Fixed Term Maternity Cover

We are looking for a proactive individual to join our team as a Customer Services Administrator for a fixed term of maternity cover.

Whizz-Kidz is a national children’s charity with a mission to transform the lives of disabled children and young people. We work to change these young lives by providing the vital equipment, support and life skills they need. Young disabled people are central to everything we do and we strive to include their needs, voices and experiences in all our work – giving them responsibility to help shape what we do.

We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and driven customer services professional to take responsibility for organisational and administrative processes in regards to the Young People’s Team, Children and Young Peoples Services (C&YP) and any other processes as requested. 

We need an individual with good knowledge of Microsoft packages and excellent communication, organisation and time management skills. You will be able to manage a varied workload and have good prioritising skills. You will be a self-starter and will be able to work independently and use your own initiative to resolve issues.

You will facilitate and support the work of the Young People’s Team, specifically in relation to Volunteering and Kidz Board. This includes booking of venues, accommodation and transport to young people as well as supporting administration related to the volunteer recruitment and retention process.

You will provide excellent customer services to all Whizz-Kidz beneficiaries and their families when responding to phone and email enquiries.

Application is by Whizz-Kidz application Form. To apply, please visit our website via the apply button.

Closing Date: Monday 24th February 2020 at 9a.m.

Interview Dates: Week beginning Monday 2nd March 2020

Please note only candidates successful in obtaining an interview will be contacted. 

No Recruitment Agencies Please.

Whizz-Kidz is committed to achieving equal opportunities in employment.

Whizz-Kidz is the working name of The Movement for Non-Mobile Children (Whizz-Kidz).

Registered charity No.802872. Company registered in England and Wales No.2444520.

Charity Registered No.SC042607.

Job Description - Personal Assistant

Summary

An adaptable, detail-oriented individual who will support Meenal Sachdev in her roles as Director of Shiva Foundation, Local Councillor in Hertsmere Borough Council, as well as assisting with any other projects and duties outside of her specific professional roles, including those of a personal nature.

Hours: part-time.

Location: main office in Borehamwood with additional responsibilities in Holborn.

Job Description

As Personal Assistant (PA) to the director, you will be a key member of the Shiva Foundation team. You will report directly to Meenal, and frequently engage with other staff members at Shiva Foundation. You will provide critical support to the Shiva Foundation leadership team in the fulfilment of its mission.

You will support Meenal with her duties as local councillor, including co-ordinating her activities and maintaining effective communication with advisors, local council, and the wider community.

You will assist in managing Meenal’s day-to-day life, including tasks of a personal nature.

There will also be an element of periodic events management that will require significant coordination.

Salary

Based on £30,000 per annum (salary to be calculated pro rata to accommodate PT hours)

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities across each of these areas will include, but not be limited to:

• Maintaining Meenal’s calendar and serving as the interface of correspondence to those seeking time with her, both internally and externally; and providing Meenal with thorough and timely meeting preparation.
• Facilitating smooth and efficient communication between Meenal, Shiva Foundation staff, the local council, and any other individuals / organisations in her network.
• Drafting email correspondence, short proposals, reports and commentary on Meenal’s behalf.
• Preparing travel logistics, timesheets, and expense reports for Meenal and other senior team members as necessary.
• Supporting Meenal’s business development responsibilities, including pursuing leads, following up on meetings, etc.
• Providing other project management support and leadership to Meenal and the Shiva Foundation operations team as needed, including basic technology troubleshooting.
• Assisting with planning and coordinating Shiva Foundation, local council and other events.
• Supporting in a variety of operations team processes and logistics.
• Providing administrative and office support to Shiva Foundation senior staff.
• Coordinating engagement for Shiva Foundation’s senior staff, including phone conferences, video-conferences, and in-person meetings.
• Managing Meenal’s email account and phone line where necessary.
• Organising events, booking appointments, and other duties of a personal nature.
• Any other reasonable tasks that Meenal may request.

About you

• Organised and meticulous approach to your work: You thrive in a fluid work environment that requires multitasking, attention to detail, and constant adaptation. You are dedicated to letting no ball drop, deftly juggle multiple tasks, and feel happiest at work when you have all your tasks in order.

• Sound judgment: You are well-regarded for your judgment and are known for making reasoned, well-thought out decisions even in the face of limited or conflicting information. Your ability to respond appropriately to sensitive information has earned you a reputation as a deeply empathetic and trustworthy colleague/peer.

