Volunteer Services Officer Jobs

In this varied and versatile role you will work as part of the communications team to raise the charity’s profile and celebrate its positive impact for patients and NHS staff.  You'll work closely with the charity’s grants, arts, volunteering and fundraising teams to promote key activities.You’ll play an active role in ensuring the team’s aims and objectives are met, using a range of communications approaches including internal comms, digital marketing and public relations. You'll work collaboratively with our partner NHS Trust’s communications team on a day-to-day basis. You’ll take the lead in creating written, photographic and video content for a range of communication channels.  You'll support the wider team by representing the charity at events, monitoring and evaluating performance, gathering feedback from surveys and helping to measure the impact of our work.

We are a local charity to Broxbourne and East Herts. We support local voluntary organisations and empower local community groups. We also deliver a variety of funded initiatives that support health and wellbeing and employment and skills. We operate across four themes: Engaging Residents, Supporting Health and Wellbeing, Helping Groups, and Employment and Skills.

We are looking for a HR manager who shares our passion for supporting the community to join our team. This will be a new role to the organisation and will play a vital part in supporting the organisation to deliver the wide variety of services the charity manages. Working closely with the CEO and senior management the role will provide day-to-day support while also addressing the longer-term ambitions of the organisation.

Skills and Qualities

Essential:

• Chartered CIPD membership and / or postgraduate qualification in either Human Resources Management or Employment Law, or working towards these qualifications
• Generalist HR experience and a good working knowledge of HR systems
• Experience at recruitment interviewing and assessment, including at a senior level
• First-hand experience of providing HR support for organisational change
• Experience of writing and implementing employment policies and procedures
• Excellent verbal, presentation and written communication skills
• Excellent IT skills, including MS Office package
• Ability to plan, prioritise and delegate and to work closely within a busy team / able to work independently and confidentially
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressure
• Ability to deal professionally, tactfully and confidently with people at all levels, both internal and external audiences
• Good working knowledge of relevant legislative framework and HR best practice, including equality, employment, immigration and data protection

Desirable:

• Education to degree level
• Experience in a HR role within private sector and / or ”not for profit” organisations employing at least 50 people
• Previous experience of designing and delivering HR training/briefings for managers
• Experience of managing budgets
• Understanding the issues inherent in operating within a geographically dispersed organisation
• Interest in current community and/or environmental issues

For more information and to apply for this post, please visit our website for the full job pack which includes an Application Form.

Please submit a completed Application Form by Thursday, 21st November 2024 at 12pm.

This post will be employed by Community Alliance Broxbourne and East Herts.

Direct Marketing and Fundraising Officer

This is an exciting and dynamic role within our Fundraising and Marketing department, offering the opportunity to make a significant impact on our public fundraising efforts. The role has been designed to support the Direct Marketing Manager [Acquisition]  in managing and developing internal systems, coordinating projects, and providing essential administrative support to the team.

Please download the job description for full details

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Direct Marketing and Fundraising Officer to join our Public Fundraising team. This role is integral to the smooth operation of our fundraising activities, particularly during appeals, where your coordination skills will be crucial.

Key Responsibilities:

Appeal Coordination:

• Assist the Direct Marketing Manager - Acquisition in keeping member agency fundraising directors and key suppliers up to date in the run-up to and during appeals.
• Update the fundraising and marketing team budget tracker, ensuring accurate financial tracking throughout the appeal process.
• Support the setup and management of Appeal Toolkits and Appeal Hubs, providing essential assets to staff, member agencies, and suppliers.
• Assist with the coordination and delivery of creative projects across all direct marketing channels, ensuring timely and effective execution.
• Work with the team to gather and report appeal results, providing updates to the Director of Fundraising and Marketing, Executive Team, and CEO’s office.

 Ongoing Responsibilities:

• Organize and manage review meetings with suppliers’ post-appeal, contributing to continuous improvement efforts.
• Monitor and update core and appeal budgets, processing invoices and ensuring financial accuracy.
• Support the Director of Fundraising and Marketing in organizing and managing the Fundraising Director’s Group meetings, including diary coordination, preparing presentations, and taking minutes.
• Provide general administrative support to the Fundraising and Marketing team, including setting up monthly team meetings, organizing agendas, and coordinating away days.

