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You have a good understanding of the harm caused by alcohol and drug use to adults, young people, children, families and society and a sympathetic approach to people who misuse them. All you need is the perfect environment to put your skills to great use. Welcome to Aquarius as a Support Worker (Community Connector – Engagement Team).
Aquarius is a charity that helps people and communities overcome the harm caused by alcohol, drugs and gambling. We are part of ‘One Recovery Buckinghamshire’ (ORB), a partnership between Inclusion (MPFT NHS Trust), Aquarius, and Build on Belief providing support for alcohol and drug issues across Buckinghamshire.
We are looking for two Support Workers (Community Connectors – Engagement Team) to join our team. We have two positions available one position in Aylesbury and one position in High Wycombe. Please state on the supporting statement which position (or both) you are applying for.
Your challenge? To provide advice, support, advocacy and key work for recovery plans and undertake elements of assessment and case management as directed. And, all the while, we’ll expect you to operate in a way that recognises and values diversity and understands the functional model of substance misuse, the Recovery Agenda and the problems caused by alcohol and drug misuse.
Preferably with a NVQ 2/3 in Social Care, or willing to attain this, you are used to working to policy and procedural requirements that include child protection, vulnerable adults, confidentiality and health & safety. We’ll also be looking for good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to maintain accurate records and fulfil data requirements. A flexible approach is important too, as is a commitment to taking a client centred approach to providing services and working in a way that recognises and values diversity.
This is a permanent full-time role requiring the post holder to work 37 hours per week.
We are committed to increasing our diversity and we would welcome applications from those with lived experience and/or who are from a BAME background.
This is a rolling recruitment process. Candidates will be interviewed as and when they are shortlisted.
To apply please submit a CV and supporting statement which should clearly outline your skills and experience.
Aquarius was a subsidiary of Richmond Fellowship, with both organisations being part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. On 1st June 2024 Richmond Fellowship merged with Humankind to form a single organisation that provides the joined-up mental health, housing and drug and alcohol support we’ve all known has been needed for decades. At the same time, Aquarius became a subsidiary of Humankind, with no impact to terms and conditions of employment. In October 2024, Humankind will be renamed to reflect the new organisation, of which Aquarius will remain a subsidiary.
Digital Communications Officer
Salary: £28,725 per annum
Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Permanent, Full time – 35 hours per a week
Closing date 12noon on 21st July 2024
Interviews 1st round: 31st July and 1st August 2024
Interviews 2nd round: 8th August 2024
Our client is a thriving charity based in Shrewsbury with over 300 regular volunteers and around 50 staff. They have a vision of a thriving natural world, where Shropshire's wildlife and natural habitats play a valued role in addressing the climate and ecological emergencies, and people are inspired and empowered to take action for nature.
The Digital Communications Officer will support the delivery of communications, campaigns and marketing elements by developing, implementing, tracking and optimising website and digital communication channels. This includes social media, digital advertising and fundraising, integrated campaigns, SEO, marketing automation, content design and development, website development and maintenance, specific channel selection with alignment for relevant audiences.
Working on campaigns, appeals and projects that directly relate to conservation and people’s connection with nature, whilst maintaining the proactive/reactive pace of digital communications day to day. The role will ensure the continued delivery of creative, impactful communications and engagement activities under the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusivity.
They're looking for those who have an excellent understanding of digital communications concepts and best practices, that have experience of effectively using various digital platforms (e.g. MailChimp, Crowdfunder and social media platforms) and emerging technologies for awareness raising and/or income generation; to engage with different audiences at relevant journey milestones.
Further to this you’ll have skills and experience in writing engaging creative content, stories and messaging relevant for influencing different audiences to convey complex information clearly and strong project management skills and the ability to work calmly under pressure to meet deadlines.
No enquiries from agencies or for further advertising will be taken.
Why work for our client - benefits they offer:
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Flexible working
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Home working
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25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, increasing to 30 after 5 years' service
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Flexible salary sacrifice benefits such as Cycle to Work and EV Hire Purchase
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Generous pension
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Coaching
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Support with training and development to assist career progression
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Inclusive & supportive work atmosphere
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Who our client are
Our client are one of 46 Trusts working across the UK and one of 5 within Wales. With the invaluable support of volunteers and members, they manage 19 nature reserves in Radnorshire. They also work with other landowners and organisations to protect and connect wildlife sites across the county and inspire local communities and young people where they live.
Who we are
Chefs in Schools is a young, ambitious charity that’s rapidly growing. Our mission is to improve kids' health, through improving school food & food education. We focus our efforts in areas of high socio-economic deprivation, where more than a third of children are entitled to free school meals, and diet-related disease is driving further inequality.
We support and train school kitchen teams to serve the best, freshest and tastiest food possible, alongside meaningful food education. We share learning and resources, aiming to inspire and enable others to follow our lead.