• Flexibility: You know that providing quality support always begins with careful planning and execution. Yet in the face of unexpected challenges you are known for maintaining a positive attitude, quickly and adeptly reorienting yourself to find a new solution.
• Proactive. You are someone that thinks a few steps forward and deals with issues before they become apparent. 

• Exceptional communication skills: Your written and verbal communications evidence clarity in both thought and analysis.

• Ease with technology: You’re a technophile, and when given the opportunity to work with a new program or application, you quickly become fluent.

• Mission orientation and drive: It’s in your nature to work tirelessly on a problem until you’ve seen the solution through to your complete satisfaction. You’re driven to make an impact. You may have a personal interest in human rights advocacy and/or politics.
• Growth mindset: You’re always seeking to better yourself and your work, and you will push yourself to the peak of performance to help fulfil our mission. In service of that growth, you welcome feedback from supervisors and peers.

Start and interview dates

Interviews will be conducted w/b 2nd March 2020.

Please note, we would like the role to start on 16th March 2020.

Application process

Please apply by sending one PDF document containing the following documents in order:

1. Your CV;
2. A cover letter explaining why you would like to work for us and why you would be suitable for this role (1 page max.) and
3. A writing sample which may be an article, blog, report or note you have written on any topic (5 pages max.). Please note, we will not accept academic writing samples.

The deadline for applying is 11.59pm on 24th February 2020.

Please save this PDF in the following format ‘[First Name]_[Second Name]_PA Application’. Please note any incomplete applications or incorrectly labelled applications will not be considered.

Please note applications will be assessed on a rolling basis and so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

The Mayor’s Fund for London is an independent charity, championing social mobility for young Londoners from low-income backgrounds. We believe that all young people, regardless of their starting point in life, should be able to thrive in their community, forge fulfilling careers and take advantage of the outstanding opportunities that London has to offer.

Our work raises awareness of the barriers facing young Londoners, promotes the activities which best increases their opportunities and brings together the partnerships to make a measurable impact on young Londoners’ lives. In 2018/19, we supported over 35,000 young Londoners aged 4-24 across all 33 boroughs working in partnership with 427 schools, 110 community organisations and 94 employers, charities, social enterprises and local authorities.

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, is our patron.

THE ROLE

The Executive Assistant & Office Manager is a pivotal role within the Mayor’s Fund for London. 

The job holder will be responsible for the smooth operation of the executive functions of the charity, including support for governance (board and sub-committees), support with HR functions (such as inductions), office management, plus team diary support.  The successful candidate will have significant experience in supporting administration functions in a busy working environment, able to liaise confidently at a senior level and to have a proactive and problem-solving mindset.

Although experience within a charity environment is not essential, interest and empathy in the Mayor’s Fund for London’s work would be an advantage.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply online sending in a covering letter and your CV. 

The Mayor's Fund for London is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone. The Equal Opportunities form is voluntary but the information we collect here is very useful to us as it helps us to make sure that we are an inclusive employer and to find out if our workforce is diverse.

Unfortunately due to the large volumes of interest the charity receives, we are not able to respond to all applicants who are unsuccessful at the application stage.

Please only apply if you are eligible to work in the UK.

- Provide administrative tasks efficiently and to a high standard to the Project team and work closely with relevant stakeholders to monitor, review and update the Fire Risk Actions, ensuring issues are managed and escalated as required.

Client Details

A large Housing Association committed to providing assistance to vulnerable tenants and people living in our communities who need support to live well and independently.

Description

• To undertake a range of administrative tasks efficiently and to a high standard.

• To work closely with relevant stakeholders to monitor, review and update the Fire Risk Actions, ensuring issues are managed and escalated as required.

• Being the first point of contact for enquiries from colleagues and stakeholders.

• To support the delivery of actions associated with Fire Risk Actions and work closely with operational managers.

• Ensure that data under your ownership is collected, managed and protected to highest standards.

Profile

The successful candidate will have:

- A can-do attitude

- Experience working on projects

- Customer Service background

- A background within the Housing sector

Job Offer

£11ph

The Royal Society is dedicated to putting science at the heart of the UK’s cultural life and our public profile is central to our work. We have an excellent entry-level opportunity for an Assistant Press Officer to join our high-performing team.

Whether it is about the impact of Brexit on science or how new technologies are changing our lives, this role will support the team who are presenting the views of the Society on the high profile scientific issues of the day.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is interested in developing a career in PR. We will support you to develop and equip you with the wide-ranging skills you need to become a Press Officer in the future. If you think you would thrive as an important member of our busy team we want to hear from you.

