About the APPG on Malaria & NTDs

Established in 2005, the APPG on Malaria & Neglected Tropical Diseases (APPMG) has an established history of actively engaging UK parliamentarians on the issues of malaria and neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). The APPMG facilitates and implements an active calendar of parliamentary and public events, policy briefings to support parliamentary debates and specialist meetings to inform and mobilise UK parliamentarians in support of priorities and policies that will accelerate progress against malaria and NTDs.

The priorities of the APPMG are guided by the Chair and Officers of the group, all sitting MPs and Peers in Westminster, and implemented with support from a part-time Coordinator to provide parliamentary and policy advice and administrative functions. The APPMG benefits from an active base of expert stakeholders from across academia, research, multilateral organisations, industry and the private sector as well as civil society. This is a significant resource to the APPMG in understanding and working to highlight key opportunities to engage parliamentarians on a wide range of topics from access to medicines, R&D for new tools, aid architecture, funding gaps, to evidence-based policy to inform control and elimination programmes.

The APPMG is looking for an enthusiastic self-starter to fill the role of Coordinator. The candidate will support the secretariat function of the APPMG across the issues of malaria and NTDs, actively engaging with UK parliamentarians, expert stakeholders and networks including the UK Malaria Advocates and the UK Coalition against Neglected Tropical Diseases.

Role of the Coordinator

The APPMG Coordinator will act on behalf of the best interests of the Chair, Officers, and parliamentary members. The agenda of the APPMG will be driven by the Chair and Officers with input from and consultation with the external malaria and NTDs stakeholders as and when needed. The Coordinator will maintain regular contact with all external partner organisations to ensure broad and unbiased representation of the malaria and NTDs communities. The Coordinator will be required to work alongside the APPMG Chair and Officers to raise the political profile of malaria and NTDs with UK policy and decision makers and grow parliamentary support for the fight against malaria and NTDs.

Reporting

The Coordinator will be employed and line managed by, and administratively accountable to Malaria No More UK. The Coordinator is functionally responsible to the APPMG Chair and Officers to execute the approved strategy and workplan.

Key responsibilities

Stakeholder engagement:

• Liaise with expert stakeholders to understand the key threats to progress on malaria and NTDs and the implementation of UK government policy in support of these issues.
• Collaborate and partner with expert stakeholders to strengthen parliamentary discussions with recommended content and guest speakers.

Parliamentary and policy advice:

• Identify potential APPMG priorities and share policy advice to inform the APPMG Chair and Officers on annual themes to be addressed in APPMG activities, including a country focus on Nigeria.
• Liaise with parliamentarians personally and develop and maintain a broad network of external contacts.
• Lead the organisation of parliamentary events and meetings focusing on key issues relating to malaria and NTDs and bringing together experts and parliamentarians, including logistics, agendas, and briefing materials.
• Support parliamentarians through the drafting of written correspondence; briefing papers ahead of parliamentary debates; circulating regular updates to parliamentary members and the wider malaria and NTDs communities on APPMG activities.
• Prepare speaking points upon request to support APPMG parliamentary members and visiting dignitaries to APPMG events.
• Lead/support the preparation of an annual report on the activities of the APPMG, and other specialist reports based on discussion with APPMG Chair and expert stakeholders.
• Lead the organisation of field visits for parliamentarians to see international programmes tackling malaria and NTDs first-hand.

Administrative, strategy and planning:

• Development of a Chair and Officers approved annual workplan and oversight of the APPMG’s budget.
• Monitor and regularly report to the APPMG Chair and Officers on progress against the strategy and workplan.
• Financial reporting and basic accounting.
• Ensure strategic and operational plans fall within available budget and escalate to the APPMG Chair and Officers when there are concerns about the financial viability of being able to execute the workplan.
• Effective communication and lead renewal/revisions of MoUs with financial donors where required.
• Liaise with financial donors to cultivate continued support to the APPMG.
• Identify opportunities to grow and strengthen the APPMG.
• Ensure compliance with all APPG protocols and reporting requirements with the APPG Register.

Communications:

• Prepare press releases when relevant, update the website when needed and manage the APPMG’s social media accounts.
• Effectively communicate between the Chair, Officers, members, and external stakeholders.

