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Southall Community Alliance is a charity working in Southall that is looking to recruit an experienced, full-time Office Manager to deal with administrative and finance matters.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about working in Southall with its diverse communities and can act as the first point of contact for SCA. Their duties include managing the office budget, dealing with staff issues and establishing and maintaining policies and procedures. Our Office Manager will be the person who keeps our office running smoothly while also enabling fellow employees to succeed in their roles.

This post is subject to a 3 month probation period, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Job Title: Office Manager

Duration: The post is funding dependant and subject to annual review.

Location: Southall Community Alliance, Southall Town Hall, 1 High Street, Southall, UB1 3HA

Hours: 35 hours per week

Salary: £28,000 per annum

Holiday Entitlement: 25 days

Reports to: SCA Director

Duties:

• To be the first point of contact for visitors and service users
• Helping establish and maintain office procedures
• To assist the Director with budgetary control arrangements, maintain accounts, salaries and efficient running of the charity
• To attend and take minutes of SCA Board meetings, Community Forum and other meetings, where required
• To type confidential reports and correspondence, ensuring compliance with GDPR and other statutory requirements and maintain files and the filing systems
• Use a range of software, including email, spreadsheets and databases, to ensure the efficient running of the office
• To ensure the dispatch of agendas, minutes and other relevant material relating to SCA meetings
• To prepare invoices, accounts, petty cash, spreadsheets, SAGE entries and diary management
• To ensure that SCA membership list is up to date 10. Record office expenditure and manage the budget
• Organise the office layout and maintain supplies of stationery and equipment
• Maintain the condition of the office and arrange for necessary repairs
• To respond to customer enquiries and complaints
• Review and update health and safety policies and ensure they are observed
• Arrange regular testing for electrical equipment and safety devices
• Taking inventory of office supplies and order and maintain stationary stocks and other office supplies
• To help maintain and update SCA website and social media
• To allocate work and supervise volunteers and be responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the office Attend training courses and sessions, as may be required
• To ensure inclusion and diversity in all aspects of SCA's operation and work
• To carry out other duties including outreach work, as may be assigned by the Director, from time to time

Person Specification:

Essential Characterisitics:

• Have at least two year’s experience of working in an office environment
• Ability to recruit, manage and supervise volunteers
• Strong IT and typing skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with a wide range of people
• Able to receive visitors and to deal with their queries, signposting to other agencies, where required
• Knowledge of office procedures and practices and advising of timely filing of returns etc
• Understanding of SAGE, bookkeeping, bank reconciliation or able to maintain financial records using web based financial systems
• Can demonstrate experience of purchasing and maintaining stationary stock and other office supplies/ equipment
• Experienced in dealing with work of a confidential nature, ensuring compliance with GDPR and other regulatory requirements
• Ability to prepare meeting agendas, minutes, finance reports and projections
• Experience of preparing newsletters, project monitoring reports, publicity and promotional material
• High standard of computer literacy, including experience of Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Powerpoint etc
• Able to work with project partners and service users from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds within an equal opportunities’ framework
• The ability to manage your workload and supervise others concurrently
• Negotiation and relationship-building skills with a problem-solving approach to work
• Ability to manage SCA’s health and safety responsibilities

Closing date : Thursday 14th November – ONLY completed application forms will be accepted. CV’s are not accepted

Interview date : w/c 25th November 2024

The person we are looking for will be well organised, motivated and aware of the nuanced issues affecting diverse and disadvantaged communities. Their duties include arranging training, workshops and outreach visits to create awareness of human rights legislation and the practical impacts in areas with large, transient communities.

The Outreach Worker will act as primary contact for the project and policy work and ensure good working relationships with a range of key contacts including policy and programmes partners.

This post is funded by The Baring Foundation.

Reports to: SCA Director

Duration: 4 year fixed term contract (with a 3 month probationary period)

Hours: Part-time, 21 hours (3 days) per week

Salary: £22,000 per annum (FTE salary = £36,500)

Location: SCA offices at Southall Town Hall, 1 High Street, Southall, UB1 3HA

Holiday entitlement: 15 days

Duties:

1. Developing and delivering Human Rights Act based rights training workshops and support sessions
2. Analysing human rights law and development in cases and communicating the practical impact of these through outreach visits to local community sector
3. Develop and improve our resources and support sessions on the practical use of UK human rights law
4. Plan and develop human rights information resources, including guides, handbooks, factsheets
5. Arrange short talks for a range of audiences
6. Provide commentary via a range of means including blogs and news pieces (for SCA and for other groups and media), research papers, social media, etc.
7. Use initiative to identify and forge relationships with new partners and forums
8. Act as primary contact for the programme and policy work and ensure effective relationship management and development.
9. Ensure good working relationships with a range of key contacts including policy and programmes partners
10. Attend training courses and sessions, as may be required
11. To ensure inclusion and diversity in all aspects of SCA's operation and work
12. To carry out other duties including outreach work, as may be assigned by the Director, from time to time

Person Specification:

Essential characteristics:

