Prisoners’ Penfriends is a seeking a diligent, resourceful and dependable new Director to manage the day-to-day operation of our penfriend scheme – and to support the charity as it grows its impact and reach.

About Prisoners’ Penfriends

Prisoners’ Penfriends (PP) is a small, London-based charity that supports the wellbeing of prisoners by extending the hand of non-judgemental friendship via letters and emails. The charity makes it possible for volunteers, in the community outside prison, to write to prisoners in England and Wales – and to do so in complete safety.

PP has grown as an organisation over the past year, extending its reach across the prison estate in England and Wales. Throughout the covid-19 pandemic, with prisoners regularly spending the vast majority of their time locked in their cells, the demand and need for the charity’s scheme has grown considerably.

We are now looking for a new Director to lead the charity on its next stage of growth, to develop the in-house resources needed to run the scheme sustainably, and to establish a clearer picture of the charity’s positive impact.

The Directors duties comprise the following key areas:

Operations

• To lead the charity's paid staff and volunteers in the day-to-day running of the organisation and scheme
• To oversee recruitment and training of staff and volunteers to support the organisation, maintaining high standards of safety and accuracy
• To maintain a good understanding of the external social, political and funding environment that could impact on the charity
• To build an effective working relationship with the chair of the trustee board, including regular reporting and attendance of board meetings
• To ensure backend database, systems and the charity’s website are fully functional and up to date, liaising with PP’s IT advisor as needed
• To carry out other practical and administrative tasks as and when required by the board of trustees.

Scheme management

• To read, record and forward letters and emails between volunteer and prisoner penfriends, overseeing staff and in-office volunteers as necessary
• To keep the organisation’s records of the correspondences up to date, carrying out a monthly review of all of them
• To process volunteer and prisoner applications to join the scheme, matching individuals sensitively
• To maintain the charity’s incident-free record, ensuring no information is passed which may jeopardise the safety and security of volunteers
• To be aware of any signs indicating risk to volunteers or to prisoners, particularly from suicide or self-harm.

Governance

• To ensure the charity’s procedure and policies are up-to-date, and are effectively applied
• To ensure the organisation fulfils its legal, statutory and regulatory responsibilities
• To process records of all communications with volunteers, prisoners and those working in prisons, following PP’s administrative and data-protection procedures
• To follow all PP’s procedures, e.g. for data protection, and equal opportunities.

Finances

• To help to ensure a sustainable income for the charity, identifying opportunities for growing income and supporting or leading fundraising activities as needed
• Working with the board’s treasurer, ensure the charity’s financial transactions  and accounts are recorded in an accurate and timely manner, including Gift Aid records.

Communications and relations

• To ensure effective communications with funders, volunteers, prisoners, and those working  in prisons regarding the scheme and organizational developments. This includes regular newsletters and funder reports
• To build relationships with prison staff and government officials in order to drive use of the service, discuss a prisoner’s safety, and to further the charity's work
• To secure insights from scheme beneficiaries regarding the charity’s work
• To serve as an ambassador and spokesperson for the organisation at events and to media.

Personal qualities

• Committed to the welfare of prisoners, maximizing the scheme’s impact in mitigating loneliness and depression, and supporting rehabilitation
• Conscious of the risks involved when putting volunteers in touch with offenders, carrying the responsibility for maintaining an incident-free record for the charity throughout their work
• Conscientious and meticulous in following the charity’s procedures, and accurate when making and keeping records
• Dedicated to the charity’s work, which may occasionally involve long days visiting prisons, weekend volunteer training, and work outside of normal hours.

The successful candidate must demonstrate:

• Strong analytical and financial management skills, to manage budgets efficiently and report in a timely fashion on financial performance
• The communication and interpersonal skills to motivate and support staff and volunteers; as well as to develop effective relationships with partners, funders and scheme users
• A strong understanding of governance, in particular with regards to ensuring safety and security
• The ability to work to high standards of accuracy personally, and to ensure the work of staff and volunteers is accurate too
• Awareness of the justice sector context in which the charity operates
• The ability to advocate on behalf of the charity to a range of audiences and stakeholders
• Experience of successful bid writing and fundraising applications an advantage.