Person specification

• Knowledge and understanding of the UK parliamentary system
• Experience of parliamentary affairs
• An understanding of global dialogue on the Sustainable Development Goals
• Excellent writing and critical analysis skills
• Experience of organising events and meetings
• Skilled at managing competing priorities and meeting tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills to build collaborative relationships and supportive engagement with stakeholders
• High attention to detail and quality
• A strong commitment to partnership and a collaborative approach
• Ability to undertake domestic and international travel agreed upon with the APPMG Chair and Officers

• Experience in malaria and/or neglected tropical disease programmes/policy engagement/communications
• Experience in international public health/development programs
• Experience of communicating science to a non-scientific audience
• Knowledge of website editing
• Knowledge of print production and use of online/social media
• Knowledge of malaria affected countries.
• Lived experience of malaria and/or NTDs

Staff benefits include:

• 10% employer pension contributions
• 28 days’ annual leave plus 8 bank holiday days

To apply, please send your CV together with a supporting statement detailing why you are interested in this position and how your skills and experience fit the person specification above

MNMUK recognises the value of a team in which people from diverse background.s are able to introduce fresh ideas and contribute to delivering our mission to make Malaria No More. Candidates from historically marginalised or underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Upon appointment you will be required to comply with the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, undertaken by the Members’ Staff Verification Office (MSVO). See Members’ Staff Verification Office (MSVO) page for further info.

Closing date for applications: 8th November 2021

About us
Crisis is the national charity for homeless people. We know that homelessness is not inevitable. We know that together we can end it.

Skylight Merseyside is a thriving and supportive environment.  We work with individuals to give them the skills to end their homelessness.

About the role
As Arts Coordinator, you will lead the arts offer at Crisis Skylight Merseyside. Leading a small team of tutors to deliver exciting and engaging art classes and events which directly support our members to end their homelessness.
 

About you
To be successful in this role you will have or be willing to work towards a teaching qualification in an art specific subject. Crisis is a values-based organisation and we expect our staff to embrace these and the associated behaviours. You will need to be enthusiastic, reliable and willing and able to support and engage in the holistic nature of the service by actively contributing to our events, celebrations and overall approach in ending homelessness.
This is a 1 year fixed term contract

We want Crisis to be an inclusive employer which then reflects our members and the communities we work in. We want to offer opportunities to everyone regardless of their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of homelessness.

Working at Crisis 
As a member of the team you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including: 

- Interest free loans to purchase a train season ticket or a bike or for a deposit to secure a tenancy  
- Mandatory pension scheme, with an employer contribution of 8.5%  
- 25 days’ annual leave which increases with service to 28 days  

Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience and career. 

When you join us you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.  

We have 5 staff diversity networks which include Black, Asian and Ethnic people, LGBTQ+ people, those with Lived Experience of Homelessness, Women at Crisis and Disability Awareness.  

How to apply 
If this sound likes the opportunity for you, please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. 
Closing date: Wednesday 3rd November 2021 (at 23:59) 
Interviews will be held on Friday 12th November

Accessibility 
We welcome applications from people who identify as neuro diverse and want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email our Recruitment team, contact details can be found on our website.
 
Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094

Merstham Community Facility Trust (MCFT) was started by a small group of local people who wanted to make their community a safer, happier, and better place. Fourteen years later it has grown to become an organisation that delivers a multitude of projects that support, connect, and empower the community.

MCFT seeks to provide opportunity, access, and services to all within our local community, in responsive and inclusive ways.

MCFT is based at The Merstham Hub a great purpose-built community building that we share with the Council’s Library, the Merstham Mix (a community café) and the YMCA.  MCFT is a place that thrives on community spirit and has a team of warm, , friendly and dedicated staff and volunteers.

We have a wide range of activities and services and enable a wide range of other organisations and people to bring their services to the community. This includes our Community Fridge, a Food Club, a Community Allotment, Repair Café, IT Buddies, and even a Trishaw!

The post holder will be required to build strong relationships with volunteers and coordinate training and other developmental opportunities for them. You will provide a single point of entry to volunteering at the Merstham Community Hub (the Hub), exploring and developing different recruitment methods and partnership working strategies to bring in a diverse group of volunteers. The role will also involve using a newly implemented volunteer management database.

