Faith-Based Jobs

The main responsibilities of the of Diocesan Housing Surveyor are:

• Inspect Clergy houses and assess repairs and improvements necessary in compliance with Coventry Diocese Clergy Housing Standards.
• Implement the recommendations of the property reports.
• Arrange property inspections and implement the required works with the agreement of the Property Manager.
• Address reactive repairs and ensure works are undertaken and completed in accordance with the Housing Standards.
• Prepare schedules of work and cost budgets, agree these with the Property Manager before tendering to approved contractors.

What we are looking for in a Diocesan Housing Surveyor:

· Driving Licence with access to own car

· Previous experience of managing small works contracts

· Working knowledge of residential building defects and their resolution

· Proven awareness of health and safety with regard to building management and works contracts.

· Being responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of properties whilst remaining within budgetary and time constraints

· Degree Level or relevant experience commensurate to the role

· Evidence for continuing professional development.

· Familiarity using a modern Property Management software package

This post reports to the Property Manager and is based in the Diocesan Offices in Coventry.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

In the Diocesan offices we are committed to work with determination towards a fuller representation of the social, cultural and ethnic diversity which accurately reflects the people we serve in the Diocese of Coventry. We expect all employees to promote and model equity, diversity and inclusion in their working practices and relationships and to uphold principles of equality of opportunity in accordance with our legal and theological obligations as written in Galatians 3:28 which says, “There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus”.

If you have a disability, long-term illness or are neurodiverse, and you feel this prevents you from meeting any of the essential criteria, please contact us to discuss the adjustments we can make for you.

As an equal opportunities employer, we particularly welcome applications from United Kingdom Minority Ethnic / Global Majority Heritage (UKME/GMH) candidates who are currently underrepresented in our organisation. All appointments will be made on merit of skill and experience relative to the role.

All employees undertake mandatory Diversity, Equity and Inclusion training during their employment with us.

To see more details about this role and how to apply, please click on the "apply" link and it will take you to our website. 

UK Programmes Officer 

Location: Oldham EIC with flexibility (with some home working)

Hours: Full time

Salary: £25,000-£30,000

Main Responsibilities:

To work within the UK Programmes by providing support to Masjid Benchmarking, organising online Seminars, Support to Icare, Masjid Benchmarking, Education (Madaris) oversee and monitor Masjid Connect and Islamophobia monitoring, Publicity, supporting other areas of work of UKIM central team that may be delegated e.g. Imam CPD, Dawah, Tarbiyah.

Essentially the role is to support the Head of UK programmes to implement a varied and diverse programme of engagement to support improvement of the different programmes, masjids, branches, and departments in UKIM that require the support from UK Programmes Team. 

The post is varied and ever changing depending on the needs of the members and programmes within UKIM.   

Key Duties:

• To support Masjid and Branch Improvement through enabling them to undertake the self-assessment audit and then to deliver a development day based on the self-audit.

• To organise training both face to face and online that will enable masjids and branches to develop and move forward in their work programme.

• To bring on board speakers that will enable mosques to develop.

• To engage with the Dawah programme and to develop a robust programme of support to meet the needs of the department and different stakeholders. The parameters of this are still to be agreed and may involve some of the following areas it serves including new Muslims, design new curriculum, develop resources, re-develop & update websites, Unity Iftars, teach new Muslims & train daees. Based on your capacity and availability of resources to outsource where appropriate.

• To support the wider effort of masjid benchmarking by undertaking audits and maintaining contact with masjids through WhatsApp, support in delivery of development training etc. 

• To support Head of UK Programmes to provide information and advice on training, workforce and funding capability development to UKIM masjids/centres and branches.

• To support in the development of and deliver high quality core training courses and materials as an integral part of our work in order to support the development of masjids, madaris and branches. 

• To support development of Secretariat Function of the UK Programmes Team and to market training and funding support provision and oversee the recruitment and selection of learners. 

• To support training for masjid/centre and branch learners and to recruit, induct and manage external trainers and/or consultants, where appropriate.

• To support appraisal and evaluation of UK programmes 

• To provide expert support and guidance to the education department.

• To work with appropriate staff colleagues to identify and develop income generating activities that relate to provision of services from masjid/centres and branches. 

• To support the Line Manager and Executive Officer to ensure that UK programmes is compliant with funding requirements.