An excellent opportunity for a finance professional/bookkeeper to join the team at Norfolk's newest and thriving arts and cultural venue, in the heart of the coastal town of Wells-next-the-Sea.

We need someone to keep our financial records in top order, managing income and expenditure postings, bank reconcilliations and monthly management figures to trial balance level.

We envisage a working week of around 20 hours, with flexibility around weekly patterns of work, to fit around any external or domestic commitments. We'll need you to be in our office some of the time, but the majority could be home based, using remote access to our software systems.

You'll be contributing to the future success of our cultural charity, on a clear road to recovery after the impacts of COVID. Ideally you'd have a finance technician/AAT level 3 qualification, with at least two years' experience of bookkeeping and financial administration. Knowledge of Sage 50 would be an advantage, but knowledge of Office software, particularly Excel, is a must. 

The Brent Centre for Young People is looking for a dynamic person to join its Clinical Administration Team.

The Brent Centre for Young People is a charity based in North West London that provides psychotherapeutic treatments to young people aged 11-25 years, who suffer with emotional difficulties and mental health needs. It also has an international reputation and delivers world-leading evidence-based practices to young people across North West London. In 2018/2019, through its In-house and Outreach Services, the Centre helped over 600 young people to be healthier and better prepared for adulthood.

As the Brent Centre is now expanding its services to the City of Westminster, and creating a Partnership Child and Adolescent Clinic with the Institute of Psychoanalysis, the job holder will be based at two locations, London W9 & NW6.

The suitable candidate will have at least two years’ experience of clinical and/or general administration and reception duties. This individual would be committed, enthusiastic, confident in Information Technology, able to maintain a client database, a good team worker with good client focus skills, reliable, adaptable and flexible, able to work up to 8:30 pm., excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills, to produce work of a high standard, demonstrate a high level of professionalism and confidentiality, and be able to manage own work to meet deadlines. The post requires sensitivity to the needs of young people with emotional difficulties and the nature of therapeutic work. Experience with young people or with mental health is advantageous. 

The candidate will have excellent skills, when carrying out duties of the post.

Closing date: Monday 4th October 2021

Interviews: Week starting 11th October 2021

Shortlisted candidates will be required to take a 30-minute test

The South London Gallery (SLG) is a locally, nationally and internationally recognized centre for contemporary art with an acclaimed and award-winning education programme. Founded in 1891 as a purpose-built gallery, the original site has expanded to include the Clore Studio, a flat for artists in residence, and a café (since 2010); an artist-designed garden (opened in 2016); the Fire Station (opened in 2018); and Art Block, a space for local children and families on Sceaux Gardens estate.  

Since its first expansion in 2010, the gallery has grown from welcoming 25,000 visits per year to over 150,000. The SLG is embedded in the local community with a programme that reflects art practices today, supports artists and commissions new work.   

The SLG is seeking an HR and Administration Manager to work closely with the Deputy Director. The post holder will provide HR support across the senior management team and the gallery’s line managers, providing high quality, objective and robust generalist support to ensure the SLG attracts, develops and retains great people. There will be the opportunity to work on key projects such as our health and well-being strategy and embedding our new HR technology as well as work with the Deputy Director on wider administration and policy projects. 

This is a true HR generalist role spanning all elements of the people agenda working in areas including recruitment, employee relations, coaching, training and development and employee engagement. The post-holder will lead on the ongoing development, delivery and review of the HR aspects of our diversity and inclusion policy and action plan. 

This is a new post at the SLG. While it is a stand-alone HR role the post-holder will work closely with the Deputy Director and be supported by an external HR Consultant. 