We are looking for someone who is organised, kind and compassionate to play a key role in the development and impact of MCFT with and for its volunteers and the local community.

Applicants must have prior experience in recruiting, managing, and/or working with volunteers.

Role:                  Engagement Coordinator 

Location:            Remote in the UK

Responsible to:  Inspiration Manager 

Salary:               £24,000 - £27,000

*Please note, if you do not submit a covering letter your application will not be accepted*

Why us?  

Speakers for Schools are a dynamic, swift-moving and fast-growing charity. We are on a mission to support a million young people across the UK annually by 2023. Having taken the first steps on the road to achieving this, our team has doubled in size in the past year. This has supported 278% growth in our Experience programme and 10% growth in our Inspiration programme during the past 12 months.

We want to level the playing field, making sure that all young people can access inspirational opportunities and experiences to fuel their ambition.

We are united and unique in our mission to transform lives through raising aspirations of millions of young people every year. Each year, 1,500 senior leaders, celebrities and industry experts deliver a difference to by sharing their story with students in schools and colleges in every corner of the UK. We connect employers such as Disney, The Bank of England, Spotify PwC and almost two hundred others to communities to provide access to the top opportunities for all across the UK. With us, you will be part of inspiring a generation to reach higher, broaden horizons and get equal access to the top.

To keep growing our charity and our impact, we need top talent and we are committed to treasuring, developing and supporting them to thrive within their roles.

Role Summary

The Engagement Coordinator role is crucial to the delivery of the Inspiration programme and ensuring our key stakeholders (speakers and schools) are engaging with the charity. Our Inspiration Programme provides a network of today’s most inspiring figures across business, arts, politics and more donating their time to help inspire students to fuel their ambition. We are passionate about providing a high quality and personal service, making it seamless for speakers, educators and organisations to get involved.

Key Duties / Responsibilities

• Managing own the speaker network including mobilising speakers, responding to speaker queries, and ensuring they feel supported by the charity. Driving forward speaker participation with the charity
• Securing talk confirmations and progressing talks through the pipeline from matching speakers to schools, coordinating with schools and ensuring all stakeholder expectations are met
• Coordinating, hosting and producing virtual events and broadcasts for the Inspiration programme
• Working independently and swiftly on high-volume outreach and mobilisation within a structured programme plan to meet targets, as agreed and set by the Inspiration Manager
• Taking ownership of speaker network and planning approaches and engagement for the academic year
• Contacting speakers as agreed with Inspiration Manager
• Maintaining and increasing quality of SfS talks and providing speakers with feedback from schools and pupils
• Securing media collateral from talks as required
• Ensuring consistent and accurate updating of CRM and ensuring proper data management
• Confidently discussing SfS and our goals, aims via email communication, virtual meetings, and telephone
• Attending schools talks on behalf of the charity and where required
• Developing stakeholder’s relationships with speakers to maintain their participation in the charity
• Flexibility and a willingness to get stuck in and help with any tasks the team require support for
• Other duties as required, within the scope of your role.

Education / Experience / Knowledge

Essential 

• Experience in a similar delivery-focussed role within a small, fast-paced team or organisation
• Experience using Microsoft packages, including Outlook
• Experience of using CRM software to achieve the tasks outlined above 
• Good customer service skills that mean queries are answered professionally and clearly
• Excellent organisation skills and ability to learn quickly to ensure smooth delivery processes
• Are sociable and confident and happy building and maintaining relationships with multiple stakeholders
• Excel at organising their workload and enjoy driving work forward independently
• Think strategically and can change tactics while still meeting larger objectives

Desirable 

• Experience of using Salesforce
• Experience of producing, hosting and managing the technical functions of virtual events and broadcasts 
• Experience communicating with educational establishments and a familiarity with how schools and colleges operate

We are looking forward to holding video interviews and appointing our Inspiration Coordinator swiftly. You must have the right to work in the UK without visa restrictions to be considered. 

