Welfare Officer Jobs in Camden, Greater London

Job Title: Project Officer

Position Type: Paid

Reports to: Project Coordinator

Based at: School Food Matters, The Bridge, 7b Parkshot, London TW9 2RD

Working Hours:  Five days a week, 9am-5pm

Salary: £31,138

Pension: School Food Matters matches pension contributions at 5% of pensionable earnings

Holiday: 31 days including bank holidays that fall on working days

Holidays must be taken during the school holidays

Contract: Temporary – Jan 25 to Aug 26

Background to School Food Matters

School Food Matters (SFM) exists to teach children about food and to improve children’s access to healthy, sustainable food during their time at school. We provide fully funded food education programmes to schools. Our experience delivering these programmes informs and strengthens our campaigns, bringing the voices of children, parents and teachers to government policy.

Job Purpose

· To deliver an exciting, new programme implementing a whole school approach (WSA) to food nurseries, primaries, secondaries and SEN schools in Southwark.

Key Tasks include:

• Support Project Coordinator to group schools and nurseries using a RAG rating, based on level of support required to achieve a WSA to food

· Recruit schools to take part in the programme

· Build relationships with teachers, teaching assistants, cooks and senior leaders in schools to improve the food they offer their students

· Support schools to complete school food action plans and polices

• Support with the development of resources and training packages for schools

· Deliver role-specific training to key staff in schools (training provided if necessary)

· Deliver in-person engagement sessions and online workshops to support schools to achieve their action plans

· Collect data and maintain accurate records on Airtable relating to the programme

• Work closely with our Impact & Strategy Manager and Evaluation Officer to complete all monitoring and evaluation
• Gather content for our website and social media platforms
• Keep line manager updated on progress

· Keep up to date with safeguarding requirements and reporting procedures

• Contribute to the smooth-running of SFM at this time of growth
• Maintain the ethos of the charity and positively promote our work at all times

· The Project Officer will also undertake any other tasks relevant to the affairs of SFM that may arise from time to time. Therefore, being flexible and approaching the job with an open and positive mindset is essential!

Person specification

Essential  

· Excellent administrative and organisational skills with great attention to detail 

· Experience of building relationships with partner organisations and individuals

· Comfortable engaging with variety of audiences (students, school staff and parents), incl. writing and responding to email, conducting telephone, virtual and face to face meetings, and running workshops 

· Ability to work in a team, and seek help when needed

· Excellent IT skills including excel, word and email

· An interest in food education and children’s health.

Desirable  

· Experience of working for a charity or not for profit organisation

· Experience of working in education

Team: Community Fundraising

Location: Scotland South (Dumfries & Galloway, South & East Ayrshire, North & South Lanarkshire, Glasgow, East & West Lothian, Edinburgh, Falkirk, Dunbartonshire, Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire)

Work pattern: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday with occasional weekend working for events

Salary: Up to £32,013.24 per annum

Contract: Permanent

We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.

Will you join us and make life better for cats?

Responsibilities of our Community Fundraising Officer:

• This role supports the delivery, growth and reach of community fundraising in a defined geographical location and supports the development and delivery of a local fundraising strategy in line with the organisation’s broader income generation objectives.
• The Community Fundraising Officer will establish, implement, develop and maximize all community fundraising opportunities, increase income, deliver exceptional supporter stewardship and exemplary volunteer management, working collaboratively with the Community Fundraising Hub Manager and Community Fundraising Volunteer Team Leader to build on past successes and develop a diverse pipeline of community fundraising events and activities that respond to local audience needs.
• The role will also build and develop exceptional fundraising relationships with supporters and volunteers within the defined geographical location to harness the power of our local footprint and raise income and awarenes

About the Community Fundraising team:

• We sit within the Community Events team
• Our team is responsible for leading and supporting community activites to drive and grow our community fundraised income.
• We currently have a team of 30+

What we’re looking for in our Community Fundraising Officer:

• Evidence of raising funds in a community fundraising environment
• Planning, organising and delivering campaigns, activities and plans including marketing.
• Evidence of working to and achieving objectives
• Direct experience of working with volunteers 
• A valid UK driving license and access to a car

What we can offer you:

• range of health benefits
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
• and much more, which you can learn about

Interested? Here’s how to apply:

Application closing date: 21st October 2024

Virtual interview date: TBC

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.

