Established in 1876, Mothers’ Union is a Christian organisation that has been supporting families for over 140 years. They have over 4 million members worldwide, 55,000 of whom in Britain and Ireland. As a Christian charity, we aim to demonstrate faith in action through the transformation of communities worldwide. Our members work at grassroots level around the world bringing hope and practical support to at least a million people every year through our programmes and as part of the volunteer base of local churches.

The Fundraising & Communications Team & Role Purpose

The Fundraising & Communications Team is responsible for fundraising for the charitable work of Mothers’ Union and for communicating our work internally and externally in various formats and media platforms, resourcing dioceses and building membership. It has two areas of responsibility:

• Fundraising – community, individual giving and trusts and statutory funding.
• Communications – print and social media.

The Communications Officer will support the Head of Fundraising and Communications to deliver clear and consistent communications that will raise awareness, drive membership growth and facilitate fundraising across the Mothers’ Union movement. Faith is at the core of all that Mothers’ Union does. The post holder will be contribute to our faith discussions, write and review faith based resources. For this reason the post holder must be comfortable operating in a Christian environment.

MAIN DUTIES OF THE ROLE

Communications

1. Proactively create and deliver high quality, inspiring multi-channel content (including, but not limited to, members magazine, email marketing, social media, campaigns and website) to engage key stakeholders and attract new followers to our cause.
2. Co-ordinate the production of our bi-annual member’s magazine; leading editorial meetings, writing articles, conducting interviews, managing externals and overseeing timelines through to print and despatch
3. Work with the Head of Fundraising and Communications to develop and disseminate briefings, and positioning statements.
4. To refresh and oversee the maintenance of the organisation’s case study database working with colleagues to identify opportunities to cultivate new profiles in line with key messages and organisation priorities.
5. Work in collaboration with colleagues in the Fundraising and Communications team to build and maintain a database of key statistics and latest research for use in communications and PR output.
6. Work alongside the Communications and Digital Marketing Officer to ensure we are sharing compelling and quality content across the Movement.
7. Increase the organisation’s profile through media engagement, monitor press coverage and identify news and parliamentary agendas which would benefit from the organisation’s perspective or commentary.
8. Develop and enhance a strong network of media contacts and journalists, ensuring contacts are kept up-to date in a central database.
9. Work alongside the Head of Fundraising and Communications to respond to requests from the press for comments, views and supporting information, and maximise opportunities for further engagement on relevant topics.
10. In partnership with the Communications and Digital Marketing Officer develop an ongoing programme to engage and nurture High profile/celebrity supporters and influencers who can help raise our public profile through the on line and print media.
11. Proactively seek opportunities and generate ideas and content to achieve positive national media coverage in print, online, and broadcast media.
12. Measure and evaluate performance of media engagement, generating actionable reports which inform future activity and demonstrate impact to colleagues.

General

1. Provide copywriting and editing support across all internal and external communications to maintain consistent tone, style and messaging across all outputs and act as a ‘brand guardian’ together with colleagues in the communications team.
2. Refine and manage the charity’s content calendar.
3. Take part in the charity’s out-of-office media enquiries and social media rota as required.
4. Undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required by the employer.

KEY COMPETENCIES

Knowledge

1. Knowledge of current communication and marketing trends in the voluntary sector.
2. Knowledge of the faith sector in the UK (particularly the Anglican Communion).
3. Knowledge of the contribution that faith and non-faith charities can have in achieving sustainable development goals.

Skills

1. Excellent verbal and written skills in order to communicate with a wide range of audiences.
2. Ability to proof read and edit clearly and accurately.
3. Ability to take complex copy; and clearly and concisely identify and summarise key points allowing you to present a balanced argument.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills, confident to engage and interview a wide range of stakeholders.
5. Ability to set up systems and then monitor the impact of our communications work on and off line.
6. Excellent time management skills and ability to respond quickly and accurately to deadlines.
7. Developing a pool of high profile/celebrity supporters to support both communications and fundraising activity.
8. Highly developed project management skills with a strong attention to detail and deadlines.