We’re backed by some of the biggest names in food and have ambitious targets to ensure every child has access to incredible school food and food education, setting them up for life with the skills and knowledge to feed themselves well.
About you and the role
The purpose of this role is to manage operational delivery of our School Chef Educator programme, ensuring efficient and effective delivery. The School Chef Educator programme is a 10 week training programme for school kitchen staff, covering topics such as Reducing Food Waste, and Food Education. It is delivered in a blended learning format, through a mix of in-person training, bitesize webinars, and our online learning website.
You will be supported by our Director of Transformations, and manage our Chef Trainers who deliver our School Chef Educator Programme. You will work closely with the Director of Partnerships & Impact, our School Engagement Manager and our Research Supervisor, to identify and liaise with suitable funding partners, academies and schools, and ensure we are monitoring and evaluating our programme delivery to evidence it’s impact and ensure quality delivery across the cohorts that take part.
Your role will oversee our School Chef Educator Programmes, delivered across England. This role will be primarily focused in London, but will include supporting schools in locations across the UK as we develop new hubs. An average week in this role might see you attending meetings with new partners to secure support for new programmes, sourcing venues for training days, scheduling programme delivery dates, identifying and contacting schools in our programme delivery areas to sign up their kitchen teams to our programme, developing new content on our learning management system, attending webinars our Chef Trainers are delivering, and supporting Chef Trainers with our in-person kick off sessions, and graduation celebrations.
You will be joining a dynamic and growing charity who are passionate about delivering exceptional training, skill sharing, expertise and know-how to advance the quality of food preparation, food service and food education in schools.
You will have an understanding of the context that we operate in, education and food sectors. You will have strong people skills, be highly organised and have the ability to manage effective partnerships with external organisations.
The responsibilities, skills and experience listed below are intended to give you an idea of what we need for this role. If you don’t meet every requirement but feel you would be able to work with us to deliver the majority of them, we urge you to apply anyway. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and for us the most important ‘experience’ is passion for our mission. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
We want to get to know you at the interview and understand we can do this best if you’re at ease. We’re an inclusive employer and are passionate about creating a welcoming working environment for everyone. We’re continually updating our DEI policy and have a neurodiversity champion. If you need adjustments to the interview process please let us know.
As we work with children and young people, an offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS clearance, in line with our safeguarding policy.
Key responsibilities:
● To work with the Director of Transformations to ensure that all programme delivery is delivered in line with our vision, values and ethos.
● To support and manage our Chef Trainers to ensure a high quality and consistent standard of programme delivery.
● Coordinate and oversee all programme activities, including booking venues, scheduling, logistics, and managing Chef Trainer workload.
● Work closely with the Director of Transformations, Director of Impact and Partnerships and the School Engagement Manager to assess, cost and propose suitable programmes of support for schools, multi-academy trusts and caterers interested in our School Chef Educator Programme.
● Working with the School Engagement Manager, attend and contribute to meetings with Senior Leadership of prospective participating schools and academies.
● Liaise and manage relationships with Senior Leadership and Programme Sponsors, being the key contact for operational delivery of programmes.
● To work alongside the Director of Transformations and Director of Partnerships & Impact to ensure that service level agreements are agreed with partners and that our delivery matches the agreements.
● To monitor costs of the programme delivery, reporting progress of programmes to the Director of Transformations, identifying any risks or delays to programme delivery.
● At all times to ensure that our training programmes are being delivered in a legally compliant, cost-effective way.
● Working with the School Engagement Manager, to identify suitable schools for our funded training programmes, ensuring a high uptake of available places on our funded training programmes.
● Ensuring learning and evaluation is embedded in our programme delivery, working with the Chef Trainers to document best practice learnt from each programme.
● To work alongside the Director of Partnerships & Impact and our Research Supervisor to ensure that we’re collecting accurate and relevant data to measure our impact, evaluate the impact and effectiveness of the programmes, conducting regular assessments and measurements.
● Work with the Research Supervisor to support preparing reports on the impact of the School Chef Educator programmes, including statistical data, trends, and success stories.
● Maintain accurate data records and ensure our contacts database is up to date with relevant participant, partner and engagement information.
● Collaborate with the Chef Trainers to ensure the delivery of high-quality services that meet the needs of participants on our programmes.
● Overseeing project planning and execution for the continued expansion of the roll-out of the School Chef Educator training programme - this will involve being organised and keeping the project on track, working with internal and external parties.
● Assist in the delivery of programmes where necessary, providing support and guidance to the Chef Trainers as needed.
● Working with the Chief Innovation Officer, the Chef Trainers across all our programmes and the wider Chefs in Schools network to identify current and future skills requirements for the school kitchen workforce.
● Developing and/or commission relevant training materials to keep our programme up to date and develop new programmes that complement our organisational strategy.
● Plan, and manage the continued iterative development of our School Chef Training programme. Lead on programme design, monitoring performance and adjusting our approach as necessary for future cohorts.