1. Have at least two year’s experience of working in the charity sector, voluntary sector, or the public sector in a role with some similar role and functions
2. Experience of developing and delivering outreach work to build the capacity of people to develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to bring about social change
3. Understanding of working in the charity sector, and in particular what it means to work for positive change whilst not being a campaign group
4. Understanding of human rights law and practice and implications for diverse communities
5. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with a wide range of people
6. Able to receive visitors and to deal with their queries, signposting to other agencies, where required
7. Experienced in dealing with work of a confidential nature, ensuring compliance with GDPR and other regulatory requirements
8. Experience of report writing, preparing newsletters, project monitoring reports, publicity and promotional material
9. High standard of computer literacy, including experience of Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Powerpoint etc
10. Able to work with project partners and service users from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds within an equal opportunities’ framework
11. Work related experience of conducting research either desk-based/legal research and/or participative research directly with stakeholders
12. Excellent self-administration and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks simultaneously to a high standard
13. Gather monitoring data and produce progress reports and work summaries
14. Recruit and train volunteers to assist with project delivery
15. To attend meetings and prepare agendas, minutes and other relevant materials

Closing date: Tuesday 19th November – ONLY completed application forms will be accepted. CV’s are not accepted

Interview date: w/c 2nd December 2024

This post is subject to a 3 month probation period, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Job Title - Research Manager

Contract - Permanent

Work pattern - Full time or 0.8 FTE (for flexible working, including term time working)

Salary - £42,000 - £48,000 per annum (or pro rata)

Location - Flexible, with an expectation of working at Coram’s campus in London on average at least once a week. 

We are looking for someone who is passionate about using their research and evaluation expertise, including involving children, young people and their families in research, to join our growing Impact and Evaluation team to help improve support for vulnerable children and young people, and ultimately make a positive difference in their lives.

About Coram and the team

Established as the Foundling Hospital in 1739, Coram is today a vibrant charity group of specialist organisations, supporting hundreds of thousands of children, young people and families every year from infancy to independence. We champion children’s rights and wellbeing, making lives better through legal support, advocacy, adoption and our range of therapeutic, educational and cultural programmes.

Coram’s vision for children is a society where every child has the best possible chance in life, regardless of their background or circumstances.

Building on our legacy as the first and longest continuing children’s charity, we have launched the Coram Institute for Children, the dedicated research and development organisation for children. The Institute will be instrumental in realising this vision by acting as a catalyst for change and collaboration, seeking evidence-based solutions to the challenges facing children in the 21st century in policy, law and practice.

The Impact and Evaluation team sits within Coram’s Institute for Children. Our team consists of 14 Researchers and a Research Coordinator, along with a network of around 15 research associates, pro bono analysts and peer researchers. We carry out qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods research with children and young people, which often involves parents and carers and the professionals who support them.

As a team, are values are to be child-centred, rigorous, grounded in experience, collaborative and impactful. We are dedicated to delivering child-centred research to ensure their voice is at the forefront of our work. We use co-design and participatory research methods to challenge power imbalances within research and work with marginalised groups.

Our work includes a diverse range of evaluation designs from feasibility studies and process evaluations through to large-scale, multi-site experimental and quasi-experimental impact evaluations. We work with a range of partners including Foundations, the Youth Endowment Fund, Department for Education, local authorities, the NHS, and universities as well as other third sector organisations. We also work in-house to support the Coram group of children’s charities to help evaluate their effectiveness and assess the impact of their work.

This role will be based in Coram’s Impact and Evaluation team which sits at the heart of Coram’s Institute for Children dedicated to improving the life chances of children. This role will play an important part in building the Institute and the strategic direction of the team. The role offers exciting opportunities to work within the Coram’s Impact and Evaluation team to lead a portfolio of mixed methods research projects and evaluation studies. As well as build links across Coram as well as externally with research partners and universities to pursue research dedicated to improving the lives of children and young people.

About the role

The Research Manager will play an important role in working with the Head of Impact and Evaluation and across Coram to develop and expand work of the team within Coram’s Institute for Children.

Working within Coram’s growing Impact and Evaluation team (which currently includes eight permanent researchers) the Research Manager will lead the delivery of high quality, innovative qualitative and quantitative studies including externally commissioned research and evaluation to support the improvement of policy and practice for vulnerable children, young people and their families. This will include implementation and process evaluations with children/young people, parents/carers and professionals as well as quasi-experimental and experimental impact evaluations.

We welcome applications from mixed-methods, quantitative and qualitative researchers who have knowledge of a range of research methods and evaluation approaches. We are dedicated to delivering child-centred research to ensure their voice is at the forefront of our work. We use co-design and participatory research methods to challenge power imbalances within research and work with marginalized groups.

The Research Manager will work with colleagues across Coram and with external partners in local authorities, central government, businesses and other third sector organisations. They will have the opportunity to shape the work of the Institute by designing new research funding bids, responding to tender opportunities and developing our academic partnerships.

The role also comes with a range of personal and professional benefits including dedicated time for continuous professional development, 25 plus days of annual leave, regular team reflective practice sessions and flexible working arrangements.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced research manager who has a passion for innovative, participatory research to take the initiative to design and deliver high-quality evidence which improves policy and practice for children, young people and their families.