For more information and details of how to apply at the SLG website.

If you are an experienced HR Administrator with a passion for recruitment, Royal Trinity Hospice has a role that will enable you to to develop your HR skills in a meaningful, supportive environment.

As the oldest hospice in the UK, we provide compassionate end of life care and support to patients and their families across seven London boroughs. As HR Administrator, you will be helping us ensure our staff are well taken care of. The roles you will help us recruit for are varied and interesting, from retail managers to therapists and nursing staff.

Skills and experience

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Previous experience of end to end recruitment, including on-boarding 
• Excellent attention to detail and administrative accuracy
• Confident user of MS Office
• Ability to prioritise conflicting demands

Benefits of working at Trinity

• A generous 27 days annual leave increasing to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years, plus bank holidays 
• Group personal pension scheme
• Non-contributory life assurance scheme
• Store discount
• Cycle to work scheme

How to apply

If you have the skills and experience we’re looking for, click on the 'apply on website' button. You find more information there including the job description and person specification. 

Yellow Submarine is an award winning charity, supporting people with additional needs and their families. Search ‘Yellow Submarine Charity’ online to learn more. We have an opportunity for a new team member to join us to work within our office as an administrator. If you want the opportunity to join a small but friendly team where you’ll get to see the impact of the charity’s work first-hand, this is the job for you. This role will involve providing comprehensive administrative support across the charity, the successful applicant requires exceptional organisational ability, as well as a willingness to support colleagues and get involved. 

The role will provide comprehensive administrative support across the charity, the successful applicant requires exceptional organisational ability and a willingness to support and get involved. They must be flexible, have the ability to solve issues whilst being responsive to the needs of the organisation and the needs of our members. They must also help ensure the smooth running of the office and work with colleagues across the organisation. 

Examinations Content Administrator – Part-time, 4 days per week - £22,400 per annum (pro-rata) – Permanent – Central London with flexible working

The RCR is a great place to work. At the forefront of the health agenda, our members diagnose and treat cancer, heart disease, stroke and more, whilst leading on innovations including AI, skills mix and community diagnostic hubs. As Covid recedes and the cancer backlog rises up the agenda, our members’ work and views have never been more important.

We are looking for an individual with experience of digital image manipulation to join our Examinations Team as an Examinations Content Administrator. The successful candidate will support all the RCR’s FRCR examinations, working with Examinations Content Coordinators to ensure accurate, high-quality material exists in our content banks.

FRCR examinations comprise DICOM image-based content and written (e.g. multiple-choice) questions. The Examinations Content Administrator will edit and enhance images and support the operational delivery of image-based examinations to candidates, as well as incorporate working with a written question bank – entering, categorising and editing written questions. All content ultimately forms part of the radiology and oncology trainees assessment journey. This is a varied role which supports the integrity of exams and would suit someone with a keen eye for detail and the ability to work within different technical platforms. 

We are looking for someone who is able to learn, adopt and apply agreed detailed processes and protocols, ensuring the examinations content meets the required standards. You will need to be a self-starter, able to prioritise your own work whilst working collaboratively with colleagues and examiners in a support capacity.

If this sounds like the opportunity for you then please see the RCR website for more information on the role, the RCR and for instructions on how to apply.

The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 26 September 2021. First stage interviews will take place on Friday 1 October 2021 with final stage interviews scheduled for Tuesday 5 October 2021.

Job Title: Director of Finance and Resources

Hours: Full-time / permanent

Salary: £50-55K depending on experience

Location: Flexible / home-based with regular travel to one/both centres

We are working in partnership with Canine Partners, who transform the lives of people with physical disabilities by partnering them with assistance dogs.  Their amazing dogs bring a greater independence and quality of life to their partners, offering security, companionship, and practical help with everyday household tasks, as well as increasing confidence, social interaction and self-esteem.