 

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Proven experience in project coordination and administrative support, ideally within a fundraising or marketing environment.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a keen eye for detail.
• Experience with budget tracking and financial processes.
• A proactive and collaborative approach, with the ability to work well within a team.

If you are passionate about making a difference, are eager to learn the fundamentals of direct marketing and have the skills to manage complex projects in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.

We are trialling 2 compulsory days per month "in the office", which is subject to change.

During an appeal, you will be contractually obliged to be in the office for 2 weeks, which are likley to include working during the weekend.

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated individual looking for a fresh challenge and wishing to make a real difference to the lives of people affected by dementia! 
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

About the role

Location: This is a home-based role with occasional travel to a Society office for wider departmental meetings.
Contract: Fixed Term for 24 months

The Information Governance team are the champions of Data Protection and Information Governance within Alzheimer's Society. The team’s overriding objective is to enable all areas of the Society to use information appropriately whilst achieving the Society’s overall aim of creating a world without dementia. 

The newly created Senior Records Management Officer role is an exciting opportunity for the role-holder to develop and implement standards and processes for the management of organisational records in compliance with applicable legislation and standards. You will help the Information Governance team to establish a culture of effective records management and support the Society in measuring and maintaining the quality of its records.    

Working closely with the other members of the Information Governance team, you will develop a process framework for managing hard copy and electronic records within the Society, propose improvements to the Society's record management systems and be the first port of call for handling records management queries from within and outside the Society. These queries will be from across the Society and could be in relation to service delivery, fundraising, campaigns, IT, volunteering or employment matters. 

The Senior Records Management Officer will also support the Information Governance team with other matters including handling personal data breaches, creating reports on trends and recommended remedial actions, managing rights requests, developing, delivering and maintaining learning resources for Society colleagues.

About you

- You will have an expert understanding and experience of records management policies and processes and how to successfully embed them into working practices for frontline staff.

- You will ideally have experience of working in or with an information governance environment. 
Working in a fast paced and responsive environment, you will possess good time management and problem-solving skills. - Good communication skills are a must for this role as you will be engaging with colleagues at all levels across the Society.
- With your strong attention to detail, pro-active nature and ability to build successful relationships, you will quickly establish yourself as a key member of our team.
- An industry recognised Records Management qualification, such as the Practitioner Certificate in Records Management, is preferable but not essential.

Closing date: Wednesday 13th November 2024
Interview date: 21st – 26th November 2024 via Teams

Dementia is the biggest health and social challenge of our time.

There are currently estimated to be 900,000 people in the UK with dementia. Many are undiagnosed and facing the realities of their condition alone.

At Alzheimer’s Society we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today and providing hope for the future. We’re here for everyone living with dementia.
 
As a Society, we are made up of people with dementia, carers, trusted experts, campaigners, researchers and clinicians. We are the UK’s largest collective force of people with unparalleled knowledge and over 40 years of experience addressing the biggest challenges facing people living with dementia.

Our Values

We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.

Every one of us is a Trusted expert, listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate, we are kind and honest, and we don’t shy away from challenges.

Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.

Equal Opportunities

We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.

We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.

About

Age Concern Luton(ACL) Luton’s largest independent charity working with older people.  ACL has been helping older people and their carers receive the services they need, make their voices heard, and make a contribution to their community, for over 20 years.

 

Job Purpose

Working closely with the Chair of the Board of Trustees, the Chief Executive will provide leadership and operation direction to Age Concern Luton, Working with the Senior Management Team (SMT) they will be responsible for developing and implementing the agreed strategy and achieving the business plans of the organisation, by effectively managing and developing the resources available to the organisation.  They will represent the organisation externally by promoting its services and values.

 

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Work with the Board in developing a strategy for the organisation.
• Lead and develop a welcoming environment which reflects an inclusive organisation that values diversity and embeds equal opportunity for all stakeholders.
• Provide strategic leadership and direction in collaboration with the SMT, ensuring strategic plans and policies are developed and implemented to facilitate the achievement of the organisation’s business plans and objectives.
• Develop and maintain business plans with clearly identified key performance indicators and outcomes.
• Review service needs on an on-going basis and ensure that the organisation is well placed to respond and deliver services as required.
• Research, develop and maintain partnerships with external stakeholders.
• Represent the organisation in key forums and promote the organisation’s work in the wider community, acting as a spokesperson, as appropriate.
• Ensure that effective infrastructure, support services and risk management is in place for all aspects of the organisation’s service delivery and activity.
• Contribute to and oversee the implementation of the fundraising plan, including identifying new funding streams, working on funding bids and ensuring funding reports are completed.