If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable.  You may be just the right candidate. 

If successful, your recruitment journey will include:

1. Anonymised application form

2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams

Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.

Please email [email protected] if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.

About Us 

Inspire is a charity based in East London. We inspire children and young people across London and beyond, using data to understand the barriers they face and connecting them with a range of employers and opportunities to open doors to their success. 

We have over 30 years of experience in delivering high quality services and programmes to children, young people, schools, local authorities and employers. Working alongside our large network of employer volunteers, our programmes inspire and support children and young people to create a positive future for themselves in their journey from the classroom to workplace.  We provide them with independent careers guidance, high aspirations and strong employability skills. 

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Programme Officer to join our Work Experience Team. 

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised, enthusiastic and confident individual to join us in a role which has responsibility for ensuring suitable and safe work experience placements are sourced, managed and available for students. Our Work Experience programme provides a taster of the ‘World of Work’ helping to raise career aspirations and support academic progression.  Our team work with local and central London employers and education providers to source, manage and co-ordinate placements for over 5,000 young people each academic year.   

Key Responsibilities of the role include: 

• To secure, update and manage work experience placements.
• To handle telephone enquiries about the work experience programme, communicating with teachers, employers, parents and schools.
• To be a key point of contact for schools/educational establishments managing and overseeing the work experience process.
• To produce information and provide support to the Head of Work Experience and other team members.
• Completing one-to-one interviews with students with additional needs to ensure suitable placements are secured.
• Managing placements using a bespoke IT system. 

Benefits 

29 days annual leave plus bank holidays 

3 volunteering days per year 

Family friendly policies 

Hybrid working arrangements 

If you have the skills and desire to join our team, please see our job description and person specification for further details about the role. 

Inspire is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service. 

Working Arrangements

We are advertising this vacancy as a full-time role. However, we welcome applications from applicants who wish to work part-time (minimum 20 hours per week) or school term time.

If you wish to apply for this role, working part-time or term-time hours, please state this within your covering letter.

How to Apply 

If you wish to apply for this role, please provide your CV and include a covering letter outlining why you are suitable for the role, clearly addressing the requirements of the person specification. 

Closing date 

This position is available immediately. Interviews will be held on a rolling basis. We will review applications as we receive them and aim to appoint as soon as we meet the right person.  We reserve the right to close the application process early if we find a suitable candidate. 

Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive we are unable to contact unsuccessful applicants. 

The Access to Justice Foundation is seeking a Development Officer to join us at an exciting time, as we launch new organisational and fundraising strategies. We are offering a unique opportunity to learn and apply your skills across a range of fundraising streams.

You will be responsible for promoting and administering pro bono costs orders, supporting volunteer organisers of our annual fundraising walks, and maintaining key stakeholder relationships and securing new donors (principally law firms and charitable trusts).

You will work closely with the Development Director (who oversees our fundraising and development strategy) and the other Development Officers (who will share responsibility for fundraising, alongside their broader promotion and awareness raising activity).

For the full job description, please download the applicant packet below.

Hours: 40 hours per week
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Application Deadline: 8th November 2024

About The Anti-Slavery Collective (TASC)

Founded in 2017, The Anti-Slavery Collective (TASC) is a connector and convener of people, groups, and ideas. Our mission is to create linkages between decision-makers, corporates, and civil society allies to disrupt modern slavery and human trafficking.

We have built partnerships with business pioneers, civil society allies, and leaders, hosted high-level events, brought the issue of modern slavery back to the World Economic Forum, and amplified survivor leaders' voices.

TASC's mission is twofold:

1. Shifting societal consciousness: We seek to transform public awareness so society rejects the trafficking and exploitation of people and demands ethical products and services.
2. Supporting businesses: We provide businesses with tools, information, and connections to eliminate modern slavery from their supply chains, promoting global business practices that prioritise human welfare.