Benefits offered at Speakers for Schools: 

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays 
• Morning of your birthday off
• Pension scheme
• CharlieHR perks
• Perkbox
• £500 a year training allowance

Diversity at our core

At Speakers for Schools, we are committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce, and eliminating discrimination. Our aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.

We welcome applications from all, including those where employment has been affected by Covid19 and those seeking to change careers. Diversity if at our core, join us. 

How to apply:

Please apply as soon as possible submitting your CV and a one page covering letter which outlines your specific interest and ability to successfully fill this role, as well as your salary expectations and current notice period.

Appointees are subject to a successful DBS check, as contact with young people is likely.

Please note, if you do not provide a covering letter your application will not be considered.

The Journey to joining Speakers for Schools: 

Interviews will be scheduled as applications are received, before the closing date, and will take place over Microsoft Teams. We may appoint before this date depending on applications. 

If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please presume your application has been unsuccessful. 

This role will be closing on or before Friday 29th October. 

Our new team member will start ASAP. 

If you have not heard from us two weeks after the closing date, please presume your application has been unsuccessful at this time.

You will lead the Community Champions project which builds on the strengths, skills and knowledge of local communities, by recruiting local people as volunteers to tackle inequalities, improve health and wellbeing and address local issues of concern.

You will recruit, coordinate and support local volunteers to undertake the following activities:

• Insight gathering: on health and wellbeing issues to help the council and partners understand deep-rooted attitudes, behaviours and perceptions. These activities will engage local residents in the project and highlight priority areas for action in each location.

• Signposting: raising awareness of health and wellbeing services and signposting where appropriate.

• Organise regular activities for local residents, based on broad health and wellbeing priorities identified by local residents. 

SHAK is a beneficiary led charity based on the Alexandra and Ainsworth estate in the Kilburn Ward of Camden, London, dedicated to supporting residents and young people living in an area of high deprivation. 

Our Mission is to improve well-being, inclusion and life chances by nurturing talents, passions, skills and confidence. 

Our Vision is of a place where everyone can live, learn and grow together. 

Job Title: Befriending Plus Service Coordinator

Hours:              28 hrs p/wk over either 4 or 5 days

Contract: 1 year, in the first instance

Salary: £28,206 pro-rata

Reports to: Better at Home Leader

Purpose of Job:

To be responsible for the delivery of Age UK Wandsworth’s “Befriending Plus” Service. This project, commissioned by the Council and now funded for a second year, works with older housebound and isolated people, who are living alone or as carers aged over 60 in the London Borough of Wandsworth.

The service seeks to alleviate loneliness and social isolation and create practical support for older people by matching them with volunteer visitors for companionship and practical help. The volunteers visit for a specified time each week and also help the older people to access other relevant statutory and voluntary organisations and services.

What we can offer:

• A warm welcome from our small and friendly team of staff and volunteers and our hypo-allergenic office dog.
• A busy work place where no day is ever the same and the opportunity to really make a difference to the lives of older people in Wandsworth.
• The opportunity for an organised, experienced and energetic person to really develop this vital project.
• An experienced staff and trustee leadership team who believe in the value of personal and professional development.

Closing date: Wednesday 17 November at noon

Interviews: Monday 22 November

Age UK Wandsworth is committed to safeguarding all those in our care. All offers are subject to satisfactory references and DBS check. CVs will not be considered.

About FSUK

FareShare is an award winning charity, we are the UK’s national network charitable food redistributors, made up of 18 independent organisations. Together, we take good quality surplus food from right across the food industry and get it to almost 11,000 frontline charities and community groups.

Hunger is a growing issue in the UK and while there is surplus food that is otherwise going to waste, we believe that this food should be used to feed people first.

The COVID19 pandemic has shone a spotlight on the issue of food insecurity in the UK and with it, FareShare’s ability to get food to vulnerable communities nationwide. We are fortunate to benefit from the support of major retailers, the media, sports ambassadors and a groundswell of public engagement. As a result, there has never been a more exciting time to join an organisation at the heart of public consciousness.