Coram is an equal opportunities employer and we are genuinely committed to encouraging candidates from all sections of the community we seek to support. This includes those from global majority groups, those that identify as LGBQT+, those with disabilities, those with lived experience of care, those with neuro-diversity, and those from other groups who are underrepresented in research roles. If applicants feel comfortable, we would encourage them to draw on lived experience in their personal statement as part of their application.

To apply for this role, please click on the 'apply now' button below to complete the application.

Closing date: 5pm on 15/11/2024

Interview dates: week of 25/11/2024

We will also make any reasonable adjustments at the interview stage for applicants invited to interview to support inclusivity.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and where appropriate will require the successful applicant to undertake a check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Registered Charity No. 312278.

Key information

Location: London, Manchester, Bristol, Newcastle, or Nottingham.

Hours: 37.5 hours

Start date: December 2024  or January 2025 (we are happy to work with you and your notice period)

Duration: Permanent

Salary: £39,865 - £42,745 per annum if based in London. £37,290 -£40,100 per annum if based in Manchester, Nottingham, Newcastle or Bristol, plus a £312 yearly tax-free work from home allowance.

Application deadline: Sunday 24th November 2024, 5pm

Early applications are encouraged, as we will assess applications and schedule interviews on an ongoing basis.

About upReach

Do you think that your socio-economic background should determine your career prospects?

upReach’s vision is of a society in which everybody has an equal opportunity to realise their full career potential. Our work is important because right now a student from disadvantaged background who gains a first-class degree from a top university is less likely to secure an elite job than a more privileged student with a 2.2. 

We are an award-winning charity employer working to address this issue in partnership with employers and universities. We help undergraduates from lower socioeconomic backgrounds achieve their career potential by providing an intensive programme of support that addresses socio-economic barriers to graduate employment. 

To find out more about how we support our students, visit our website and read our Annual Report, and Impact Report. 

Role overview 

upReach is seeking to hire a Product Operations Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in our digital transformation journey within upReach’s product and tech team. You will be responsible for ensuring our existing tools are supported operationally while helping to oversee the efficient transformation of our digital products, implementing low-code/no-code solutions and AI technologies, and ensuring these tools are effectively integrated across all departments. You will work closely with both technical and non-technical teams to optimise processes, foster innovation, and drive the adoption of digital solutions. Your expertise will be crucial in monitoring product performance, generating insights, and guiding strategic decisions to expand and improve the technology we use to drive our mission to transform social mobility in the UK.

This position would be suited to individuals who are committed to upReach's mission and have an understanding of, and empathy with, the challenges facing those from lower-socio-economic backgrounds. 

Our values

upReach upholds the following values:

• Perseverance

• Integrity

• Advocacy

• Aspiration

• Proactivity 

Skills 

The ideal candidate for the Product Operations Manager role will bring with them the following skills:  

• Problem solving

• Attention to detail

• Managing competing priorities within a varied workload

• Agile working

• Resilience

Experience 

To be successful, it is anticipated that you would have prior experience in product management, product operations or operations in a technology environment:

• Multiple years experience as a Product Manager, Product Operations Manager or Operations Manager delivering excellent software

• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and product management frameworks

• Knowledge of tech capabilities and how tech can be used to solve issues

• Experience working with developers (especially 3rd party)

• Experience managing data and understanding the use of data

• Experience in managing competing priorities whilst maintaining an exceptional eye for detail, including ability to identify tech bugs and anticipate future issues

• The ability to communicate effectively with technical and non technical specialists, with exceptional stakeholder management skills.

• Experience in dealing with complexity and working independently to find solutions to problems

• University degree in any discipline, or equivalent experience.

Desirable experience:

• Experience in digital transformation and change management

• Experience in managing 3rd party developers

• Knowledge of GDPR legislation and regulations

Responsibilities

You will contribute to upReach's mission, by having full ownership of product operations in multiple product areas and leading on operations within our development team to discover and deliver value to our beneficiaries through our technology.

Core responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with the Head of Product to implement our product strategy and vision including our digital transformation strategy.

• Lead the implementation of low-code/no-code platforms and AI technologies to streamline operations and enhance service delivery.

• Work closely with the Programmes team and external partners to ensure successful integration of digital tools across upReach.

• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

• Develop and provide training programs to ensure staff are equipped to use new technologies effectively.

• Collaborate with the product team to establish metrics and monitoring systems to evaluate product performance and impact

• Contribute to upReach's strategic planning by providing insights and recommendations based on product performance and technological trends.

Team Culture & Benefits: 

By joining the upReach team, you will be joining a team who are committed to supporting you in your career journey and fostering an inclusive culture. 

We offer: 

• Flexible and hybrid working.

• Statutory Holiday Entitlement of 25 days and bank holidays. This increases to 2 additional days after 2.5 years and then to 3 additional days after 5 years of working with us. 

• Birthday leave.

• Enhanced Parental Leave beyond statutory requirements for all team members. 

• 3% Pension Contribution, this increases to 5% after 5 years of working with us. 