Experience

1. At least 2 years’ experience of planning and delivering a range of communication activities including, but not limited to, publications, campaigns and digital media initiatives.
2. Demonstrable experience of working with and writing for digital media platforms.
3. Creating a database and network of key journalists and influencers that reaches outside the existing charities pool of influence.
4. Experience in managing communications contractors to deliver high quality publications to fixed deadlines.

Qualifications

1. Educated to degree level and/or equivalent experience in Communications, Digital marketing, media or journalism.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in this position, please submit your CV and a cover letter clealry showing how your experince matches the role by clicking on the "Apply" button.

RedbridgeCVS is a well-established and highly regarded membership organisation supporting the local voluntary, community and social enterprise sector. We are a small, friendly team based in central Ilford just 20 minutes by train from Liverpool Street station.

We are seeking a skilled and highly motivated Health Promotion Programme Support Officer to join our Health and Wellbeing team.

The Health Promotion Programme Support Officer will assist the effective delivery of health promotion programmes on topics such as Tuberculosis, HIV, COVID-19 in Redbridge and neighbouring boroughs. The post-holder will provide practical and administrative support the Health Promotion Programme Coordinator and Health and Wellbeing Buddies.

We are looking for someone who is highly organised with excellent attention to detail, and have the ability to clearly communicate with internal team members as well as with a wide range of external stakeholders.

The closing date for applications is midnight on the 15th of October 2020.

Please go to our website to download the job pack and return the completed application form via email.

Interviews are expected to take place on the 22nd of October 2020.

About Turn2us

Turn2us is a national charity that helps people through times of financial crisis, often caused by life changing situations like a bereavement or illness. At Turn2us, we know that often it’s an unexpected event that can have the biggest impact on your life and working out where to get help can be very difficult. In a time of change or crisis, you need to know where you stand. That’s where we come in.

We support people through our grant giving service, website, helpline, and also by providing training workshops to our partners so they can provide face-to-face advice using our online tools.

During the Coronavirus pandemic Turn2us has been in the forefront of supporting people in our communities and we know that in the coming months the need for support is only going to grow. This is an exciting time to join a busy and dynamic team and being a part of the rebuilding our communities in these difficult times.

The role

We are looking for an energetic and talented person to join our busy and dynamic fundraising team as Supporter Relationship Officer.

You will manage day to day relationships with our supporters. Working closely with colleagues you will deliver and developed supporter journeys and manage successful fundraising campaigns across direct mail, online, community and legacy giving.

This is a key role within the team as it will also provide excellent donor care through the accurate recording and processing of donations and personalised communications with donors.

You will be a self-motivated and passionate individual who is determined to make a difference to the lives of people in financial need.
 
This is a full-time and permanent position and, in addition to the above salary, Turn2us also offers a competitive benefits package.

Role description:

About Us

‘Nicodemus’ is a Christian Charity that bridges the gap; rescuing and restoring young people. Some may have once been sponsored or supported by other agencies, but have now found themselves living back on the streets while others have become impoverished and face difficulty due to the generational cycles of poverty. Helping them to rebuild their lives by empowering and equipping these same young people as community leaders transforming and rebuilding their communities, promoting community development, sustainability and leaving a lasting legacy of positive world change...

This is an exciting opportunity for someone to build a career in fundraising and to make a huge impact on the lives of marginalised young people, as well as the growth of an amazing charity. We are looking for a Fundraising Administrator to enhance our sustainable income generation. The post holder would be expected to work from the office or from home during COVID as agreed. They will need to attend regular meetings and participate in discussions with colleagues in the office. This is a new role as part of our future investment in fundraising. This investment will enhance our strategic and operational ambitions in line with our three-year plan.

Reporting ultimately to the Operations Manager you will be responsible for supporting with the development of our trust fundraising capability; that will include but not be limited to, investigating, researching and constructing applications for new funding. You must possess excellent communication skills, to ensure we demonstrate a strong case for support.

To be successful in this role, you will have experience and excellent capabilities in writing and undertaking research, with the ability to present information concisely to a wide range of audiences. You will have good communication and relationship development skills and will be capable of working with a small, yet, dynamic team that are used to taking both initiative and responsibility. 

During the first 6 - 12 months, the successful candidate will be expected to establish themselves in the new role and some early income generation will be anticipated from established strategies and contacts.