● Line manage the Chef Trainers, lead on hiring, training and managing any future staff required as our programme offering grows.
● Maintain and manage our Learning Management System, and Learning App, ensuring good version control, user management, and digital legal compliance.
Skills & experience:
● You are passionate about food and want to make an impact
● You have interest and belief in our mission, to improve child health through improving food and food education in schools
● You have a background or experience in project or programme management at national scale
● You are self-motivated, customer focused and driven
● You are interested in people (working in a small, supportive team)
● You are organised, methodical, strong on detail, and able to map out deadlines and plan ahead
● You are an excellent writer and communicator with strong presentation and facilitation skills
● You are skilled in building rapport with people and strike a balance between being supportive and challenging
● You have a background or significant experience in training
● You have delivered, developed and/or been involved in the roll-out of programmes at scale
● You have experience in delivering in-person and online training sessions
● You have curriculum, pedagogy or training design experience
● You have good digital skills to maintain our resources on an online platform and innovate the learning experience
● You have hands-on experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) including user management, content updates, and troubleshooting technical issues.
● You are well-versed in legal compliance requirements related to digital training programs, ensuring all training content and data management practices adhere to current regulations.
● You possess strong analytical skills for monitoring and evaluating LMS performance, using data to improve user experience and ensure compliance with legal standards.
● You have some experience in leading or managing a team
● You have stakeholder and partnership management experience
Most Important Skills- list 5-8
- Training Delivery and Development
- Curriculum and Training Design
- Project or Programme Management
- Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Stakeholder and Partnership Management
- Communication Skills
- Organisational Skills
- Data Collection and Analysis
Benefits
You would be joining a friendly, supportive team who work hard, but believe in a healthy work / life balance. We seek a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience and knowledge. Joining a small, collaborative team means you’ll be able to contribute to, and draw on, a variety of projects and strategic insights.
We offer 33 days (pro-rata for part time positions) of holiday per year, including bank holidays, a Cycle to Work scheme, hybrid working, free access to the CODE app for discounted restaurants & hospitality venues, enhanced parental leave. We are committed to developing our team and will support you with relevant training opportunities including £250 towards elective training and development of your choice.
We also offer Bupa Dental Insurance, Income Protection Insurance, as well as access to the AIG Smart Health Platform which offers health benefits including free rapid access online GP appointments, free counselling and wellbeing support.
Application process
In line with our commitment to ensuring a fair and unbiased recruitment process, we will invite candidates to interview based on their answers to a series of questions related to their day-to-day job. Please follow this link to answer the questions and submit your application.
Your answers will go through our sifting process: all answers will be anonymised, randomised and then reviewed by a panel of reviewers. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an online interview on 17th July.
Successful candidates will then be invited to an in-person interview to take place on Wednesday 24th July at our office in Brixton, London for which we will ask you to complete a short task. You have 15 mins to complete this task. The interview overall will take a maximum of one hour.
Expected duration of this application process: 6 weeks
We’re on a mission to transform kids’ health through food – plate by plate, class by class, school by school.
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Summary
- Strive for Excellence
- Show Compassion
- Respect others
- Collaborate
- Act with Integrity
- Develop excellent strategic and operational working relationships with each of the delivery partners who will be delivering the programme
- Work collaboratively to support the shaping, planning, scheduling and implementation of the programme across the different delivery partners in line with the overarching programme framework; its aims and objectives and intended outcomes.
- Support the approach to and continual evolution of the incumbent development programme (CYF focus) in line with best professional / ministerial / leadership development practice.
- Lead on the co-creation and implementation of an overarching evaluation framework for the programme to include collation of data and subsequent reporting in line with governance requirements.
- Collate trends and data from the evaluations and participants to inform future design, and to demonstrate the impact of the programme.
- Present at governance meetings and any other relevant project boards, to consult with and influence senior leaders across the Church.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive central database in relation to the programme. (For example; include participant numbers (starters /completers), participants name/ current role /nominating Diocese, programme structure / indicative content, delivery schedules and evaluation points for each cohort in each provider.)
- Lead on the establishment and co-ordination of a learning community drawn from the relevant delivery partner faculty, to meet not less than three times a year; ensuring programme insights and learning are captured, cross referenced with evaluation data and fed into future programme planning and on-going quality improvement.
- Manage administrative support which is provided by a Project Co-Ordinator.
- Coach senior leaders from any of the leadership programmes as the opportunities arise.
- Contribute to writing reports for key bodies when required, including the House of Bishops, the College of Bishops and General Synod if required.
- Deputise for the Head of Senior Leadership Development in internal and external meetings if required
- Contribute to the 'knowledge capital' on leadership in the Church and to the organisational learning that arises from the programmes.
- Participate in discernment panels for the Strategic Leadership Development Programme (SLDP) as required
- Any other duties as required and commensurate with the post.
- Integration of the riches of the Christian tradition with the best of wider leadership development thinking and practice.