About the Role

As Community Coordinator, your role will focus on the growth and sustainability of the FareShare Go programme across Kent and some areas in Surrey, through maximising relationships and adding value to create the best experience for our charity community. The successful candidate will be an exceptional communicator, with an approachable nature who will play a vital role in developing and maintaining charity and retailer relationships, plus raising awareness of FareShare Go across your local area. FareShare Midlands is the largest of the FareShare delivery partner operating across the West and East Midlands. We rely on an army of volunteers to help redistribute food to 550 frontline charities such as school breakfast clubs, community centres and organisations supporting those who are homeless, unemployed, socially isolated and recovering from addiction. These organisations provide meals and food parcels to more than 35,000 vulnerable people every week. 

As a Community Coordinator, your role will focus on the growth and sustainability of our network of community food groups in the region. The successful candidate will be an exceptional communicator, with an approachable nature who will play a vital role in developing and maintaining charity and retailer relationships, plus raising awareness of the Regional Centre and FareShare Go across the Midlands.

Main Responsibilities

• Charity account management: You will carry out virtual calls and in person visits with new and existing charities, and be responsible for ensuring that coverage KPIs are reached and maintained for both new and existing retailers. Using your analysis of charity needs, plus your knowledge of retailer and store profiles, you will use these visits to maximise the offer to charities, ensuring the service meets their requirements. 
• Community Capacity Building: As part of the Building of relationships with charities, you will seek opportunities to enable and empower charities to increase their capacity and ability to take more food, to ultimately increase the redistribution of surplus food to those in need. 
• Sustainability and Compliance: You will work with your Regional Manager and team to identify stores where re-engagement activities are needed to improve charity coverage and charity compliance. You will work to maximise the amount of food collected by charities with lower levels of compliance. You will also be responsible for undertaking food safety reviews with charities to ensure compliance. 
• Retailer Engagement: You will play a key role in maintaining strong retailer relationships across your region. You will take an active role in any meet and greets with retailers, where required. Plus, you will be responsible for maintaining regular contact with the relevant retail stakeholders in your region, sensitively dealing with any issues in a professional manner, as and when they arise. 
• FareShare Network Engagement: We aim to become 'oneFareShare’. These roles are an integral part of our FareShare network and you will partner closely with the Regional Centre(s) in your areas. You will work on joint initiatives which improve and grow the FareShare community, ensuring that charities have access to the FareShare service which best meet their needs. 

Ideal Candidate

Essential Criteria

• Have exceptional relationship building skills with a range of stakeholders 
• Be a strong communicator who is able to engage with a variety of audiences. 
• Be confident and assertive in handling difficult situations, whilst demonstrating calmness and professionalism 
• Strong problem solving skills 
• Self-manage your own performance and workload. 
• Have initiative and innovative thinking, in order to shape new/different ways of working 
• Have strong IT skills 
• Be flexible with working arrangements as the role may involve high levels of travel to areas of the UK. 
• Have a valid driver’s licence for the UK, access to a car and can undertake extensive travel across your region. 

Desirable 

• Level 2/3 Food Safety training is desirable, but training will be provided. 
• Have previous experience working with constituent relationship management (CRM) software. Salesforce experience is advantageous. 
• Some experience in data analysis and project planning 
• Be degree educated or have a strong career history with relevant skills. 

Values and behaviours

• A commitment to equal opportunities and safeguarding.
• An understanding of, and enthusiasm for, FareShare’s mission and strategy.
• A commitment to continuous professional development.
• An empathy with volunteers and an understanding of their needs.
• Flexible and non-judgemental approach to people and work.
• Willingness and ability to travel in the UK.

Benefits

25 days’ annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Employers pension contribution of 4% Life assurance -  group life scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Interest free bicycle purchase loan scheme

Season ticket loan

Flexible working 

We are looking for an experienced project coordinator and OISC supervisor OISC L2 (OISC L3 desirable) or solicitor with equivalent qualification for an exciting position leading our Open Access immigration advice service for migrants at risk.

The post holder will manage and supervise a team of OISC level 2 immigration advisors providing specialist immigration advice and casework to migrants at risk in London, with a special provision for Tower Hamlets residents.

You will play a key role in coordinating this project, ensuring our service reaches those in most need. You will hold a small caseload of cases feeding into our advocacy and campaign work.