The organisation is now seeking a Director of Finance and Resources to join the senior leadership team.  The role will be responsible for providing professional strategic financial direction across the organisation and for exercising effective leadership of the Finance and Resources team.

The successful candidate will need to be a fully qualified accountant and demonstrate the following:

• At least 5 years relevant senior financial experience in financial and management accounting, strategic plan execution, and best practice delivery
• A proven people leader able to influence, inspire, collaborate and motivate
• A successful track record of achievement in supporting strategic plans and objectives through sound financial management
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills to deliver a complex range of conflicting demands across the areas of Finance, IT and Facilities
• Good knowledge of charity law and reporting, charity governance and the latest charity accounting regulations and standards

You will be a collaborative and co-operative leader, with excellent people management skills and experience of leading capable and organised teams who are used to working to tight schedules.  If you feel you have the values and skills to succeed in this role, we very much look forward to hearing from you.

For more information, please contact Adam Stacey, Executive Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment.  Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.

Closing date for applications:  14 October 2021

Interview date:  w/c 25 October

Due to expansion, we have an opening in our Support Services team as a full time Administrator. As with all organisations, administration is a key role in Early Break. You would be joining a busy, competent, friendly team of 4. We are looking for someone with previous administration experience; someone who is competent in Microsoft Office. We are a young people and family charity that deal with many complex issues such as sexual health, substance misuse and emotional health and wellbeing. With that in mind, the ideal candidate has a professional manner, but also someone that is warm and empathic. The ideal person will:

• Have experience of front-line office work
• Be empathetic in your manner with those who contact the service
• Be able to work on your own initiative and with integrity in your work
• Understand confidentiality and GDPR in relation to sensitive information
• Work at pace with your team ensuring smooth internal systems are in place to support our frontline workers
• Have an excellent understanding of filing and digital systems typical to office work
• You will be accountable for your decision making and communicate your activity

As a worker you will be customer focussed in your practice, you will be a reflective person who engages in the opportunities to build on your practice that this role offers. You are someone who is organised in your administration skills and understanding of how a charity operates. You will have an excellent telephone manner and demonstrate initiative and attention to detail in completing tasks.  

As the first recruitment agency in the UK to become a certified B Corp, Prospectus is a recruitment agency with a difference. Working in the not for profit sector, we believe our clients change the world for individuals, communities and society. For over 60 years we have been working across the UK and internationally to connect talented people with not for profit organisations.

Prospectus is committed to being a diverse and inclusive place of work and welcomes applications from all backgrounds, particularly under-represented groups within our organisation including people of colour and people with disabilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we commit to interviewing all candidates with a disability who meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Administrator, Prospectus Executive Search

£25,000 per annum

Covent Garden, London

Permanent/Full time

Flexible, hybrid and home based working arrangements will be considered.

Our Executive Search Practice appoints excellent candidates into Chief Executive and Director level roles and we're looking for a new Administrator to join us. Using your outstanding administration skills, you will support the team by providing a comprehensive and efficient administration service to a team of consultants. This includes scheduling meetings and interviews, ensuring good data management and delivering outstanding customer service internally and externally.

The successful candidate will thrive working in a busy role, have excellent verbal and written communication skills, high attention to detail and be able to adapt quickly to changing demands.

To apply, please submit a copy of your CV; cover letters are not required at this stage.

If you would like to inform us of a disability please either do so within your CV or add a brief attachment to your application.

A full job description will be provided to candidates short-listed by Prospectus.

Prospectus is a successful, fast paced and values driven recruitment business. We work exclusively with the most interesting and impactful beyond profit organisations including charities, social enterprises, universities and arts organisations.

In return we offer a vibrant and friendly place to work, and the chance to make a direct impact on civil society.

Application is by CV and one page supporting statement. This statement should outline why you are interested in the role and why you are a suitable candidate for it.

At Prospectus, we are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. We value diversity, promote equality, and challenge discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

We are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities for this role.

Exciting opportunity for a Director of Operations.