- Ongoing development of the new 'Learning Practicum' virtual learning system.
- Developing partnerships with theologians, TEIs, business schools and other leadership development providers and coaches.
- Playing a full part within the Ministry Development Team and wider Church.
- Wise investment of the available budget and good financial controls.
- Sharing good practice and learning with/from other parts of the Church and other partners.
- A salary of £66,186 plus age-related pension contributions between 8-15% of salary. We will also match any pension contributions you make up to an additional 3% of salary.
- 30 days annual leave plus 8 Bank holidays and NCI days
- Flexible working hours and location, with an expectation of just 1-2 days per week in our office in Westminster
- Structured induction programme and access to a range of development opportunities including apprenticeships
- Access to Occupational Health, and an Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunity to the Civil Service Sports & Social Club, and get involved in a range of staff networks, groups and societies
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Are you passionate about tackling poverty and making a real difference in the local community? Does working with a team of brilliant volunteers to help combat poverty and hunger appeal? If yes, we want to hear from you!
The Trustees of St Neots Foodbank are looking for a new Foodbank Manager to join our amazing team of volunteers. We are a community-led operation that is based on, shaped, and guided by Christian principles. We believe no-one in our community should have to face going hungry.
St Neots Foodbank was founded ten years ago by the town’s churches; and is part of the Trussell Trust network and is still managed by trustees from those churches. At St Neots Foodbank we have our own warehouse and run four distribution centres across St Neots each week; all currently staffed by over 70 volunteers.
We are looking for
As Operations Manager, you will oversee the operations at St Neots Foodbank, giving particular attention to operational efficiency and standards in line with the terms of the franchise, including the implementation of existing policies and standard operating processes. You will be instrumental in enabling our Foodbank to continue to support our community and support and guide its future development.
Our ideal candidate will have relevant experience and be able to demonstrate great leadership qualities to build strong teams based on trust and understanding. Self-motivation, organisation and excellent interpersonal skills will be essential for this role. We are looking for an individual who is in sympathy with Christian values, and who has the ability to work empathetically with people from disadvantaged, marginalised, or socially excluded backgrounds.
Ful details can be found in the attached Job Description.
Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and the job advert may close early if the right candidate if found beforehand. The Application Form should be completed before interview.
The first round of interviews has been scheduled for Thursday 18th July 2024.
We are part of a nationwide network of foodbanks, supported by The Trussell Trust, working to combat poverty and hunger across the UK.
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The Mare and Foal Sanctuary rescues abandoned, neglected, or abused horses and ponies, offering them sanctuary for life. In each of our five peaceful sanctuaries in Devon, we unlock a world of natural, wild beauty where horses, ponies, and people who were struggling can enjoy life again.
Our compassionate and knowledgeable team cares for nearly 200 horses and ponies at our sanctuaries. Additionally, over 400 horses and ponies are rehomed and offered sanctuary at home by our dedicated carers. Sanctuary care is supported by a welfare team assisting owners struggling with the enormous commitment of horse ownership.
Operating across four sites in Devon, we are proud to offer:
· An Equine Assisted Services program to our local community in Devon. This program provides a range of activities for vulnerable children, young people, and adults involving our rescued horses and ponies - many of whom have also endured adverse life experiences.
· A small retail network helps support our fundraising and brand awareness, and we have ambitious plans to build on our open days and transform our Coombe Park sanctuary into a permanent visitor centre.
Chief Executive Officer
Devon, with hybrid working that ensures the best leadership of the charity.
Circa £95,000 per annum
This is an exciting opportunity to lead an ambitious organisation, keen to continue to grow the scale, reach and impact of our work. Building on our solid financial position, well respected brand and working alongside our highly skilled Board and our passionate team, there are a number of exciting opportunities available to us.
Our new CEO will develop our new organisational strategy that sees us develop our visitor engagement opportunities, our capital investment, and our equine assisted services. The CEO will realise our ambitions to increase our reach and impact, our commercial opportunities, and our national profile.
We are looking to appoint a passionate and ambitious leader who brings:
· A track record of scaling up organisations, from strategic planning to delivery.
· Experience of operating at strategic level, with inspirational leadership skills.
· A commercial outlook, with experience of identifying and implementing new opportunities that drive income.
Whilst we are open to candidates from all sectors and no professional animal welfare experience is needed, we are looking for people who have a passion for animals and will enjoy immersing themselves in the equine sector.
For further information and to apply to this role, please click the 'apply' button to be redirected to the Prospectus website.
