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As a staff ambassador for Day One, championing our values and behaviours and being committed to the difference that Day One makes is essential. The role sits within our Fundraising and Communications Department and will support the wider team.
The post holder’s primary duties and responsibilities are as follows:
- Create content for Day One’s social media accounts, website and email marketing
- Create video content for Day One’s social media channels and YouTube
- Work closely with Day One’s Services Team to identify patient stories which demonstrate the charity’s impact
- Write case studies and ‘stories of recovery’ based on the experiences of our service users and volunteers
- Support the management of Day One’s social networks
- Support the management of Day One’s paid advertising campaigns on social media
- Assist the communications and fundraising team with various tasks including:
- Assisting with events marketing
- Assisting with website content creation
- Supporting digital fundraising
- Support the wider Day One organisation with effective communications
What we’ll need from you
This job is all about supporting the communications team in raising the profile of Day One, primarily on social media and with a focus on short-form video content.
You’ll need to be a great communicator and creative thinker with a passion for making great digital content. You will work closely with our service users, volunteers and staff to make compelling content for social media in both written and video form.
You will need to be creative, proactive, empathetic and adaptable. Working closely with our fundraising and communications team, you’ll ensure people remain at the heart of our work by telling powerful stories that resonate with our audiences and effectively communicate the impact of major trauma and the support Day One provides. As we are a small organisation, you will need to be ready to support the wider team with fundraising and service delivery projects.
How to apply:
Upload your CV and a supporting statement, in written and/or video form, demonstrating how you meet the criteria and outlining why you’re interested in the role. Please include any examples of projects that you’ve worked on which you would like to share in your supporting statement. This can include relevant projects from your professional or personal life. To send a video as part of your application, please use wetransfer. com to send your file, please include your full name alongise your video.
Please refer to the attached recruitment pack for further details and the full contact details of who to send your video to.
Closing date: Sunday 12 January 2025
Online interview date: - w/c 20 January 2025
In person interview date: tbc
To send a video as part of your application, please refer to the attached recruitment pack for the full instructions.
Inspired ‘by patients for patients’ our vision is that no one has to piece life back together on their own after catastrophic injury.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
What you will be doing
1. Lead the strategy and development of the messaging programme, which sits within the Comms Hub.
2. Monitor the wider political discourse and develop an analysis of the framing challenges and opportunities for progressive campaigners and communicators. This will include proactively identifying media moments (e.g. political and economic events, extreme weather moments) to amplify key messages and mobilise spokespeople.
3. Write regular rapid response messaging guides on breaking news stories and topics, (which include framing principles, key stats, common questions and responses and a round-up of public opinion); present messaging guidance and do active outreach to ensure the guides get widely used.
4. Collaborate with spokespeople to turn messaging guides into key media lines that can be used in a variety of broadcast and media in reactive and proactive settings, this will include providing 121 coaching and support.
5. Manage the messaging training offer within the hub, including delivering messaging training to the Spokesperson Network, designing and holding messaging sessions, working with messaging trainers and delivering regular messaging training. This will include our Messaging 101 course, drawing on the Race Class Narrative and global messaging training, which we run in collaboration with international messaging experts.
6. Lead NEON’s approach to narrative research, this will include commissioning research, such as public opinion polling and focus groups, and carrying out and synthetising research in-house.
7. Support and coach relevant organisations in our networks on their messaging, comms strategy and how to most effectively communicate their campaigns.
8. Play an active role in the wider Comms Hub, working with our press officer network and spokesperson network, attending and feeding into key delivery across the organisation and supporting the Director with overall strategy to make the Comms Hub a cohesive overall team
9. Oversight and control over Messaging Programmes finances and fundraising strategy
10.Play an active part in the whole NEON team, contributing to organisation-wide plans
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced systems manager to support, manage and improve systems within our rapidly evolving charity.
In this role, you’ll be responsible for providing in-house systems support and systems administration for platforms and systems used by nurtureuk’s team, with a particular focus on Salesforce, working alongside external developers and outsourced IT support. You’ll also be responsible for providing key support on information security.
Nurtureuk is a charity that has been working with schools for many years to improve the social, emotional, mental health and wellbeing (SEMH) of children and young people. We help schools remove barriers to learning by promoting nurture in education.
We believe in a whole-school approach to promote access to education for all. With increasing numbers of children and young people affected by social, emotional and behavioural difficulties inhibiting their progress and limiting their life chances, nurtureuk has developed a range of interventions and support to give vulnerable children and young people the opportunity to be the best they can be.
With the continued school attendance crisis, rise in exclusions and misunderstood behaviour support, the need for our work has never been greater, and the potential is clear. We have a dedicated team, trustees, and a CEO who is passionate about education and the development of young people.