Enabling Governance

• Serve the Board and subcommittee meetings, in liaison with the Chair of Trustees, and advise the Board on matters of policy, strategy, legal, financial, staffing and procedural matters.
• Responsible for managing risks and keeping the Board informed and escalating to the Chair of the Board.
• Ensure that the decisions made, and policies approved by the Board are implemented within the organisation.
• Responsible for keeping the Board of Trustees up to date with accurate information to enable them to make decisions about the organisation.
• Build a collaborative working partnership with the Chair, and enable communication and collaboration between Board members, staff, volunteers and stakeholders.
• Have oversight of health and safety within the organisation.

Financial and Legal Management

• Ensure, with the SMT, that all legal and statutory requirements are met.
• Develop and gain approval for the Business Plan.
• Work with the Finance Manager and Treasurer to ensure budget setting and finance systems provide effective oversight and reporting of finances and budget to the Board of Trustees and the funders.

People Management

• Line manage, coach and empower, set objectives and hold to account the SMT to effectively deliver their roles and objectives and be role models within the organisation.
• Enable a working environment in which staff and volunteers achieve role satisfaction and which encourages personal/professional development.
• Maintain an organisational culture that fosters communication and collaborative working relationships across the organisation, with stakeholders and the wider community.
• Ensure that the staffing structures and resources meet the changing needs of the organisation, developing succession planning strategies for key roles.
• Manage internal organisational, employee and procedural processes, ensuring these are up to date and serving the organisational goals and aims.

 

General Responsibilities

• To network within the social sector to inform of developments and emerging best practice.
• To undertake continuous professional development / professional training / learning opportunities in line with the needs of the post and resources available.
• To be familiar with and uphold all organisational policies and procedures including Health and Safety and Equal Opportunities.
• To undertake other tasks and duties as appropriate following consultation with the Chair of the Board of Trustees.

This job description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of duties but is intended to reflect a range of duties the post-holder will perform.  The job description will be reviewed regularly and may be changed in the light of experience and in consultation with the post-holder.

Hybrid working may be available upon discussion at interview

2 recent references will be requested prior to interview and interviews will be held in person on the 11th or 12th November

Senior Media Officer

Contract:12 Months Fixed Term Contract, Full-time, 35 hours per week

Salary: £39,358 - £41,325 per annum with excellent benefits

Location: London, UK
Hybrid Working: A minimum of 40% of working time is spent face to face, either in London office, or as a result of external engagement or travel for WaterAid. WaterAid is located at Canary Wharf, London and this will be your location and contract base.

About WaterAid:
From delivering proactive data-driven stories on the global water crisis, to creating impactful media stunts and campaigns and responding to breaking news such as flooding events and disease outbreaks, the role of a Senior Media Officer at WaterAid is varied and exciting.

If you have sound news judgement, a creative approach to PR, excellent writing skills and are passionate about making a difference to people's lives across the globe, this could be the role for you. Join WaterAid as a Senior Media Officer to change normal for millions of people so they can unlock their potential, break free from poverty and change their lives for good.  

This role will be pivotal in delivering high impact, high profile UK and global media coverage for upcoming priority advocacy moments and public engagement campaigns, as well as supporting the day to day running of a reactive press office function. 
 
About the Team:
To support an exciting and busy time in the WaterAid UK communications team, we are seeking an experienced Senior Press Officer to join our team on a 12 month contract. This role will involve close collaboration with our UK teams, country and regional offices, as well as managing relationships with external partners and stakeholders.
This is a full-time, Monday to Friday role. You will be expected to take part in our out of hours press office rota approx. every 8 weeks, and international may be required from time to time.

About the Role:
You will ideally have newsroom or busy press office or agency experience, work well under pressure, and be full of creative media ideas. As a news driven, creative and ambitious Senior Media Officer, you will lead on a wide range of media activities including timely statements, ground-breaking research reports, fundraising appeals and events, and key policy and advocacy moments.  
 
You will also work on projects with celebrity ambassadors, corporate partners and staff from across WaterAid's global federation - all in support of WaterAid's mission to change normal for millions of people living without water, decent toilets and good hygiene so they can unlock their potential, break free from poverty and change their lives for good. 
 