Post this establishment period, an annual fundraising target will be proposed and agreed with the Trustees. Fundraising Administrator is a key member of the Charity with responsibility for developing and delivering our fundraising strategies.

In particular, the post holder will take overall responsibility for:

• Self-motivated fundraising, achieving financial target on an exponential programme.
• Planning, delivering and supporting to develop the fundraising functions.
• Promoting effective collaborative team working and a culture of professionalism, learning and development.

The post starts at £18,000 per annum, with the opportunity to progress to Trust and Statutory Fundraiser, after six months earning £21,000 per annum. 

Policy and Engagement Officer

Central London • £26,000 - £29,000 + Benefits

The Microbiology Society is a membership charity for scientists interested in microbes, their effects and their practical uses. It is one of the largest microbiology societies in Europe with a worldwide membership based in universities, industry, hospitals, research institutes and schools

The postholder will contribute to and support the Policy and Engagement Manager in the delivery of all of Council’s strategic objectives and particularly in relation to advancing the understanding of microbiology and championing the contribution made by microbiology, our members and their work in addressing global challenges.

We are interested in someone who has research analytical skills and has the ability to analyse, interpret and summarise complex information.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing date: 4th October 2020

Please send a CV and covering letter via the link below.

It is important that you DO NOT include your Personal Information i.e. name and contact details in your CV or Cover Letter.

This is because the Society is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies to support staff from different backgrounds.

The Society also takes the security of your data seriously. It has internal policies and controls in place to ensure that your data is not lost, accidentally destroyed, misused or disclosed, and is not accessed except by our employees in the proper performance of their duties.

Please note that due to limited resources it is not possible for the Society to acknowledge receipt of applications. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

“We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United Kingdom. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.”

Job Title:Adult Engagement and Wellbeing Coordinator

Department:England Support Service Team 

Reports to:Health Development Manager 

Salary:up to £28,500 pro rata (dependent on experience) 

Hours:28 hours (over 4 or 5 days)

Location:Home based with travel throughout England, and occasional travel to Wales and Northern Ireland 

Purpose of Job 

To deliver a high quality wellbeing and engagement service to individuals with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus through Shine membership, focussing on our adult members. 

To empower and enable members living with the conditions to lead healthy and happy lives through greater independence, better condition management and by creating links to the Shine community across England, Wales and Northern Ireland 

Core role 

Working with our various service teams across England, Wales and Northern Ireland to lead our offer to adult members with Spina Bifida and/or Hydrocephalus by delivering and/or co-ordinating: 

• The delivery of group activities, events and sessions (virtual and/or face to face) to combat loneliness, promote wellbeing and good physical health maintenance routines. 

• Our engagement and communication with adult members through social media, email, phone and post to create/promote positive peer support groups and regular positive discussion. 

• The provision of advice, support and guidance to enable our adult members to access the right NHS services to improve their health and well-being, and to better co-ordinate their care and independence. This will include attending specialist clinics to engage with them (where they exist and are running). 

• The referral of individual members and/or their families/carers to the most appropriate source of expertise and support in Shine’s Health team, Benefits team and other designated specialists within the organisation, or signpost to external agencies as appropriate. 

• The participation of adult members in surveys and co-production to inform our delivery and ensure that our health and wellbeing offer is evidence-led

• Opportunities to recruit and work with Shine volunteers. 

• The provision of information for professionals working with individuals and families affected by Spina Bifida and/or Hydrocephalus. 

• To take available opportunities where possible to raise greater awareness of Spina Bifida and/or Hydrocephalus amongst professionals, external organisations and the general public through presentations, training and attendance at professional events. 

• The active promotion of membership of Shine to people with the relevant conditions. 

• Clear and accurate record keeping for monitoring and evaluation using our Charity Log System 

•  Work with service, fundraising, marketing, trust and grants colleagues and Shine’s membership to identify and seize potential fundraising opportunities for long-term sustainability of the work. 

• The creation and sharing of an up to date directory of relevant contacts, 

• To undertake administrative duties as required of the role. 

Any other duties in line with the job role. 

Core criteria - essential 

• Ability to travel across the designated areas 

• Flexible working hours, this may include some weekends and overnight stays 

• Ability to work from home 

• The ability to be motivated and work on your own initiative with lone working from home, whilst also travelling across the area to be part of the wider dispersed team. 