Your main responsibilities will include:
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Acting as asset owner of nurtureuk’s internal systems
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Providing internal administration and development of Salesforce CRM
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Leading discovery and development projects to improve nurtureuk’s internal systems
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Managing external developers and support contracts related to systems
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Supporting administration of an information security management system to maintain ISO27001 accreditation
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Managing systems access and changes to systems, access rights and privileges
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Maintaining data infrastructure for dashboarding and reporting
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Providing support and training to colleagues on key aspects of internal systems
To be successful in the role, you'll have all or most of the following:
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Strong technical skills and a digital-first mindset
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Experience in maintaining and improving Salesforce and other systems
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Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise, manage time effectively and meet deadlines whilst working independently and proactively
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Project management experience
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Creative problem-solving skills
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Ability to work in a team environment, and good interpersonal skills
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Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with a range of stakeholders
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Good attention to detail, and the ability to keep accurate records and work at pace
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Familiarity with information security principles
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Familiarity with transforming, cleansing and maintaining data
Employee benefits
Nurtureuk is a fully remote employer, and we operate with a strong culture and commitment of trust in the team. We supply the resources necessary to create a comfortable working environment from home. We allow for flexible working to be self-managed by the team, so they may work around their other personal commitments.
All employees receive 25 days’ annual leave plus an additional day for each full year of service, up to a limit of 30 days. This is in addition to all bank holidays and Christmas office closure. Nurtureuk pays a 5% employer contribution to pensions and also offers a Medicash employee benefits package. This includes cover for a virtual GP, routine dental and optical care, specialist consultations/diagnostics, complementary and alternative therapies, prescriptions, flu jabs and discounted gym membership. There is also access to a 24/7 Employee Support Service providing mental health and wellbeing support.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Corporate Partnerships Manager is a new role at Curve. The successful individual will build on our existing corporate fundraising activity by researching prospective corporate supporters; securing new partnerships; and retaining existing sponsors and donors. The successful individual will join a small and vibrant fundraising team with ambitious plans to create a step-change across all areas of fundraising over the next three years.
We want to attract applicants with a track record of success in corporate fundraising and outstanding networking skills who are keen to get their teeth into a new challenge. We are happy to consider flexible and/or some remote working for the right candidate. This is an 18-month contract initially, with a view to making the role permanent. Due to the nature of the role, the successful individual will have a flexible approach to working, including the ability to work some unsociable hours (for which as much advance notice as possible will be given).
We want to employ passionate, hard-working people. If this is you, please consider applying to join the team. Even if you don’t meet all the criteria in the person specification, we want to hear from you.
Curve is a spectacular state-of-the-art theatre based in the heart of Leicester’s vibrant Cultural Quarter, creating compelling cultural experiences.
Citizens Advice New Forest is seeking an Advice Operations Manager to lead our dedicated team of staff and volunteers in delivering exceptional, high-quality advice services to our community. This is a pivotal role, working closely with the Chief Executive to oversee the daily running and development of our advice operation, including face-to-face support for our most vulnerable clients to meet evolving community needs.
We are looking for someone with:
- Proven leadership skills and the ability to inspire and support a diverse team.
- Strong operational management experience, ideally in advice services or a similar environment.
- A good understanding of welfare benefits, housing, employment, and debt advice.
- A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of their work.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with stakeholders across the district.
Whether you’re experienced in advice services or have transferable skills from another sector, we’d love to hear from you. We welcome candidates who are proactive, adaptable, and passionate about making a difference, with the opportunity to grow professionally within our supportive and flexible workplace.
Key responsibilities include:
- Ensuring the smooth and high-quality delivery of our Generalist Advice Service.
- Overseeing staff and volunteer recruitment, training and performance.
- Managing compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including safeguarding and quality assurance.
- Supporting advocacy efforts to address issues affecting our clients at local and national levels.
Citizens Advice New Forest is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and actively encourages applications from people underrepresented in our organization and sector, including people of colour, LGBTQ+ people, and disabled people.
To Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter (no more than 500 words).
Closing Date: Monday 6th January 2025, but applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Join us and help make a difference in our community. Together, we can solve problems, advocate for change, and create a better future for everyone.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Administrator
We are seeking a highly organised administrator to support the implementation of Outdoor Learning programmes, working for an educational charity and one of the UK’s foremost providers and funders of Outdoor Learning.
Position: Administrator
Location: Cumbria CA11 0XR
Salary: £25,500 per annum pro rata
Contract: Permanent, Part time - 0.6 - 0.8 FTE (21 - 28 hours per week)
Closing Date: Monday 13 January 2025 at 17:00
Interviews: Tuesday 21 January 2025 via Microsoft Teams and Monday 27 January 2025 in person
About the role:
This role involves ensuring the smooth operation of activities such as apprenticeships, training courses, and Outdoor Learning sessions, while also managing systems, processes, and compliance. You’ll collaborate with the Learning team and stakeholders to provide meaningful outdoor experiences for underserved children, young people, and other groups.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer learning activities, including booking and managing student, trainee, and group visits.
- Maintain and provide technical support for the Salesforce Information Management System for bookings, grants, and data tracking.
- Manage enquiries via phone, email, and in person, ensuring excellent communication with stakeholders.