Recruitment Timetable
Deadline for applications: Wednesday 14th August 2024
Interviews with Prospectus: 21-28th August 2024
Meetings with The Mare and Foal Sanctuary’s stakeholders: w/c 2nd September 2024
Interviews with The Mare and Foal Sanctuary: w/c 2nd September 2024
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Job Title: Global Press & PR Manager
Reporting to: Director of Marketing & Communications
Contract Type: Full time (37.5 Hours) Permanent
Principal Location: London (minimum 3 days a week in our London HQ)
Salary: £34,000-£42,000
Part 1: Role Purpose:
The Global Press & PR Manager will play a vital role in growing awareness and exposure of Street Child, working with journalists, editors and media houses to build a consistent and pro-active media presence. Street Child’s Global MMC team is fully integrated into the whole organisation and our primary aim is to raise awareness of Street Child and act as a force-multiplier for fundraising efforts.
The role will explore new media relationships and re-ignite existing contacts, turbo-charging the value press and media generates for Street Child.
This is a role for a high-class media professional with a passion for our mission, great energy, imaginations and fantastic relationship building skills. This role requires an individual who will be based in our London office for a minimum of three days a week.
Tasks include delivering media coverage across global outlets, supporting the delivery of media training and briefings and the management/development of Street Child’s podcast.
Part 2: Key Responsibilities:
Delivering global media coverage (80%):
- Develop and maintain close working relationships with journalists across a range of broadcast, print and digital media outlets, looking beyond mainstream media to deliver global reach.
- Writing and publishing compelling, engaging press releases
- Manage and deliver media coverage on key campaigns and initiatives
- Support on the delivery of media briefings, including for the CEO, where required
- Lead and deliver PR campaigns, including influencer activations and activity
- Support the planning and management of overseas and UK trips for the purpose of generating coverage and content, often with journalists or high-profile supporters
- Be available for out of hours media, this will see you handling media enquiries and proactively pushing out stories at the weekend and out of hours during the week- this is crucial to communicating our rapid responses in a timely manner.
- Podcast management and development (10%)
- Develop and implement Street Child’s podcast strategy, aligning it with the broader communications and fundraising goals.
- Plan, research, and produce engaging podcast episodes, ensuring high-quality content that highlights Street Child’s programmes, impact stories, and key messages. This includes scripting, interviewing, editing, and post-production.
- Identify, reach out to, and coordinate with potential guests, including Street Child staff, beneficiaries, industry experts, and celebrity supporters. Manage these relationships to ensure a diverse and compelling line-up of interviewees.
- Monitor and analyse podcast performance metrics, listener feedback, and industry trends. Use insights to continuously improve content quality, format, and reach, ensuring the podcast remains relevant and impactful.
- Work with the wider team to develop and execute marketing and promotional plans to grow the podcast’s audience.
Strategic support (10%):
- Working closely with key stakeholders from other departments within Street Child to provide PR support, as well as developing and executing creative ways to deliver Street Child’s objectives.
- Building high profile, positive awareness of Street Child and our mission across PR; this must help to educate the public and demonstrate the scale of our impact with key external stakeholders.
- Providing PR support to key moments throughout the year, such as our “Back to School” campaign in order to achieve mass audience engagement
- Support the Director of Marketing and Comms to protect Street Child’s reputation
- Working with our programme teams to deliver stories which communicate our impact and highlight our emergency work
Part 3: Person Specification
Attributes /Essential / Desirable
Experience and Knowledge:
- Experience working in a busy, high pressure Press Office, in-house or a Marketing/Press Relations agency.
- Experience in developing and executing PR strategies, across multiple media platforms and with a range of internal/external stakeholders
- Excellent personal contacts with journalists from a range of global publications and PR/Marketing professionals
- A strong portfolio of media coverage in a variety of outlets for a wide range of PR initiatives
- Ability to identify the media hook and shape the key media lines
- Strong and proven ability to successfully pitch stories to key external contacts and high-profile media professionals Understanding of, and interest in, the international development sector
- Interest in child education and/or international development
- Experience in developing podcasts, including editing
Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent spoken and written English skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Flexible attitude
- Exceptional organisation skills with an ability to juggle short-term, tight deadlines with longer term projects
- Excellent writing skills, including writing engaging press releases, features and comment pieces
- Commitment to international development and Street Child’s mission
- An energetic team player who can effectively collaborate with a can-do approach
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable across the wider fundraising team
- Excellent relationship building and influencing skills with a range of internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to interview
Other:
- Willing to travel within the UK and overseas to programme locations
- A commitment and alignment to the values and objectives that Street Child holds
About Street Child:
Street Child began working in Sierra Leone in 2008 with one project for 100 children. In just 15 years we have reached over 1,000,000 children across more than 20 countries. Powerful, imaginative, professional, and at times brave, communications and story-telling have been a key driver in our early development - and will be equally critical if we are to continue to grow our impact for children living in the world's toughest contexts.
Street Child’s commitment to Safeguarding:
Street Child is committed to the safeguarding and protection of the communities we serve, our partners, our volunteers, and our staff.
As part of this commitment to safeguarding, all offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate background checks. Street Child also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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You have a good understanding of the harm caused by alcohol and drug use to adults, young people, children, families and society and a sympathetic approach to people who misuse them. All you need is the perfect environment to put your skills to great use. Welcome to Aquarius as a Support Worker (Community Connector – Engagement Team).