• Full Enhanced DBS checks will be completed 

Experience and qualifications – essential 

• Hold a registered qualification in a health (including mental health), nursing, social care or disability related field 

• Experience of working with disabled adults 

• At least two years’ recent experience of delivering support and advice on one or more of the following: 

Health and wellbeing; independence; finance and benefits; social care, developing friendships and social skills; reducing isolation 

• Experience of developing and delivering opportunities to enable and empower people with disabilities to achieve their goals towards independence. 

Knowledge, skills and abilities – essential 

• Understanding of spina bifida and hydrocephalus and of the issues and challenges faced by people living with these conditions 

• Ability to work with people individually and facilitate group activities/events 

• Excellent communication skills, verbally and written with a good working knowledge of digital communication, social media posting and messaging 

• IT literate with a good knowledge of computer systems and programmes (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and use of databases 

• A non-judgemental approach to working with people 

Knowledge, skills and abilities – desirable 

• A good understanding of the role peer support plays in enhancing services and support to members 

• A good understanding of how to use social media and its effectiveness in reducing social isolation

If you want the opportunity to join this fast paced, expanding organisation that prides itself on making a difference to the lives of individuals with Spina Bifida, then we would love to hear from you!

To apply please submit a CV and supporting statement, which should outline your interest and explain how you meet the role criteria.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early. 

Closing date: 4th October 2020 at 12pm

Interview date: 9th October 2020

We’re Anthony Nolan and we save the lives of people with blood cancer who need a stem cell transplant.

We’re unique. Thanks to the incredible donors on our register, our pioneering research and our passionate fundraisers, we give the chance of life to three people a day.

But we won’t stop there. We want to be there for everyone who needs a transplant; from finding a match, through every step of a patient’s transplant journey. And together we can reach the remarkable day when we can save the lives of everyone with blood cancer.

Title:Head of Register Engagement

Salary:£50,000 to £55,000 (depending on experience) - includes London Weighting

Contract: Permanent

Hours:35 hours per week

Location:Flexible working (willingness to travel to London Office when required)

As Head of Register Engagement, you will support our ambitious plans to build the stem cell register, by unlocking the power of volunteer networks across the UK and maximising opportunities to engage with our young target audience online. We are looking for someone who is passionate, driven and whose ambition matches ours in terms of the change we want to create for everyone who needs a stem cell transplant.

You’ll be an inspiring and confident team leader who takes a collaborative approach to working with colleagues across the organisation to unlock opportunities. A confident leader capable of driving a high performing and efficient team, you will have a background in mass supporter engagement and demonstrable relationship management skills.

We are particularly interested to hear from you if you have experience in engaging with supporters from minority ethnic background and can help us make a step change in how we recruit potential donors from ethnically diverse backgrounds.

You can be sure that this role at Anthony Nolan has a direct bearing on the lives we save. If you have the skills, experience and qualities we are looking for and you are inspired by what we can achieve, we’d love to hear from you.

Please make sure to check out the job description, available on our website when you click to apply.

What’s in it for you?

Financial

• Pension (employer 5% when you contribute 3% or more),
• Travel Insurance
• Interest free Travel Loan
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
• Life Assurance (4x annual salary)

Wellbeing & Health

• 27 days annual leave in addition to normal public holidays
• 24-hour Employee Assistance Hotline
• Private medical insurance
• Medical Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Gymflex

Family Friendly

• Paid dependants leave
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay
• Flexible start/finish times (role dependent)

And more! (full list of benefits available on website)

Together, we can save lives. Join our team and give someone a chance of life.

Anthony Nolan is an equal opportunities & living wage accredited employer.

All applicants must be able to demonstrate the right to work in the UK.

You may have experience of the following: Third Sector, Voluntary Sector, Not for Profit, NFP etc

Engagement Officer
Location: Central London
Salary: £27,000 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time - flexible working options are available
Closing date: Thursday 15 October 2020
Interview date: 22nd October 2020

Are you passionate about gender equality?  Do you recognise the value of sport to personal development and society? Do you want your work to make a difference?