- Support Health & Safety, safeguarding, and risk assessment implementation in line with Trust policies.
- Coordinate and maintain digital records, including training logs, feedback, and activity reports.
- Liaise with contractors and farm staff to manage site maintenance and vehicle operations.
- Order resources and support the delivery of learning programmes, events, and training sessions.
- Assist in promoting sustainability and improving efficiencies in Outdoor Learning programmes.
About you:
This is a wide-ranging role, which will suit someone who is happy assisting with a variety of tasks, taking a proactive approach and using their initiative. You will have a good eye for detail, be methodical, thorough and reliable, and have a positive, friendly manner. This role is ideal for a team player with strong administrative skills, a passion for the outdoors, and a commitment to engaging and supporting diverse groups in outdoor learning opportunities.
Work will be often outdoors, so enthusiasm, whatever the weather, is essential!
Essential Skills and Knowledge:
- MS Office (including Word, Teams, Excel)
- The ability to work comfortably with financial information
- Previous experience of use of databases and Information Management Systems (eg. Salesforce)
- Safeguarding (training will be provided)
- Understanding of GDPR
- Previous experience in an administrative role
If you have a passion for environmental engagement and a strong administrative background, we would love to hear from you.
About the organisation:
The charity’s mission is to improve life chances of children and young people through a range of Outdoor Learning experiences, enabling them to learn from nature, empowering them to have a positive impact on the environment.
They are committed to creating a workplace where everyone thrives, regardless of background. Safeguarding is our priority, and all appointments are subject to relevant checks.
Apply today and you will be joining a dynamic and welcoming team, where every member is valued and supported. Enjoy competitive benefits and a chance to make a real impact.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Admin. Office Manager, Administration Officer, School Administrator, Office Admin, Operations Support Officer, Learning Program Officer, Education and Training Administrator, Office and Program Administrator, etc.
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We're seeking a dynamic individual who can mobilise Christians to respond to some of the most pressing humanitarian crises in our world today. This is a new role at Medair UK as we look to broaden and strengthen our engagement with churches across the UK. It's an exciting time to join as we have new partnerships with national church networks commencing.
Medair is a Christian humanitarian organisation that responds to conflict, disease, and disaster so that the world’s most vulnerable and hard-to reach people can live with dignity and hope.
We're looking for someone with a proven track-record of developing and delivering meaningful partnerships with local churches and national networks. You will need to be a relational leader, an effective communicator and a self-starter able to kick-off new initiatives. Ideally you will being first-hand experience of working within a church, a keen understanding of the UK church landscape, and a strong personal network.
This new role presents an opportunity for someone to shape strategy, initiate new activities and be a public voice to this growing network in the UK. You will be a senior and integral part of Medair UK. Through your actions you will inspire churches and Christian audiences to give, pray and even go, working with Medair in our Country Teams. You will enable support for the life-saving work Medair delivers to some of the world’s most vulnerable people by leading our relationships with Churches across the UK.
The role is being advertised as full time, however we are open to part-time working for the right candidate. We are a hybrid team, based out of our office in Kennington, London, with most of the team being in the office once or twice a week. There is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this Medair UK leadership position to be a committed Christian.
Key Activity Areas
External Engagement & Relationship Building
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Lead on our external engagement with churches across the UK, growing the number of churches engaging in the mission of Medair through giving, prayer and awareness raising.
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Develop strategies for raising awareness, creating connections and establishing relationships with an increasing number of new churches with a bias towards those with a younger congregation.
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Collaborate with the Medair UK Director, Trustees and Senior Leadership across Medair in the relationships they hold and can grow.
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Steward relationships with caseload of Churches through effective communication, timely reports and creative touchpoints so that depth of relationship is established with churches that have donated, prayed and engaged with the mission of Medair.
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Work towards an agreed income target each year of churches that are giving towards emergency appeals and contributing unrestricted funds towards our work.
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Deliver Medair’s presence at Christian events including the oversight of volunteers, speakers and staff to maximize our presence at these opportunities.
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Cultivate regular speaking opportunities for yourself and the wider team to deliver in churches, prayer networks and regional gatherings introducing people to the mission of Medair and equipping people to pray for those in crises.
Resource Development & Volunteer Management
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Strengthen Medair UK’s engagement with churches by developing profile raising resources and ensuring all fundraising appeals are designed and delivered to maximise church take-up.
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Oversee the delivery of our monthly prayer email, and ad-hoc prayer resources, as well as working collaboratively with colleagues in Medair UK and the wider group to commission resources that will engage Christian audiences.
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With the support of the Engagement Support Officer co-ordinate all requests for speakers in churches ensuring that a staff member or alumni, is available and well briefed ahead of time.
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Oversee the management the Medair UK alumni network – developing events, online and in-person, personal touchpoints and communications that will encourage this warm audience to keep enthused about Medair and growing our awareness in there networks.
Church Management
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Manage the related tasks of the Engagement Support Officer whose role is split with 60% on Trusts and Foundations, and 40% on Churches and Alumni. This is matrix-management as the Engagement Support Officer is line managed by the Grants Manager.