• To keep informed of current developments in life‐long learning, good practice, funding opportunities and appropriate quality standards and to disseminate this information.

• Where appropriate work to accreditation of training to masjids/centres 

• To liaise with awarding bodies to ensure that all conditions of centre membership, policies and procedures and relevant quality assurance systems are implemented and evidenced. 

• To maintain the administrative systems relating to the post. 

The post holder will be expected to use their initiative, be proactive and work with a wide range of people in local communities and statutory agencies.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Education & Experience

• Experience of working with community organisations in a community development and training role E 

• Experience in programme development, monitoring, and evaluation. £ 

• Experience of conducting needs assessments. E 

• Experience of delivering training on safeguarding, health and safety, lone working, funding and bid writing. E 

Training:

• Experience of delivering training to people from diverse community groups E 

• Experience of developing training materials and delivering and managing a range of unaccredited and accredited training courses E 

• Experience of working with Muslims communities and faith communities more broadly E

• Management qualification D

• Funding qualifications D

• Teaching qualification D 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• An understanding of the issues affecting local masjids and Muslims communities and the training and development needs of their staff and volunteers E

• Knowledge of Islamic beliefs and practices E

• Ability to analyse training needs and to develop a programme of learning in response to identified needs. E

• Ability to design assessment tasks and assess learners work E

• Ability to manage training provision whilst ensuring that accessibility and equality & diversity issues are addressed.  E

• Ability to communicate clearly in person and in writing to a diverse range of audiences. E 

• Ability to monitor and evaluate the impact of training provision and to report on these issues E

• Ability to use ICT including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook and to be administratively self‐servicing, creating on line forms, E 

• Able to work some evening and occasional weekends by prior arrangement. E

• Knowledge of the charity sector. E

• Good leadership and people management skills. E

• Fluent written and spoken English. E

• Report and proposal writing skills. E

• Complex problem solving and decision-making skills. E

• Commit to withhold the integrity and standards of UKIM Relief and its values. E

You may also have experience in the following: Project Support, Project Assistant, Project Coordinator, Project Administrator, Project Management, Programme Support, Risk Management, Project Compliance, etc.

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Events Officer

Salary: £25,000-£30,000

Contract: Full time, permanent

Location: Flexible 

Closing Date: 23/05/2024 (we may close vacancy early if sufficient applications are received)

We are looking for 2 talented, creative and experienced Events Officers to work in our already established team. 

UKIM is one of the premier faith based civil society organisations working in the UK to serve the needs of the Muslim community in the UK. UKIM is going through a major organisational reform to re-establish itself as an effective civil society organisation and fulfil its mission. The reform includes major changes at governance and executive level and relocating its Head Office from London to Oldham.

The job holder is expected to provide inclusive and visionary leadership that inspires, engages and motivates employees, supporters and partners. To deliver UKIM’s vision and mission and to develop the organisation’s leading position within UK’s civil society community.

Applicants should be sympathetic to Islamic principles and values and have a solid understanding & experience of Muslim communities in the UK.

Main Responsibilities:

• To assist in the delivery of UKIM’s events programme across the UK and be part of the team that supports the national leadership of the organisation in delivering events (including fundraising and marketing events) as per agreed strategy and plan.

• To assist in securing event funding and ensuring monitoring and evaluation of all events is conducted on a regular basis. 

• To assist in developing event strategies and operational plans, building relationships and liaising with partners and local Branches.

• To be effective member of the Events Department by assisting in development of and following clear procedures and processes for meeting strategic objectives of UKIM.

• To arrange and manage all events within UKIM at a local, regional and national level.

• To assist in creating a professional, end to end approach for all UKIM events, ensuring consistency across the whole event lifecycle, including documentation, feedback and review process.

• To assist the Events manager in agreeing an annual Events schedule with the board of Trustees across all areas of UKIM.

• To assist in implementing, managing and developing Project strategy, operations, risk management strategy, monitoring & evaluation systems and budgets ensuring they are in accordance with UKIM’s global policies, principles and approach.

• To assist the Events Manager in line managing all volunteer or employed event managers and staff in field or regional offices.

• To assist in effective management, support and development of staff and volunteers involved in Event implementation.

• To visit events and branches country-wide to oversee and evaluate events and to encourage, advise and monitor staff.