Aquarius is a charity that helps people and communities overcome the harm caused by alcohol, drugs and gambling. We are part of ‘One Recovery Buckinghamshire’ (ORB), a partnership between Inclusion (MPFT NHS Trust), Aquarius, and Build on Belief providing support for alcohol and drug issues across Buckinghamshire.
We are looking for two Support Workers to join our team. We have two positions available one position in Aylesbury and one position in High Wycombe. Please state on the supporting statement which position (or both) you are applying for.
Your challenge? To provide advice, support, advocacy and key work for recovery plans and undertake elements of assessment and case management as directed. And, all the while, we’ll expect you to operate in a way that recognises and values diversity and understands the functional model of substance misuse, the Recovery Agenda and the problems caused by alcohol and drug misuse.
Preferably with a NVQ 2/3 in Social Care, or willing to attain this, you are used to working to policy and procedural requirements that include child protection, vulnerable adults, confidentiality and health & safety.
We’ll also be looking for good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to maintain accurate records and fulfil data requirements. A flexible approach is important too, as is a commitment to taking a client centred approach to providing services and working in a way that recognises and values diversity.
This is a permanent full-time role requiring the post holder to work 37 hours per week.
We are committed to increasing our diversity and we would welcome applications from those with lived experience and/or who are from a BAME background.
This is a rolling recruitment process. Candidates will be interviewed as and when they are shortlisted.
To apply please visit our website and submit a CV and supporting statement which should clearly outline your skills and experience.
Aquarius was a subsidiary of Richmond Fellowship, with both organisations being part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. On 1st June 2024 Richmond Fellowship merged with Humankind to form a single organisation that provides the joined-up mental health, housing and drug and alcohol support we’ve all known has been needed for decades. At the same time, Aquarius became a subsidiary of Humankind, with no impact to terms and conditions of employment. In October 2024, Humankind will be renamed to reflect the new organisation, of which Aquarius will remain a subsidiary.
Inspiring Girls International is a global organization dedicated to raising the aspirations of young girls by connecting them with female role models from various industries. Our mission is to inspire girls to aim high and pursue their dreams, regardless of gender stereotypes.
The Role:
We’re seeking a creative and enthusiastic Digital Communications and Campaigns Officer to help amplify our mission and purpose through digital content. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in digital marketing, excellent communication skills, and a passion for working with an organization focused on women and girls. You’ll take on a key role in our digital content creation, helping to plan and produce engaging content for social platforms and our website, and drive forward exciting global campaigns. This is a UK based role, with regular travel to London required for team catch-ups.
Key Responsibilities:
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Deliver a digital communications and campaigns strategy that supports the organization's goals.
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Create and manage content for the organization’s website, social media channels, and other digital platforms.
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Plan, coordinate, and implement digital campaigns, ensuring consistent messaging and branding.
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Monitor and analyze the performance of digital communications and campaigns, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.
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Manage social media accounts, including content creation, scheduling, and community engagement.
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Oversee the production of multimedia content, including videos, graphics and presentation materials as needed.
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Collaborate with international teams to ensure consistent messaging and branding across major campaigns and all digital channels.
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Conduct research on digital marketing trends, best practices, and competitor activities to inform campaign strategies.
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Maintain the organization's digital asset library and ensure all content is up-to-date and aligned with branding guidelines.
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Assist with the ideation and execution of partnership communications deliverables.
Experience and skills
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Creative thinker with a passion for storytelling and content creation.
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Proven experience in digital communications, social media management, and content creation.
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Strong understanding of social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
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Proficiency in graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) and video editing software.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with excellent attention to detail
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Ability to problem solve and approach challenges in a creative way
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Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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Ability to motivate and inspire internal and external stakeholders
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Passion for Inspiring Girls International’s mission and values.
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Self-motivated, and comfortable working as part of a small team.
Desirable
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Experience working in the nonprofit sector or with social impact organizations.
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Familiarity with online fundraising and donor engagement strategies.
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Knowledge of SquareSpace web design
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Experience in media relations.
Benefits:
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Opportunity to work with a global team committed to empowering young girls.
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Flexible remote working environment.
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Professional development opportunities.
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Meaningful work that makes a positive impact on society.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Prospectus are excited to be working with Save the Children to help them recruit for a Face to Face Agency Manager to join their team. Save the Children is an international, non-governmental organization. It was founded in the UK in 1919, with the goal of helping improve the lives of children worldwide. The organization helps to raise money to improve children's lives by creating better educational opportunities, better health care, and improved economic opportunities.
This role is offered on a permanent full-time contract basis with a salary of £35,100 to £39,000 per annum with flexible hybrid working arrangements at their London office.