You will drive, develop and implement proactive and reactive media strategies, use your warm media contacts and build new contacts to achieve organisational communications objectives, including increasing awareness of the global water and sanitation crisis as well as our work around the world and our policy, fundraising and campaigning activities.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Write audience centric media strategies for advocacy research and reports and campaigns, with political and public stakeholders in mind.  
• Build and ensure effective media relations by establishing and nurturing relationships with key journalists and media outlets, maintaining media lists using relevant media databases.    
• Ensure a responsive, agile news desk and respond to enquiries on the key issues we work on.  
• Draft and distribute first class media materials, including press releases, media messages, statements, op-eds and thought leadership pieces, and lines against enquiry. 
• Integrate media activity across communications and the wider communications and fundraising directorate to ensure media work is impactful and supports wider strategic objectives.  
• Advise WaterAid staff up to the Chief Executive using your media expertise. 
• Build on and maintain excellent relationships with teams across the organisation and in countries where we work. 
• Help drive WaterAid's online media work and engage with bloggers, online journalists and social media influencers. 
• Evaluate and report back on key campaigns to the team and rest of the organisation 
• Brief journalists on and off the record, arrange radio and TV interviews where necessary and brief staff in preparation. 
• Join the 24/7 on-call rota 

About You:

• Proven experience in media relations, working in a busy press office, agency or as a journalist.
• Experience of working in a large, matrix organisation 
• Experience of liaising with journalists of all levels 
• Strong understanding of the UK and global media landscape, with an excellent nose for a story and established relationships with key journalists and media outlets for major UK and global titles. 
• Proven experience in launching policy and research reports and data-driven stories to the media 
• Proven experience on working on public engagement and supporter focused media  
• Excellent command of written English and editing skills, with the ability to craft compelling media materials and media messages at the highest quality 
• Experience in developing and executing media strategies and securing impactful coverage.  
• To have initiative, deadline driven, strong project management skills, able to work autonomously while contributing to a high performing team 
• Willing to travel within and outside of the UK infrequently on travel to further media objectives. 
• Creativity and tenacity. 
• Ability to handle multiple projects and a variety of work simultaneously

Although not essential, we also prefer you to have:

• Experience running events with media audiences or attendance, including organising press events/press conferences. 
• Experience of working on international issues including development, rights or humanitarian.
• Good understanding of social media  
• Experience of working with corporate partners  

Closing date: Applications will close 23:59 on Wednesday 20th November, 2024. Availability for interview is required week commencing Monday 25th November 2025.

How to Apply: To see the full job pack, please click ‘Apply’. Please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter into one document in either Word Document or PDF format. 

Pre-employment screening: In order to apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK. All our vacancies require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to comply with our Safer Recruitment policy.

Our Benefits:

• 36 days' holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays)
• Option to buy an extra 5 days annual leave
• We offer a generous pension plan with employer contribution of up to 10%
• Wide range of flexible and agile-working arrangement
• Season Ticket Loan
• Free annual eye tests
• Pay as You Give charitable giving scheme
• Enhanced Maternity and Adoption/Surrogacy pay, Shared Parental Leave and Paternity Leave
• Sabbaticals
• Volunteer Day

Our Commitment

Our People Promise:
We will work with passion and focus to ensure safe and sustainable water, toilets and hygiene are available to everyone, everywhere. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have.  We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to put the wellbeing of our people first, to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.  

Equal opportunities:
We are an equal opportunity, disability-confident employer and are dedicated to achieving the highest standards of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions and ways of life. This includes, but is not limited to, race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, national or social origin, health status, and economic or social situation.

Safeguarding:
We are also committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously.

Are you passionate about transforming the lives of families of babies and young children with special needs and/or disabilities? 

First Step is a Charity based in the London Borough of Havering, that for over 36 years has supported more than 1,700 families and their children.

Families are referred or self-refer to us at a moment of crisis or uncertainty, normally pre-diagnosis, fearing all is not well with their child.  We provide an array of family-centric services tailored to each family’s and child’s needs.

We are looking for a Centre Manager to take over from our current postholder who has been with the charity for over 27 years as both volunteer and staff member and will play an active part of inducting and handing over and to the successful candidate.