• To ensure that UKIM’s financial, administrative and HR policies are adhered to in all events and by all staff responsible.

• To proactively seek opportunities for funding through networking and oversee the writing of event proposals. 

• To participate in implementation of donor-funded events, ensuring delivery meets donor requirements and UKIM’s international policies, principles and development approach. 

• To ensure the reports for completed events are received from implementing partners on time and are analysed at the Head Office for evaluating each partner’s performance and to retain appropriate audit trail.

• To ensure event management and operation information is communicated quickly and efficiently to the Executive Director and Board of Trustees.

• To participate in and carry out annual staff appraisals as appropriate.

• To assist in diligently managing an agreed expenditure budget, taking careful measure to report any unexpected costs in good time as and when appropriate.

• To comply with all policies, procedures, legal and regulatory requirements.

• To be willing to travel extensively with short notice.

• To respect the unique contribution of every individual and work positively in an equal opportunity and diverse environment. 

• Any other duties commensurate with the accountabilities of the post. 

Person Specification: 

E – Essential D – Desirable

• Educated to graduate level or equivalent in a development-related subject D

• Relevant experience of working in a similar role within the charity and development sector, including experience of management and leadership. E

• Proven participation in Event assessment, planning, management, monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment skills. E

• Proven experience of funding proposal writing and budget design for events. E

• Experience of working on donor-funded events, grant compliance and management E

• Fluency in English (spoken and written) essential, second language is an asset. E Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as negotiation and administrative abilities E

• Finance management skills within event management D

• Good interpersonal skills with ability to network and establish links and partnerships with all relevant stakeholders E

• Ability to think and plan strategically. E 

• An ability to delegate, follow-up and supervise as well as support. E

• Ability to work well on own initiative. E

• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines and adapt to change. E

• Ability to communicate cross-culturally D

• Ability to travel nationally. E

• Commit to withhold the integrity and standards of UKIM, its values, approach and priorities, within all projects. E

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This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for digital communications and creating engaging content for digital and social platforms. We are looking for someone with excellent communication and implementation skills, who will enjoy being creative and using their expertise to enhance SAT-7 UK digital communications.  The role is based in Chippenham but flexible working options are available.(We will be open to discuss increased hours during a maternity cover period of May – December 2024.)

The Digital Content and Communications Officer (DCCO) reports to the Digital Communications Manager and has responsibility for the SAT-7 UK website, digital marketing and social media. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Website: Developing and updating SAT-7’s websites as inspiring platforms to raise profile, income and engagement.

Emails: Work with colleagues in the Communications Team and across the organisation to build, test and send responsive email templates for all SAT-7 UK’s email requirements (meeting SAT-7’s brand guidelines and conforming to industry standards). Use email marketing tool DotDigital to develop automated communications that strengthen supporter engagement and convert recipients into committed donors.

Content: Deliver engaging and inspiring rich media content across a range of digital channels, including web, email, social media and other digital marketing platforms. 

Social Media: Work closely with other team members to deliver strong social media content and engagement across various platforms, chiefly Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, LinkedIn.

Marketing: Support the digital marketing of SAT-7 resources and campaigns through social media advertising, external agencies and other channels as required, to engage more deeply with existing supporters and donors, acquire new supporters and to raise funds for SAT-7 UK.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• In all communication ensure consistent messaging, branding and tone of voice for the intended audience and that content conforms to the security and style guides.
• Use Customer Relationship Management systems to ensure efficient and secure storage of information.
• Assist members of the team in responding appropriately to communications from supporters and other organisations.
• Liaise with SAT-7 staff from other offices to share ideas and resources.
• Assist the Digital Communications Manager and represent SAT-7 UK at conferences and events as required.
• At all times operate within relevant statutory requirements and guidelines, following best practice recommendations wherever possible. Specially ensure compliance with the Fundraising Regulator and General Data Protection Regulations.

Please see the Application Pack and apply via the SAT-7 UK website.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled writer and/or journalist to tell the stories of SAT-7 and the people of the MENA in fresh and powerful ways. You’ll be working in a fast-paced, creative environment as part of the Communications & Resources Team, delivering high quality content across a range of platforms. You’d be writing engaging podcast and video scripts, informative press releases, powerful viewer testimonies, inspiring articles for our website or print magazine, political briefings, and attention-grabbing email copy. You’ll be one of the main points of contact with our international office and Middle Eastern TV studios, gathering and repurposing impactful stories and resourcing the wider UK team.