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Oversee the receipting and acknowledgement of all financial support from churches, using creative ways to thank and steward churches and supporters who generously donate.
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Maintain an up-to-date and accurate record of church relationships on our CRM (salesforce), monitoring engagement events, income targets, key contacts and audience growth.
Internal Liaison
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Liaise with Medair’s Heads of Country Programmes, Country Directors and Communications Officers in order to gather information and data for the purposes of applying and reporting to funders.
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Foster dynamic and mutually beneficial relationships with colleagues across Medair International and the Affiliate Offices, readily sharing engagement products, resources and generously collaborating when there are international opportunities.
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Please note: This post is restricted to women under schedule 9, Part 1, Equalities Act 2010
OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE
The Hospital IDVA (HIDVA) will be part of our dynamic, responsive and highly regarded HIDVA team, providing excellent trauma informed support, crisis intervention, advocacy and advice to survivors in hospitals and health settings, both patients and staff Impacted by domestic abuse.
The HIDVA will also provide advice and training to hospital staff and ensure robust referral pathways are established within the different departments.
We offer an out of hours phone service (Friday evenings and weekend days) together with on-site cover within the hospitals during important events where domestic abuse has been shown to increase, such as Christmas, Bank Holidays, Valentine’s Day and Football Tournaments. The post holder will be expected to participate in the out of hours rota, TOIL and flexible working to recompense for this, as well as overtime for bank holidays/ special events if required on site.
The HIDVA will be based in the Darent Valley Hospital, Dartford, and will be expected to visit other hospitals across the trust from time to time to attend meetings, deliver training and cover other team members. There is also flexibility to work from the Rising Sun main office in Canterbury to attend team meetings, supervision and training.
We are looking for someone with an excellent understanding of domestic abuse and its effects on women and children, who is experienced in supporting survivors with varying needs such as, drugs/alcohol, mental health, homelessness and patients with no recourse to public funds. Experience with Elderly People, Dementia Sufferers and their Carers or knowledge of midwifery would be desirable, although not essential.
You will report to the HIDVA Manager and receive training and an induction into both the hospital work and Rising Sun’s wider services. If unqualified, we will support you to complete a formal domestic abuse qualification.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Support to Survivors
- Be present in the hospitals daily to respond to referrals or requests for domestic abuse advice and to meet with survivors.
- Ensure that survivors are aware of their rights and options and explain the effectiveness of criminal and civil sanctions available to them.
- Produce safety plans with the client, enabling them to assess and manage their own safety.
- Carry out needs assessments, including DASH (Domestic Abuse, Stalking and Honour Based Violence) risk assessment, to effectively deliver holistic, survivor centred support.
- Work in partnership with hospital staff, safeguarding departments and other services e.g. the police, housing, social services, mental health (amongst others) to advocate for survivors and complete referrals to ongoing support services where appropriate.
- Attend Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) meetings and refer service users to MARAC when appropriate.
- Assist clients in gaining access to solicitors, benefits agencies, housing departments, education, medical treatment, counselling, support networks, community groups, employment support etc.
- Recognise, respect and address the needs of survivors who face particular barriers when seeking access to services, including those from minority groups or with protected characteristics
- Safeguard the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk; working within safeguarding policies, Child Protection Procedures and local procedures for safeguarding adults at risk.
- Maintain accurate client records, outcome and monitoring data. Prepare information or reports for the monitoring and evaluation of the service.
- Complete daily ward rounds to raise awareness and identify any potential DA support needs for staff or patients.
- Participate in an out of hours rota, providing an on-call phone support service to hospital staff on Friday evenings and weekend days as timetabled.
Partnership Working and Training
- Promote the HIDVA service in the hospitals and build positive relationships with hospital staff, in particular safeguarding teams and clinicians.
- Attend safeguarding, mental health and frequent attenders meetings to screen patients for potential domestic abuse and provide advice to staff. Together with any other helpful meetings that may arise.
- Deliver training to staff in various health settings across Kent to raise awareness of domestic abuse, safe enquiry and appropriate responding.
General
- Maintain commitment to and work in line with the Rising Sun Framework.
- Uphold the rights of women, children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse, and proactively assess the gender specific, trauma informed needs and the safety of children and women to ensure that any risks/needs identified are addressed, having full regard to Rising Sun Safeguarding Children policy and Safeguarding Adults policy
- Ensure confidentiality on all appropriate matters, and adhere to the requirements of the Data Protection Act.
- Comply with Rising Sun’s policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate a commitment to continued professional development, being responsible for personal learning and keeping up to date on research, relevant legislation, policy and practice, and other literature relevant to the role.
- Work across teams and undertake such other duties, appropriate to the grade and nature of the work, as may reasonably be expected.
This job description sets out the duties of the post at the time it was drawn up and will be reviewed from time to time. Duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot of themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following experience, knowledge, skills and attitudes.