About the Role

The Director of Partnerships will lead TASC’s partnership efforts, responsible for cultivating and securing new partnerships, and delivering on partnership strategies. You will manage relationships with key strategic partners, donors, civil society allies, and academic stakeholders. The Director of Partnerships will work closely with the CEO, contributing to the charity’s broader external relations activities, while operating with independence and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Partnership Strategy and Relationship Management:

  • Contribute to developing new partnership strategies.
  • Manage deliverables and track impact milestones as outlined in partnership strategies.
  • Oversee day-to-day correspondence with donors and strategic partners.
  • Facilitate meetings and visits with key stakeholders.
  • Support the CEO and team members in engaging with strategic partners.
  • Lead or contribute to relevant research projects.

• Internal Coordination:

  • Build strong relationships with colleagues to ensure effective information sharing.
  • Coordinate joint inputs for briefs, communication materials, and applications.
  • Collaborate with the team in producing and disseminating deliverables, updates, and communication materials.
  • Regularly contribute to TASC's internal Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.

• Operational Support:

  • Support the organisation’s broader projects or events as required.
  • Maintain relationships with NGOs, research institutions, and stakeholders to stay informed about trends, collaborations, and funding opportunities.

• Grant Management:

  • Manage all aspects of grant servicing, ensuring deadlines are met and donor requirements are fulfilled.
  • Draft and collate reports and grant applications, ensuring alignment with donor requirements.
  • Maintain systems for tracking grant data and provide information for internal use and Board papers.

• Management:

  • Line-manage a direct report (Partnerships Manager).

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

• Right to work in London.
• Excellent written English.
• Proven experience in building cross-sector partnerships, especially with corporate partners.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage with a range of stakeholders.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• High level of initiative and ability to work independently.

Desirable:

• Experience in a corporate partnership or similar role.
• Knowledge or experience in the field of modern slavery, human rights, or development.
• Understanding of contracting and grant-making processes.
• Willingness and ability to travel locally and internationally.

Compensation

• 25 days holiday (pro rata), plus public holidays.
• For further details regarding salary, please inquire.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted in English and include a CV, a one-page cover letter, and the contact details of two referees (one must be your current or most recent line manager or Head of HR).
Please email your application in PDF format  with "Director of Partnerships" in the subject line by 5:00 PM on 8th November 2024.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further consideration.

The Anti-Slavery Collective is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage applications from people with disabilities, Black, Asian, Indigenous or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+, and from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.

Applicants must be eligible to work in London.

TASC is committed to meaningful survivor inclusion and leadership. We strongly encourage applicants with lived experience of trafficking or forced labour to apply.

I’m partnering with an international animal welfare charity, to find their new Communications Officer, who will deliver and support the charity’s press, communications and campaigns projects. In this remote based role (with ad-hoc travel to London), you will ensure their work is in the global news agenda, raising awareness and understanding and generating income activities for the charity.

The Communications Officer will deliver local, national and international PR, both online and offline, and will report into their newly appointed Head of Communications and Campaigns.

If you have the following experience, I’d love to hear from you;

- Knowledge of charity/ not for profit communications

- Knowledge of the UK media environment (including print, broadcast and digital)

- Experience working in a busy press or comms environment

- An experienced writer, who can produce persuasive engaging copy

- Experience of writing for the web and social media

- An understanding of international development issues is highly desirable

If you want to join a forward-thinking, growing organisation, please get in touch!

- Salary £33,000

- Full-time, permanent

- 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

- Flexible working styles

- Remote based with travel to London head office (roughly twice a month) when required

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, please get in touch for more information today!

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Would you like to help create a brighter future for nature?

We are looking for two Policy Officers (or Senior Policy Officers) to help develop and promote environmental policy on behalf of our 86 environmental charity members.

The Government has promised to halt the decline of nature by 2030. This role is about making sure the urgent action needed to meet that pledge is delivered.