The person we are looking for is a unique blend of heart and mind, who is committed to ensure that every person that comes into contact with First Step feels welcomed and is treated with dignity and respect.  They also need to ensure that First Step operates in a professional, organised, and effective manner.

You will be a friendly, capable and professional leader who is able to provide support and nurturing to a small team of staff and volunteers.  You will be passionate about working with the children and their families in sometimes challenging situations.  You will have a good understanding of safeguarding and be able to juggle workloads.

The postholder is responsible for overseeing all day to day front of house and administrative functions of First Step and it will be a hands-on role.  They will develop and maintain effective and efficient business systems across the organisation to ensure best value for the children and families we support.

Key Information

Location: Hornchurch London Borough of Havering

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

Hours: Monday – Friday 08:30 – 17:00

Reporting to: CEO

Closing Date: midday 15th November although early application is advised as it could close earlier if we receive a high level of interest

Application: Please submit a CV and covering letter of no more than 3 sides of A4, explaining your motivation for applying and your relevant skills and experience, and how they meet the requirements of the role.  A detailed Job Description and Person Specification is available. 

Annual Leave: 6.6 weeks holiday per annum including bank holidays

Pension: Employer pension contributions after 3 months

For further information or an informal conversation, please see contact details on Job Description

First Step is committed to working with children, parents, staff, volunteers and the community to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We have a duty to carry out the appropriate procedures if we believe that a child or vulnerable adult may be subject to any form of abuse.

First Step is committed to making sure it provides equality of opportunity through employment and service delivery. First Step’s approach to Equality and Diversity is based on the principle of inclusion (increasing the diversity of people actively involved in and contributing to the development of sustainable communities). At its heart is a commitment to the value that all staff bring to the organisation because of their diverse characteristics. These cover race, gender, disability, age, marital status, sexuality, religion, background, personality and work style.

Please be aware that a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required under the provision of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Job Description

We are looking for a Volunteer Engagement and Development Officer who will develop our volunteering programmes.

As the Volunteer Engagement and Development Officer, you will play a key role in increasing volunteer participation and improving the quality of volunteer opportunities across Harrow. You will work closely with local organisations to develop impactful volunteer roles, implement effective management policies, and promote training opportunities.

Additionally, you will support the recruitment, training, and development of volunteers at VAH, ensuring a positive and rewarding experience for all involved. This role is perfect for someone passionate about community engagement and volunteer development.

Responsibilities

Increase volunteer participation in Harrow by:

• Actively promoting volunteering through various channels, including online platforms, local media, and community outreach.
• Organising and co-ordinating volunteer recruitment events to connect potential volunteers with opportunities.
• Building relationships by attending and participating in events organised by partner organisations.

Improve the quality, quantity and impact of volunteer roles by collaborating with Volunteer-Involving Organisations (VIOs) to:

• Develop engaging and impactful volunteer roles that align with community needs and organisational goals.
• Ensure the effective implementation of key policies and procedures for volunteer management, ensuring compliance and best practices.
• Create and share comprehensive resources, such as volunteer role descriptions, policies, and guidelines, tailored to the needs of local voluntary and community sector (VCS) groups.
• Identify, coordinate, and promote relevant training opportunities to equip VIOs with the skills and knowledge to manage volunteers effectively.
• Provide ongoing support to VIOs in managing and developing their volunteer programs.

Support volunteering efforts at VAH by:

• Leading the recruitment, training, management, and development of volunteers to ensure they are motivated and skilled.
• Regularly maintaining and updating volunteer records in the database to ensure accurate tracking and reporting.

Skills, Competencies and Behaviours

• Knowledge and understanding of the ethos of volunteering and best practice in volunteer
  management
• Strong organisational and project management skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• An understanding of safeguarding in practice and a commitment to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults
• Experience of recruiting and managing volunteers
• Experience of coordinating training programmes
• Capable of maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Strong ICT skills, with adaptability to new systems and tools.

Listening, Verbal, Written and Presentation Communication Skills

• Able to communicate well with clients, colleagues and other agencies
• Able to work in partnership
• Able to keep accurate records
• Able to effectively manage your time and diary
• Effectively liaising with colleagues and ensuring others are kept informed
• Supporting and empowering staff and volunteers

Who are we?

Voluntary Action Harrow Co-operative work with the local community providing information, training and guidance.