You’d also be responsible for making SAT-7 more widely known amongst UK Christians and churches, leaders and influencers, getting SAT-7’s stories and campaigns strategically placed across print, broadcast and digital press and media. Working closely with our external PR agency, you’ll help facilitate regular media opportunities with SAT-7 UK and international spokespeople, making sure they are well prepared for interviews with the press.

The Communications & Press Officer reports to the Communications & Resources Manager.

This role is a permanent role. The role is based in Chippenham but flexible working options are available.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Write engaging content for a range of platforms, in line with our “Read, Listen and Watch” strategy
• Demonstrate the life-changing impact of SAT-7 and the value of supporters’ financial giving
• Show how God is at work in the MENA, and mobilise increased prayer for the issues affecting different people groups and MENA Christians
• Inform supporters and the wider public about the context, news, challenges and opportunities for the MENA region and Church

More detail of key responsibilities and tasks is included in the Application Pack. 

Your role

Church Mission Society is passionate about God’s mission and fired up to see more and more people become followers of Jesus. As one of two Church and Supporter Care Officers you will bring delight to our donors by successfully dealing with their enquiries as their first port of call. You will also proactively contact supporters and churches to encourage them to give and engage with CMS. Through this, your role will make a significant contribution to supporting for the work of Church Mission Society.

The organisation you’ll be joining

Church Mission Society is comprised of people who are passionate about mission and fired up about helping people follow Jesus. For over 200 years CMS has been at the forefront of global mission, living out the gospel of Jesus, seeing lives changed and communities transformed. If you join CMS you will find an organisation that has been reinvigorated with a fresh vision to make disciples of Jesus among people at the edges, both in the UK and around the world.

The organisation you’ll be joining

Church Mission Society is comprised of people who are passionate about mission and fired up about helping people follow Jesus. For over 200 years CMS has been at the forefront of global mission, living out the gospel of Jesus, seeing lives changed and communities transformed. If you join CMS you will find an organisation that has been reinvigorated with a fresh vision to make disciples of Jesus among people at the edges, both in the UK and around the world.

What you’ll need to succeed

The successful candidate will have proven experience working in a customer/supporter facing environment. Administrative skills are essential and experience in telephoning to get results in a customer care environment is highly desirable.

It is also a requirement for this post holder to be in sympathy of CMS’s values and aims.

Further details can be found in the job description and person specification.

Our commitment to you

Our core values of being pioneering, relational, faithful and evangelistic are integral to everything we do, and we work hard to ensure that every member of staff is valued, supported and encouraged to continually learn and develop their skills.

We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of the people we serve, our partners, our volunteers, and our staff. We believe that every child or adult we come into contact with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm and abuse. Our recruitment and selection processes are in line with our Safeguarding Policy and the SCHR Misconduct Disclosure Scheme , of which CMS is a member as part of our commitment to safeguarding. 

We're looking for someone with experience of verging or similar church support work. Good social skills are essential as is the ability to work as part of a team as well as on your own inititiave.  The ability to work closely with and relate well to all Cathedral staff, ministry team, congregation, volunteers, visitors, and members of the general public will also be required. 

The two Assistant Vergers and Precinct Officers (AVPOs) carry out a wide range of duties under the direction of the Head Verger and Precinct Manager.  Work includes: the careful setting up and delivery of all liturgical matters; ensuring a welcoming, clean, and safe environment for all working in, visiting, or using the Cathedral and Cathedral House and precinct and ensuring the day-to-day smooth running of the Cathedral for all.

Essential experience and skills

• Sympathy with the Christian faith.
• At least one year’s experience as a church or cathedral verger or in a similar role.
• A flexible attitude and willingness to take on a range of duties including practical ‘hands- on’ work.
• Attention to detail and an ability to assess priorities including when under pressure.
• Understanding of liturgy or willingness to learn.
• Ability to be a good team player and work collaboratively with Ministry Team, staff and volunteers.
• Willing to work alone.
• Good administrative and IT skills.
• Good understanding of the importance of security, maintenance and health and safety.
• Good social and communication skills.
• Have an open and welcoming attitude to all including volunteers and members of the general public.
• A trained First Aider (or willing to be trained upon appointment to an appropriate level).·
• Ability to work flexibly over seven days and evenings including holiday periods.

