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Senior Media Relations Officer
Location: Remote (UK based)
Salary: £34,200
Length of contract: 12 months, fixed term contract
Hours per week: 37
Interview dates: 8th & 9th May
Who are Women’s Aid?
Women’s Aid is the national charity working to end domestic abuse against women and children. We are a federation of over 170 organisations which provide just under 300 local lifesaving services to women and children across England. For almost 50 years we have campaigned on behalf of our members and survivors to shape policy and practice, and to raise awareness of domestic abuse.
Purpose of the Senior Media Relations Officer role:
As Senior Media Relations Officer, the successful candidate will play an integral role in all proactive and reactive media, working closely with the Communications Manager and the Head of Media, Brand and Relationships. This role is intrinsic to the running of Women’s Aid’s fast-paced press office, influencing, responding to and driving the media agenda on domestic abuse and violence against women and girls. You’ll be joining us at an exciting time, as we mark our 50th Birthday with some powerful campaigns and engagement.
Key duties and responsibilities of the Senior Media Relations Officer:
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To be the first point of contact for media and publicity enquiries, cultivating excellent media relationships
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To be part of the out-of-hours on call rota for media enquiries.
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To help identify media opportunities and to maximise positive media coverage for Women’s Aid.
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To employ extensive horizon-scanning and support on any media crisis communications.
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To produce press releases, statements and other promotional copy for Women’s Aid.
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To develop pitches and news stories in collaboration with other departments.
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To lead on media briefings that convey appropriate key messages and thoroughly prepare Women’s Aid spokespeople.
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To identify and interview case studies and media spokespeople and to ensure they are treated in an appropriate and safe manner.
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To work on Women’s Aid internal and external campaigns, providing media support as required.
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To manage our media database and monitoring systems to ensure we are effectively tracking and benchmarking coverage, as well as having robust systems in place to distribute media
What we are looking for in our Senior Media Relations Officer:
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At least 2 years’ professional experience of working in journalism, PR or similar.
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Demonstrated history of achieving significant proactive and reactive media coverage.
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Experience of working with the national press.
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Experience of responding at speed to breaking news and reactive requests to leverage coverage.
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Experience of adapting to the changing media landscape.
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Experience of using media monitoring and delivery platforms.
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Experience of briefing senior internal and external figures to convey organisational messages.
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Experience of using a range of computer packages, particularly Microsoft Office packages.
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Experience of online communications, including uploading copy to websites, and using social media.
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A basic understanding of, and sensitivity to, the issues relating to domestic abuse, including the nature of domestic abuse and its impact on women and children.
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Understanding of local and regional news structures and hierarchies within them.
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Able to demonstrate a commitment and sensitivity of the aims and objectives of Women’s Aid
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Commitment to anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities
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Willingness to work occasional unsocial hours as required.
Benefits of joining us as our Senior Media Relations Officer include:
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Generous Annual Leave: 25 days + 2 Company Holidays + 8 UK Bank Holidays, with an extra 1 day per year after 1 year of service, up to a maximum of 5 additional days.
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Valuable Pension Benefits: a generous 7% employer contribution.
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Flexible Working: remote working, a generous TOIL scheme, and family-friendly policies
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Wellness and Support: including a cycle to work scheme, free optician check-ups, annual flu vaccines, access to a 24-hour employee assistance counselling helpline, a ‘Headspace’ app for mindfulness, and ‘Reflective Practice’ sessions.
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Making a genuine difference, in a rewarding role where your work will directly result in helping Women’s Aid to be able to provide lifesaving services for women and children across England.
How to apply?
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Please submit your CV and a Cover Letter. Your Cover Letter should be no more than 2 pages long and should include a summary of your reasons for applying for the position. You should also include details of how your skills, behaviours and experience meet those necessary for the role, as listed in the Job Description and Person Specification.
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Please ensure that you also complete the EDI form and send all completed paperwork to rthe recruitment email address. (Please clearly mark your name and the role title in the subject line of your email).
NB:
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Women only need apply under schedule 9 (Part 1) of the Equality Act 2010
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If you have been shortlisted for interview, you will be informed by email. Regrettably, we are normally unable to acknowledge unsuccessful applicants.
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We reserve the right to close a recruitment campaign earlier than the advertised closing date if a high volume of responses are received.