• Cycle-to-work scheme.

• Monthly socials.

• Dedication to Staff Wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aid Training. 

• Personal Development Budget, activated after 6 months in the role.

• The opportunity to participate in our fantastic staff networks: 

  • Disability and Inclusion Network

  • Ethnic Minorities Network 

  • Green Network 

  • LGBTQ+ Network

  • Mindfulness Network

  • Parents and Carers Network 

  • Socio-economic Background Network

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to making our recruitment process inclusive. All applications will be blind screened, and our job packs are available in Braille, large text or another format upon request. We can provide reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment application process and on the job, and we'll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible.

upReach is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, social background or any other protected class. We support workplace diversity and believe it creates dynamic and effective organisations. We are working hard to increase diversity in our team and would particularly welcome applications from ethnic minority candidates.

Ashinaga UK is seeking a driven and well-organised Partnerships Manager to propel our fundraising efforts, with the goal of advancing the Ashinaga Africa Initiative by securing funding to create new scholarships and opportunities for orphaned youth. This role will play a key part in expanding our impact and supporting the education and leadership development of young leaders from sub-Saharan Africa.

The Ashinaga movement was founded in Japan in the 1960s and has since expanded across the globe, empowering over 110,000 orphaned youth with access to education and support to achieve their full potential. The Ashinaga Africa Initiative was launched 10 years ago with the aim of equipping future leaders for Africa through undergraduate scholarships and leadership development opportunities. Ashinaga UK is proud to be part of this global movement, contributing to the mission of transforming lives and communities through education. Our work is primarily in the UK through collaboration with key university partners and donors. 

The Partnerships Manager will be responsible for securing and building funding partnerships, overseeing external communications, and spearheading grant applications. The Partnerships Manager will work closely with the Managing Director. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Work with the Managing Director to develop and execute the fundraising strategy. 
• Manage existing funding partnerships and establish new relationships to further Ashinaga UK’s mission. 
• Secure partnerships with corporations, foundations, individual donors, and UK universities. 
• Identify new funding opportunities, cultivate relationships, write proposals, and report on progress. 
• Write high-quality grant proposals to secure funding from grant-making bodies. 
• Oversee the partnerships database, donor reporting, and contribute to the annual Charity Commission trustee report. 
• Create external communication materials, including website content and promotional materials. 
• Collaborate with key team members to develop partnerships related to scholarship programming and opportunities for scholarship recipients. 
• Plan and coordinate external-facing events, such as donor receptions, corporate sponsor events, and webinars to enhance engagement and raise awareness of Ashinaga UK's mission.

Essential Criteria 

• Right to work in the UK.
• Candidates must be based in the London area or able to commute. The role requires working from the office one to two days per week. 
• Proven track record in establishing and nurturing partnerships to advance a charity’s mission. 
• Strong experience forming and managing new funding partnerships successfully. 

Desired Criteria 

• Proven track record of leading successful fundraising projects and winning funding. 
• Ability to strategize and develop innovative approaches to engage potential donors and advance them along a partnership ladder. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences, including corporate partners, individual donors, and internal stakeholders. 
• Demonstrate experience in writing compelling proposals to secure funding from grant-making bodies. 
• Knowledge of the charity sector and fundraising regulations. 
• Experience fundraising within the international development, widening participation and/or education sector. 
• Experience planning and coordinating events, such as donor receptions, corporate sponsor events, and webinars. 
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with organisational objectives. 
• Ability to create new or upgrade existing processes and structures to allow for the effective delivery of strategy. 
• Able to efficiently use a wide range of online tools, including spreadsheets, databases, and cloud-based applications. 
• Experience using CRM systems to manage and analyse data and produce reports. 
• Ability to work in French and/or Portuguese is a plus but not essential. 

Personal Characteristics 

• Passion for Ashinaga UK's mission: A genuine commitment to empowering orphaned youth through education and supporting the Ashinaga Africa Initiative's mission. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills: Strong relationship-building abilities, with the capacity to engage and manage a variety of stakeholders, including donors and corporate partners. 
• Adaptable and resourceful: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with some degree of ambiguity, able to create processes that may not yet exist and get involved in projects that may require learning new skills. 
• Organised and detail-oriented: High level of attention to detail in managing data, preparing reports, and ensuring accuracy in all communications and documentation. 
• Self-motivated: Ability to work independently, take initiative, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision. 
• Collaborative mindset: Willingness to work closely with colleagues, volunteers, and external partners to achieve shared goals. 

Other Information 

• Ashinaga UK takes a flexible approach to working, with core hours and an understanding and consideration for work life balance and personal commitments. 
• Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis, so we encourage early applications. 
• Ashinaga Association in the UK is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and ensuring that all job applicants receive fair treatment, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Approach Social Work (formerly known as the Frontline programme)

Designed and delivered by social work charity Frontline, we teach social work differently. By blending learning and practice, what you discover in theory is eased into real-life settings, supervised by a social worker. Gaining your postgraduate diploma within 12 months, will be the first step in your life-changing career.