Desirable experience

• A communicant member of the Church of England.
• Previous experience in a liturgical capacity.
• Experience of working in an environment where paid and voluntary staff work side by side.
• Experience of delivering events.
• Experience of caretaking duties.

Personal qualities

• Excellent interpersonal skills, in particular warmth, tact, diplomacy, discretion, and imagination.
• In sympathy with the ethos and aims of the Cathedral as a Christian organisation.
• Highly collaborative.
• Ability to lift and carry furniture, climb stairs, walk, and stand unaided for significant periods of time and work at height.
• Ability to work with senior level colleagues and with the general public.
• Committed to equal opportunities and inclusivity.
• Committed to upholding the highest standards of safeguarding practice.

Benefits of working at Portsmouth Cathedral:

• Generous leave allowance of 27 days (pro rata for part-time posts) plus all public holidays
• Employer pension contributions of 7.5%
• Commitment to professional development and training.
• Cash health plan

Safeguarding. The Cathedral takes the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults very seriously, and practices Safer Recruitment for all roles (both paid and voluntary), enhanced DBS for specific roles, and face-to-face or online training as required.

Portsmouth Cathedral is an Equal Opportunities Employer and a member of Inclusive Church.

Closing date for applications: 23.00 Monday 6 May 2024

Interviews will be held week commencing 15 May 2024

Want to be part of a close-knit team that inspires, equips and supports people of all ages to grow in Christian faith? We are looking for someone with a passion for our mission who can provide high level service to customers and supporters as part of the Supporter Services team based at the BRF offices in Abingdon. This full time role involves processing orders from online, phone and post and answering queries. 

As part of the Supporter Services team:

• Respond to customer queries received by telephone, letter, and email, always providing a high standard of customer service.
• Process books, subscriptions and events orders received by post, telephone and online.
• Pack and post orders that require sending from the office.
• Process donations received by all forms, including web donations.
• Allocate payments received by BACS, cheque, or credit card.
• Conduct sales ledger reconciliations.
• Open and distribute the post.
• Assist in credit control.
• Manage office stock levels.
• Assist in processing of renewals and subscription releases.
• Order office and event stock.
• Circulate advance copies.
• Assist finance team with statements to account.
• Administrative support to the Operations team as required.

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience delivering high levels of customer service.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, high degree of confident on the phone.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office, order processing and accounts packages.
• Ability to work well under pressure and to multi-task.
• Excellent literacy and numeracy skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Reliable and consistent.
• Ability to work in a team with a flexible and positive attitude towards sharing tasks and workloads.
• Strong commitment to the aims of the organisation.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays (increasing to 30 days plus bank holidays after five full years' service)
• Additional three days off between Christmas and the New Year
• Auto enrolment pension scheme (8% employer contribution, 3% employee contribution)
• Private health insurance (after successful completion of probationary period)
• Generous flexitime scheme allowing employees to accrue time and earn additional days leave
• Employee Assistance Programme with access to financial advice, career coaching and counselling
• Staff discount scheme
• Learning and development opportunities
• Regular opportunities to connect with colleagues at our weekly briefing and virtual coffee break, and regular team in-person gatherings.
• BRF is proud to be an accredited Living Wage employer

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, in particular those that are currently under-represented within our staff team. This includes, but is not limited to, people from Black, Asian and other ethnic groups, especially within our leadership roles. 

• Recruit, support, train and encourage local volunteers from the host parish and across the deanery to grow mission and ministry with children and their families - particularly with those not yet engaged in their local church community.
• Develop and resource a youth group in the local parish church, and a Messy Church worshipping community.
• Bring to life new volunteer-led initiatives for engaging children and their families with their local church community.
• Catalyse the launch and ongoing development of a new intergenerational worshipping community in the wider deanery, with support from an existing Children and Families Mission Enabler (CFME) and local stakeholders.
• Identify and enable ways in which volunteers from across the deanery could work together fruitfully.
• Identify training needs for volunteers in collaboration with the diocesan Flex Pathway.
• Support and model a culture where children and families are integrated throughout the church and community and where children of all ages are valued and given opportunities to share in ministry and mission.
• Work with the Area Dean to understand potential opportunities in the deanery and identify which parishes will most benefit from CFM support.
• Meet regularly for reflection and supervision with the local supervisor, and line management from the Mission Support Developer CFME.
• Manage the delivery of the CFM project within the parish and deanery and be responsible for gathering and delivering feedback and evaluation, updating plans and communicating clearly with all key stakeholders.
• Participate in a relational and learning community with the existing CFMEs from across CofE Birmingham.
• Uphold high safeguarding standards, supported by the CofE Birmingham safeguarding team.
• Contribute to parish, deanery and diocesan life in other ways as agreed with your line manager, Mission Support Developer CFME.

