Which? is the UK's consumer champion, here to make life simpler, fairer and safer for everyone. As an organisation we're not for profit, we reinvest our profits into our charitable work.  Our impact is in key areas such as digital life, consumer rights, scams, data protection and unfair pricing. Our investigations go deep and our expert advice is completely impartial. Everything we do is about championing consumers. We'll always be on their side, fighting their corner and working to make them more powerful.

Let us tell you more about the role

You will be joining us as a Trustee to play a crucial role in our evolution.  As we are a charity, our Trustees are responsible for ensuring the success of the organisation in fulfilling its purpose for the long term and overseeing delivery in our key impact areas.   You will be a guardian of our organisational values, have the ability to steward the charity's resources effectively and to ensure the charity champions consumers effectively. 

We are seeking a Trustee with  Policy development and advocacy expertise, with a proven track record in translating problems into policy solutions, gained from experience in either government, regulators,  charities or commercial industries.  Using your experience, you will act as a critical friend to the executive team to 

• consider our policy and influencing strategies,  testing  culture  and values fit, 
• scale of ambition, 
• level of  innovation and our methodologies.

You will support the executive team in raising the organisation' profile, building a strong network externally with our government and business audiences in particular.

As a Policy Trustee you will bring:

• An understanding of  global and UK consumer policy, with a  proven record in  translating the questions posed into concrete policy solutions
• A proven track record of policy development, and raising the profile and reputation of an organisation through achieving  meaningful  impact. This can be gained from a range of industries  from government, regulatory or charitable and/or commercial
• A strong network,  able to leverage networks to support and position Which? as a consumer champion.

Let us tell you about our culture and how we work

As people we're brave, caring, rigorous and insightful in the way we connect with each other to make change happen.

Having an inclusive environment, that is values led is key for us, so that we can work better together, ensuring we have a connected, cross functional approach to accelerate opportunities to advance our key strategic priorities.

We are really excited to recruit and welcome a new team member to Which?. We believe that a diverse workforce helps us to understand all UK consumers. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, and we are particularly keen to hear from people who are from an ethnically diverse background or disabled people who are currently under represented on our Council. Everybody should be able to be part of our recruitment processes; therefore we will make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates.

If you would like to find out more about how you can lend your expertise to help us solve some of the biggest problems for consumers in the 21st century and beyond then we would love to hear from you!

Direct Marketing & Supporter Services Manager – maternity cover                                             

Salary:  £35,000 per annum pro rata (initial 9 month contract – with possible extension)

Based: Please note that in response to COVID-19, All We Can staff are currently working from home until the end of the year and a return to the office  (Baker Street, London) in 2021 will be subject to review and assessment nearer the time. Our homeworking has proved to be very successful and we are continuing to look at flexible healthy working options for staff as we move forward. 

All We Can is looking for an experienced direct marketing professional to lead our individual giving and direct marketing programme as a key manager within our Public Engagement team. You will help build on the success of recent years, including our Regular Giving Programme, as part of our individual giving programme. Our Methodist donor base has been our key supporter constituency over the years and one we seek to maintain and develop while also introducing new supporters, from new markets.

This person will be highly motivated, passionate about the impact of great fundraising, and committed to the vision, mission and values of All We Can.

With proven abilities drawn from a number of years direct marketing fundraising experience, you will have demonstrable skills in increasing fundraising results and engagement with supporters through direct marketing channels, combined with a strong understanding of best practice in back office processing, data management and supporter care. This is a perfect role for an experienced direct marketing fundraiser looking for an opportunity to lead a team and take overall responsibility for a direct marketing function within a charity. It would also suit an experienced direct marketing manager looking to break into fundraising within the international development and relief sector.

All We Can is an international development, relief and advocacy organisation. It helps people in some of the world’s poorest communities to become all that they can. Its approach of investing in partnerships with local organisations has improved the quality of life and created positive, long-term change for hundreds of thousands of individuals and families.

With a 70 year history, All We Can is a faith based organisation with its vision, priorities and values grounded in Christian principles and its roots in the Methodist Church. You will be joining a growing and friendly team at an exciting time in the organisation’s development.

The maternity cover would ideally start Tuesday 1 December 2020 to allow for some handover, with cover expected to continue until early September 2021.   All We Can strongly encourages those with relevant and applicable experience to apply. 