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All posts, including remote posts, must be based in the UK.
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Women’s Aid is committed to quality, equality, and valuing diversity. Applications are particularly welcome from Black and minoritised women.
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We are a Disability Confident employer. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for vacancies.
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Please read the Single Sex Statement on our website
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Harris Hill is seeking a Virtual Events Coordinator for a couple months to support the events function at a London based charity.
This role is full time, hybrid basis, for someone with recent experience of coordinating events, liaising with participants, managing bookings, and working with CRM/event platforms.
Most of these events will be virtual but a few may be in person events, so having diverse event experience including virtual would be advantageous.
If you would like to hear more about this opportunity, please apply for more information.
Harris Hill is excited to be working with a London based literacy charity to assit them in finding an interim Marketing Executive within their Media and Communications team.
This role is covering a leaver and recruitment period, so will need to remain flexible in its term. However, a permanent opening will be available. This is a hybrid role with 3 days in the office and 2 from home.
The main focus of this role is to grow awareness and membership for the charity. You will implement their media communications strategy, manage their magazine, identify and place press stories a grow and engage with audiences.
To be considered, you will need the have experience in the following:
Demonstrable media engagement experience, preferably from an arts/cultural, membership or charity organisation
Demonstrable experience of working with press contacts
Demonstrable experience of helping to write and place stories in the press
Experience of writing engaging and clear copy for print and digital platforms
Experience of working with internal and external stakeholders
Experience of email marketing, especially newsletters
If you would like to know more, please apply for more details.
Harris Hill is seeking an experienced Fundraising Assistant for 3 months, on a 28 hour per week basis at a national health based charity.
This role is hybrid based with one day per week in the office in the Farringdon/ Kings Cross area. The hours can be negotiable, so across 4 days or 5, but must equate to 28 hours per week.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead on the implementation and development of supporter journeys, including thanking, showcasing impact and responding to queries.
Create engaging content for newsletters, emails, socials, and other communication channels.
Ensure timely and personalised responses to supporter enquiries.
Collaborate with teams internally to maintain brand consistency and messaging.
Cultivate relationships with potential legacy donors.
Provide guidance to individuals considering legacy gifts.
Assist with the coordination and delivery of appeals and acquisition activities.
Record all communications on the database (AccessCRM)
Prepare reports and analysis to support evaluation and development.
Coordinate meetings, events, and other activities related to donor stewardship.
Other tasks will be required as and when necessary to assist with achieving strategic aims for the team.
If you would like to find out more, please get in touch.
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We're looking for a temporary Revenue & Income Officer to join Your Place and be part of our dedicated team to help us with our mission to solve homelessness in east London, one person at a time!
About the role
Based within the Resident Services team, the Revenue Officer will play a critical role to help deliver an effective and high performing rent collection and recovery service in accordance with legislation, the organisation’s policies, set performance targets and customer satisfaction requirements.
In collaboration with the RSM and RI Team Leader and Finance Team to ensure that Your Place are compliant with all regulations and using robust policy and procedures. Support with the set up of the new Pyramid system and ensuring the right systems are in place to effectively manage the Revenue and Income stream and arrears of the organisation.
Maximising the organisation’s Revenue and Income by liaising with both internal and external partners including the Resident Services, Keyworkers, HB, DWP and directly with residents., and effectively managing the arrears.
This role will also manage the impact of welfare reform provisions, ensuring an effective advice and support service to residents to manage risk on revenue and income levels.
Contract: Temporary Contract (until September 2024)
Hours: Monday - Friday 37.5 hours
Location: Canning Town, London
Other responsibilities include
- Investigating and support clients with Housing Benefit Appeals
- To support our project to transfer all accounts from Inform to Pyramid
- Investigate and support to manage Overpayment Claims from Housing Benefit
- Ensure rent accounts are up to date and correct. Checking HB entitlements against PC rates and requesting adjustments accordingly.
- Chasing ex resident arrears
- To manage resident rent and accommodation charge accounts and other former resident debts, on a regular basis identifying trends and patterns on individual accounts and then liaise with Support Workers or residents to rectify income issues and address arrears in line with policies and procedures
- To contribute towards the continuous improvement of performance in line with the organisation’s service plan targets
- To work collaboratively and closely with the Finance officer and Revenue and Income Team Leader to ensure all rent accounts tally.