Praxis is a dynamic, award-winning human rights charity supporting migrants in crisis or at-risk, ensuring that their essential human needs are met and that they are able to overcome the barriers they face. We work to build community, challenge exclusion and discrimination, influence policy and improve services. We played a leading role in exposing the Windrush scandal and advocate and campaign for lasting changes to policy and practice to address the root causes of the issues faced by at-risk migrants.

We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applications from those with lived experience of migration, and from diverse applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital/civil partnership status, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy/maternity leave status.

For an application pack or if you want to know more about the role visit our website.

Please note - we do not accept CVs and or cover letters.

Come and work for a growing, creative, and multiple award-winning charity!  We're a small organisation making a big difference.

My Life My Choice (MLMC) is a self-advocacy charity, 100% user-led, run by and for people with a learning disability, founded in 1998.  The charity delivers a diverse range of innovative projects that enhance and empower the lives of adults with a learning disability in Oxfordshire.  These established projects include the Power Up training & consultancy & research team, Champions who speak up and campaign, Travel Buddy scheme, 12 local self-help groups, and Gig Buddies.

MLMC is now looking for a new full time Project Coordinator.  The successful applicant will coordinate the MLMC Computer Buddy project which involves providing devices for those without, coaching and training beneficiaries, recruiting volunteers, and working with key partners. We do not need a person who is a whizz with computers for this role! Above all, we want to work with somebody who has excellent coordination, administration, and people skills.

This role calls for a colleague who not only shows a passion for empowering, working with, and raising the voices of people with a learning disability but also thrives on achieving targets.
 

The successful candidate will enjoy a challenge, have a ‘can do’ attitude and be a competent driver (or with car driver support) with a UK driving licence and access to a car. MLMC presently reimburses 45p per mile for private car used for business purposes.

MLMC not only says it values its staff but commits to them by offering a competitive salary, an enhanced pension contribution, a comfortable and spacious office environment, an Employee Assistance Programme, Life Assurance, flexible working with time off in lieu, a weekly fruit basket, a £100 contribution towards a health & wellbeing activity, cycle to work scheme, two days special leave at Christmas, and working from home when appropriate. Free, dedicated staff parking is also available.

We are currently looking for a full-time Project Coordinator to oversee our projects in the London borough of Westminster. This role is based both ‘on the ground’ and with associated admin to be done from home or the office. Reading sessions with families are conducted on doorsteps instead of in families’ homes for the time being. 

For the first 6-12 months you will be on the ground running projects. As Doorstep Library expands, you will transition away from running the projects on a weekly basis to focus on setting up new ones. There will still be plenty of opportunity to be on the ground reading with families.

You will be truly passionate about the work that we do to support children and families and you will have outstanding interpersonal skills to build relationships with both our dedicated volunteers and the whole family. You will inspire a love of reading in the children we visit, and be a friendly face for their parents/carers, providing support and information where needed. Seeing so many excited faces when you turn up at the door makes this a very rewarding role!

Role:                  Work Expereince Coordinator 

Location:            Remote in the UK

Responsible to:  Head of Engagements

Salary:               £24,000 - £27,000

Roles available:  3

*Please note, if you do not submit a covering letter your application will not be accepted*

Why us?  

Speakers for Schools are a dynamic, swift-moving and fast-growing charity. We are on a mission to support a million young people across the UK annually by 2023. Having taken the first steps on the road to achieving this, our team has doubled in size in the past year. This has supported 278% growth in our Experience programme and 10% growth in our Inspiration programme during the past 12 months.

We want to level the playing field, making sure that all young people can access inspirational opportunities and experiences to fuel their ambition.

We are united and unique in our mission to transform lives through raising aspirations of millions of young people every year. Each year, 1,500 senior leaders, celebrities and industry experts deliver a difference to by sharing their story with students in schools and colleges in every corner of the UK. We connect employers such as Disney, The Bank of England, Spotify PwC and almost two hundred others to communities to provide access to the top opportunities for all across the UK. With us, you will be part of inspiring a generation to reach higher, broaden horizons and get equal access to the top.

To keep growing our charity and our impact, we need top talent and we are committed to treasuring, developing and supporting them to thrive within their roles.

Role Summary

This role sits within our Engagement team and is crucial to the delivery of the charity’s programmes.