You’ll learn how to connect with children, young people, parents and carers. How to gain all important trust, so a family opens their door to you again. You’ll gain the technical knowledge and build on your relational skills. We’ll give you the time and support to develop your approach, with confidence. 

You earn while you learn, and once you gain your qualification you’ll step right into a job. And through our Frontline Fellowship, you’ll join a network of peers intent on transforming social work practice in England.

Be part of something bigger. Join the next generation of social workers.

What’s in it for you?

• Earn as you learn with a salary of up to £34,000 from year two.  
• Qualify as a social worker and complete a fully funded master's degree. 
• Get high-quality training and supervision from experienced social workers, academics and coaches in a rich, supportive environment. 
• Become part of the Frontline Fellowship and receive ongoing support and training throughout your career.

What to expect as a trainee social worker

Year 1:

• Start with five weeks of intense online study, including five in-person sessions, led by experts in social work theory.
• Begin your 12-month placement in a local council social work team, where you'll work closely with fellow trainees and an experienced social worker. You'll gradually take on more responsibility in supporting children and families.
• Qualify as a social worker by the end of your first year.

Year 2:

• Manage your own caseload, building on your skills and confidence.
• Engage in ongoing study to further develop your professional abilities.
• Receive continued support from Frontline tutors, your employer and fellow trainees.

Year 3:

• Conduct a research project and complete the academic credits needed for your fully-funded social work master's degree.
• Receive leadership coaching to enhance your professional capabilities.

Who we’re looking for 

We are looking for your potential to become an outstanding children’s social worker and leader, empowering families to achieve positive change. No specific experience is required to apply. We value diverse perspectives and experiences and a commitment to advocating for the communities’ social workers serve. We're dedicated to fostering diversity in our programme and supporting applicants from underrepresented backgrounds.

You will also meet the following criteria: 

• Have at least a 2.2 (predicted or obtained) in an undergraduate honours degree (or international equivalent) 
• Have obtained GCSE English Language at Grade C/4 or above (or approved equivalent qualification) 
• Possess the right to work and study in the UK (including access to public funds) for the duration of the programme (until September 2028) 
• Be resident in England by the time the programme commences 
• Not be a qualified social worker

Be part of something bigger. Join the next generation of social workers.

Foundation and Trust Administrator - Part-time (3 days working broadly office hours)

Location - Home based with occasional travel including to London, Birmingham and Stratford Upon Avon

The Rigby Foundation is the charity of the Rigby Family and their wholly owned family business, the Rigby Group PLC.  In 2023, the Trustees appointed an Executive Director, the Foundation’s first member of staff, to support them in setting their future strategy. The Foundation is now a place-based funder, with donations focussed on the West Midlands. 

Support is prioritised for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds aged between eleven years and twenty-five years, and on evidence-based charity programs that enable young people to succeed in education and have the chance of securing meaningful employment.

The Sir Peter Rigby Charitable Trust is Sir Peter’s newly established personal charity.  The strategy for the Trust is in development, with current support focussed on partnerships with two leading UK universities. 

The Executive Director oversees both The Rigby Foundation and The Sir Peter Rigby Charitable Trust, and is now looking to create a small dynamic team to include a Partnerships Manager and Administrator.  The Team will work closely together to ensure that Rigby Foundation funded programs enable the best possible outcomes for young people in the West Midlands, and that The Sir Peter Rigby Charitable Trust facilitates Sir Peter’s giving strategy once this is confirmed.

Prospectus is delighted to be working with the Rigby Foundation to recruit an Administrator to join this small and growing team.

The role:

This important role will be responsible for supporting administrative systems across both charities, working closely with the Executive Director on the following activities:
 

• Ensuring all requisite policies and procedures are in place for both charities
• Preparing Board papers and facilitating Trustee meetings
• Assisting with annual statutory reporting and audit processes
• Working with the ED to produce annual budgets
• Administering and processing all donation payments
• Responding to all internal and external requests for information
• Supporting staff matched fundraising
• Supporting Rigby Group staff involvement in Foundation and Trust activities
• Offering broader administrative support to the Executive Director.

The role requires substantial experience of governance, Trustee support, financial admin, managing diaries, meetings and travel as well as offering broader admin support wherever needed.

The person:

The successful candidate will have substantial experience of providing broad administrative support to an organisation ideally in the charity, grant-making or education sector. Helpful, organised and resourceful, this person will be able to juggle multiple tasks, to prioritise effectively and to plan ahead to meet deadlines.  A great communicator, this person will also be a real team player, proficient in all MS Office packages including Excel and Powerpoint with solid experience of having worked as a PA or similar type of role.

More broadly, this person will be enthusiastic and committed to the valuable work of  both charities.

Are you passionate about making sure that unpaid family carers have the chance use their experiences to improve practice in health and social care and to improve carer-awareness in the wider community?

Role: This is a great opportunity to recruit and support carers to take part in internal and external education and training sessions and to expand the number of organisations we work with.