Your job will be to convene some of England’s best environmental policy experts to agree bold and effective shared policy positions. There will be lots of thinking, lots of writing, and lots of opportunities to shape shared campaigns. You will also play a key role in delivering those messages to key influencers in Government and in Parliament.

So, we are looking for someone with a keen eye for detail, the ability to listen and negotiate, and a reasoned and convincing style of written and verbal communication.

The role is likely to focus on farming or chemicals policy but we can consider another policy focus for the right candidate.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates from under-represented backgrounds, including people of colour, disabled people and those from a low-income background, to be part of our small, friendly and collaborative team.

Do You Have a Strong Background in Database Administration? Do you have experience using Raiser's Edge? Are you looking for a remote opportunity?

We are working with a well-established international animal welfare charity to recruit for a Database Officer (12-month Maternity cover). You will be responsible for supporting and contributing to the charity's database operations.

The Contract:
* Salary: Circa £37,500 per annum
* Duration: 12-month fixed-term role to cover maternity
* Work Pattern: Hybrid - remote, up to 1 day a month in the office, subject to business needs
* Hours: 34.5 hours per week
* Location: London
.
Benefits:
* 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Pension: Automatically enrolled in our pension scheme after three months
* Training and Development opportunities
* Medical Cash Plan
* Gym Membership Discount
* And many more!

About the role
As the Database Officer, you will be responsible for supporting and contributing to the organisation's database operations, including ensuring all income received is accurately and promptly processed. You will help maintain the database to ensure data quality, assist with running data selections, and support the Fundraising teams with their data requirements.

Key Responsibilities:
* Gift Processing: Import and process donations from various sources, ensuring accuracy with platforms like Blackbaud and PayPal.
* Finance and Reconciliation: Collaborate with the Finance team to reconcile gift income and ensure accurate data from suppliers.
* Database Maintenance: Ensure data quality, maintain GDPR compliance, update records, and manage Gift Aid declarations.
* Support and Training: Provide training and support to teams, manage helpdesk queries, and assist with reporting and data selections for fundraising.

About you
* Knowledge of Data Protection: Familiarity with charity law, fundraising regulations, best practices, and GDPR.
* Advanced Raiser's Edge Skills: Proficient in using Raiser's Edge and Import-o-Matic databases.
* Income Processing: Experience in processing income on Raiser's Edge.
* Database Administration: Proven experience in database management and administration.
* Gift Aid Experience: Knowledge of Gift Aid, including reconciliation and claims processing.

If this opportunity is of interest of interest please get in touch ASAP We are reviewing CV's as they come through. We would be happy to discuss the role/opportunity with you.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

We are looking for a Communications Officer to join an incredible international animal welfare charity to pro-actively deliver and support the communications and campaigns projects and activities.

This is a homebased role with attendance in the London office when required.

The Charity
An ambitious charity with a long and rich history of prioritising practical, professional and sustainable solutions for animals world-wide and the communities they are part of.

You would be joining a a motivated and friendly fundraising team, offering fantastic benefits including 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and a career path that can grow with the organisation, as well as much more!

The Role
Deliver local, national and international PR (both online and offline), supporting awareness-raising, global programmes, emergency, fundraising and advocacy activities and campaigns.

Implement media plans in line with the global fundraising, marketing and communications strategy and in support of communications KPIs.

Work with the Communications and Campaigns team and colleagues to plan and implement strategic communications.

The Candidate
Excellent knowledge of the UK media environment, including print, broadcast and digital.

Experience of working in a busy press or communications environment, including interacting with national media.

Expertise in managing both reactive and proactive media relations.

An experienced writer, with the ability to produce engaging, persuasive copy that is tailored to the needs of particular audiences.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

General Statement of Duties:

To significantly increase the hospital’s voluntary income (primarily unrestricted) through the development and management of mid-value fundraising appeals, stewarding mid-level donors, regular donors, and fundraising committees with some event support.