Key Duties / Responsibilities 

• Responding to enquiries from schools and students regarding questions about the application portal registration process and general troubleshooting 
• Helping with technical delivery processes using both our in-house software and that of external partners 
• End-to-end technical support for partners, schools, and students
• Enabling stakeholders in the delivery of work experience and charity programmes
• Data Management and CRM 
• Inputting new data, maintaining existing records and generating reports
• Responding to and managing stakeholder queries via email and telephone
• Supporting the delivery of charity programmes

Essential 

• Experience in a similar delivery-focussed role within a small, fast-paced organisation 
• Experience using Microsoft packages, including Outlook 
• Experience of using CRM software to achieve the tasks outlined above
• Good customer service skills that mean queries are answered professionally and clearly 
• Excellent organisation skills and ability to learn quickly to ensure smooth delivery processes 
• Flexibility and a willingness to get stuck in and help with any tasks the team require support for 
• Ability to clearly communicate with students to ensure they understand our processes and are able to access opportunities 
• Are sociable and confident and happy building and maintaining relationships with multiple stakeholders 
• Excel at organising their workload and enjoy driving work forward independently 
• Think strategically and can change tactics while still meeting larger objectives 

Desirable 

• Experience of working in programme support in education charities 
• Experience of using Salesforce
• Experience of supporting young people via charity programmes
• Experience of using Google Classrooms

We are looking forward to holding video interviews and appointing our Work Experience Coordinator swiftly. You must have the right to work in the UK without visa restrictions to be considered. 

Benefits offered at Speakers for Schools: 

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays 
• Morning of your birthday off
• Pension scheme
• CharlieHR perks
• Perkbox
• £500 a year training allowance

Diversity at our core

At Speakers for Schools, we are committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce, and eliminating discrimination. Our aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.

We welcome applications from all, including those where employment has been affected by Covid19 and those seeking to change careers. Diversity if at our core, join us. 

How to apply:

Please apply as soon as possible submitting your CV and a one page covering letter which outlines your specific interest and ability to successfully fill this role, as well as your salary expectations and current notice period.

Appointees are subject to a successful DBS check, as contact with young people is likely.

Please note, if you do not provide a covering letter your application will not be considered.

The Journey to joining Speakers for Schools: 

Interviews will be scheduled as applications are received, before the closing date, and will take place over Microsoft Teams. We may appoint before this date depending on applications. 

If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please presume your application has been unsuccessful. 

This role will be closing on or before Friday 29th October.

Our new team member will start ASAP. 

If you have not heard from us two weeks after the closing date, please presume your application has been unsuccessful at this time.

About FSUK

FareShare is an award winning charity, we are the UK’s national network charitable food redistributors, made up of 18 independent organisations. Together, we take good quality surplus food from right across the food industry and get it to almost 11,000 frontline charities and community groups.

Hunger is a growing issue in the UK and while there is surplus food that is otherwise going to waste, we believe that this food should be used to feed people first.

The COVID19 pandemic has shone a spotlight on the issue of food insecurity in the UK and with it, FareShare’s ability to get food to vulnerable communities nationwide. We are fortunate to benefit from the support of major retailers, the media, sports ambassadors and a groundswell of public engagement. As a result, there has never been a more exciting time to join an organisation at the heart of public consciousness.

About the Role

As Community Coordinator, your role will focus on the growth and sustainability of the FareShare Go programme across Kent and some areas in Surrey, through maximising relationships and adding value to create the best experience for our charity community. The successful candidate will be an exceptional communicator, with an approachable nature who will play a vital role in developing and maintaining charity and retailer relationships, plus raising awareness of FareShare Go across your local area. 