About you
- Demonstrable experience of working in a supported housing environment in a similar or related role for at least 5 years
- GSCE (or equivalent) in English and Maths
- Experience of working with software applications including Microsoft office and bespoke IT Systems.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and priorities workloads.
- Able to take ownership and deliver excellent customer service in a professional and confident manner
- Demonstrate a positive, flexible approach to team working.
- Ability to communicate with residents and colleagues effectively.
- Ability to provide customer focused and responsive services.
- Willingness to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the service
- Patient and pro-active
- Commitment to the Your Place values including diversity and inclusion
- Housing or a related qualification - desirable but not essential
About applying
When applying don't forget to answer the questions in our application process to tell us more about how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience to be successful in this role.
At Your Place, we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We know through experience that the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better resident outcomes. We welcome applications irrespective of peoples age, disability, sex, gender, identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Prospectus has been appointed as an approved supplier for the London and Southern universities purchasing consortium, which includes over 100 organisations in just London alone. As a result of this, we anticipate an uplift in the amount of exciting temporary opportunities we will have available to offer candidates in the higher education space, also including arts and heritage and membership bodies.
We recruit for a number of varied temporary opportunities in the higher education space, including arts, heritage, and membership bodies. With over 60 years of recruitment experience in the higher education and non-profit sector, we've been the go-to partner for many renowned universities in London.
We are currently looking to increase our temporary pool of higher education candidates who are interested in registering for future opportunities. Candidates will have had previous experience in a similar post within Higher Education.
Please note that due to the current climate for temporary work across the HE sector, we are initially looking to engage with potential candidates and carry out registrations online with those that demonstrate suitable experience.
Given the unprecedented volume of interest in our roles, consultants are unable to support with general job search advice or specific enquiries before application. Instead please do either register your CV on our website or submit your CV for any roles that interest you to ensure that your application is reviewed in line with the position. Should you be successfully longlisted or we are able to assist in your job search we will be in contact to discuss next steps.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
Founded in 1951, the Refugee Council exists to support people who come to the UK in need of safety and speak out for compassion, fairness and kindness. We achieve this by providing expert advice and casework, building the capacity of refugee community organisations, and working with allies across society to change government policy.
Our vision for refugees to be welcome to live safe and fulfilling lives contributing to the UK has never been more urgent and needed. Today 27 million refugees and 84 million displaced people around the world need of safety, dignity and welcome. We are determined to secure public and government support for safe routes for all people seeking safety, and a fair, effective and compassionate refugee protection system.
Now is an excellent time to join the Refugee Council. We recently launched our new strategy – you can read it hereOpens in a new window. It sets an ambitious new direction which will see us defend refugee protection in the UK against the Government’s corrosive plans with refugees and like-minded allies, united in our desire to create a just, fair and humane refugee protection system. It will also see us delivering direct services that improve people’s refugee protection journey through targeted advice and casework and strengthening and connecting Refugee Community Organisations with other service providers and advocates.
The Role
This Casework Coordinator role is based within the Services Directorate. In part, this directorate focuses its support on refugees who have been recognised as having protection needs and have been granted permission to stay in the UK but are now struggling to rebuild their lives in a new and unfamiliar country. Many need advice and guidance in areas such as housing, health, welfare support, education/training and employment.
The Refugee Council’s Private Renting Scheme is based in London and has been delivering specialised support to new refugees wanting to access private rented accommodation in London since 2012. Working with private landlords and other housing providers our Private Renting Scheme creates tenancy opportunities for new refugees and provides support and advice to ensure tenancies are suitable and sustainable.
The postholder will work with private landlords and other housing providers to secure tenancies for clients. The postholder will also provide casework support to clients, ensuring they are ready to secure and sustain a tenancy. This will involve providing casework support dealing with the key issues of housing and welfare benefits.
The Casework Coordinator will work closely with others to ensure we effectively manage and support our caseload of clients and run an effective advice service. This role will take responsibility for the progression of its own caseload with the support of volunteers.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Advice and Advocacy Work
- To provide face to face advice and support to adult refugees in a sensitive, confidential and professional manner which fully understands the needs of the individual.