About you:

• Excellent communication, relationship building and networking skills
• Able to actively engage learners and encourage group participation with guiding questions to ensure clarity, focus and constructive learning takes place.
• Good time management with the ability to manage a diverse workload and prioritise and plan effectively so that deadlines are met
• Able to provide accessible and professional external and internal information
• Competent with a range of software programmes including Microsoft Windows
• Hold a driving licence and access to a vehicle

Oversee on a day to day basis the work or Leicester City of Sanctuary.  Play a pivotal part in welcoming asylum seekers and refugees in and around Leicester, and support them to rebuild their lives, develop their skills and feel part of the community.

Following receipt of a 5-year National Lottery grant, we are looking for someone to take on leadership of our small staff team and brilliant volunteers as we continue to welcome asylum seekers and refugees in and around Leicester.

The ideal candidate will have experience of strategic oversight and delivery of services within the charity sector and of managing a team. We are looking for someone with personal commitment to our work and the people we do it with.

This post is full-time - salary £30-33k (depending on experience)

Please see job description and person specification for more detail.More information also available on our website. 

To apply : eFollow instructions in the Job Description.

For more information on the role or to discuss your suitability please contact Chair of Trustees 

Are you a major donor fundraising specialist, ready to make your mark tackling health inequalities for people affected by cancer in the North West?

Working for the region's leading cancer charity as their brand-new Philanthropy Manager, you'll put the region's cancer needs first by funding world-class research and award-winning campaigns to tackle the cause, improve the care and find the cure for cancer.

Salary: £40-45k
Contract: Permanent, full time or reduced hours
Location: Homebased with regular travel to HQ In Liverpool and across North West
Benefits: 25 days (+ bank and Christmas closure), 5% employer pension contribution
Culture: Flexible, supportive, able to work with autonomy

About the charity

Living in the North West, we're 25% more likely to be diagnosed with cancer than elsewhere in the UK and many cancers are much more common across the region. The region also suffers from extreme social-deprivation and health inequalities which, when combined, lead to a lower-than-average life-expectancy and poorer quality of life for our communities.

As the charity's first Philanthropy Manager, you'll support high-net-worth individuals to tackle inequality head on and channel their passion to drive change for local communities.

What will you be fundraising for?

This charity has consistently punched above its weight, achieving an impact beyond its size.

Since 2000, they have invested over £45m in vital research activities in the region's top Universities, constantly pushing the boundaries forward in the fight against cancer.

Your fundraising will support influential, region-wide initiatives, including award-winning public health campaigns. Recent fundable projects include a groundbreaking annual Regional Report on cancer and the innovative Lab-Coat Learning education programme for the region's schools.

There is so much to engage and excite major donors who care about improving outcomes for people in the North West. It's all about levelling the playing field for people living with the harsh reality of a cancer diagnosis.

About you

You'll be joining a passionate and well-established fundraising team. The Board and senior leadership are realistic about what it takes to get major donor fundraising off the ground.

Starting from fairly modest beginnings means there is a blank canvass and plenty of opportunity to bring fresh ideas and approaches. There is a genuine understanding that effective major donor fundraising requires strong foundations and a realistic lead-in time to see positive results. You'll be given the freedom to develop and deliver your own philanthropy strategy, analysing opportunities and challenges, and leading from the front.

Ideally you'll come with experience of working closely with individuals in previous roles, have a proven track-record of making high-value asks and be comfortable working to targets.

The role requires someone with emotional intelligence and exceptional communication skills. It's vital that you're a team player - someone who brings out the best in other people.

If you're driven by making a difference in the fight against cancer, then step forward: we'd absolutely love to hear from you.

Please send a copy of your profile or CV to Ellen Drummond at Charity People as the first step.

Deadline: 9am on Wednesday 13^th November

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

Liberty is looking for an exceptional Policy & Campaigns Officer.

This position, which sits in the Policy & Campaigns team, plays a key role in developing and implementing Liberty’s policy and campaigning priorities: undertaking high quality research, influencing decision makers, building coalitions, producing policy and campaign materials, providing policy input to strategic litigation, and building public and political support for Liberty’s work.

We are seeking someone who holds Liberty’s values and ambitions close to their heart, as we work to ensure everyone in the United Kingdom is treated fairly, with dignity and respect. This is a key role in securing the long-term policy change needed to protect the human rights and civil liberties of everyone who lives in the UK.

Policy & Campaigns Officers monitor and respond to policy threats to our human rights frameworks, to our rights to protest and to live free from discrimination. They work with political players and civil servants to steer policy and legislation. They produce high-quality, persuasive content and translate complex legal and policy arguments in a clear and compelling way for mass audiences. They lead and support other human rights and civil society organisations, lending expertise and building solidarity. We have worked with civil society to fight back against the Police, Crimes, Sentencing and Courts Act 2022 and the Public Order Act 2023 and to see off threats to our Human Rights Act.

We are looking for a strategic thinker who brings a collaborative approach to their work. You will have policy and research experience in human rights, or a related field such as the equality sector or social welfare sector. You will have a strong understanding of how to secure policy change in challenging political environments.

You will have a strong commitment to Liberty’s anti-oppression values and strategy.