The success of this role will be dependent on developing excellent relationships with our fundraising committees and regular donors. This role will work in conjunction with a small, dedicated team in London to provide fundraising, communications, and events support to two dedicated community fundraising groups.

Key Criteria for success:

· Develop excellent working relationships with Hospital’s fundraising committees, and in-aid of supporters.

· Provide finance, event, admin, and communications support to our committees.

· Represent SJEHG externally at community events, St John activities, and committee organised events.

· Work under the supervision of the Executive Head of UK Office on developing and implementing detailed planning and milestones for the key objectives of the fundraising plan relating to mid-value appeals.

Main responsibilities:

· Manage the key relationships with the Guild fundraising committee and the SOA fundraising committee including communication, administration, and event support. One day per week will be set aside by the post holder to conduct and manage Guild responsibilities and tasks.

· Manage the key relationship with the Knights Templar sub-groups, and the County Priory Groups across the UK.

· Represent SJEHG externally at community events and in aid of fundraising activities.

· Establish and manage excellent client care for all relevant donors. Ensure that timely, effective, appropriate acknowledgement and recognition of gifts are provided to the donors.

· To be responsible for ensuring electronic records are up-to-date and accurate.

· To devise, implement and manage an effective regular giving strategy, under the supervision of the Executive Head of UK Office, with the aim of growing regular giving income, and undertake monitoring and evaluation.

· To steward the mid-level donors (£500 to £4999), ensuring the highest possible levels of donor care.

· To work in partnership with colleagues to identify individual donors that could be cultivated and moved to the major gift team.

· Assist colleagues with the content for the Jerusalem Scene newsletter

· To work under the supervision of the Executive Head of UK Office to develop appropriate income targets and expenditure budgets relating to committees, individual donors, and appeals.

· Manage Shopify store online and Merchandise management. Fulfilling orders and using the opportunity to steward donors.

· Thanking and stewarding donors within the remit (under £10,000).

· Work with the Jerusalem team as appropriate.

General Responsibilities:

1. All staff are expected to report for work on time and fulfil their hours of duty, from time to time some flexibility may be required to meet the needs of the job and this may be outside regular hours of work.

2. Staff of the Hospital Group who do not have a uniform are expected to wear appropriate business dress. Jeans are not considered appropriate attire.

3. Smoking is only permitted in the designated smoking areas and only during official break periods.

4. All staff will abide by confidentiality rules and will not disclose any information on the workings of the Hospital Group, the staff or patients, except in certain circumstances where express permission is given as per the Confidentiality Policy.

5. Staff are expected to always comply with the requirements of Health and Safety regulations and to take responsibility for the health and safety and welfare of others in the working environment, ensuring that agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment.

6. The Hospital Group is committed to equality and all staff are expected to treat colleagues, and visitors with dignity and respect, regardless of their ethnic background, religion, race, gender, age or sexual orientation.

7. All staff are expected to familiarise themselves with the requirements of the Hospital Group policies and procedures for staff.

8. All appointments are subject to pre-employment health screening.

9. The job description gives a general outline of the duties of the position and is not intended to be an inflexible or finite list of tasks. It may be varied, from time to time, after consultation with the member of staff.

10. Any other duties as designated by your manager, and which are commensurate with the grade.

Person Specification:

Essential

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent influencing skills – able to use tact and diplomacy to develop effective working relationships both internally and externally.

· Proven experience in community and events fundraising.

· Demonstrable record of building trusted, long-term relationships with fundraising volunteers.

· Commitment to the highest standards of volunteer and supporter care.

· Demonstrate record of achieving income targets.

· Highly motivated with the ability to take the initiative on implementing and advancing committee plans.

· Excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work, handle conflicting demands, and meet tight deadlines.

· Excellent attention to detail.

· High degree of computer literacy including the ability to use word-processing, spreadsheet, email.

· Familiar with donor databases with an understanding of data analysis, queries and reports.

· Commitment to team working and sharing the department responsibilities.

· Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional weekend and evening work at events.

· Commitment to the mission and values of St John of Jerusalem Eye Hospital.