- To create links and work effectively with private landlords and other housing providers (such as housing associations, housing cooperatives, low needs housing providers) to create accessible, suitable and sustainable tenancy options for clients.
Equalities and Diversity
- To provide services with due regard for equalities and for meeting the needs of all potential and actual service users. Ensuring advice services are delivered in ways which are fully accessible and in a language that they can understand.
- To ensure volunteers act as advocates for new refugees, ensuring these are taken into account by other agencies.
General
- To recruit, manage, supervise and train volunteers who provide invaluable support in the day-to-day delivery of the service.
- To participate in Refugee Council working groups, management meetings and special projects as the need arise
Closing date: 19 April 2024
COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
Prosper Wakefield District is a charity and the largest independent grant maker in the Wakefield district, working to help people to live longer healthier lives.
Our vision is for a stronger, healthier, more equal Wakefield, where charities and partner organisations from all sectors work together to support people to thrive.
We want to recruit an experienced Comms Officer to help us shout about our amazing work, and the positive difference we are making to the lives of so many people across the Wakefield district.
If you’re a strategic thinker with excellent communication skills and a flair for marketing, we want to hear from you. Our new Comms Officer will help ensure our grant-making activities have the maximum impact; they will develop and drive our communications strategy and raise awareness of Prosper’s purpose with our wider partners.
Job Title: Communications Officer
Location: The office is based at 35 Peterson Road, Wakefield, WF1 4DU. The role will allow for some flexibility in hybrid & remote working, subject to agreement with your line manager. The role may require some travel within the Yorkshire and Humber region.
Hours: 21 – 35 hours. The role can be delivered on either a P/T basis (minimum of 21 hrs) or F/T of 35 hrs (generally 9.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday). The role can also be delivered on a Job Share basis. The role will require occasional working outside normal hours.
Benefits: 28 days paid holiday p.a. (pro-rata for P/T hrs). Pension contribution. Flexible working.
Length of contract: Fixed term contract for 2 years with the potential to become a permanent post.
Reports to: Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager
Liaising with: CEO, Prosper Charity Administrator, Trustees of the charity, wider partners.
Salary band: £29,000- £32,000 (pro-rata for P/T hrs) depending on experience and qualifications.
Closing date: 12 noon Tuesday 7th May 2024
Interviews will take place on Tuesday 21st May 2024
Applicants shortlisted for interview will be notified by Friday 10th May 2024
Start date: As soon as possible.
PROSPER COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER: JOB DESCRIPTION
The Communications Officer is a vital member of the organisation. As we experience unprecedented growth, we are looking for someone who shares our excitement and is ready to contribute to the next chapter of the charity’s journey.
Our Communications Officer will play a key role in promoting our mission, engaging supporters, and raising crucial funds to enhance our grant programmes. You will be at the forefront of promoting the impact of our grants; you will be engaged with our communities and partners, to create compelling and exciting content that resonates with our audiences. This role offers a unique opportunity to blend your marketing and communications skills to raise awareness, drive fundraising efforts and showcase our work.
By joining us, you’ll be part of a passionate and dedicated small team working towards a common goal of improving lives and contributing to the well-being of communities across the Wakefield district. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where your creativity and innovative ideas are valued.
Main duties of the job
Your role centres on shaping the charity's influential presence in the district and the wider region. You will:
· Develop a Marketing and Communications Strategy and deliver the charity’s communication and marketing plans, work closely with all team members to advise on the key narratives, best modes of communications and the target audiences.
· Provide strategic advice and guidance on communications to the Chief Executive and trustees.
· Produce high quality written and visual content for all communication channels.
· Create compelling content that evidences the social impact of our grants.
· Liaise with beneficiaries to gather stories and case studies showing how grants have been used, how they have made a difference. Share best practice via the website and through blogs and images.
· Update and develop the website and take responsibility for the content and upkeep.
· Manage our social media platforms (Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram) and report on analytics.
· Ensure that digital marketing content aligns with Prosper’s brand identity and message.
· Look for new ways to raise our profile through social media, press and other forms of communication.
· Develop networking relationships with local, regional, and national press, and via partner’s websites, to share funding stories.
· Design any marketing materials and liaise with suppliers with regards printing.
· Produce a monthly e-newsletter to be delivered to stakeholders.
· Co-ordinate events and other promotional activities.