• Demonstrable love of Christ with an infectious Christian faith
• Experience of building and leading teams of volunteers
• Experience of recruiting and supporting new volunteers
• Experience of initiating and overseeing new work delivered by a team
• A strategic thinker who can deploy teams and individuals in a way that maximises what can be achieved
• A team player, with good self-awareness and both ability and enthusiasm to reflect self-critically with colleagues.
• Empathy, commitment and proven ability to grow healthy relationships with a wide diversity of people.
• Good verbal and written skills and able to communicate effectively in a variety of contexts
• Confident communicating with a number of varied stakeholders in a project who may have differing expectations.
• A commitment to uphold current safeguarding legislation and best practice
• Ability to travel across the geographical area of the deanery
• Supportive of the Church of England and a willingness to work within its frameworks
• There is an occupational requirement for the postholder to be a practising Christian

• Experience of missional activity and ministry with children and their families
• Experience of working with or in schools
• Experience of working with others to bring about culture change
• Confidence in using technology and social media, especially Office 365
• Access to own transport

• Full-time 35 hours per week for a fixed-term of 2.5 years (subject to funding) part-time/flexible working proposals may be considered. The role will be parish based.
• Salary £25,000
• Pension 12% employer contribution into the Church Workers Pension Fund
• Holidays 25 days per annum, plus 8 Bank Holidays, plus 3 discretionary days
• The posts are subject to a DBS disclosure and satisfactory references
• The employer is the Birmingham Diocesan Board of Finance (BDBF)
• Reports to the Mission Support Developer CFME and deanery steering group

The Role of Safeguarding Administrator

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Coventry Diocesan Safeguarding team as a Safeguarding Administrator. 

You will have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work successfully with a range of stakeholders. Effective communication skills, both verbal and written will be key, as well as working collaboratively within a team.

The main responsibilities of the Safeguarding Administrator are:

• To provide effective and efficient administrative and logical support to the diocesan safeguarding team ensuring that all systems contribute to the delivery of high-quality service and the smooth running of the diocesan safeguarding teams work.
• Overseeing the team’s diary management, booking internal and external meetings
• Minute taking meetings including safeguarding meetings
• Screening calls and emails for the diocesan safeguarding team from a range of stake holders including those who may have vulnerabilities, using your initiative to respond to enquiries, delegate safeguarding referrals to the relevant members of the team
• Maintain and update relevant databases and recording systems, ensuring accurate records
• Be responsible for DBS administration of Parish Safeguarding Officers
• Developing knowledge of safeguarding policy to advise appropriately on matters relating to general parish safeguarding such as safer recruitment, training and parish dashboard
• Provide general administrative support, as deemed appropriate by the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor

This post reports to the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor and is based in the Diocesan Offices in Coventry (hybrid working possible). 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

In the Diocesan offices we are committed to work with determination towards a fuller representation of the social, cultural and ethnic diversity which accurately reflects the people we serve in the Diocese of Coventry. We expect all employees to promote and model equity, diversity and inclusion in their working practices and relationships and to uphold principles of equality of opportunity in accordance with our legal and theological obligations as written in Galatians 3:28 which says, “There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus”.

If you have a disability, long-term illness or are neurodiverse, and you feel this prevents you from meeting any of the essential criteria, please contact us to discuss the adjustments we can make for you.

As an equal opportunities employer, we particularly welcome applications from United Kingdom Minority Ethnic / Global Majority Heritage (UKME/GMH) candidates who are currently underrepresented in our organisation. All appointments will be made on merit of skill and experience relative to the role.

All employees undertake mandatory Diversity, Equity and Inclusion training during their employment with us.