What you'll be doing

As the Assistant Press Officer you’ll be doing important work to make sure that our projects in areas as diverse as climate change, education and artificial intelligence are seen and heard across the UK. You will be responsible for promoting the Society’s peer-reviewed journals, monitoring and analysing our coverage, reporting our achievements in a compelling way, and ensuring that our Press Office systems are up to date. You will also be our first point of contact for liaising directly with journalists via email, phone and in person.

Who are we looking for?

We're looking for someone committed to a career in PR, who will bring enthusiasm and the desire to excel in our fast-paced team. We need someone who is a quick learner, with excellent attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise tasks and juggle workload. We will expect you to be interested in science and current affairs, and to be alert for opportunities to turn the Society’s work into compelling news stories.

This is a great first step into an exciting career at the Royal Society and we will be looking for both enthusiasm and your writing ability to come across in your cover letter and task.

To apply, please complete the application form using our online recruitment system.

Reports to: Head of Media Relations
Line manages: None
Location: Carlton House Terrace, SW1Y 5AG
Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: £24,000 - £25,000 per annum
Pay Band: B

Closing date for applications: Monday 9 March 2020
Interview dates: Week commencing 16 March 2020

Executive Assistant

Our client are recruiting for a new Executive Assistant, to join their team supporting the Directors.

Executive Assistant Responsibilities:

- Senior executive / board level support.
- Attending and supporting leadership meetings.
- Providing support, guidance and advice to the board of trustees.
- Proactive management of communications, administration and diaries.
- Drafting briefing and meeting notes, documents, presentations and correspondence.
- Taking minutes at meetings.
- Coordinating papers for trustee board and committee meetings and SMT meetings.
- To be prepared to travel to conduct the duties of the role if required.
- Maintaining strict levels of confidentiality.

Based in London, the post may involve some occasional travel to our other offices in the UK.

Executive Assistant Requirements:

You’ll have experience of providing executive support services at director level, be adaptable, have a can-do approach and the proven ability to organise your time effectively, prioritise workload, meet deadlines and multitask with ease. You'll also be a self-starter, who is able to work independently whilst also able to work effectively as a team member.

About Our Client:

Our client are here for everyone affected by sight loss. Working for them means working for one of the UK’s biggest charities, supporting almost two million people living with sight loss in the UK.

Location: Judd St, London, WC1H 9NE

Job type: Full Time, Permanent, 36 hours per week

Salary: £30,568 (plus London weighting where appropriate £3603

Benefits: In exchange they offer a competitive salary, an interesting and supportive working environment and a benefits package including: 26 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), which increases with service. Excellent pension schemes.

Interview date: week commencing 9 March 2020

Our client is committed to being led by their customers (blind and partially sighted people), and one of the ways they do this is through active involvement and engagement in many of our work activities, including the recruitment of new members of staff.

Please be aware that blind and partially sighted volunteers may be involved in the recruitment and selection process for this vacancy; including reviewing job applications and CV’s, shortlisting and interviews and selection tests.

Our client is committed to being an Equal Opportunities organisation and they welcome applications from people with sight loss.

You may have experience of the following: Office Administrator, Admin Assistant, Office Admin, Administrator, Administrative Assistant, Office Assistant, EA, Executive Assistant, Executive Support, Senior Secretary, Corporate Secretary, Executive Team Leader, Charities, Third Sector, Not For profit, NFP etc.

Ref: 92051

As the Project Assistant you will be the administrator responsible for the smooth running of prize processes and delivering high quality service to prize applicants, academic reviewers and other stakeholders. This is a key support role to ensure the success of prize work, and may also present the opportunity to support work on the UK's UNESCO activities relating to UNESCO World Heritage Sites, UNESCO designations such as Institutes, Cities, Biospheres and Geoparks, as well as other UNESCO prizes and patronages.

For background, the Newton Fund is £735 million of Official Development Assistance that aims to foster the economic development of partner countries by supporting science and innovation partnerships with the UK.  The Newton Prize is an annual £1 million award to celebrate the Newton Fund’s best science and/or innovation projects. 

Job specification:

25 days holiday plus UK bank holiday allowance.