· Work alongside the Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager to engage with businesses and charities.
· Arrange for staff, trustees, and other stakeholders to take part in site visits to beneficiaries.
· Represent the charity at the Wakefield Funders Forum and Yorkshire Funders Forum and seek other networking opportunities.
- Build and maintain excellent working relationships with a range of key stakeholders including grants beneficiaries, trustees, funding partners, third sector leaders, health and statutory partners, elected members, and politicians.
- Facilitate effective internal communication within the organisation.
- Keep staff and trustees informed about key developments, events, and achievements.
· Other tasks, commensurate with the post, that the Chief Executive and Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager may deem appropriate (including occasional support for work that cuts across other areas of the charity’s work)
Person Specification
· Familiarity with the charity sector
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Proficient in digital marketing tools and platforms, including social media management.
· An understanding of performance evaluation tools such as Google Analytics.
· Knowledge of, and skills in, social media management, with a focus on increasing reach and engagement.
· Experience of using Canva.
· Knowledge of communications, public relations, journalism and marketing communications techniques, approaches, and procedures
· Knowledge of using WordPress or similar to update the website and create new content.
· Ability to work collaboratively and independently, managing multiple projects simultaneously.
· Passion for the charity's mission and values.
· Must be able to work out of normal office hours when required.
· Must have a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Harris Hill is working with an arts based charity, supporting their search for a Marketing Coordinator for 3 months, on a hybrid basis with 2dpw in their London office.
Main responsibilities:
Coordinate a programme of marketing activity to generate awareness, conversion and retention of Young People, including UK students. Work with Head of Youth Marketing to ensure an inclusive scheme(s) that reflects and represents the broadest and most diverse student audience.
Work with external agencies and internal teams to deliver marketing programmes and campaigns across a broad range of advertising and engagement channels including; email, social media, paid media e.g. search, social, freshers’ fairs.
Evaluate the success of campaigns and contribute to the continuous improvement of all marketing activity.
Experience:
Minimum 3 years marketing experience in a charity or consumer environment
Experience in creating engagement programmes for young people
Demonstrable experience of working and liaising with external suppliers and agencies
Experience of digital advertising and e-marketing techniques
Experience of creating content for Instagram and email
Experience working with marketing automation tools to create segmented lists, build emails, and optimise programs
Experience of briefing and critiquing creative and design work.
If you would like to find out more about this opportunity, please apply for more info.
We are looking for a high calibre temporary PA to work with a national homelessness charity. You will provide high level administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), ensuring they use their time in the most effective way towards achieving the organisation’s strategic objective – to end youth homelessness. This full-time role offers hybrid working with 2 days per week in their central London Office.
You will provide high level administrative support to the Executive Assistant to the CEO, including assistance with the Board of Trustees.
Working professionally and collaboratively with senior management and colleagues across the organisation as well as external stakeholders to ensure the CEO is well prepared for all engagements and that tasks are completed to a high standard and on time.
Maintaining absolute confidentiality wherever appropriate due to the nature of information flowing in and out of the CEO’s office. You will assist the EA to provide support to the Board. In addition, to provide administrative support for Board meetings, circulating papers to trustees in a timely manner and to also attend Board meetings to assist with minute-taking.
You will cultivate professional relationships with colleagues and a range of external contacts and stakeholders. Calls, enquiries, requests are scrutinised and delegated where appropriate to senior managers/colleagues. You will also Procure value for money items and utilise systems, processes and procedures appropriately.
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.
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a call to brief you on the role. We are looking forward to connecting with you.
Role Title: Supporter Communications Mailing Officer
Salary: £31,004 to £31,878 (Pro-Rata)
Location: Chard, Somerset
Tenure: Fixed term-6 Month Contract
ActionAid UK is a member of the ActionAid Federation, an international charity that works with women and girls living in poverty. As part of the ActionAid Federation, we work with women and girls, our partners, and dedicated staff in 43 countries to end violence and fight poverty so that all women, everywhere, can create the future they want.
Are you a keen advocate of women and girls’ rights in emergencies?
Do you have Administration and data processing experience?
Then we'd love to hear from you!
AAUK are seeking a dedicated Supporter Communications Mailing Officer to support The Child Sponsorship Communication Programme team's operations.