We are seeking a dynamic individual for the unique role of Director of Operations to join our team at Wild Futures in Cornwall, UK.

This position will oversee a small sanctuary team including the Site Manager, Supporter Relations and Office Manager, Primate Care Team Manager and will report to the Board of Trustees.

 The Director of Operations will be instrumental, in conjunction with the Trustees, in formulating and implementing the strategic plan for Wild Futures. Accountable for the leadership, organisation administration including resources and financial management required to deliver the plan.

 They will be a lead member of the Finance Group and will act as the main point of communication between the trustees, the employees and the public.

The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate a commitment to the mission and vision of Wild Futures. They will need to be motivational, positive and drive delivery of strategic and operational goals.

 Salary: from £30,000 dependent on experience

Requirements

ESSENTIAL

At least undergraduate degree in an appropriate discipline.

Leadership experience

Experience of managing people and resources

Passion for animal welfare and conservation

DESIRABLE

Experience managing animal sanctuary or similar organisation

Primate experience with a good working primate knowledge

Experience working in tourism sector

Post graduate qualifications in primatology

Managing finances

Appointment is full-time, five (5) days a week with some weekend work applicable and will primarily be based at the Wild Futures Sanctuary.

How to apply

Interested parties please forward your cover letter (stating the applied position) and CV to Rachel Hevesi

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Personal data collected will be treated in strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purpose.

Closing date: 15th October 2021

Wild Futures is a registered primate welfare and conservation charity rescuing, campaigning, educating and providing sanctuary to primates in need. We also support projects overseas, working to protect primates and habitats worldwide.

Wild Futures registered charity no. 1102532

Who we are: 

The Humane League UK is a charity ending the abuse of animals raised for food by influencing the policies of the world's biggest companies, demanding legislation, and empowering others to take action. We're a mission-driven, energetic team focussed on problem-solving and effective teamwork, and have grown significantly over the last few years. Thanks to our targeted approach, our effectiveness in reducing animal suffering and our efficient use of donations, The Humane League has been named Top Charity by the independent evaluator Animal Charity Evaluators for every rating period. 

The Humane League is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment and being an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer, demonstrating our commitment to recruiting, retaining, and supporting disabled people and people with health conditions, based on their skills and talent. 

In compliance with laws and in furtherance of our commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, all applicants will receive unbiased consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, neurodiversity, age, or veteran status.

You can read more about how The Humane League UK is working on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion by clicking the Apply button and following the link in the job description.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding accessibility, please contact us via our website and we will be happy to discuss via email or telephone reasonable adjustments that you may require throughout the process.

We are seeking a tenacious and strategically-minded individual to lead our growing organisation. 

This is a permanent, full-time position (37.5 hours per week).

If you would like to learn more about the Managing Director role, please contact us via our website and we can send you a recording of our recent webinar.

Who you are:

Responsible for the overall vision and mission of THL UK, the successful candidate will be passionate and knowledgeable about our mission of ending the abuse of animals raised for food, in order to strategically lead our programs. Experience in corporate campaigning and/or political campaigning is highly desirable.

About you:

• You have a strong ability to conceptualise strategic initiatives to further THL UK’s mission, making sure our day-to-day activities support those initiatives. 

• You're a natural problem-solver with the ability to deal with the present while foreseeing and addressing future issues.

• You're a confident spokesperson and advocate of THL’s mission. 

• You appreciate the value of inclusivity, and prioritising equity and a healthy working culture, leading this from the top.

• You're well-organised and efficient, and can multitask effectively. 

• You're a strong strategic decision-maker and an informed opinion leader.

• You're a great listener, and this informs your decision-making.

• You're able to foster close collaborative relationships with other animal protection groups.

• You can work independently and as a member of a team in a fast-paced environment. 