Desirable

· Proven experience of raising funds in the healthcare/medical research arena.

· Experience of raising funds for overseas work.

· Familiar with Raisers Edge database.

· Institute of Direct Marketing diploma or equivalent fundraising qualification.

· Events management experience.

Senior Trusts Fundraising Officer - Make a Global Impact on Animal Welfare

Do you have a knack for securing funding and a heart for animals? A leading animal welfare charity needs your skills to improve the lives of working animals around the world!

Salary: Circa £34,500 per annum, plus benefits Location: Hybrid - mainly remote with occasional London office days Contract: 11-month fixed-term (maternity cover) Hours: 34.5 hours per week

We're on a mission to transform the welfare of working animals globally. As our Senior Trusts Fundraising Officer, you'll be at the forefront of this vital work.

What's in it for you?

• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays (increases after two years)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to make a real difference to animal welfare worldwide
• Collaborative, supportive team environment

Your role as Senior Trusts Fundraising Officer:

• Craft persuasive funding applications to trusts, foundations, and statutory bodies
• Build and nurture relationships with funders through top-notch stewardship
• Contribute to our trusts fundraising strategy and annual planning
• Represent the charity at events and external meetings

You'll be a great fit if you have:

• Experience in trusts fundraising with a proven ability to meet income targets
• Exceptional writing skills for creating compelling proposals and reports
• Strong research and analytical abilities
• Passion for animal welfare and international development

We're seeking a proactive team player who can work both independently and collaboratively. You'll have the chance to apply international development sector techniques to maximise funding for our cause.

Join our dedicated team and help us create a world where working animals are healthy, valued, and thriving. Your work will directly impact the lives of horses, donkeys, mules, and other working animals across the globe.

Ready to make your mark in global animal welfare? Apply today!

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

The British Gas Energy Trust (BGET) helps families and individuals in England, Scotland and Wales experiencing hardship and who are struggling with energy debts.

You will be joining us at a time where many have been negatively impacted by the cost-of-living crisis and require financial support with their energy bills. You will be joining a collaborative and friendly organisation that is committed to helping individuals facing fuel poverty.  

We have an exciting opportunity for a experienced and highly organised Governance Risk & Compliance Officer to join our team.  This pivotal role involves ensuring the effective administration of the Board's activities, maintaining robust governance practices, and ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations and internal policies.

The Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Officer will play the lead role in ensuring the Trust’s adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies.

1. Develop and Maintain Frameworks: The GRC Officer develops, maintains, and implements governance, risk management, and assurance frameworks. These frameworks guide security functions and activities within the company.

2. Internal Control Management: They manage the internal control environment by analysing data, mitigating risks, and maintaining corporate compliance procedures.

3. Support Internal Audits: The GRC Officer coordinates internal audits, collaborates with auditors, and ensures compliance with industry standards.

4. Legal Point of Contact: As the first legal point of contact, they advise staff on corporate compliance matters, including security assessments and risk control investigations.

5. Regulatory Compliance: The Officer reviews the company’s compliance with existing and new regulations, identifies deficiencies, and provides necessary mitigations.

In summary, the GRC Officer will ensure that the Trust operates within legal and regulatory boundaries while managing risks effectively.

The role will work closely with the Human Resources Manager and other Central support team members and sits within the Finance, Risk and Administrative Team.

The ideal candidate will have a robust, current understanding of risk management practices, compliance protocols, and governance structures, with recent relevant experience in a similar role.

The person will work closely with various departments to foster a culture of integrity and accountability, possess exceptional organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the risk and compliance culture of a dynamic organisation.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.

Please note that unfortunately we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role, therefore you will need to evidence a right to work in the UK. 

The Talent Set are excited to be working with an international Animal Welfare charity who are seeking their new Fundraising Relationships Officer. In this role, you'll support the high-value donor and corporate fundraising team by managing donor relationships, conducting research, organising events, working on appeals and providing key administrative support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer donor thank-you programmes and provide excellent stewardship.
• Conduct research on potential donors and corporate partners, maintaining an active prospect pipeline.
• Provide administrative support to the team, including managing documents, handling queries, and taking meeting minutes.
• Help coordinate and deliver fundraising events and create marketing materials to support these activities.