This team is responsible for the safeguarding, checking and despatching of over 100,000 child messages, transfer packs and photo updates annually to supporters. The team will be in receipt of physical child drawings, letters and photos from ActionAid’s operating countries, quality checking for authenticity and importantly, identifying and reporting any child safeguarding issues. The team is responsible for the final matching and despatching of the communications to supporters within the agreed communication timeframe. The team are also involved in the safeguarding and logging of correspondence from child sponsors back to the children who are sponsored.
Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate will be asked to participate in criminal records checks at the point of offer.
Additional Information:
Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging:
Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging are key to our organisational culture. We are on a journey to become not only an anti-racist organisation but one that proudly celebrates the diversity of all applicants and employees. We look forward to you bringing your full self to work, proudly sharing your unique perspective and helping us to shape our combined future. We especially welcome applications from those from underrepresented/marginalised communities.
AAUK is a disability Confident Committed organisation and as such any candidate that declares a disability will be shortlisted for interview if they meet the essential criteria for the role.
Referencing and Safeguarding:
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include safeguarding, criminal records and terrorism finance checks. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
ActionAid UK is committed to preventing any form of sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse (including child abuse and adult at-risk abuse) and responding robustly when these harms take place. We expect all ActionAid UK Staff and ActionAid UK Representatives to share this commitment. We will not tolerate our Staff or other representatives carrying out any form of sexual harassment, exploitation or abuse towards anyone we come into contact with through our work.
Working practices:
ActionAid is committed to supporting flexible working. If you would like to discuss flexible working options, including the possibility of a job share for this role, there will be space to do so during the interview process.
ActionAid UK has a hybrid working policy for many of our roles. The requirement will vary from team to team and the responsibilities of individual roles. As a minimum, all colleagues are expected to attend the office 12 days per year, plus additional time for induction, training, and “Company Connection days.” Some roles may require in-office attendance on all days and if so, these will clearly be marked as in-office roles.
Please note that ActionAid UK does not offer fully remote working options. We encourage you to discuss hybrid working expectations at interview.
Recruitment Processes:
Please note that ActionAid UK may review, shortlist and interview candidates prior to the closing date so we encourage all candidates to apply as soon as possible.
If we receive a very high response, we may close the vacancy early and will not accept further submissions.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
Official Job Title: Early Literacy Interventionist
Are you looking for a new challenge? Are you keen to work with children to support and develop their phonics and reading skills?
38% of children from disadvantaged backgrounds leave primary school in England each year unable to read to the expected standard. Chapter One is a fast-growing charity, with a vision of a world in which all children have the literacy skills they need to thrive. We work to ensure that all children have 1:1 reading support at the time they need it most.
Our Early Literacy Intervention (ELI) programme (based on a model that serves 20,000 children successfully in the USA) provides daily, 1:1, 7 minute phonics sessions for children who are behind in phonics. Using a bespoke technology tool, a trained Early Literacy Interventionist works individually with target children.
We are seeking a part-time Early Literacy Interventionist (ELI), based at Galleywall Primary School in Southwark, South London. This ELI role, reporting to the Schools Development Manager, is a great opportunity for someone who wants to develop and grow their knowledge of phonics and/or their teaching skill set. It is ideal for someone with previous school experience who is looking for a new and exciting challenge.
For your caseload of target children, you will conduct an initial baseline assessment and then deliver differentiated, 1:1, targeted, 7 minute phonics sessions to pupils using a systematic, synthetic approach. Although you are employed by Chapter One, you will work closely with the school team to understand the progression of the school’s phonics teaching; establish tailored plans for each child and feedback on pupil progress. Using your knowledge and insight, you will also collaborate with colleagues at Chapter One to further improve the ELI model, the online tool and programme delivery.
Please read the full job description for details of the responsibilities of the role, and our employee recruitment pack to learn more about Chapter One.
Chapter One is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All postholders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service disclosure. Copies of our Safeguarding Policy and Safer Recruitment Policy are available on request.
Chapter One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and celebrate diversity in backgrounds and experience and are deliberate about the kind of teams we are building. Literacy is a universal concern, and we need people from all backgrounds to maximise our innovation, creativity and impact. We especially welcome applications from persons who have experienced disadvantage and/or from those who are from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities who are currently underrepresented in the organisation.