Our client exists because they believe it is wrong for girls and women to be denied the joy, fulfilment and lifelong benefits of sport. And yet still so many are, even here in the UK. Gender stereotypes, concerns about body image, limited opportunities and social norms at home mean that at every life stage, women are still less active than men and less likely to play sport. Too many women and girls are missing out on feeling happy and confident in their bodies, on the companionship, exhilaration and liberation of simply playing and forgetting day-to-day stresses. Women from disadvantaged communities and women of colour are missing out most of all.

Our client is the longest established charity in this space and they are at an exciting point in their development. They have an opportunity for an Engagement Officer to work closely with their Head of Engagement and Communications to drive forward their income generation.

They value the quality and diversity of thought possible from a team made up of individuals from a broad range of backgrounds, who can each bring their different experiences and perspectives. For this reason, they encourage applications from men as well as women and would particularly welcome applications from people of colour and a wide variety of ethnic or minority backgrounds, sexual orientation, religion, age and impairment.

They are committed to a working culture where everyone can be authentic and true to themselves. They strive to represent the full diversity of the communities they serve. 

Come and be part of this exciting new era for women’s sport.

Main responsibilities are to:

Maintain knowledge of grant giving bodies, the charity sector and any trends to ensure you identify and capitalise on any relevant opportunities for the organisation. 

Identify and devise applications to grant giving bodies and support growth in unrestricted income. 

Support the Chief Executive, Head of Engagement and Communications and Trustees to cultivate and maintain relationships with funders, including grant givers, corporates and individuals.

Represent them to potential funders in addition to attending networking events where required. 

Support the management of large grants, monitoring income from funders and updating as required. 

What they’re looking for from you is to:

Be a passionate advocate for our cause in gender equality, positive and resilient

Be results and target driven as you’ll be expected to support working towards fundraising targets set in our business plan. 

Have high levels of attention to detail and the ability to prioritise conflicting deadlines

Demonstrate strong relationship management skills

Have previous experience supporting with the delivery of projects

Be a forward thinker with strong reporting skills

Be a competent IT user with excellent Microsoft Office skills

Please click apply to see the job description for a full list of responsibilities and the criteria required for this role. 

What they can offer you:

Annual leave: 25 days, plus Bank Holidays 

Pension: An auto enrolment pension, with matched contributions starting at 3% of salary.

Flexibility: They have a range of options for flexible working and they’d be happy to discuss your needs at the interview stage.

Annual Healthy Living Allowance of £250

CHIEF EXECUTIVE

The Royal Forestry Society is seeking an experienced and inspirational individual to be its new Chief Executive to lead the organisation in a time of national change and opportunity.

Location:  Expectation of 1-2 days per week at the RFS offices at Hay Barns, Banbury together with working from home and significant time at external meetings.

Contract: Full time permanent role

Salary:  £50,000-£55,000 per year depending upon qualifications and experience

The Royal Forestry Society (RFS) is the oldest and largest woodland education charity, dedicated for more than 130 years to promoting the wise management of woods and trees across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Our mission is to inspire passion and excellence in woodland management through membership and public events, especially our very well attended woodland meetings across twenty regional divisions; our commitment to forest education from junior school right through to university and research level; and our national advocacy of best practice through our renowned quarterly journal, policy and research publications, and our engagement with national and international debate on forestry challenges and opportunities. 

Key responsibilities are to

• Lead the RFS working with the board to develop strategy, profile, fundraising and partnership building
• Inspire and motivate staff, members and volunteers, funders and the forestry community
• Be responsible for the effective management and administration of the charity
• Deliver excellent membership services and educational outreach activities
• Develop and deliver new projects in support of the charitable objectives of the RFS

We are seeking a committed and experienced professional with

• Chief Executive or senior executive experience with proven track record in effective strategic, operational and financial management
• Knowledge of and enthusiasm for the UK forestry sector, and commitment to advocacy on behalf of members for good woodland management practice and high standard forestry education
• Ability to foster good communications throughout the membership and its regional divisions, confidently promote RFS’s research and insights with government and policymakers, and to develop the RFS profile externally with government, statutory and voluntary bodies and with the public
• Experience of engagement with funders and donors

Closing date: 9am on Monday 5th October 2020

The Royal Forestry Society is a Registered Charity No: 2306093

Patron: HM The Queen

We are recruiting for a new Finance & Administration Officer role to suit a skilled and ambitious person who would relish the chance to play a key role in the central team supporting the organisation to deliver our varied and impactful workload.