7% pension contribution and 2 months’ notice period on successful completion of probation

Specific responsibilities will include but will not be limited to:

Administration

• Monitoring, updating and maintaining the Flexi-Grant online application/review portal for prizes
• Cleansing, collating and understanding complex data with a high degree of accuracy
• Analysing prize data in Excel and producing reports in Excel and Word
• Skilful in producing meaningful management information and recommendations from data sets in Excel
• Providing support for applicants and reviewers as needed and ensuring they are dealt with in a timely and professional manner
• Responding to and monitoring enquiries by both email and phone
• Undertaking desk-top research as required
• Allocating applications to academic readers for review as appropriate to topics
• Checking applicants meet eligibility requirements and verifying applicant eligibility information with external organisations
• Keeping prize timelines on track and up to date in the public domain
• Liaising with clients, shortlisted candidates, winners, reviewers, judges and committee members, as well as past and present applicants and award holders, as required
• Ensuring an appropriate level of recruitment of expert academic reviewers is maintained year-round, identifying missing skills and acting appropriately to meet those needs

• Co-ordinate meetings and produce agendas/papers/briefing packs as required for committees etc to include logistics, IT support/video conferencing, communicating information to attendees and catering, venue booking etc
• Monitoring and evaluation including conducting surveys and highlighting recommendations for improvements
• Monitoring and maintaining contact information on Salesforce
• Assisting with general administration, as required

Marketing and Communications

• Assisting in the development and issuing of PR and marketing materials as required in conjunction with wider communications plans for UK and international use
• Assisting with co-ordination for award ceremonies, exhibitions and other promotional events as required
• Maintaining relevant and current content relating to prizes online and as needed on social media

UK National Commission for UNESCO (UKNC)

The UKNC is involved with UNESCO activity in the UK and from time to time the Project Assistant may be asked to join colleagues working on other projects which may relate to UNESCO World Heritage Sites, UNESCO designations such as Institutes, Cities, Biospheres and Geoparks as well as other UNESCO prizes and patronages. All other UKNC work is subject to agreement with line management and is subject to capacity and may include but is not limited to:

• Providing event co-ordination and support
• Facilitating workshops
• Representing the UK National Commission for UNESCO at external events
• Other administrative tasks, as needed

Person Specification

• Appropriate background: A degree or equivalent relevant experience which will transfer to this role.
• Administration skills: Ideally two years’ experience of relevant administrative work. Excellent Microsoft Excel and Word skills.
• Attention to detail: Proven track record of completer-finisher behaviour on complex projects and the ability to produce highly accurate, high quality work.
• Data processing: Ability to cleanse, collate and understand complex data. Knowledge of data selection processes, data entry and data analysis. Skillful in producing meaningful reports and recommendations from data sets.
• Technical knowledge: Ability to work with various databases (CRM, Flexi-Grant and Salesforce experience advantageous), website back-end CMS and social media.
• Self-starter and enjoys working in and/or with small teams: working autonomously and independently is vital particularly as the line manager for this role is based remotely.
• Project and Event Management: Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills – able to work effectively to deadlines, to manage ad-hoc projects that arise and to manage time in a flexible manner.

To apply please send your CV to the Project Director Sarah Shaw via email stating in 300 words or less why you are right for the role, paying close attention to how you meet the person specification.  Please also indicate where you saw this job advertised.

Please note:

• Closing date for applications is strictly midnight UK time on Sunday 1 March 2020
• Invitations to interview will be extended during the week commencing Monday 2 March 2020
• Interviews will take place in Whitehall, London on Wednesday 11 March 2020*

*In order to be eligible for consideration you must be available in person for interview on this date

Executive Assistant (Part Time)
London, EC4

About Us

Money Advice Trust provides free information, advice and resources to help people successfully manage their finances. With demand for money advice consistently outstripping supply, finding more efficient ways of helping people is at the heart of our work.

Every year, we provide thousands of free training places for money advisers across the UK through our ‘Wiseradviser’ programme through both face-to-face and online channels. We enable trainees to help people across the UK tackle their debts and manage their money with confidence.

We’re now looking for an Executive Assistant to join our team in London on a part-time basis.

The Benefits

- Salary of circa £33,000 pro rata
- Generous pension
- DiS benefit
- A range of health and wellbeing benefits
- Money saving initiatives
- Rewards for working in line with our values
- 29 days’ annual leave pro rata, the option to buy/sell leave and one duvet day per quarter (taken out of leave allowance)

If you have previous administrative support experience, this is a fantastic opportunity to take on a rewarding role, supporting an organisation providing a vital, free public service.

In this multifaceted role, you will have the chance to develop a diverse skill set while supporting one of our most senior figures, our CEO.

So, if you think you can thrive in a fast-paced and innovative environment where we support thousands of people a year to better manage their finances, we want to hear from you.