Reporting to the Senior Manager Direct Engagement, this pivotal role is accountable for ensuring the successful day-to-day delivery of their face-to-face programme nationwide. The post holder will build strong relationships with agencies through direct engagement and site visits, ensuring transparency and excellence. They will support delivery of their innovative fundraiser engagement program, optimizing performance and motivation. They will manage budget allocation and optimization across channels, ensuring resources are utilized efficiently. The post holder will collaborate with internal teams to improve processes and deliver exceptional results.
They are looking for someone with demonstrable experience of managing end-to-end face-to-face fundraising campaigns and teams. They are looking for a candidate with knowledge of the F2F fundraising landscape and agency models. The ideal candidate will be committed to the vision, mission, and values of Save the Children.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Firas El Dib at Prospectus.
If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.
Lambourne End Centre are looking to recruit a Fundraising and Marketing Coordinator. The post holder will be responsible for raising revenue and capital funds primarily from trusts, companies and through organising fundraising events to support the work of the Centre. They will also be required to promote the Centre to potential funders, user groups and the public, especially via the Centre’s website and social media channels. Candidates will need to demonstrate that they can think creatively, use initiative and work productively with colleagues. They need to have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to enthuse others.
This exciting opportunity will ideally suit someone at the early stages of their career in charity fundraising.
The post will be based on a 35 hour week, but will involve flexible working including occasional evenings and weekends.
Due to the nature of the work the post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Lambourne End Centre is a fantastic 54 acre site in south west Essex full of opportunity. The Centre boasts residential accommodation and training facilities, adventure activities, and a working farm and gardens with dedicated environmental areas. These are used to generate a wide range of programmes to improve health and wellbeing and promote personal development, especially for those who struggle in mainstream environments.
Registered Charity Number 1105063, Company Number 05067695
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you passionate about making a difference in education and social mobility? We have an exciting opportunity for you to lead the Corporate Partnerships team at this education charity and drive forward their mission to level the playing field for disadvantaged and under-resourced students.
Position: Head of Corporate Partnerships
- Location: Hybrid - at least one day per month in London office
- Contract: 14-month Fixed Term, Maternity Cover
- Working Pattern: Full-time, with flexible working options
- Salary: circa £37,500 to £47,000
Why Join Us?
- Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays and Christmas closure
- PerkBox: Nationwide discounts on shopping, gym memberships, holidays, and more
- Community Engagement: 3 paid volunteering days annually
- Impact: Our programme significantly boosts the chances of students from under-resourced backgrounds attending top universities.
About the Role:
As the Head of Corporate Partnerships, you will:
- Develop and execute a strategy to win, retain, and grow high-value corporate partnerships.
- Inspire and lead a team to deliver outstanding account management and fundraising.
- A large focus on securing new business at the 5 and 6 figure level: from lead generation through to managing the preparation and submission of major corporate partnership bids.
- Managing a couple of large corporate accounts
About you:
- Proven experience in corporate fundraising, partnership management, or a corporate background.
- Strong strategic and hands-on fundraising skills, particularly around corporate new business.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
- A passion for education and social mobility
This role will particularly suit an existing Head of Corporate Fundraising looking for a new challenge or a Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager looking to take a step up.
About Us: We are an education charity committed to creating a fairer society by supporting students from under-resourced backgrounds to access top universities. Our unique combination of tuition and in-school mentoring helps students achieve their academic goals and navigate the university application process.
If you are an experienced and passionate professional ready to lead our Corporate Partnerships team, we want to hear from you! Apply today and help us transform the educational opportunities for young people across the UK.
*This role could close at any time
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.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and/or equivalent experience and demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional development. This role is crucial in building and nurturing relationships with community partners and allies, with a predominant focus on partnerships, fundraising and individual giving to support our mission.
Community Engagement;
• Identify and engage with key community partners and allies.
• Together with the Fundraising and Training Manager and Senior Leadership Team, build and maintain strong relationships with local organisations, stakeholders, and influencers.
• Represent the organisation at community events, meetings, and forums to promote our mission and initiatives.
Partnership Building;
• Create and manage partnership agreements, ensuring mutual benefits and clear expectations.
• Collaborate with partners to develop joint initiatives and campaigns.Stakeholder Management
• Serve as the primary point of contact for community partners and allies.
• Ensure timely communication and updates on organisational activities and opportunities for collaboration.
• Organise and participate in events to strengthen community ties and foster new relationships.
Individual Giving;
• Together with the Income Generation & Training Manager, develop and implement a strategy for individual giving, including donor acquisition, retention, and stewardship.
• With direction from the Income Generation & Training Manager, create compelling fundraising campaigns and appeals to engage individual donors.
• Monitor and analyse donor trends to inform fundraising strategies and improve outcomes.
Donor Engagement;
• Cultivate relationships with donors, providing personalised communication and recognition.
• Develop and manage donor events and activities to build loyalty and increase support.
• Prepare and deliver presentations, proposals, and reports to donors and prospects.