Qualifications
- Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) qualification (desirable)
- Independent Sexual Violence Advocate (ISVA) qualification (desirable)
- Health qualification (desirable)
Knowledge and Experience
- At least 2 years’ experience of working with survivors of domestic abuse, including high risk clients, assessing risks and needs and ability to use professional judgment and make decisions
- Experience of co-producing short and longer term safety and support plans with survivors and their children
- Experience working with the police, social services and MARAC
- Experience of working in a hospital / health setting (desirable)
- Experience working with people with mental health needs, substance misuse, other complex needs (desirable)
- Experience working within maternity/midwifery services (desirable)
- Experience supporting older people (desirable)
- Experience of delivering training (desirable)
- Knowledge of criminal and civil legal remedies and housing law relating to domestic abuse
- Knowledge of domestic abuse risk assessment tools including DASH and understanding of the MARAC process
- A thorough understanding of safeguarding relating to adults with care and support needs and understanding of safeguarding children
- Up to date knowledge of the welfare benefits system and the ability to ensure service users maximise their benefit entitlement (desirable)
- Knowledge of local services and DA Specialists across Kent & Medway (desirable)
Skills and Attitude
- Ability to network face to face and virtually, to develop new contacts and partnerships
- Ability to train professionals on recognising domestic abuse and responding appropriately (desirable)
- Ability to use appropriate institutional advocacy to maximise positive outcomes and use the appropriate reporting mechanisms to highlight persistent or recurring issues that arise
- Ability to motivate yourself and work independently on your own initiative
- Solution focused and creative in approaching new challenges
- Competent using Microsoft office programmes, in particular MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Passionate about the aim and principles of Rising Sun
- Committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and maintaining confidentiality
General
- A commitment to the values and ethos of the Rising Sun
- A good understanding of cultural issues, and commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.
- Able to work some evenings and weekends
- Able to cover some Bank Holidays and cultural events on a rota basis with time off in lieu or overtime where appropriate
- Eligible to live and work in the UK
- Able to drive and have access to a reliable car (the post holder will be required to attend meetings and deliver training across our areas of work)
Equal Opportunities Statement
Rising Sun is an equal opportunities employer. We recognise intersecting identities, and value what having a diverse team brings, both in terms of effectively responding to client needs, and engaging with each other at work. We encourage applicants from all sections of the community; especially from minority groups/groups with a protected characteristic such as B.A.M.E., who are currently underrepresented at Rising Sun. We are disability-friendly, and flexible working is available in the majority of roles. We strive to offer accommodations to all applicants who need them.
Safeguarding Statement
Rising Sun is committed to safeguarding those we provide a service to. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check, a ‘right to work check’ in accordance with UK government Home Office guidelines, and to provide two references.
Benefits
We offer a number of benefits to team members including:
- 25 days annual leave per year
- A bonus day of leave for your birthday
- 3% matched pension contribution
- Access to Rising Sun’s counselling service
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Health care cash plan for you and your children for a number of health treatments (e.g. dental, optical, physiotherapy etc.) and also discounts in shops and attractions
- Up to four weeks sick pay in any 12 month period (eligible after probation period)
Our vision is a world in which all women and children live free from actual or threatened domestic abuse and all forms of violence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At TLG, we’re passionate about building an exceptional staff team that love making a difference to struggling children across the UK. We are continually on the lookout for great people to journey with us and join our vision. An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a graduate to train up in the specialism of Recruitment & Onboarding, who would consider a career in this profession. We are looking for someone who is excited about research, networking, building relationships, and delivering to targets, connecting individuals to a vision, and providing a first-class welcome and integration experience as they join the team.
The individual will be able to build trusted partnerships with internal hiring managers, heads of departments and directors, to work on building talent pipelines for future roles at TLG. They will be trained in all aspects of recruitment and onboarding, working closely with the Head of People & Culture. TLG is interested in an individual that instinctively can make bold decisions, has insightful judgement, and a passion to work both relationally and strategically to maximise all opportunities to connect potential hires to our vision.
The role aims to set TLG apart in our reputation and brand, accelerating our position in the market as one of the most exciting national charities to work for, attracting particularly those passionate about outworking a missional career.
TLG is a Christian charity and, as a team, we want to bring our faith to the work we do; as such, we are recruiting an individual with a strong and vibrant Christian faith. We would welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds to enable us to better reflect the needs of the communities we serve.
Initial Interviews Online: January 15th 2025
Final Interviews In Person: January 22nd 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Us
VoiceAbility is a leading national charity working across the UK to support people, who face disadvantage or discrimination, to achieve their goals and rights and have their voice heard when it matters most.
We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity, where every team member is valued for their unique contributions. Guided by our mission to amplify underrepresented voices, we are committed to professional development, offering tailored opportunities for growth, learning, and leadership. Our values of empowerment, respect, and integrity underpin everything we do, ensuring a supportive environment where both individuals and the organisation thrive in driving meaningful societal change.