We work with over 6,000 people each year to tackle inequality in Brighton and Hove, delivering community development, equalities and youth work to create community-led solutions.

We are at an exciting time of organisational growth as we lead a new citywide partnership overseeing both community development and engagement work across the city and expand our youth work delivery.  However, many communities that we support are experiencing serious challenges as a result of Coronavirus, and it is vital that we adapt our delivery to meet growing need.

We are looking for an organised and detail orientated individual with a willingness to learn and collaborate with others.

The role is a chance of joining a skilled and dedicated team where there is the opportunity to develop your finance and administration skills and build solid experience working across a wide range of areas within the charity sector.

For the right candidate, this role will offer a fulfilling working opportunity and the chance to make a significant difference to the people of Brighton and Hove, and beyond.

Hope for Justice exists to bring an end to modern slavery by preventing exploitation, rescuing victims, restoring lives and reforming society – do you share our passion to live in a world free from slavery?

Hope for Justice is seeking a multilingual Community Engagement Specialist, to be based in the East Midlands, to work with at-risk communities, law enforcement and business to develop an effective community-based approach to address modern day slavery, while developing effective networks and building trust with victims to help them escape their traffickers.

This role requires someone with fluency in English and either Bulgarian or one or more other Balkan languages, alongside other specific skills.

The role will depend on using local and cultural knowledge and language skills to engage effectively with potential victims and with key stakeholders in these communities.

The ideal candidate will have fantastic communication skills and well-developed emotional intelligence. They will be a confident self-starter, able to work unsupervised and with an understanding of the sensitivities and discretion required when working with vulnerable people.

This is an outstanding opportunity for anyone seeking to develop skills in community-based work while making a profound difference to the lives of people trapped in modern slavery.

Change lives
End slavery

Location: Leicester, UK. *Please note that with the current Covid 19 restrictions, there will be a requirement to initially work from home for office and administration activities, though office space and meeting facilities are available through partners *

To apply, please visit our website and complete the application form to accompany your CV.

As part of our commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed.

The Women’s Equality Party is seeking a talented communications professional with some experience in research, policy development or public affairs. We want to get everyone talking and thinking about women’s equality and we need someone with the creativity and drive to make that happen. Whether you are an all-round communications superstar, or an expert in either press, public affairs or political messaging - we want you to help us.

As well as delivering an impactful communications strategy, you will be helping us develop innovative policies and shape messages that reach people and tell a compelling story. Ideally, you will have made a solid start in a communications role and have thorough knowledge of the media and a strong track record of implementing a media strategy. You’ll be able to demonstrate a good understanding of the political landscape and how to influence it. You will have an avid interest in current affairs, an unwavering commitment to women’s equality and intersectionality and the ability to produce accurate and persuasive copy under pressure.

The role

• Responsible for the day-to-day presentation of the party’s values, policies and campaigns in the media

• Crafting messages and creating opportunities and capacity to deliver them

• Building and maintaining strong media, stakeholder and influencer networks

• Making sure the party is switched on to the news cycle and policy/political developments and is ready to seize opportunities

• Supporting engagement with and development of our policies

• Connecting brand and messaging to members and voters to achieve change

The Person 

You will have:

• Excellent political knowledge and judgement 
• Experience in a press or communications role, or as a journalist
• Experience delivering a media strategy
• Experience of writing press releases, articles, blogs and briefs
• Experience in creating and breaking stories and spotting opportunities to make a splash in a fast-moving media environment
• Experience providing intelligent strategic counsel and leading and mentoring colleagues
• Experience researching, developing or advocating for policy 
• Outstanding people skills; ability to connect quickly and effectively with people inside and outside the Party to achieve maximum results and win over support
• Self-motivating; able to prioritise workload and manage multiple projects to meet deadlines; capacity to recalibrate at short notice
• Commitment to equal opportunities and the aims and values of the Women’s Equality Party
• Willingness to undertake training and to develop new skills in response to the organisation’s changing needs
• Team worker, able to delegate and take control, as well as listen to and value others’ contributions.