Primary Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Chairperson of the Board, the Managing Director oversees a number of areas:

Leadership:

• Collaborates with the board of trustees (BOT) and Chairperson of the Board and the Leadership Team to create actionable goals for the team and creates clear, ambitious plans for achieving those goals. Working with the Leadership Team and the BOT set the annual budget and forecast fundraising priorities for the future.

• Acts as a public face of the organisation in the UK through speaking events, the media and through THL publications.

• Build and strengthen collaborative relationships with other animal protection groups.

• Fosters a culture of equity and inclusiveness.

Program Management:

• Oversees the program work in the UK (and other relevant EU programs). This will also involve working closely with the Open Wing Alliance and THL US’ Executive team.

• Provide the board with regular updates on program advancement at board meetings, which are held every quarter.

Development and Financial Management:

• Works with the Chairperson of the Board and Head of Development to plan and fundraise for expansion in the UK through major donor meetings. This will include providing regular updates and communications to donors who have offered earmarked support for UK expansion.

• Work with staff and the BOT to prepare a comprehensive budget (currently £1.1 million and likely to grow to over £2 million in the next 2 years).

• Manage charity documents and ensure filing in a timely manner.

• Maintain charitable status, ensuring all charity laws are followed.

• Approve expenditures within the authority delegated by the BOT.

HR Management:

• Supports the recruitment and interview process for new hires in the UK in collaboration with the Operations department.

• Leads and supports the application and implementation of new policies and procedures.

Risk Management:

• Works with the Operations department, Leadership Team and pro-bono outside counsel to reduce risks created by our programs.

• Ensures scientific credibility.

Personnel Management:

• Manages and leads the team to achieve agreed objectives and to encourage the professional development of individual team members. 

• Sets/clarifies job expectations and provides regular feedback & guidance.

• Supports teams in the development of their campaigning strategies.

• Manages Time Off requests from direct line managed staff.

• Signs off expenses of direct line managed staff.

Key Competencies:

Leadership: Has a clear, strategic vision for the department and rallies the team toward realising that vision. Balances and coordinates the interests of the team and other departments. Leads with integrity and mutual respect, and inspires trust and confidence with a wide range of people representing various backgrounds and levels of experience. Believes firmly in promoting a healthy work culture, leading by example and prioritises equity and inclusion.

Thought Leadership: An informed opinion leader on the mission of THL and outcomes we’re seeking. You are the go to person for animal welfare and what our work means in the context of reducing suffering.

Strategic Thinking: Looks at consequences, implications, interdependencies, and indirect effects, all in both the short and longer term. Looks beyond the immediate goal or issue and with the greater context, not just the content of the moment. Is able to think and act creatively in difficult situations.

Management: Builds a team of high-performing staff members, appropriately structures jobs so that staff members can succeed, develops and motivates staff members, and acts from the perspective of an organisational leader that empowers their team.

Tenacity: The ability to display confidence and relentlessness, especially when faced with confrontational or particularly difficult situations and interactions.

Decision making: An active listener with the ability to critically think and evaluate. Making key decisions when needed and in collaboration with others. You can make quick and calculated thinking and decision-making in both high-pressure situations and broader strategy discussions.

Problem solver: Identifies issues, effectively structures problems, analyses information to produce insights and generates wise, actionable recommendations. A forward-looking thinker who anticipates the needs of the organisation and board.

Good to know:

Our employees all work remotely but still enjoy a supportive, collaborative environment. You will have access to a workplace pension, 25 days leave plus Public Holidays, flexible working hours, internet reimbursement, our Employee Assistance Programme, and family-friendly policies. Professional learning and development is actively encouraged.

At The Humane League, animal welfare is at the forefront of our everyday work and as such, many of our employees are vegan by personal choice. All of our events and workshops offer only plant-based meals.

We are looking to speak to a wide range of candidates with diverse backgrounds - #NonGraduatesWelcome

For our salaries to be fair, transparent and equitable we want to provide a system that delivers a competitive salary in the market and could eliminate potential biases in compensation (such as the gender pay gap). For more information about the Managing Director salary structure and The Humane League UK's benchmarking algorithm please see the additional documents attached to this job advert.