We are seeking an exceptional Commercial Director with a strong marketing and commercial sales background, coupled with proven experience in delivering strategic growth in competitive market environments. This pivotal role combines entrepreneurial vision, sales expertise, and operational excellence to drive sustainable revenue growth while strengthening our position as a trusted advocate for underrepresented voices.
Role Purpose
The Commercial Director will be a driving force behind VoiceAbility’s mission, leading the charge in shaping and executing bold growth strategies that secure new revenue streams and enhance the organisation’s reach. Combining proactive entrepreneurial leadership with sharp market intelligence and stakeholder influence, you will deliver measurable results in revenue generation, service expansion, and operational excellence, ensuring VoiceAbility thrives as a not-for-profit leader in a competitive landscape.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Leadership and Growth Execution
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- Implement and oversee the organisation’s long-term growth strategy.
- Translate organisational objectives into actionable marketing and business plans.
- Oversee contract retention and tendering processes to secure new business and revenue.
- Represent VoiceAbility as a credible advocate to policymakers and key stakeholders.
2. Market Expansion and Revenue Growth
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- Identify and exploit new geographic markets, customer segments, and funding streams.
- Strengthen relationships with commissioners, stakeholders, and customers to drive growth.
- Leverage market research and business intelligence to maintain competitiveness.
- Proactively build opportunities to enhance VoiceAbility’s market position.
3. Brand, Marketing, and Public Engagement
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- Strengthen VoiceAbility’s brand positioning as a trusted and influential voice.
- Create strategic partnerships to lead and support multi-channel campaigns to drive public awareness and engagement.
- Use storytelling and data-driven insights to enhance visibility and credibility.
- Ensure the organisation remains visible and respected in its field.
4. Operational Efficiency and Innovation
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- Leverage technological advancements, including AI, to improve operational efficiency and customer engagement.
- Monitor trends and opportunities to ensure strategic readiness and innovation.
5. Team Leadership and Strategic Influence
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- Build and lead a high-performing commercial team, equipping them with the intelligence and tools to drive growth, by utilising their individual strengths
- Foster a collaborative, innovative team culture aligned with organisational objectives.
- Influence policymakers, industry leaders, and stakeholders to achieve VoiceAbility’s strategic mission and vision.
Skills and Competencies
To excel in this role, the successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Strategic and Commercial Expertise: A proven track record of delivering growth, securing contracts, and driving financial performance.
- Sales and Marketing Acumen: Proven ability to develop targeted campaigns, secure new business, and retain client loyalty.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Evidenced expertise in building trusted relationships with commissioners, policymakers, and partners.
- Operational Innovation: Experience leveraging technology, including AI, to enhance service delivery and decision-making.
- Leadership and Team Development: A proven leader with the ability to inspire, develop, and manage high-performing teams.
- Commitment to Diversity: Strong understanding of embracing diverse perspectives in stakeholder engagement and service delivery.
- Professional Credentials: Membership of relevant professional bodies and/or a degree in business administration or marketing is an advantage.
How to Apply: Please click on the apply button to be redirected to the VoiceAbility website.
Closing Date: Friday 3rd January 2025 – 1700hrs
Please note, given the importance and value of this role to the organisation, we will interview suitable candidates who match our criteria on a rolling basis and may appoint before the closing date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. In 2024 we embarked on our new 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.
This is an exciting time to join the Housing First team, an innovative and supportive team offering open-ended, flexible, and intensive support to people who face multiple disadvantages. Housing First is an evidenced based model of support that alleviates homeless for people for whom other models of support may not be able to reach.
Location: Based onsite in Crisis Skylight London, 50-52 Commercial St, E1 6LT, with outreach London-wide
About the role
As a Housing First Coach you will deliver high quality person-centred support, using psychologically and trauma informed approaches, in line with Housing First principles. You will take a bold approach to establishing open and trusting relationships with people who have had long histories of homelessness or in temporary/insecure accommodation, enabling them to access and sustain accommodation and empower them to exercise choice and control over their lives. The team is multi-disciplinary – Coaches, Peer Support Worker, Clinical Psychologist – which allows us to collaboratively formulate innovative approaches to support. The team operates across London, providing numerous opportunities to build impactful partnerships and contribute towards systems change.
About you
To be successful in this role you will be a self-starter, flexible and have experience of working collaboratively as part of a team and with internal and external partners. You may have a background in housing/homelessness support, adult safeguarding, drug or alcohol recovery services or mental health and have significant experience of working within a multidisciplinary setting with the ability to create strong professional relationships and creative solutions. You will have experience of working with people who have faced severe and multiple exclusion and who may have ‘complex needs’; with an understanding of the needs of people who have been homeless for long periods of time. You will be willing and able to provide practical assistance with moving into and maintaining a home – including direct help where necessary with tasks such as shopping, budgeting, cooking, and cleaning. You will also have a knowledge of Housing First and Housing Led approaches and the ability to work within a psychologically informed approach.
Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
Working at Crisis
Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.
Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
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A competitive salary. Please note, our salaries are fixed to counter inequity, and we do not negotiate at offer stage.
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Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy.
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Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
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28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave.
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Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
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Flexible working around the core hours 10am-4pm
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Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly and more! (Full list of benefits available on website)
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.
When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.
How to apply
Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.
Closing date: Sunday 5 January 2025 at 23:55
Interview date and location: Thursday 16 January 2025 at Crisis Skylight London, 50-52 Commercial Street, E1 6LT
Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology for my application?
We strongly discourage applicants from using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. This is so we can run a fair, transparent process which gives all applicants an equitable chance of success. We want to hear about your own experience and perspectives in your application and if shortlisted, during the interview too.
Accessibility
We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help.
Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Director of Programmes
Salary – Highly competitive salary
Location – Hybrid working, split between the Foundation’s office in London and home.
Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of sport and community development? Do you have the strategic vision and leadership skills to shape and deliver transformational programmes that leave a lasting legacy? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
About the Football Foundation
We’re the Football Foundation – the Premier League, The FA and Government's charity that helps communities improve their local football facilities through football grants. This means better games and more players - helping transform communities where demand is greatest, and impact will be strongest. We have ambitious plans and with the support from our funding partners, the Football Foundation is well-supported to continue to invest in community pitches and facilities across the nation.
The role
The Director of Programmes will play a pivotal role in the strategic leadership and management of our Programmes Directorate. Reporting to the Chief Executive and working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will help shape the strategic direction of our key programmes and new business opportunities, driving meaningful progress and measurable results.
As a member of our Senior Management Team (SMT), you will support the CEO in steering the organisation towards continuous improvement and success, serving as a trusted adviser to the Foundation Group Board and Panels, and contributing to the Foundation’s overall strategic vision.
What are we looking for?
We’re looking for a dynamic and visionary leader with a deep understanding of sport, community projects, government strategies, and funding opportunities, underpinned by expertise in participatory sports development. You will bring extensive leadership experience, demonstrating a proven ability to manage performance, balance workloads, and foster positive, supportive team environments. Your skill in navigating multi-stakeholder environments will be essential, ensuring objectives are met, expectations are managed, and performance insights are communicated clearly and effectively.
With a track record of driving key strategies, leading impactful projects, and optimising resources for success, you will translate our organisational strategy into ambitious programmes that inspire partner collaboration and deliver tangible results. You will oversee the management and delivery of our core strategic initiatives, including grass pitches, multisport advisory services, and multi-pitch hubs, ensuring these programmes consistently meet and surpass their goals.
Building on your expertise in designing and delivering innovative programmes, you will take a lead role in developing tech-enabled post-award processes to ensure that grant awards achieve their full potential. By maximising the impact of our funding partners’ significant contributions, you will play a pivotal role in driving the long-term success and sustainability of our shared initiatives.
This is a unique opportunity to shape meaningful programmes that make a lasting difference, working within a collaborative and forward-thinking organisation dedicated to positive change.
Our Four Corners
We refer to our company values as our Four Corners:
· Fair Players – open and inclusive in our approach
· Star Performers – trusted to deliver
· United Team Player – collaborative and easy to work with
· Passionate Supporters – flexible and willing
If you share these values and have the necessary skills and experience for the role, then we look forward to hearing from you.
What can we offer you?
You will start on 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (which increases after 2 years), plus additional time off to volunteer. We also offer a generous pension scheme (8% employer contribution), free health care provision, a monthly gym subsidy, death in service benefit and access to selected match tickets.
We are committed to helping our team members maintain a healthy work-life balance, so offer flexible working around core hours to help achieve that.
Equality and Diversity Commitment
The Football Foundation is committed to, and values the principles of diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all our team feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential. We encourage and welcome applications from all, regardless of background and are particularly interested to hear from individuals belonging to under-represented groups including diverse ethnic communities, individuals with a disability, and those from the LGBTQI+ community.
Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process at either application or interview stage, please contact us at jobs @footballfoundation. org. uk
How do I apply?
If this sounds like the role for you, please follow the steps outlined below to apply.
Please send the following to jobs @footballfoundation. org. uk
o CV
o Cover letter - please highlight briefly and clearly your suitability for the role, together with your reasons for applying (no more than one page of A4).
The closing date for applications is: 23:59, 19th January 2025
1st stage interviews via MS Teams are currently scheduled for 27th and 28th January
2025, with 2nd stage in person interviews to follow
Due to the volume of applications received for most roles, the Foundation only contacts candidates if they are shortlisted for interview. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, you should assume your application has not been successful.
Please note that you must be eligible to work in the UK to apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Mid and North East Essex Mind have a brand-new role and a wonderful opportunity for someone who is driven to achieve results and has demonstrable experience in developing and nurturing relationships at a senior level.
The role will work closely with the senior leadership team to ensure the development and growth of the charity in line with objectives and income aspirations outlined in our strategic and operational plans.
You will be someone with both experience of developing relationships with partners and experience of writing proposals and funding applications.