To apply for this role, please visit our website:. The closing date is 18th October 2020

 

Please note that applications will not be considered unless a Statement of Interest addressing the person specification is submitted.

We are holding an Open Evening via zoom at 7pm on 22nd September for anyone who might be interested in the different roles we are currently advertising. This is an opportunity for you to find out about us and ask questions about the role - we will not be assessing you and you can remain anonymous. For more details (inc post-event video) please see our website 

The Women’s Equality Party values equality and diversity, and welcomes applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity status. In relation to this post we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and from candidates with disabilities as these communities are under-represented within the organisation at this level.

 

At Stonewall, our vision is for a world where everyone, everywhere can be themselves. We work to ensure acceptance without exception, so that lesbian, gay, bi and trans (LGBT) people around the world can participate fully in society and enjoy lives free from discrimination. We work to do this in a way that is aligned to our values. 

Getting strong, positive media coverage for LGBT issues is vital if we are to create a society where everyone is accepted without exception. This role works closely with Stonewall’s Media Manager to create media opportunities and to respond effectively to press enquiries. The post holder sits within the wider Communications and Campaigns Team, supporting the day-to-day work of the busy media office, including providing monitoring and media administration.

The Media Officer is responsible for drafting comments, briefings, opinion pieces and press releases and media lists, with the support of the media manager.

They will also provide support for Stonewall’s leading campaigns and thought leadership output.

To apply please visit our website via the link 

Key responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for all media enquiries, both phone and email, providing speedy responses, under the
direction of the Media Manager.

• Draft media releases, proactive and reactive media comments, as well as media briefings, under the guidance of
the Media Manager.

• Assist Media Manager in organising and executing media training for spokespeople across the organisation.

• Monitor the national media and social media for opportunities and risks to the charity’s objectives.

• Work with digital team to flag stories for social media response, and on occasion draft content.

• Provide out-of-hours cover for Stonewall’s media phone, as part of a rota shared with the wider media team.

• Work with individuals from Stonewall’s networks to share their stories in the media.

• Work with teams across the organisation on proactive media plans to help influence change in their area and to
achieve maximum impact through our campaigns.

• Create Stonewall’s daily media briefing, as well as horizon scan for breaking stories relevant to the charity’s
business objectives and to the LGBT community.

• Create and circulate media updates to trustees and senior management team on a regular basis

• Maintain the media office’s systems and process, ensuring required data capture is undertaken accurately, and
co-ordinating on-call rota.

• Review Stonewall’s media coverage to evaluate key message success, brand perception and how Stonewall is
serving its priority audiences.

• Compile data reports of media coverage to reflect monthly progress on key message rates and overall earned
media.

• Keep media web pages updated as and when necessary

At Stonewall we want you to feel involved in all aspects of our work and to have amazing opportunities during your time with us . Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave.

In line with our commitments to race equity and trans inclusion, we are particularly seeking applications from trans people and/or People of Colour/ BAME people. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support and safe spaces for staff who hold these and other identities.

NAPAC exists to support survivors of childhood abuse. The damage caused by abuse in childhood doesn’t always end in childhood.  Many adults with a history of childhood abuse can continue to suffer – from post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, depression and other issues. They can suffer from low self-esteem and be prone to self-harm or suicide.  It doesn’t have to be this way – this the chance for you to change someone’s life for the better.

We are seeking a creative and resilient Temporary Communications Officer to join our friendly team in London. The Temporary Communications Officer is a new role to support NAPAC’s internal and external communications and engagement activities. They will lead the day to day management of NAPAC’s social media and be a key contributor to developing materials for use online and in print. Overall, they will have a commitment to excellent in everything NAPAC does for survivors and their supporters.

Salary: £25,200 pa, pro rata, with hourly rate and contract arrangements possible

Hours:  21 per week (0.6 FT) minimum, worked flexibly across the week

Contract: ten weeks (with possibility of extension)

Closing date for applications: Thursday 8 October 2020  

Application is by completion of the formal NAPAC application form only - CVs and work samples will not be accepted

Interview Date: Week beginning 12 October 2020 in London

The job description and application form can be downloaded from our website.