The Role

As an Executive Assistant, you will provide key administrative support to our CEO, acting as the key point of contact between them and the rest of the organisation.

Assisting the Senior Leadership and Management Teams, you will support the smooth running of our London office and work in conjunction with two other Executive Assistants in London and Birmingham.

Specifically, you will:

- Manage the CEO's diary and correspondence, drafting responses and re-directing calls
- Greet visitors to the office and provide general reception support
- Handle incoming calls and assist in the management of the general enquiries inbox
- Arrange meetings and ensure all agendas and documents are prepared
- Arrange travel and catering for meetings, take minutes and follow up on actions

About You

To join us as an Executive Assistant, you will need:

- Experience of providing administrative support in an office environment
- Experience in taking accurate minutes
- Advanced computer skills using Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and Word
- An understanding of Adobe Acrobat, including converting between formats
- At a minimum, GCSE (or equivalent) at grades A* to C (9-4), in English and Maths

Ideally, you will have experience in diary management, but this is not essential. Experience of recording credit card statements would also be beneficial.

Other organisations may call this role Assistant, EA, Personal Assistant, PA, Office Administrator, Administrator, Office Assistant, Senior Administrator, Secretary, PA to the CEO, or Receptionist.

This is a part-time role, working 21 hours per week, Wednesday – Friday.

The closing date for this role is the 10th March 2020, with interviews scheduled for the 19th and 23rd March 2020.

Webrecruit and Money Advice Trust are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

So, if you’re looking for a rewarding challenge as an Executive Assistant, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

A busy and varied PA and Project Assistant to CEO role, based in London

Client Details

An educational organisation based in London

Description

The PA and Project Assistant to CEO will be responsible for:

• Managing the CEO's projects
• Diary and inbox management of CEO
• Booking travel
• Arranging and organising meetings
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders

Profile

The PA and Project Assistant to CEO will have:

• Experience of working in a similar work
• Previous exposure to project work
• A high attention to details
• Initiative and organisational skills
• A can-do attitude

Job Offer

A salary of £45,000, plus annual leave and pension

We are looking for a Project Assistant who wants to change the world

We are seeking a temporary Project Assistant to support a range of cutting edge air quality programmes. This opportunity is for an initial 6 month contract, with potential to extend beyond this period once the 6 months is complete.

You will work alongside the Clean Air Project Officers and Programme Managers to ensure the successful delivery of projects across Global Action Plan’s Clean Air portfolio – with a focus on Clean Air Day. You will understand project impact targets across the portfolio and will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of projects, from assisting with events, supporting project systems, to information and communication gathering. 

Your main areas of delivery:

• Deliver excellent on-the-ground engagement activities/project research and support/project management support/client management support
• Manage logistics/administrative support for internal and external meetings and events
• Support project systems and reporting
• Write and disseminate project updates for key stakeholders
• Help collate communications content and data on projects to measure and communicate our success
• Provide general logistics and administrative support where required
• Support the delivery of air quality programmes across the team’s portfolio as required

Key skills and experience

We are looking for a passionate, driven and organised individual who cares about air pollution. You will have a proven track record of working on people-facing programmes and of administration. We are looking for someone with the following:

Required

• Great organisational skills and real attention to detail 
• Strong inter-personal and communication skills with flexibility to address a range of audiences both written and verbal
• Strong comprehension of sustainability and how that applies to people’s everyday realities
• Ability to self-manage and be proactive and flexible
• Confident in prioritisation and managing own workload
• Confident using and experience with Microsoft Office, in particular Excel
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Academic qualifications are not required however in the absence of these previous office-based experience is essential.

Desirable:

In addition, the following experience and skills are applicable, although not all are essential for the role:

• A strong knowledge of air quality
• Experience in stakeholder engagement
• Data analysis experience
• Strong research skills

For more information and the full job description, please see the Global Action Plan Jobs site. When applying please quote the position you are applying for in the subject line, and confirm your right to work in the UK.

Cause: Health

Role: Executive Assistant / Team Support

Location: Chancery Lane / Blackfriars

Employment Type: Temp ongoing - to start within the next week

Salary/rate: £18 per hour

Working hours: Monday - Friday 37.5 hours a week

Ref: J73340

Short description of role:

Our client, a Health Charity are currently seeking an Executive Assistant / Team Support for an ongoing assignment. You will be responsible for providing first class organisational, administrative and PA Support to the Assistant Director and the Head of as well as the team, the role is split 50/50

Main responsibilities

EA Duties

• Diary Management
• Travel arrangements
• Booking accommodation
• Coordination of meetings
• Proactive relationship with office management
• Prepare Presentations
• Support EA'S within other departments and providing cover when required

Team Duties

• Team meetings
• Support new starters
• Maintain team documentation
• Plan workshops / days away / team socials
• Provide support to functional teams

If you are interested in applying, please email your CV quoting the reference number in the subject line.