To find out more about this role please click on apply and this will take you to our website. 

The District Administrator is the first port of call in the District office and acts as an essential point of contact for all 19 Circuits and their Churches within the District.

The District Administrator will work collaboratively with the Senior District Administrator and be proactive with good organisational skills.

The role will provide administration support in a number of areas to support the Senior District Administrator, with emails, setting up meetings, maintaining records and databases.

Main Responsibilities

• Responsible for incoming emails, telephone calls and meeting and greeting visitors.
• Accurate and effective use of information management systems including general office filing, electronic file management, scanning, archiving, databases, other electronic records, spreadsheets and hard copy paper records, regularly updating as required.
• Write and distribute email, correspondence memos, letters, and forms.
• Assist with maintaining and updating the District Directory and databases.
• Assist with the administration for representative and presbyteral synod.
• Managing and ordering office supplies and research new deals and suppliers
• Maintaining office equipment, i.e. photocopiers and printers for smooth office functionality
• Communicate meetings and agendas to attendees. Take minutes when required and arrange lunches and refreshments.
• Assist with the management of the District Zoom accounts.
• Any other duties and responsibilities identified by the Chair and the Senior District Administrator as are within the capabilities and level of responsibility of the role in order to meet the needs of the District.

Discretion in handling confidential information is essential and good people skills with team working is key.

Position summary

SAT-7 is currently looking to recruit a Development Officer to join SAT-7s Development Department.

The purpose of SAT-7 is to provide Christian television and digital media services to support the work and witness of the church in the Middle East and North Africa.

SAT-7’s Development department works with projects to address often controversial issues in the MENA region such as disability, discrimination, limited educational opportunities, women’s and children’s rights through the TV-programs and through on the ground partners.

The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring and reporting on the activities of SAT-7 PARS, SAT-7’s Farsi speaking channel, including the drafting of fundraising proposals.

Summary of key responsibilities

• Development of fundraising proposals for SAT-7 PARS’ channel projects in cooperation with all relevant SAT-7 stakeholders
• Conduct frequent MENA context analysis with special focus on the situation for Christians, FoRB, women, children, disabilities, education etc.
• Monitoring and managing the correct implementation of the projects (scope, budget, schedule, quality etc.)
• Manage and ensure the necessary reporting of SAT-7 PARS projects carried out with restricted funds.
• Management and development of the portfolio of SAT-7 social-impact projects in line with Communications for Development approach
• Oversee research related to measurement of the success of different projects.
• Work closely with the International Office Communications Department for the portfolio projects.
• Travelling to different SAT-7 offices in MENA when required

Qualifications and requirements

• Be sympathetic with and enthusiastic about the purpose and goals of SAT‑7.
• Relevant university degree is required e.g. Social Sciences, Political Sciences, Theology
• Knowledge of Middle East political, socioeconomics and religious issues is essential.
• Experience in project management, Communications for Development or/and Christian ministry, and the coordination of projects supported by restricted funds would be an advantage.
• Be a proficient communication writer able to express SAT-7’s Christian identity to corporate and statutory funders.
• Outstanding English writing/speaking skills.
• Experience in a similar position is considered an advantage.
• Knowledge of Farsi would be an advantage.
• Previous experience of working in the Middle East or North Africa is a strong advantage
• Be very organised with good attention to detail, able to juggle different tasks, meet deadlines, prioritise and delegate when appropriate.
• Experience from working with staff from different cultures.
• Be flexible, demonstrating a “can do” attitude when taking on new challenges, leading by example.
• Good interpersonal skills; able to communicate effectively via phone, email and in person with people from a wide variety of backgrounds.
•  Self-motivated, confident, proactive, and highly organized with ability to multi-task to meet deadlines.

Location

Remote work with the option to work from our office in Nicosia, Cyprus

Deadline

To apply for this position, please send your CV along with your cover letter no later than 8th May 2024. Please include the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email.

Are you passionate and self-motivated? Do you have excellent written and verbal communication skills? If you would like to use your abilities to raise funds for charities, Chell Perkins Ltd's Grant Fundraiser Traineeship will teach you everything you need to know and you’ll get the chance to join our team of trained consultants.

Chell Perkins Ltd are looking for FOUR people who are passionate about bringing positive change through fundraising. We want to nurture a new generation of fundraisers to provide charities with access to exceptional fundraising support.

