engage with representatives through coaching, building relationships and providing support as they develop and deliver their campaigning and organising agenda.
- Ensure participation in representation is accessible and inclusive, identifying and removing barriers to engagement particularly for low participation groups.
Leadership Development
- Create and deliver training, guidance and ongoing support for Student Officers, Student Representatives and Academic Associations, equipping students with the knowledge and skills that enable them to thrive in their role and feel empowered to grow as community leaders.
- Build strong and nurturing relationships with student representatives and Academic Association leaders, coordinating effective engagement and regular contact with our members.
- Empower students – particularly those from low participation groups - to become student leaders and participate in KCLSU Elections.
A successful candidate will have:
Qualifications
- A good standard of education, ideally to graduate level or equivalent. (Desirable)
Experience
- Experience of working in a campaigning organisation or as a campaigner
- Experience of mentoring and coaching staff/elected representatives/volunteers
- Experience of working in successful partnerships with a range of stakeholders
- Experience recruiting and supporting volunteers
- Experience of facilitating and delivering training
- Experience/involvement working with a membership organisation (either as an employee, representative or trustee) (Desirable)
- Experience of working with young people/education or similar (Desirable)
Knowledge
- Knowledge of community-building techniques and how to increase participation
- Knowledge of various campaigning and lobbying techniques
- Knowledge of community organising techniques
- Knowledge of current issues affecting the higher education sector
- Understanding of underrepresentation in higher education/voluntary sector and how these groups are affected by structural inequality (Desirable)
- Good understanding of representation systems and practices (Desirable)
Skills
- Ability to build, enable and empower campaign teams and support others to do so.
- Ability to collaborate well with others and to use initiative and creativity to resolve problems
- Ability to motivate, coach and support others to enable their development
- Excellent planning, organisational and administrative skills, with a particular focus on attention to detail
- Competent IT skills and ability to learn new systems quickly (Desirable)
Aptitude
- A desire to empower individuals, communities, and grassroots movements
- Able and willing to actively demonstrate KCLSU's values
The list above is not exhaustive. For further details, please review our Job Pack
Our values
You will see on our Job Pack that we are a equal opportunities employer and we live by our 4 main values: Inclusive, Collaborative, Open and Brave. KCLSU is a fun, social and flexible work environment which offers opportunities for development as well as great staff benefits.
Benefits of Working for KCLSU include:
- Hybrid Working Policy
- Pension Contribution
- Interest Free Season Ticket Loan & Computer Loan
- Cycle to work Scheme
- Enhanced Sick Pay
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
- Eye Tests & single focal glasses allowance
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and university closure days
- Discounts at KCLSU venues
- £30 wellbeing allowance per term
- Employee Assistance Programme
- "No meeting Friday" ethos
- Death in Service
At KCLSU Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of everything we do and we endeavor to ensure equal treatment of all candidates. We welcome a diverse range of applicants and are open to discussing flexibility with the right candidate. Reasonable adjustments will be made for candidates with disabilities at all stages of the recruitment and selection process, and to ensure that a successful candidate with a disability can undertake the post.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for this role you must:
- Be eligible to work in the UK, and provide proof of this (i.e. a passport/visa) when asked by KCLSU. Please note that KCLSU is unable to offer visa sponsorship.
- Have a National Insurance number, or be in the process of applying for one
- Not be a trustee of King’s College London Students’ Union
KCLSU is an independent charitable organisation that works to further the interests of approximately 36000 students at King's College London. Join us!
As one of our Shop Managers will be supported by experienced and knowledgeable team members and you will be able to develop and build strong relationships with customers and volunteers.
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, creative, and motivated individual to join the team as Store Manager based at our very successful Horfield store.
You will enjoy one of the most diverse, career building and rewarding roles in retail!
The details:
- Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, 5 days in 7
- Salary starting from £28,429 up to £30,580 per annum, dependant on experience
- Permanent position
Key responsibilities:
- Delivering consistently high retail and customer service standards
- Actively supporting and demonstrating our values through your role
- Leading, coaching and managing staff and volunteers
- To achieve and optimise sales and targets
- To create and maintain a positive working environment for staff and volunteers
- Promotion of diversity and gender rights
What we are looking for:
- Ideally, you will bring previous retail experience, gained at managerial / supervisory level
- Commercial awareness and demonstrable experience of managing and leading a team; delivering outstanding customer service would be equally advantageous
- A genuine interest in fashion and charity retail
- Ability to earn trust, motivate, build rapport and provide leadership
- High levels of organisation with a proactive approach
- Open and adaptable to change and able to support others through it
- IT literacy and numeracy skills. Using email systems and online resources; use and understand basic spreadsheet.