Please apply via Charity Jobs by sending a CV and covering letter (of no more than one page) outlining why you’re the right person for this role and how you meet the Required skills & experience section of the job description.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 14th April at 11.59pm
Interview date: w/c 14th April
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
A Drug and Alcohol Recovery Practitioner is required at a service in Woking to join the team in assisting clients with issues surrounding substance and alcohol misuse. This position will be on site 9am-5pm Monday to Friday.
Responsibilities:
- Offer tailored, high-quality services that prioritise the individual needs and preferences of clients and their loved ones.
- Provide education and guidance on harm reduction, including distributing needles and syringes, offering brief and extended recovery interventions, addressing blood-borne viruses, and preventing overdoses through naloxone programs.
- Assist clients in accessing education, employment, health, and recovery support services, while also connecting them with other relevant resources.
- Provide evidence-based, personalised psychosocial support both individually and in group settings, integrated seamlessly into comprehensive care plans, while proactively addressing any disengagement issues.
- Empower volunteers, peer mentors, and client representatives to actively participate in the services.
- Identify and mitigate risks in line with local, national, and organisational safeguarding policies.
- Contribute actively to interdisciplinary review meetings both internally and externally.
Experience Required:
- Proven track record of meeting deadlines, maintaining accurate records promptly, and staying composed under pressure.
- Experience or evident capability in delivering high-quality services to individuals with complex needs, including conducting one-on-one sessions, facilitating group sessions, conducting assessments, and maintaining thorough and timely documentation.
- Proficiency in IT, including Microsoft Office and various case management systems.
Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
A Drug and Alcohol Recovery Practitioner is required at a service in Guildford to join the team in assisting clients with issues surrounding substance and alcohol misuse. This position will be on site 9am-5pm Monday to Friday.
Responsibilities:
- Offer tailored, high-quality services that prioritise the individual needs and preferences of clients and their loved ones.
- Provide education and guidance on harm reduction, including distributing needles and syringes, offering brief and extended recovery interventions, addressing blood-borne viruses, and preventing overdoses through naloxone programs.
- Assist clients in accessing education, employment, health, and recovery support services, while also connecting them with other relevant resources.
- Provide evidence-based, personalised psychosocial support both individually and in group settings, integrated seamlessly into comprehensive care plans, while proactively addressing any disengagement issues.
- Empower volunteers, peer mentors, and client representatives to actively participate in the services.
- Identify and mitigate risks in line with local, national, and organisational safeguarding policies.
- Contribute actively to interdisciplinary review meetings both internally and externally.
Experience Required:
- Proven track record of meeting deadlines, maintaining accurate records promptly, and staying composed under pressure.
- Experience or evident capability in delivering high-quality services to individuals with complex needs, including conducting one-on-one sessions, facilitating group sessions, conducting assessments, and maintaining thorough and timely documentation.
- Proficiency in IT, including Microsoft Office and various case management systems.
Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
A Tenancy Support Worker is required to work on a 3 month rolling contract for a homelessness charity based in Kingston. This role has the potential to go permanent. The Tenancy Support Worker will be required to provide floating support to clients living in supported housing or privately rented accommodation. This role will operate 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday.
Responsibilities:
- Take ownership of delivering top-notch support services to individuals who were previously homeless or vulnerably housed.
- Collaborate with assigned clients to evaluate their requirements and secure suitable housing.
- Aid clients in setting and striving towards personal objectives that support maintaining a tenancy in supported or privately rented accommodations.
- Be accountable for offering guidance, support, encouragement, crisis intervention, and future planning, tailored to the specific needs of service users, aiming for their independence.
- Conduct assessments and casework with clients seeking support or resettlement, integrating support provision approaches.
- Assist clients with financial matters, including welfare, housing benefits, and grant claims, coordinating with relevant agencies when required.
Experience Required:
- Previous engagement in the field of homelessness or social care
- Dedication to maintaining confidentiality and respecting professional boundaries
- Capability to interact with clients facing challenging behaviours
- Strong IT competencies, including accurate and prompt record-keeping using software like CHAIN and Inform
- Proficient in drafting concise and efficient reports, client notes, and external correspondence
- Skilled in conducting client assessments and interviews
- Capacity for independent work, demonstrating creativity in managing diverse tasks
Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.