Liberty fully embraces flexible working and is committed to employee development. We aim to encourage people from all backgrounds to work with us and are particularly interested in hearing from people from minority backgrounds and all socio-economic sections of society. Liberty supports hybrid working, with a minimum of two days per week in the Westminster office.

The deadline for applications is Midnight Sunday 24 November 2024.

Applications received after this deadline will not be considered.

Please be aware that we do not accept CVs for this role. All applicants must complete the application form to apply.

First round interviews will be held on the week commencing 2 December 2024

Second round interview will be held on the week commencing 9 December 2024

Apply via the job board on our website.

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives and address health inequalities?
Do you want to play a pivotal role in empowering individuals to take control of their health and wellbeing? If you're a motivated, compassionate individual with a knack for building connections and promoting positive life changes, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

We’re excited to announce a fantastic opportunity to join our dynamic team in Southwest London. You’ll be helping to launch and shape an innovative Health and Wellbeing Coaching & Social Prescribing Service based at St Georges Hospital within the Red Cell Pain Management & Psychology department and you will be employed by Merton Connected - Merton Social Prescribing. In this role, you will be at the heart of a life-changing initiative, working with patients affected by sickle cell disease and thalassemia. You’ll be helping them connect to vital community services, manage their health, and reduce isolation.

About the Role:

As a Health & Wellbeing Coach and Social Prescriber, you will:

• Use your coaching skills to support patients in developing self-management strategies, achieving personal goals, abd improving their physical, mental and social health
• Help reduce clinical workload by linking patients with local non-clinical services such as social activities, education, housing, employment support, and more.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and local agencies to build a robust referral network, ensuring patients have access to comprehensive support.
• Play a vital role in promoting the benefits of social prescribing and coaching to both clinical staff and patients, fostering a personalised care approach.

You’ll be joining a team committed to making lasting improvements in health and social outcomes, helping patients regain control of their lives, and offering support that goes beyond traditional medical treatment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage with individuals living with long-term health conditions and connect them with community-based services that address their holistic needs.
• Offer one-on-one coaching sessions, helping patients identify goals and build self-confidence in managing their health and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with local voluntary, social care, and health services to ensure a seamless patient experience.
• Promote awareness of the social determinants of health, such as housing, employment, and social isolation, and help patients overcome these barriers.
• Maintain accurate records of interactions and service delivery to contribute to evaluation and reporting.

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to be part of an innovative, growing service that has celebrated its 7th year of transforming lives in the Merton area.
• The chance to work with an inspiring, supportive team and a variety of partners across statutory, voluntary, and community sectors.
• Ongoing professional development and training to stay up-to-date with the latest coaching and social prescribing practices.
• A collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment, where your contributions will directly influence the health and wellbeing of the local community.

What We’re Looking For:

• 2+ years of experience in health coaching, motivational interviewing, counselling or a similar framework that supports individuals in making health, lifestyle and other changes.
• A strong understanding of personalised care, person-centred approaches, and the ability to support self-management.
• Proven experience working in multi-disciplinary teams across health, social care, and community settings.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust with a diverse range of people.
• A proactive and self-motivated approach, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

More information about the role | How to Apply: 

• 21 hrs per week - 3 days  - 9 - 5 pm - including Wednesday - Friday on site
• 1 year fixed term contract (with extension for another 11 months for the second part of the pilot; if the pilot is successful it might be funded for longer)
• £ 32,964 per annum pro-rata - plus 5% pension, includes Outer London Weighting, generous annual leave and excellent training opportunities
• Closing date for applications:Tuesday 26th November 2024 (midnight)
• Please ensure that you fill in your application using the job specification headlines.
• Formal interviews will be held on Monday 9th December 2024
• Applicants will be notified by email if they are to be invited for an interview a day before the interview date

 Join Us:

This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a transformative service, where your work will have a direct impact on improving the lives of people living with complex health conditions. If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role in an innovative environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Please fee free to make enquiries about this role. Contact Marina, Kelly and Yvonne.

Job description

Digital Communications Manager 

Job Location: Hybrid, with two days a month working from our London (Victoria) offices and/or at our members’ events in line with the role. After passing probation, up to six weeks ‘super remote’ working per year, where you can work anywhere in the world.  

Holiday: 27 days per year, plus 3-day winter shut down, plus eight flexible bank holidays (annual leave is pro-rated to 0.6 FTE) 

Hours: 22.5 hours per week (0.6 FTE)  

About the Fair Education Alliance 

The Fair Education Alliance (FEA) unites nearly 300 member organisations under a shared vision that no child’s educational success is limited by their socio-economic background. Our members (charities and social enterprises, think tanks, businesses and foundations, youth organisations, unions, universities and schools) are working collectively to create an inclusive system.

Why we need you 

Effective communications are crucial if we are to achieve our vision, and we need our digital communications to take centre stage. This is an exciting new role for someone who has experience in digital communications and marketing and wants to play a significant part in a small but influential organisation. 

In 2024 we are redefining our Communications Strategy, and you’ll be at the heart of this change. Working with our Head of Communications and work area leads, you will manage and develop our digital channels to reach key audiences, drive engagement with our member organisations, and increase public awareness of educational inequality. You will have a creative and engaging approach to content creation, working closely with the Secretariat and Alliance members.