All applicants need to be:

1. Fluent in written and spoken English.

2. Live and have the right to work in the UK (we are unable to consider applications from those without the right to work in the UK)

3. Committed to our mission to end the abuse of animals raised for food.

Closing date: 19th September 2021

For full details of our recruitment process please see additional documents attached to this job advert.

If you would like to see a large print version of this information please click the Apply button and follow the link in the job description text.

Who we are: 

The Humane League UK is a charity ending the abuse of animals raised for food by influencing the policies of the world's biggest companies, demanding legislation, and empowering others to take action. We're a mission-driven, energetic team focused on problem-solving and effective teamwork, and have grown significantly over the last few years. Thanks to our targeted approach, our effectiveness in reducing animal suffering and our efficient use of donations, The Humane League has been named Top Charity by the independent evaluator Animal Charity Evaluators for every rating period.

The Humane League is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment and being an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer, demonstrating our commitment to recruiting, retaining, and supporting disabled people and people with health conditions, based on their skills and talent. 

In compliance with laws and in furtherance of our commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, all applicants will receive unbiased consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, neurodiversity, age, or veteran status.

You can read more about how The Humane League UK is working on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion on our website.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding accessibility, please contact us via our website and we will be happy to discuss via email or telephone reasonable adjustments that you may require throughout the process.

We are seeking a self-motivated, well organised, collaborative individual with the drive to create progressive change for millions of farmed animals. 

This is a permanent, full-time position (37.5 hours per week) with flexible working hours from time to time to facilitate activist calls and events. 

If you would like to learn more about the Organising Administrator role, you can watch the recording of our recent webinar by clicking the Apply button and following the link.

Who you are:

As our Organising Administrator you will be part of a small, high-impact team specialising in organising our volunteers and grassroots activities to achieve change for farmed animals.

Reporting to the Organising Manager and part of the Campaigns department, the role involves providing key administrative support to our volunteer network. Providing ongoing logistical support to facilitate grassroots activities, and supporting our campaigns team from behind the scenes, you will ensure our volunteers have everything they need to be fully engaged in their role.  The role will also involve working closely with our fundraising department to further the reach of our peer to peer fundraising.

You are passionate about The Humane League’s mission of ending the abuse of animals raised for food. While working with autonomy is an important part of your role, strong collaboration and communication skills are paramount to your success. You will have the ability to work independently and as a member of a team in a fast paced environment and be able to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively and efficiently.

Primary Duties:

• Manage our CRM platform, ensuring volunteer information is accurate and kept up to date, communicating with volunteers as needed

• Be the go to person for any new volunteer enquiries, providing guidance and pointing them in the right direction

• Communicate with the volunteer community on a regular basis via email, Slack and phone, collecting information and checking in with tasks and projects as required

• Manage the logistics of the volunteer training journey ensuring all new volunteers complete the appropriate onboarding pathway via the CRM 

• Provide administrative support for volunteers fundraising on behalf of THL. Fielding initial enquiries, sign-posting to relevant policies and providing materials as needed 

• Collaborate across the Campaigns Department to ensure the administrative needs of the team are met

• Support the delivery of virtual events for the national volunteer community

• Organise in person events, including developing, ordering and distributing the required materials and supporting our volunteers with any logistical requirements 

In addition

• Attending conferences, events, protests and actions.

• Participating in team meetings including note-taking and facilitation. 

• Attending in-person workshops several times a year.

• Perform any other duties assigned by the Organising Manager.

Key competencies

Organised: You are a forward-thinker who works on your own initiative, meeting objectives and tight deadlines under pressure.

Communication: Comfortable communicating over a wide variety of platforms, you are able to effectively engage our volunteers and simply and effectively communicate what is required.