If you know someone who is interested in this role please ask them to contact me directly. Please make sure they mention your referral, as we reward recommendations with a if we find them a permanent job.

We look forward to hearing from you.

There are 2.5 million people in London who don’t have a Christian friend. No one to tell them about Jesus. London City Mission is passionate about partnering with churches to see more of the least reached people in London hear about the life-changing message of the gospel.

To help us achieve our ambitious strategy we are looking for a Communications Assistant who will provide communications and administrative support to the Communications Team to:

• Envision the church in London to reach out to the least reached communities around them, to see more people come to know Jesus and give their lives to him
• Introduce Christians and churches with a heart for the gospel and the least reached people to the work of London City Mission
• Inspire churches and individual supporters to continue to partner with us in this mission to the least reached in our city.

The Communications Assistant will:

• Support the planning, coordination, creation and delivery of communications materials and a range of activities
• Assist the others in the team to make best use of their time on a daily basis by supporting with diary and meeting management
• Provide strong administrative support to the Communications team across the range of our activities.

You’ll be a part of our friendly, professional and creative Communications team which is being refreshed to support our new strategy. You will be encouraged to bring an organised approach to your varied workload. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly-motivated self-starter to join an organisation at the heart of mission to London.

There is an Occupational Requirement that the person appointed be an evangelical Christian.

London City Mission is committed to interviewing all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a job vacancy and will consider them on their abilities.

Are you an experienced, organised individual with a proven track record of operating at a senior EA or PA level in a fast-paced environment? Then join Nesta as Executive Assistant and play a vital role in supporting our busy CEO.

About Nesta

Nesta is an innovation foundation. For us, innovation means turning bold ideas into reality and changing lives for the better. We use our expertise, skills and funding in areas where there are big challenges facing society. Nesta is based in the UK and supported by a financial endowment.  We work with partners around the globe to bring bold ideas to life to change the world for good.

About this exciting opportunity

The CEO has lots of demands on his time so you will be the one ensuring he is in the right place at the right time and that his diary, inbox and travel arrangements are managed effectively.  The role will see you working across every Nesta department and you’ll be expected to juggle numerous priorities and relationships with efficiency and discretion, all the while offering first class customer service.

What we are looking for

Used to operating at a senior Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant level in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment, you will have impeccable diary management, organisation and time management skills and the resilience and ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines. You’ll also have excellent communication skills and be able to work with integrity and discretion when dealing with confidential information.  

Nesta is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion - we welcome and encourage applications from everyone.

Closing date: 24 February 2020 at 8am

1st interviews: 26 and 27 February 2020

2nd interviews: 2 and 5 March 2020.  

Database Assistant (Fundraising)

Alzheimer's Society is the UK's leading dementia charity. We provide information and support, improve care, fund research, and create lasting change for people affected by dementia.

Position: Fundraising Database Support Assistant
Location: Flexible across England, Wales and Northern Ireland
Contract type: Full time, Permanent
Hours: 35 per week
Salary: £19,964 to £20,770 depending on skills and experience, plus London allowance of £3,600

Closing date: 27 February 2020
Interview date: TBC

About the role:

As part of the Fundraising Database Support team you will have a stimulating variety of responsibilities. You will carry out data imports into the Fundraising CRM from a wide range of sources, checking and preparing the data and running rigorous pre and post import checks to ensure accuracy; you will maintain codes and values within the CRM to support business requirements; you will deal with a constant flow of import, update and information requests from business owners. To achieve an excellent level of service you will be eager to acquire a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of the CRM and of our colleagues’ business requirements. You will thereby enable the Society to maximise our income and to provide the best possible customer experience to our supporters, volunteers and staff.

About you:

You possess the enthusiasm to learn and understand every aspect of the role; you can demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and aptitude in handling data, with an innovative and inquisitive interest in what we do, why we do it and how we could do it better. You are able to organise your own work efficiently and you are dedicated to supporting and improving your team and enabling your colleagues.

You may have experience of the following: Data Entry Officer, Database Coordinator, Charity, Charities, Not for Profit, Third Sector, DBA, CRM, Database Officer, Data Analyst, Database Administrator, Fundraising Databases, etc.