If you are a digital communications all-rounder, then this role is for you. In a typical day you could be speaking to our Youth Steering Group, creating content to support the launch of our latest report, building our email newsletter, or developing social media strategy to engage key policy influencers.

You will be equally at home managing day-to-day tasks, creating compelling content, and shaping strategy. You will be able to balance a data-informed approach with an instinct for good content.

What we’re asking of you 

Leading the delivery of our brand and communications across all digital channels 

• Create and deliver content across our social media channels that engages our audiences so we can achieve our objectives. 
• Champion our members and their activities, involving members in content creation and digital campaigns. 
• Work with area leads to develop and deliver organic and paid digital marketing campaigns and activities. 
• Ensure our website is regularly updated with relevant and timely content. 
• Manage our regular email newsletters, including our weekly Member Bulletin. Compile content, schedule contributors and build email campaigns.

Supporting development and delivery of communications strategy 

• Support the Head of Communications and Senior Leadership Team to develop a sustainable, effective communications strategy. 
• Develop channel strategies to grow audiences and increase engagement.
• Ensure digital communications activity is well planned, with clear objectives and metrics, in line with our communications strategy.
• Establish clear ways of working and guidelines, where appropriate, and ensure best practice is followed by staff and contributors. 

Managing and monitoring our digital channels 

• Monitor our social media channels, identifying opportunities and risks. Where appropriate, escalate risks to Head of Communications and agree mitigation. 
• Regularly respond to comments and posts on our social media channels 
• Ensure channel analytics are recorded and analysed, and learnings applied. Provide data and analysis for quarterly board reports, as well as monthly communications briefings.
• Monitor search engine performance and look for opportunities to create SEO-friendly content. 

See attached Job Description for all essential and desirable skills and how to apply. 

Can you help us champion the cause of low-income households?

Closing date: Friday 1st November 2024.

The cost-of-living crisis has hit lower income households hard. Many are using high cost credit to meet the cost of essentials. Many are weighed down by debt problems.

We're a registered charity on a mission to improve the way that credit is provided and create better support and solutions for people who are struggling with debt. We conduct high quality research and test out innovative solutions. We're now seeking an External Affairs Lead to ensure we achieve maximum impact.

Working with our Chief Executive, you'll be responsible for developing and implementing our stakeholder engagement strategy and will lead our external communications and engagement, including with respect to Parliamentarians, regulators, funders, and the media. 

This a key position in our small but developing organisation, and the role requires a deep commitment to our mission and values. The successful applicant will have a wide range of skills and experience, including with respect to stakeholder engagement, marketing and communications, effective team working and project management.

Job Description

Salary Range: £38,000 to £45,000. 

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week. Consideration will be given to four day working and other flexible arrangements. 

Pension: Company pension scheme with NEST, with employer contributions at 6% of salary. 

Term: Fixed for 12 months, with an intention to extend. 

Reporting to: Chief Executive. 

Location: Remote, but with a requirement to attend physical team planning meetings four times per year in locations around the UK (expenses covered).

Probationary period: 6 months. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Helping to develop our policy positions and approaches, including by preparing draft papers on public policy issues. 

• Designing and implementing communications and policy campaigns, developed in conjunction with other members of CfRC’s staff team. 

• Supporting launches of CfRC publications by drafting and distributing media releases, utilising social media, and creating clear engagement plans, identifying which stakeholders to engage with and how that can best be achieved. 

• Drafting briefings, speaking points and speeches concerning CfRC positions for internal/external stakeholders. 

• Representing CfRC in the media and at key external meetings including in Westminster. 

• Helping to develop, and subsequently implement our overarching stakeholder strategy, including by monitoring and reporting its outcomes. 

• Horizon scanning and working closely with other CfRC staff to analyse legislative/policy/ research initiatives impacting our priorities. 

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience 

University Degree (2:1 or above), or equivalent experience, in a relevant field such as Public Policy, Political Science, or wider social sciences (Essential).

Experience of stakeholder management: you have experience of building a stakeholder network and maintaining this. You will be able to design tailored and creative plans of how to best liaise with stakeholders and promote CfRC and its objectives (Essential).

Experience of running media (including social media) campaigns (Essential).

Experience of working with stakeholders, including Parliamentarians and Government, with respect to poverty/ low-income issues (Desirable).

Skills 

Demonstrated project management skills: able to develop a plan, drive forward progress with stakeholders, incorporating their feedback, and ensuring plans remain on track (Essential).

Initiative and Collaborative: you are able to work on your own initiative and also collaborate effectively with others as part of a team (Essential).

Excellent communication skills, verbal and written. You have a proven ability to communicate with stakeholders at all levels, write clear and tone-appropriate briefs, and engaging copy for different stakeholder channels (Essential).

Knowledge 

Knowledge of current policy issues relating to credit use, financial exclusion, and debt amongst lower income households (Desirable).

Knowledge of, and commitment to, equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice (Essential).