Multi-tasking: Managing several tasks at once, and working across the Campaigns Department, you are comfortable multi-tasking to achieve desired outcomes.

Team player: You value the benefits of teamwork, making your contribution confidently within the team. You are comfortable working with staff from different teams.

Interpersonal skills: You have a friendly and welcoming demeanour and communicate our message well to supporters. Your emotional intelligence enables you to provide support as needed, forming positive relationships with our volunteers and supporters with ease.

Good to know:

Our employees all work remotely but still enjoy a supportive, collaborative environment. You will have access to a work place pension, 25 days leave plus Public Holidays, flexible working hours, internet reimbursement, our Employee Assistance Programme, and family friendly policies. Professional learning and development is actively encouraged.

At The Humane League, animal welfare is at the forefront of our everyday work and as such, many of our employees are vegan by personal choice. All of our events and workshops offer only plant-based meals. 

We are looking to speak to a wide range of candidates with diverse backgrounds - #NonGraduatesWelcome

For our salaries to be fair, transparent, and equitable we want to provide a system that delivers a competitive salary in the market and could eliminate potential biases in compensation (such as the gender pay gap). For more information about the Organising Administrator salary structure and The Humane League UK's benchmarking algorithm please see the additional documents attached to this job advert.

All applicants need to be:

1. Fluent in written and spoken English

2. Live and have the right to work in the UK (we are unable to consider applications from those without the right to work in the UK) 

3. Committed to our mission to end the abuse of animals raised for food 

Closing date: 26th September 2021 

You will hear from us after the application closing date passes. Once your application has been received and reviewed and we want to take it forward, our thorough interview process will follow this route.

• Skills Test (completed remotely)

• Screening interview (via audio call) 

• Second Interview (via video call)

• Final Interview (via video call)

For full details of our recruitment process please see the additional documents attached to this job advert.

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The Charity is looking to appoint a Director to oversee the next stage in the charity’s development.  With the current interim Director now moving on, this is an opportunity for a dynamic, committed and experienced individual to join the charity and shape and deepen our work and impact in the Borough of Hackney.

Founded 25 years ago, Hackney Night Shelter provides routes out of homelessness for people in need in Hackney by working with the community to provide warmth and shelter to homeless guests and to support them in rebuilding their lives. 

During the Covid-19 pandemic, the charity has successfully moved away from a roving night shelter model to a static building-based model in the Borough (one female only shelter and one mixed gender shelter). Formerly known as Hackney Winter Night Shelter, the charity is now a year round service supported by a small dedicated staff team and over 250 volunteers.

Specifically, you will:

• Work with the Board of Trustees to realise HNS strategic objectives, demonstrate impact and deliver real value to the sector
• Spearhead the search and secure a new long term shelter venue by June 2022
• Be responsible for ensuring effective operational delivery through management of a small team of staff and volunteer resources
• Oversee organisational fundraising (trusts, foundations and statutory funding focus) and donation management
• Sustain and build strong strategic and working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders (council members and officers, funders, supporters, faith and community leaders, and the local business community)

In order to be considered for this role you will have previous senior management experience in the Charity sector and experience of working with vulnerable adults (ideally, but not necessarily within the homeless sector). You will have a strong knowledge of charity governance, excellent interpersonal skills, and experience of trusts/foundations fundraising.

The shelters are operational, and this is a client facing role, so while there is some flexibility for the successful candidate to work from home occasionally (up to 2 days per week), this role is predominantly hands on.

How to apply:

Hackney Doorways is committed to equality and diversity, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds but particularly from those who have lived experience of homelessness.

Interested applicants are encouraged to visit our webiste. Please submit a CV and a maximum two-page covering letter explaining:

- Your interest in applying for the role, and

- Your relevant experience as per person specification outlined above

Closing date 4th October 2021, first round interviews w/c 11th October 2021.

Hackney Doorways is a Registered Charity No.1139183

A company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales No. 07064774