Person Specification:

• Experience in providing administrative support, excellent organisation, and project management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with donors and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of fundraising principles and experience with donor research or fundraising databases like Raiser’s Edge.

If you're a proactive, organised individual with a passion for fundraising and animal welfare, apply today to make a real difference in the lives of a variety animals!

To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

Job Title: Fundraising Officer– UK based
Contract type: Permanent – part time 21 hours per week
Salary: £28,000 FTE
Base: Remote
Reports to: Fundraiser

Do you want to make a difference to the lives of others? Do you want to work with like-minded professionals in a great team?

Rees seeks to support those who have, at some stage in their lives, been in foster care or residential care, including those with custodial experience. The charity understands the importance of having a lifelong support network. Our aim is to help care experienced people thrive in all aspects of their lives at any age. We listen, offer help and guidance and we develop projects that really can make a positive difference.

Rees Foundation delivers learning and development opportunities to public and voluntary sector commissioners, businesses, other agencies, and professionals.

The Fundraising Officer will join the charity during an exciting time as it grows and expands its business development, fundraising and income generation.

This role can be undertaken remotely so we are accepting applications from anywhere in the UK, although you will be required to attend the office in Worcestershire at least monthly.

There will be some UK travel required on occasion so the successful candidate should be willing to travel.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and organised individual to join our team as a Fundraising Officer. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting our fundraising efforts to advance our impact in supporting care experienced people.

The Fundraising Assistant will work closely with the Fundraiser to execute various administrative and operational fundraising activities, manage donor relationships, and contribute to the overall success of our fundraising initiatives.

We’re looking for someone with great people skills, as well as drive, initiative, and determination. You’ll excel in communication, both face-to-face and in writing, with a knack for crafting persuasive funding proposals tailored to various stakeholders. You’ll be diligent with details and accuracy and have a dynamic approach to your work. You will be a natural problem solver, always looking to improve upon current processes to enhance efficiency. You will develop and maintain both internal and external contacts and be able to research and undertake analysis of funding streams, bids, and tenders and support in their collation and submission.

Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:

Prospect Research:

Conduct research on prospective donors, including individuals, corporations, and foundations, to identify new funding opportunities and support donor cultivation efforts.

Communication:

Conduct research and develop compelling fundraising proposals for trusts, foundations, corporations, and individuals. Assist in creating and distributing engaging fundraising materials, including appeal letters, newsletters, and social media content, to captivate donors and promote our fundraising initiatives.

Donor Management:

Assist in maintaining donor records, including contact information, donation history, and communication preferences, using a CRM database.

Donation Processing:

Process donations, issue acknowledgment letters, and ensure accurate recording of donations in the database.

Fundraising Campaign Support:

Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of fundraising campaigns and events, including mailings, online fundraising initiatives, and donor appreciation events.

Grant Administration:

Assist in the preparation of grant proposals, reports, and other grant-related materials, ensuring compliance with grant requirements and deadlines.

Reporting:

Generate reports on fundraising activities, donor trends, and campaign outcomes to track progress and inform decision-making.

Administrative Support:

Provide administrative support to the Fundraiser, including scheduling meetings, preparing documents, and managing correspondence.

Collaboration:

Collaborate with staff across departments to integrate fundraising efforts with other organizational activities and initiatives.

Strategic:

Work closely with the Fundraiser to develop and implement the charity’s fundraising and income development strategy.

It will be beneficial if you have a working knowledge of the UK charity framework and Fundraising Regulatory requirements.

Joining the Rees Foundation will give you the opportunity to thrive in a diverse and passionate working environment.  You will be able to develop your commercial and Foundations/Trust bid writing and fundraising skills to secure vital resources and contribute to the growth and impact of the organisation. If you are passionate about making a positive difference, we invite you to apply for this exciting role.