Based in Harrow, we are a not-for-profit co-operative owned by our workers. We have in-depth knowledge of the local area and of who’s doing what. Our members collectively have over 35 years’ experience in the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector, specialising in capacity building in a variety of different organisational development areas.

We’ve worked with a diverse range of local organisations, from small community groups, to regional and international charities. We also run, manage and co-ordinate projects, working with local people and groups to help them make a difference in their local community.

Support available to the successful candidate

You will be working within the Voluntary Action Harrow Third Sector Services Team, who hold a huge amount of knowledge, training templates and have good relationships with charities and community groups across Harrow.

Equalities & Accessibility

We aim to be an equal opportunity employer and is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

This role description can be requested in large print.

Application Process

• CV outlining related work experience, responsibilities and qualifications
• Cover letter covering why you want to work with us and the skills and knowledge in the job description.

Volunteering Projects Manager

Maternity cover

Discovery is a student-run, charity based at Swansea University.  Each year, more than 400 student volunteers deliver community-based projects to enrich the lives of the community around them.

The role of the Volunteering Projects Manager

The Volunteering Projects Manager is responsible for the support, development and effectiveness of our projects. Providing a high level of support, coaching and development to our student volunteer project coordinators.

 

Salary –  £30,124.49 (Please not this is NOT pro rata. Discovery is a 4 day week organisation, the salary specified above is for a 28 hr working week.)

Working hours 28 per week (we are a 4 day week organisation)

Normal working hours will be agreed between 9 and 5.30, Tuesday to Friday  with a half hour unpaid lunch break, some out of hours working will be expected for which time of in lieu will be granted. Exact working hours to be agreed with the Director.

Annual leave allowance – 26 days pro rata plus bank holidays. Usually taken outside of term time and must be agreed with the line manager.

Pension 5% employer contribution to NEST scheme after 3 months employment (employee contribution will be inline with statutory requirements)

This is a fixed term contract beginning early January 2025 ending 31st December 2025

Closing date 12 Noon Friday 15th November

 

Prosiectau Gwirfoddoli Discovery yn Abertawe

Rheolwr Prosiectau Gwirfoddoli

(Dros gyfnod mamolaeth)

Mae Discovery yn elusen sy'n cael ei rhedeg gan fyfyrwyr ym Mhrifysgol Abertawe.  Bob blwyddyn, mae mwy na 400 o fyfyrwyr gwirfoddol yn cyflwyno prosiectau cymunedol i gyfoethogi bywydau'r gymuned o'u cwmpas.

 

Rôl y Rheolwr Prosiectau Gwirfoddoli

Mae'r Rheolwr Prosiectau Gwirfoddoli yn gyfrifol am gefnogi, datblygu ac effeithiolrwydd ein prosiectau. Maen nhw’n cynnig lefel uchel o gefnogaeth, hyfforddiant a datblygiad i gydlynwyr prosiectau gwirfoddoli.

 

Cyflog – £30,124.49 (Sylwer NAD yw hwn yn pro rata. Mae Discovery yn sefydliad 4 diwrnod yr wythnos; mae’r cyflog uchod ar gyfer wythnos waith 28 awr.)

Oriau gwaith 28 yr wythnos (rydyn ni’n sefydliad 4 diwrnod yr wythnos)

Yr oriau gwaith arferol fydd rhwng 9am a 5:30pm, o ddydd Mawrth i ddydd Gwener gydag egwyl cinio hanner awr heb dâl. Bydd disgwyl rhywfaint o weithio y tu allan i oriau arferol a bydd amser yn gyfnewid yn cael ei ganiatáu. Bydd yr union oriau gwaith yn cael ei gytuno gyda'r Cyfarwyddwr.

Lwfans gwyliau blynyddol – 26 diwrnod pro rata ynghyd â gwyliau banc. Fel arfer, bydd gwyliau blynyddol yn cael eu cymryd y tu allan i amser tymor a rhaid cytuno ar hyn gyda'r rheolwr llinell.

Pensiwn Cyfraniad gan y cyflogwr o 5% i gynllun NEST ar ôl 3 mis o gyflogaeth (bydd cyfraniad y gweithiwr yn unol â gofynion statudol)

Mae hwn yn gontract cyfnod penodol sy’n dechrau yn gynnar ym mis Ionawr 2025 ac yn dod i ben ar 31 Rhagfyr 2025

Would you like to work in a forward looking, faith based charity? One where you can bring your current skill and experience and develop and earn  points through our global training programme to become a Certified Fundraising Executive?