Main Responsibilities

• Charity account management: You will carry out virtual calls and in person visits with new and existing charities, and be responsible for ensuring that coverage KPIs are reached and maintained for both new and existing retailers. Using your analysis of charity needs, plus your knowledge of retailer and store profiles, you will use these visits to maximise the offer to charities, ensuring the service meets their requirements. 
• Community Capacity Building: As part of the Building of relationships with charities, you will seek opportunities to enable and empower charities to increase their capacity and ability to take more food, to ultimately increase the redistribution of surplus food to those in need. 
• Sustainability and Compliance: You will work with your Regional Manager and team to identify stores where re-engagement activities are needed to improve charity coverage and charity compliance. You will work to maximise the amount of food collected by charities with lower levels of compliance. You will also be responsible for undertaking food safety reviews with charities to ensure compliance. 
• Retailer Engagement: You will play a key role in maintaining strong retailer relationships across your region. You will take an active role in any meet and greets with retailers, where required. Plus, you will be responsible for maintaining regular contact with the relevant retail stakeholders in your region, sensitively dealing with any issues in a professional manner, as and when they arise. 
• FareShare Network Engagement: We aim to become 'oneFareShare’. These roles are an integral part of our FareShare network and you will partner closely with the Regional Centre(s) in your areas. You will work on joint initiatives which improve and grow the FareShare community, ensuring that charities have access to the FareShare service which best meet their needs. 

Ideal Candidate

Essential Criteria

• Have exceptional relationship building skills with a range of stakeholders 
• Be a strong communicator who is able to engage with a variety of audiences. 
• Be confident and assertive in handling difficult situations, whilst demonstrating calmness and professionalism 
• Strong problem solving skills 
• Self-manage your own performance and workload. 
• Have initiative and innovative thinking, in order to shape new/different ways of working 
• Have strong IT skills 
• Be flexible with working arrangements as the role may involve high levels of travel to areas of the UK. 
• Have a valid driver’s licence for the UK, access to a car and can undertake extensive travel across your region. 

Desirable 

• Level 2/3 Food Safety training is desirable, but training will be provided. 
• Have previous experience working with constituent relationship management (CRM) software. Salesforce experience is advantageous. 
• Some experience in data analysis and project planning 
• Be degree educated or have a strong career history with relevant skills. 

Values and behaviours

• A commitment to equal opportunities and safeguarding.
• An understanding of, and enthusiasm for, FareShare’s mission and strategy.
• A commitment to continuous professional development.
• An empathy with volunteers and an understanding of their needs.
• Flexible and non-judgemental approach to people and work.
• Willingness and ability to travel in the UK.

Benefits

25 days’ annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Employers pension contribution of 4% Life assurance -  group life scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Interest free bicycle purchase loan scheme

Season ticket loan

Flexible working 

We are delighted to offer this exciting opportunity to provide support to those experiencing sight loss as our Access and Triage Co-ordinator. Galloway’s is the leading local charity supporting people affected by sight loss in Lancashire and Sefton. We are currently going through an extensive change programme as we re-design our organisation ensuring we continue to put blind and partially sighted people at the heart of everything we do.

What we're looking for

You will have experience in providing information and advice to a variety of people, have a positive attitude and share our passion to embrace creative ways of reaching more people affected by sight loss. This important role will support Galloway’s by providing a central access point for responding to initial enquiries and information requests. You will have excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work in building partnerships with a range of agencies, recognising this is vital to ensure we are integrated into our communities. Working as part of our community team you will ensure that our help and support is accessible and meets the needs of those who need our services. You will want to make a difference!

Working at Galloway’s is incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment.

Join us and help shape our vision for the future!

We are a busy, ambitious charity operating at the heart of the Wandsworth community helping thousands of people across the borough in unpaid Caring roles.

We are looking for a driven individual to join our busy team, to establish and implement a LGBT+ Carers Support, development & training programme in Wandsworth and across London

.LGBT+ Project Coordinator

Salary £30,451

35 Hours Per Week

The successful applicant will have lived experience as an LGBT+ person, experience of delivering training and working with a diverse client group. They will also be able to advocate on behalf of others, excellent communication and IT skills, and a commitment to working in the voluntary sector.

Wandsworth Carers’ Centre is an inclusive employer, committed to the continued development of a diverse workforce.

Wandsworth Carers Centre, 46 Balham High Rd, London, SW12 9AQ

Closing date for completed applications: 9am Monday 8th November

Successful applicants will be notified and invited to interview by Friday 12th November.

This post is funded by Carers Trust’s Making Carers Count programme, which is supported by the Covid-19 Support Fund

Registered Charity No. 1053121 Company Number 3152094