Fundraising Targets;
• Set and achieve annual fundraising targets for individual giving.
• Track and report on fundraising progress, providing regular updates to senior management.
• Ensure efficient use of resources and maximum return on investment.
Sahir stands as the oldest LGBTQ+ charity in the Liverpool City Region. We’re also a proud support organisation for people living with HIV.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are seeking an exceptional candidate who is committed to help Arty-Folks flourish within both the mental health and creative sector in Coventry and Warwickshire. You will hold fast to all that is unique and special about Arty-Folks.
Our new CEO will build the team and organisational structure that will take Arty-Folks forward as we transition from our current CEO and Founder who is retiring in the next 2 years.Since the pandemic, Arty-Folks has more than tripled the number of people we support, and demand for our service that provides immediate access continues to grow. Our new CEO will lead our expansion plans.
The role requires strategic leadership and operational oversight that ensure the charity's growth and ability to handle increasing demand, while maintaining the high quality of its services. It is essential that as the head of a small team our CEO is closely connected to our day-to-day operations whilst maintaining a strategic viewpoint that drives innovation, co-production, fundraising, and collaborations.
Essential Knowledge and Skills:
- Committed and passionate about mental health, the visual arts, and putting people first.
- Leadership experience & team mgt.
- Ability to create plans, budget and manage financial controls
- Demonstrable success in fundraising.
- Experience of working in a similar sector.
- Strong knowledge of the Coventry / Warwickshire area.
Responsibilities
Strategy
- Working with the Board to articulate a clear and compelling vision for growth with realistic and measurable goals for scaling our program and social impact.
- Communicating effectively between the Board of Trustees and our team, and ensuring daily activities align with the organisation's strategic plan and KPI’s.
- Working with the Board of Trustees to mitigate organisational risks and enable decisions that will protect against major business disruption
- Ensuring business plans progress efficiently while ensuring required resources are available.
- Developing effective collaborations with VCSE organisations, the NHS, Public Health and community partners to provide our members access to a wide range of services.
Stability
- Overseeing the development and optimisation of the organization's infrastructure, including technology, facilities, and human resources, to support increased capacity.
- Overseeing the robust financial management of our finances to ensure long-term sustainability, compliance, and efficiency.
- Developing and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy that builds and nurtures strong relationships with existing and prospective funders.
- Building capacity by recruiting top talents as Trustees, staff or volunteers, offer training and support to equip them with the skills needed and to develop their leadership skills.
- Supporting our staff team with professional development, good working conditions, supportive management, and regular performance appraisals.
Scalability
- Ensuring evidence-based systems for monitoring and evaluating the impact of our service are implemented, using service user data and feedback to make informed decisions and adjustments.
- Writing high quality impact reports that are comprehensive, transparent, and wellstructured to effectively communicate outcomes and social return on investment.
You will be supported by and work alongside our Artistic Director who will be stepping down from her current CEO role.
Annual Holiday - 29 days including statutory holidays (pro rata)
Probationary Period - 6 months
Rate of pay - £36,000 per annum pro rata (£21,600 for 3 days/wk)
The company has a contributory pension scheme with NEST.
CEO reports to Arty-Folks Board of Trustees
Employment terms
Employment with Arty-Folks will be subject to the following checks prior to a start date:
- A satisfactory police record check to include an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
- Receipt of satisfactory references
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK
How to Apply
Submit your CV and covering letter demonstrating how you meet the essential skills and experience.
We will conduct a rolling interview process so candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Pleae read our full recruitment pack on our website.
We exist to inspire people recovering from mental health problems to realise their full potential and lead fulfilling lives through the visual arts
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This exciting role offers a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring and multi-talented individual to develop their career in a charity that is passionate about families with young children. We're looking for someone who is a natural communicator, who can use different social and creative media to get our message across to different stakeholders, whilst providing core administrative support to the team.
Home-Start Barnet (HSB) delivers personalised, early intervention programmes to families with young children, who have multiple needs and are struggling to cope with the challenges they face. Our trained volunteers provide the emotional support needed to prevent crisis and the practical tools to empower parents and carers to give their children the best start in life.
The Operations and Communications Administrator will proactively facilitate this work by being a central point of contact and by offering key administrative support across the organisation. They will be a self-starter, well organised and committed to the cause.
The role is based at our offices in Finchley, N3. We ideally require someone to be present in the office 5 days a week, but there can be flexibilty for the right candidate. This would suit someone who would like to work shorter days or around other commitments. We are a diverse workplace and we offer flexibility and accomodations for staff to ensure they can deliver their full potential. We have a welcoming and relaxed office environment, but also take pride in our professional standards.
Key responsibilities are to:
- Handle all incoming communications - phone, email and other communications
- Provide central administration support to the charity
- Support and build engagement across different social media channels
- Update content for HSB’s website
- Support and help organise training and events
Further details can be found in the Job Description.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.