From its humble beginnings, ICC has become a trusted advocate and innovative leader in providing compassionate care for children with disabilities. For over 30 years, thousands of vulnerable children’s lives have been transformed by the essential services we provide.

Within China’s ever-changing social landscape, ICC’s nurturing care is modeling a new standard of support and empowerment for children with disabilities. Our dedicated team of therapists , special educators, social workers, vocational trainers and medical staff work tirelessly to help children live with hope, dignity and opportunity.

This Job Is For You If…….

You have fundraising experience in a charity environment and you’re ready to take the next step up in your career.
You already know how to retain donors and increase income
You love to project manage integrated fundraising campaigns and achieve your goals
You want to treat donors as VIP’s so they stay committed and engaged and you use a customer relationship management systems (CRM) to achieve that.
You can write engaging fundraising copy, or you’re willing to learn
You thrive developing innovative fundraising ideas and campaigns
You can embrace our culture, vision and mission wholeheartedly. 
You have ideas and energy to initiate new processes, you’re excited about getting things done better
You are a team player, willing to collaborate and serve to get the job done.
You are a Christian who wants to put your faith into action at work

Our preference is for a full-time candidate working from the Newcastle Office (Hybrid working offered). However, we are willing to consider applications from exceptional candidates who would only be able to take the post working fully remotely or who are interested in working part time

For the full Job Description and person spec, please refer to the attachment below.

 

This role sits within the Community Education and Training team, working to support our learners to access, complete and progress through our wide range of adult learning provision. The main focus will be on providing additional support for learners who need wrap-around support relating to a range of additional personal and educational needs. This could include welfare, personal and family support and wider mental health and wellbeing support or additional learning needs such as dyslexia, ADHD, literacy support and other needs.

You will work with the team to implement strategies and support plans for individuals to aid learning and enhance educational experience. You will support the team’s administrator to monitor learner’s attendance, contacting them via phone, email or arranging a meeting in person where pastoral support is needed.

You will work with our Adult Safeguarding Lead to support safeguarding cases across our departments, including keeping safeguarding records, making referrals and building a database of local support services available to learners and other service users.

We are looking for a dedicated individual who is passionate about supporting learners to ensure they have the best opportunity to thrive on their learning journey.

You will also support wider functions in the team such as contributing to the organisation of our termly learners’ forum to celebrate achievement and attending events in the community to publicise our work.

The successful applicant will have experience of working with vulnerable individuals or groups, be committed to safeguarding, have excellent administration skills, be flexible and excited about being at the heart of a busy team and committed to providing an excellent service to High Trees’ users.

Benefits of working at High Trees

• 35 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays and 3 Christmas days) rising by 1 day each year after 2 years’ service (capped at an additional 8 days)
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave after 2 years’ service
• Save money off a new bike with the Cycle to Work scheme
• Up to 7% contribution to the staff pension scheme
• 24/7 Employee Support Line
• Clear pay structure with yearly increments (based on performance)
• Annual staff away day
• Premium eye-care vouchers through Specsavers and season ticket loans

Job Title: Volunteer Admissions and Recruitment Coordinator
Reporting to: Volunteer Admissions Lead
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Salary: £26k FTE
Base: Hybrid, home and London office
Benefits:

• Enhanced policies including 25 days annual leave per year, plus public holidays;
• Company electronic devices;
• Remote and flexible working;
• Company Health Insurance;
• Excellent opportunities for training and career progression.

Please click apply to visit our careers portal and see our candidate pack for this role. 

About Mental Health Innovations (MHI)

Founded in November 2017 following the success of The Royal Foundation’s ‘Heads Together’ campaign, it launched its first product, Shout, in 2019. Shout is a free, confidential, 24/7 text message service for anybody to text when they may be struggling with anxiety, loneliness or depression through to self harm or suicidal thoughts.

Job Purpose:

To support the recruitment and admission of new volunteers, promoting volunteering opportunities and completing background checks.