You will help us serve our communities by identifying opportunities for service development within existing services and working on new service development with operational colleagues ensuring that our lived experience panel is at the heart of what we do. Come and join us and help us to offer hope and support for good mental health, so that no one feels alone.
We are happy for some hybrid working, however this role will require considerable travel within the Mid and North East Essex footprint, so you will have a Full UK driving license and own transport.
We are a real living wage employer and offer our staff a range of health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial benefits to ensure that we fully support our employees. This includes: 36 days holiday including 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time); competitive pension; recruitment referrals, training and development, flexible/agile working; annual wellbeing day; expert supervision and peer support, an extended lunch break each week; onsite parking at most locations; company sick pay based on length of service and a charity worker discount scheme.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce, collaborating with our communities and partners to drive innovation and better decision-making. We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds to try to ensure we better represent our communities.
Join us in creating an environment where everyone feels supported, respected, and valued. Let’s build a community that thrives on inclusivity and mutual respect.
We listen to our communities and offer compassionate and inclusive mental health services, resources, and practical support to promote wellbeing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Age UK Solihull is an independent, local charity and a Brand Partner of the national Age UK. We exist to be here for older people when they need our help and support. We are also the lead partner for the Solihull Community Advice Hubs, providing information, advice and support to all adult residents of Solihull. Over 70 staff and 300 volunteers support our work.
Age UK Solihull is seeking a proactive, experienced Finance Manager. Working part-time, the Finance Manager will have full responsibility for ensuring finance processes are efficient and appropriate, documented and communicated, and followed; maintaining legally compliant financial records and ensuring all necessary returns are completed on time; and reporting on the financial performance of the Charity’s activities. This is a key role in delivering financial information to the Charity’s senior management team and trustees to support them in their decision-making.
Successful candidates will hold a professional accounting qualification (or be part qualified with relevant experience) and will have financial management experience, preferably within a charity environment. You will be naturally analytical, a confident communicator and want to drive efficiencies and contribute to the Charity’s strategies.
Interviews will take place in w/c 13th January 2025.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
This is a fantastic role for an ambitious fundraising expert who likes to roll up their sleeves and combine strategic thinking, with active fund raising and the leadership of a team.
This is an ideal role for someone who is wanting to advance their career by taking on a senior role within the international NGO sector as part of Global Health Partnership’s (GHP’s) Leadership Team.
GHP has a strong track record in securing institutional funding. Our priority now is to build on this track record and further diversify our funding sources and innovate in how we fund our work to achieve greatest impact.
You will enjoy considerable autonomy as you continue to grow GHP’s visibility with external partners and our income, working with the full support of the Chief Executive and Board of Trustees.
Here are the top four things we think you can be excited about:
- Being at the heart of the UK global health community, supporting UK NHS and other health workers to engage internationally, working closely with diverse partners including WHO, UK Government Departments and the NHS.
- Developing your own strategy and team to deliver growth in income across major donors and corporate supporters.
- Working with the recently formed business development team and with colleagues from across the organisation (in the UK and overseas) to identify opportunities for funding and developing bespoke proposals.
- Taking on a leadership role within GHP, contributing to the quality and strategic direction of its global health work.
MAIN RESPONSABILITIES
Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive as a member of the Leadership Team. Responsibilities for Fund raising are distributed across many roles in the organisation, but you will be responsible for the development and delivery of the organisational Fundraising Strategy, paying particular attention to the diversification of our funding portfolio and ensuring all teams are supported to achieve their fundraising goals.
Your main focus will be on diversifying our funding sources, growing our income from major donors and corporate supporters and increasing our effectiveness and reach with trusts and foundations. You will have the autonomy to shape the role and make it your own. We encourage the successful candidate to showcase their creativity and strategic thinking to enhance our profile, attract and retain new donors and to grow income.
You will have impeccable stakeholder management, ensuring our core Partners, Stakeholders, Donors and Trustees receive timely, engaging and trusted updates on our work and impact, and have a positive experience of creating change with GHP.
You will be a positive, flexible, and hands-on team player who is able to create a team around projects and campaigns, as well as build strategic relationships with strategic donors, philanthropists and partners.
WHAT WE OFFER
· Flexible working hours
· Remote working arrangements, with regular travel to London
· Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave benefits
· Confidential Employee Assistance Programme
· 25 days annual leave plus three days off between Christmas and New Year
· Annual learning & development allowance
· 5% employer pension contribution when an employee contributes 3%.
· Cycle to work scheme.
· A friendly, supportive work environment.
HOW TO APPLY
Candidates can apply by submitting a two-page cover letter stating why they are interested in this position, what they would bring to the role and how they fit the person's specification. This letter should be submitted with a CV by midnight Wednesday 8th January 2025, with ‘Head of Fund Raising’ in the subject line. Applicants must be available for interview and assessment over the following two weeks. GHP is an equal-opportunity employer, and any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. The job holder must be able to live and work in the UK. Non-EC nationals will require current and valid permission to work in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.