We offer a four-month/16-week fully paid traineeship (approx £1,700pm gross) working with real clients in a fundraising consultancy and gaining a recognised certificate with education credits towards CFRE to give you a real headstart in working in the charity sector. There are a number of vacancies at Chell Perkins, and at the end of the course trainees will be eligible to apply for a permanent position.

This immersive programme starts on 2nd September 2024 and is home-based, with high-quality training and plenty of support from our experienced fundraising team.

Why Chell Perkins?

At the end of our Grant Fundraiser Traineeship, you will be a confident and capable fundraiser. But there’s much more to the scheme than that. The Chell Perkins team are a great bunch of people to work with. We really care about our partner charities and YOUR future. Our supportive and empowering work culture will enable you to realise your own potential.

“This programme is truly unique and rewarding. I recommend it to anyone thinking of beginning a fundraising career.” Junior Fundraiser, 2020

“The traineeship was an amazing opportunity, and I learnt so much about fundraising and the charity sector in such an engaging way. Everyone in the team is so friendly and supportive, you couldn't work with or learn from anyone better.” Class of 2023 and now a Fundraising Officer with Chell Perkins

“This traineeship has given me a headstart in my fundraising career and I couldn’t be more grateful! I left university with a love for charity work but little idea as to how I could use that passion in my everyday life, but this traineeship has helped me develop the skills and knowledge I need to make a real difference in the charity sector.” Class of 2023 and now a Fundraising Officer with Chell Perkins

Client mix

Candidates should be aware that at present 70% of our partner charities come from a Christian background (churches or Christian charities). While it is not a requirement to be Christian, candidates must be happy to write for a faith-based audience.

Applications

This role is home-based; however, you may occasionally be required to work from client sites (nationally, with a North West focus).

For more details about this opportunity, download a copy of the Job Description & Person Specification document.

If our Grant Fundraiser Traineeship sounds like it could be a perfect fit for you, why not apply? We look forward to hearing from you! The traineeship will start on 2 September and will run until 20 December 2024. Candidates must be available to start on the first day of the traineeship. Interviews and offers will take place from February onwards.

Please email a recent CV and a covering letter and tell us:

- Why you want to become a fundraiser and why you believe you will be a good one?

- Describe any relevant experience you will bring to the role (like writing or debating).

- Why you think people give money to charity, and what role do you think fundraisers play in motivating people to give?

- Why you want to work for Chell Perkins in particular?

We recognise that many applicants use AI tools like ChatGPT for drafting applications. Whilst these tools can be helpful, we advise you to first write your application personally and then use AI to refine it. This approach ensures your application remains original and truly reflective of your unique experiences. Last year, we noticed a trend of AI-generated applications lacking individuality, which hindered our ability to connect with applicants. Remember, it's your personal story, passions and motivations that make you stand out. Let AI assist you, but let your own voice lead the way.

Office Administrator - Donor Communications and Volunteer Liaison

Friends of the Holy Land are looking for an energetic, dedicated individual to join our fast-moving, growing charity.

Friends of the Holy Land has a small network of volunteer supporters around the country and an expanding number of financial donors. This new role will be responsible for communicating with these two communities, with a focus on preparing monthly emails to supporters, monitoring and moderating social media accounts, liaising with external partners to deliver external communications, developing donor stewardship and growing our volunteer network.

The role will also be required to help with regular office duties and will need to be familiar with all aspects of administrative support for the operational success of the charity. You will need to be comfortable working in a faith-based organisation, talking to supporters across the UK and with our partners in the Holy Land, and be competent in creating communications.

Essential Qualifications and Skills

• Office experience
• Must have strong computer skills using Microsoft office (ideally Office 365).  CRM training will be provided as necessary
• Excellent written and verbal communication and inter-personal skills
• Ability to proof-read with attention to detail
• Ability to write and design short communications, e.g. emails, posters (ideally)
• Pro-active with the ability to multi-task and work independently and with changing priorities
• Confident phone manner and a friendly demeanor - be a 'people person'
• Be comfortable working in a faith-based environment
• As part of a small team, a problem-solving, can-do attitude is necessary along with an unflappable demeanor
• Experience of CRM systems helpful but not essential
• Experience managing Social media accounts desirable

This is a full time post and will be office based in an easy location with parking.