Key Responsibilities 

• Ask for and check references for new volunteers
• Coordinate and attend volunteer recruitment events, such as Universities; organise volunteers and staff to support
• Follow up with prospective volunteers to encourage them to apply
• Work with the Communications team to promote volunteering opportunities online
• Coordinate and run regular information sessions for prospective volunteers to explain the volunteering opportunities
• Initiate contact with volunteers and trainees to process DBS/PVG/police vetting checks as required
• Check the status of volunteers who are part of the relevant Update Service
• Proactively monitor and follow up on the progress of checks to keep on top of weekly targets
• Coordinate video calls to verify ID documents, checking documents with utmost attention to detail
• Handle queries on checks, and troubleshoot cases such as missing documentation or anything outside the accepted DBS/PVG/police vetting procedure
• Liaise with our selected external provider for any queries 
• Escalate disclosures to a panel for review, if required
• Accurately update outcome information for each volunteer
• Ensure the confidentiality of volunteer information is maintained and securely discard volunteer documentation once checks are complete 
• Utilise tools such as Jira, Salesforce and effectively
• Provide regular progress reports to the Volunteer Admissions Lead and Head of Volunteers
• Undertake other ad-hoc tasks commensurate with the role as necessary

Essential Criteria

• High levels of patience, and willingness to carry out repetitive tasks
• Good all round computer skills
• Highly organised and meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion 
• Troubleshooting skills and a logical approach to problem-solving
• Excellent communicator, both written and verbal, to a wide range of audiences
• Experience of recruiting, supporting and working with volunteers 
• Flexible approach to work, with a willingness to work occasional evenings
• A team player

Desirable Criteria 

• Ability to manage own time effectively, prioritising work demands and meet deadlines with minimum supervision
• Be creative and an innovative thinker 
• Working knowledge of one or more of these tools/products:

• • Salesforce
  • JIRA
  • G-suite

• Knowledge of GDPR (main concepts and principles)

We will be interviewing on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close the job advert early if we receive a high number of applicants.

Join Our Team as a Marketing & Communications Officer!

Are you passionate about making a difference? Join our dedicated team at Dougie Mac - a successful local hospice in Stoke-on-Trent. We’re seeking a Marketing & Communications Officer who will play a crucial role in enhancing our fundraising engagement and awareness efforts. In this dynamic position, you’ll contribute to a calendar of innovative marketing activities, create compelling content for our social media platforms, and collaborate with team colleagues to ensure our messaging aligns with our core values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence.

As part of our team, you’ll not only develop and optimize our marketing content but also build strong relationships across all areas of the hospice, including our charity shops. You’ll have the opportunity to communicate tangible results to stakeholders, helping to ensure our initiatives are adding real value to the organisation. With a generous benefits package—including 35 days of annual leave, a competitive pension scheme, and a hospice-paid healthcare cash plan—you’ll thrive in an environment that values your contributions and supports your professional growth. If you have exceptional communication skills, a creative mindset, and a can-do attitude we would love to hear from you!

This is a part-time position offering flexible hours (21 hours per week) to attract the best candidate. Reporting directly to the Board of Trustees, you will provide strategic and operational leadership to our dedicated team. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Deliver our Strategic plan: Collaborate with the Board and staff  to  implement  our compelling strategic vision for the project, ensuring alignment with our vision, mission and operational objectives.
• Financial Sustainability: Spearhead fundraising initiatives, secure diverse funding streams, and manage budgets effectively to ensure the charity’s  long-term financial health. This will include a strong focus on grants, bid  writing and cultivating relationships with funding partners.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee the effective delivery of all programmes and projects, ensuring high-quality standards and compliance with relevant statutory requirements, policies and procedures.
• Team Leadership: Foster a positive and supportive work environment that empowers staff, promotes professional development, and encourages creativity and innovation.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including local authorities, community partners, parents, families, funders, and the public, effectively communicating the charity’s  impact.

About You:

The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of leadership skills, experience, and a genuine commitment to our mission. Essential criteria include:

• Proven Leadership: Minimum 2 years of experience in a senior leadership role, ideally within the charity sector, demonstrating successful organisational management, strategic planning, board  and team leadership.
• Financial Acumen: Extensive experience in financial planning, budgeting, bid writing  and securing funding for charitable organisations, with a proven track record in results and diversifying income streams.
• Collaborative Approach: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to build strong relationships, inspire teams, and work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Passion for Impact: A deep understanding of the challenges facing vulnerable young people and families, coupled with a genuine desire to make a tangible difference in their lives.

Relevant Qualification: A degree-level qualification (or equivalent) in a business/management related subject or a relevant professional qualification