We know sometimes the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist, and that people can be put off applying for job if they don't tick every box. If you're excited about working for us, and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could just be what we're looking for!
Due to the nature of the work involved, this role is exempt from the ROA and all job-holders are required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
We will review applications as they come in and therefore we may close the vacancy before the closing date, so candidates are advised to apply early.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Faith Guide Coordinator
We’re looking for an experienced Faith Guide Coordinator to join World Vision, an important charity helping vulnerable children across the world.
Position: Faith Guide Coordinator
Location: Milton Keynes
Hours: Part-time – 15 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £12,688 per annum (£30,874 FTE), depending on experience + good range of benefits
Closing date: 1st November 2024
**Please Note: Applications without a CV and cover letter will not be considered.**
About the role:
We are looking for a Faith Guide Coordinator to provide direction and energy to World Vision UK's organisational commitment to 'living out our Christian faith and calling with boldness and humility", creating a vibrant community around our organisational commitment and building strong relationships both internally and with World Vision International.
Key areas of responsibility include:
· Coordinate and host World Vision UK’s weekly staff devotions.
· Coordinate and support Small Group Leaders and Prayer Ministry Team.
· Oversee the running of regular prayer meetings
· Manage the planning and implementation of World Vision UK’s Day of Prayer in with staff from across WVUK, and UK-based staff at World Vision International and Vision Fund International collaboration.
· Engage with World Vision International’s Global Centre Faith and Development Leads to ensure that World Vision UK’s approach is in line with World Vision partnership priorities.
· Maintain World Vision’s Faith at Work pages on the staff intranet (SharePoint) keeping content up to date and relevant.
· Support the Head of People & Culture with specific projects including the roll out of World Vision’s Mission Immersion Programme to new and existing staff at World Vision UK.
About you:
To be successful in this role, you will need to have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be comfortable with regular public speaking as well as setting up and hosting online webinars for large groups of people. You will be able to work collaboratively and have proven experience in building relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders.
Key skills required for this role:
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Be a passionate advocate and capable communicator.
- Have experience in nurturing Christian communities
- Be someone who is open to and comfortable with different traditions, styles and expression of spirituality, prayer and worship, and has a growing familiarity with and understanding of the Bible.
- Relevant IT skills, especially in Microsoft Office.
- Be self-disciplined, able to organise and prioritise their own workload, and manage multiple projects
About the organisation:
World Vision UK is an international children’s charity working with children, their communities, and with supporters and partners, in almost 100 countries. Through long-term development projects, emergency responses and advocacy we’ve helped bring lasting change to millions of children, over more than 60 years. As a Christian organisation, everything we do is motivated by our faith as we strive to reflect God’s unconditional love.
As a child-focused organisation, we are committed to the safeguarding of children, therefore any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of applicable background checks, including a criminal records check.
We are a registered organisation operating the Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS) and we shall check with your previous employers about your behaviour and conduct. We will be requesting you to complete a form known as a Statement of Conduct. For more information see: The Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.
Please note we can only consider applicants who presently have the right to work in the UK and all candidates must be personally committed to the Christian faith and be able to respect, uphold and work within our client’s Christian mission, values, culture, and faith statements. This individual will represent and speak on behalf of a Christian charity and as such the Occupational Requirement for an active Christian faith is justified under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1, clause 3.
As a Disability committed employer we encourage qualified individuals with a disability to apply and request a reasonable adjustment if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability.
You may also have experience in areas such as: Spiritual Care Coordinator, Chaplain, Ministry Coordinator, Faith-Based Program Coordinator, Religious Education Director, Spiritual Support Manager, Community Faith Leader, Pastoral Support Officer, Faith Community Liaison, Congregational Care Coordinator, Religious Services Coordinator, Pastoral Team Leader, Mission Coordinator, Spiritual Advisor, Worship Leader Coordinator, Church Administrator, Clergy Support Coordinator, Christian Outreach Coordinator, Lay Ministry Coordinator, Youth Ministry Coordinator.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Change Mental Health is a leading national mental health charity providing unique support to people with severe and enduring mental ill health. With over 50 years’ experience across Scotland, we believe people affected by poor mental health and illness deserve the highest quality of support in the community and that every person has the right to be valued and to share in the opportunities, challenges, and joys of everyday life.
In this critical role you will work closely with the Co-Investigator (Jim Hume, Director of Public Affairs & Communications) to ensure effective and impactful delivery of all project outputs and outcomes. The position is a multi-agency project employed by Change Mental Health and will be working in partnership with NHS Highland Public Health, High Life Highland, Museums Heritage Highland, Highland third sector organisations, local community groups and the academic research team.
Our Project Coordinator will engage very closely with regional and local community members, setting up and chairing groups where required in partnership with the wider research team, researching process and impact, developing a toolkit, and disseminating findings via events and online media and communication.
The position requires travel throughout the Highlands. Therefore we are looking for the candidate to be based in the highlands, or in Edinburgh (at our National Office).
Key Responsibilities:
- Establish and manage the regional stakeholder group; organise and attend the group meetings, deputising for the Co-Investigator (Director of Public Affairs and Communications at Change Mental Health, Jim Hume) as required.
- Proactively assist in the set-up and management of the local co-design stakeholder groups in partnership with the research team; help with engaging local communities, networking and recruiting group members; liaise with Museums Heritage Highland and High Life Highland (providing venues).
- Chairing the co-design stakeholder groups and organising all the meetings.
- Organise online forums for the co-design groups to share experiences, which includes deputising for the Co-Investigator as required.
- Contribute fully and proactively to: (i) project research, for example by giving feedback on the co-design process; (ii) development of the project toolkit; and (iii) recording of project impacts.
- Dissemination of findings as required at multiple stages throughout the project including at the project’s conclusion, which will include leading the organisation of two dissemination events.
- Proactively assist with the setting up of the project website, ensuring website design and maintenance is kept within budget; managing and updating the project website.
- Contribute to communications and publicity, including updates/email bulletins, regular website updates.
- Contribute to and identify others to write blogs, ensure events and project news are publicised
General Duties:
- Acting in accordance with Data Protection legislation. Ensure all records, personal, staff and client data are managed in line with Data Management and Information Governance policies.
- Compliance with legal and regulatory requirements such as provisions set out in the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
- Acting in accordance with the charity’s Health & Safety and Safeguarding policies and to notify your line manager promptly if there are any concerns.
- Participating in regular supervision and appraisal and undertake any relevant training as appropriate to the role.
- Working in accordance with Change Mental Health’s national policies and local operating procedures and those of external regulators or professional bodies.
- To be friendly, polite and professional to all project partners, community members, stakeholders and the public always.
Essential Criteria:
- Experience and knowledge of co-design
- Project management experience
- Community development/engagement experience.
Desirable Criteria
- An understanding of remote and rural communities and their service needs, and I understand the impact of health inequalities. I have experience of mental health.
- A people person that can make great relationships, whilst also organised and enjoy immersing yourself in detail.
- Comfortable and adept with the tools of the modern world including various online communications platforms and social media.
- Have a positive and enthusiastic ‘can do’ attitude and thrive on working in a dynamic team, understanding that everyone needs to be a leader.
- Have excellent interpersonal skills and work well with others. Can demonstrate that you have built relationships within communities and with external stakeholders.
- Enjoy organising and managing meetings that generate positive outcomes for all.
- Can work under pressure and to exacting timelines plus always produce high quality work.
- Ambitious about project team outcomes and achievements. Ability to see a challenge as an opportunity to improve and deliver outstanding service and support.
- Have a driving licence.
This job profile and list of duties is not exhaustive and serves only to highlight the main requirements. The line manager may stipulate other reasonable requirements and projects commensurate with the general profile and grade of the post.
Successful applicants for this post will require a Basic Disclosure.
For over 50 years, our mission has remained the same: to help and support people affected by mental illness.
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As the Essex Recovery Fund Officer, you will play a crucial role within the Radical Change team at Essex Recovery Foundation. The role will oversee the Essex Recovery Fund, a fund which aims to support the recovery community in Essex by providing financial assistance to projects that foster recovery, inclusivity, and community engagement. The officer will ensure the fund's objectives are met, manage the application and selection process, and monitor the progress of funded projects.
What will I be doing?
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Essex Recovery Fund.
- Manage the financial aspects of the fund, including budget allocation and financial reporting.
- Liaise with the recovery community to promote the fund and encourage applications.
- Provide guidance and support to applicants throughout the application process.
- Manage the fund application process, including the review and shortlisting of proposals.
- Foster relationships with key stakeholders, including community leaders and recovery organisations.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and regulations.
- Implement a robust monitoring and evaluation framework to track the progress and impact of funded projects.
- Conduct regular site visits and assessments in collaboration with Community Researchers.
- Compile quarterly progress reports and a comprehensive impact assessment at the end of the funding period.
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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
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Job titleIn Memory and Legacy Manager
Reporting toDirector of Fundraising
Hours of work37.5 hours per week
Salary Up to £38,000
Closing date30 October 2024
LocationRoyal Trinity Hospice – 4 days office
ABOUT COMPTON
Compton is the UK’s leading fundraising consultancy with seven decades of experience managing successful annual, capital and legacy campaigns for charities and not-for-profit organisations.
Our clients recognise Compton as ‘the trusted name in fundraising’, thanks to the transformational contributions we make. We are proud of our history and track record, and the ‘Compton Way’ continues to deliver extraordinary fundraising results, even in today’s challenging operational and economic conditions.
THE ROLE
Royal Trinity Hospice, the UK’s oldest hospice, serves 750,000 people in central and southwest London, delivering specialist end-of-life and palliative care, including support for families. Success relies on the Compton fundraising team achieving ambitious funding targets. The In Memory and Legacy Manager is a vital role, leading on two of the largest income lines for our client.
The role will focus on further development of our In Memory campaigns and events, legacy marketing and promotion as well and working with a specialist colleague to manage legacy administration.
The legacy promotion aspects of the role will include plans to maximise results from a national TV and media campaign in 2025 in collaboration with HospiceUK.
This role is centred around delivering excellent donor care and stewardship to those closest to Trinity, innovative and creative thinking and strong relationship management skills.
The successful candidate will line manage two team members, an In Memory and Legacy Executive and a Legacy Administrator.
As an In Memory and Legacy Manager, you will:
- Lead and develop Trinity’s in memory giving products and events, including the annual Light up a Life concert and Summer Solstice remembrance evening.
- Lead and develop legacy marketing strategies and products, and develop new legacy giving promotion events.
- Manage legacy administration, including maintaining and monitoring the legacy income pipeline, and assisting with practical legacy administration tasks.
- Develop and review regularly income and expenditure budgets and income forecasting.
- Deliver excellent stewardship for newly bereaved supporters and longstanding in memory and legacy supporters.
- Maintain excellent internal relationships with Fundraising colleagues, and the Communications team, as well as the Hospice clinical teams.
- Collaborate with the Communications Team to build promotional strategies.
- Ensure supporter records on the charity database (Raiser’s Edge NXT) are kept up to date.
- Work as part of the wider Fundraising team providing support and participating in other duties where required.
- Line manage and mentor an In Memory and Legacy Executive (full-time).
- Line manage a legacy administrator (one day a week).
PERSON SPECIFICATION
- This role requires a minimum of three years fundraising experience with direct experience in legacy fundraising.
- People driven with a passion for fundraising and creating meaningful change.
- A keen interest and understanding of the importance of In memory and Legacy engagement and local support for a local hospice.
- Experience in delivering first-rate donor stewardship and/or customer/client care.
- Experience of running a variety of campaigns, events or products and monitoring budgets.
- Well-organised, and confident in planning and executing activities.
- Demonstrably able to manage time and priorities workload effectively.
- Ability to work independently using own initiative with a solution-focused mindset.
- A responsive and flexible approach to stakeholder’s needs and enquiries.
- Experience of using a database to manage supporters or clients and monitor income.
- Excellent communication skills, and the ability to communicate with a wide and varied group of supporters and colleagues.
- Experience with In Memory fundraising.
- Evidence of consistently reaching and surpassing targets.
- Experience in managing events; successfully promoting, acquiring participants, and achieving targets. Experience of line management.
- Experience of writing engaging fundraising copy.
- An understanding of, or experience of, working in a healthcare or hospice setting.
Company benefits
- Annual leave 25 days plus bank holidays
- Standard Life pension scheme with Company contributions starting at 3%
- Non-contributory life assurance scheme
- Compton professional development and mentoring opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme – offering free 24/7 support + counselling and advice
To apply, please send a short covering letter and CV by close of business of 30 October 2023.
NOTE: We will be conducting interviews as suitable candidates apply, so may appoint before the closing date.
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