All We Can values people as individuals with diverse opinions, cultures, lifestyles and circumstances.  We are committed to building a culturally diverse team and therefore encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates to help us reflect our world and the communities we work alongside

To find out more and apply, please download the application pack from our website or get in touch for further information.

Closing Date:  Midday Monday 5th October 2020

Interviews will take place on:  Wed 21st October 2020  

All We Can is the operating name of the Methodist Relief and Development Fund, a charity registered in England and Wales, number 291691.

Role description:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Operations Manager who has attention to detail and great project management skills.  Managing and ensuring our IT, HR, Database functions run well and ensuring all aspects or reporting are readily available to staff and Trustees. The post holder would be expected to work from the office and during COVID from home as agreed. The role will also include the supervising of IT Administrator and relationship building and development with our church partners and key stakeholders.

Main role responsibilities

Office Management

• Ensuring the smooth running of an office on a day-to-day basis and may manage a team of administrative or support staff.
• Organising meetings and managing databases
• Booking transport and accommodation
• Organising charity events or conferences
• Ordering stationery and furniture
• Dealing with correspondence, complaints and queries
• Preparing letters, presentations and reports (Annual Report, Board Reports, NOMR)
• Supervising and monitoring the work of administrative staff
• Managing office budgets
• liaising with staff, suppliers and clients
• Implementing and maintaining procedures/office administrative systems
• Delegating tasks to junior employees
• Organising induction programmes for new employees
• Ensuring that all policies are updated on our board circle
• Ensure the health and safety of Oxhill Hub.
• Using a range of software packages
• Attending meetings with senior management
• Assisting the organisation's HR function by keeping personnel records up to date, arranging interviews and so on.
• Oxhill Hub Bookings (“meet & greet”).
• Designated Safeguarding Officer (Training to be provided).

Operations (with Support of IT Administrator)

• Maintaining all databases, files and ensuring all operations run smoothly.
• Ensure inter-department integration flows
• Monitor and manage the integrity of our IT (for example Microsoft Office, Office 365, Zoho Expenses, Donor Perfect) and also be our Data Controller (GDPR complaints/queries go to) - Sage Accounts will be monitored by the CEO)
• Ensuring Office 365 user security, permissions at top level are accurate to allow correct and appropriate visibility, as is necessary and in compliance with GDPR
• Manage IT contracts
• Investigating new IT initiatives that enhance the charities work and supporting all departments to utilize well
• Collation and production of all KPIs for the board, monthly reports from all departments and annual report
• Become proficient in Donor Perfect (DP) & Weblink forms layout management to ensure all relevant information is captured correctly that affects all departments hearing and assisting staff to achieve best utilization of DP
• Design and setup appropriate reporting as required by departments in Donor Perfect
• Ultimate responsibility for HR overall compliance and current legislation
• Maintain and Manage a robust “Help” arm for staff
• Regularly monitor and review the quality of our provision;
• Undertake administrative tasks, maintain effective recording systems and respond to queries;
• Act as an advocate for young people's interests;
• Train other Hub leaders and volunteers in churches, community groups and schools around best practice and our YLP Model.
• Other tasks as your line manager requests
• Grants & Partner bids applications submission & monitoring / coordination.

Initially, with the currently COVID19 restrictions, this role will be home-based. Nevertheless, applicants must live in travelling distance from our office in Oxhill.

In the light of our Christian ethos and purpose, we reserve the right to recruit Christians where there is a genuine occupational requirement (GOR) to do so.

The post holder will work closely with the Director in managing the operations of the Baobab Centre including responsibility for maintaining and generating income, leading the financial management of the organisation and managing Human Resources, Health and Safety and all operations in relation to the smooth running of the Centre. We’re looking for an exceptional candidate who can commit to working with a very diverse group of young people (including some very troubled young people) and staff as a senior member of staff and who has particular strengths in relation to developing strong, warm and open relationships with all members of the Community.

Hours: Full time (35 hours per week)

Key relationships: Director, all staff and volunteers, Baobab young people, Trustees, Consultant Fundraiser, Management Accountant

Responsible for: Administrators x 3 (Fundraising, Finance, Clinical), Fundraising Officer, Office volunteers

Responsible to: Director

Key Responsibilities of this Role:

1. Lead the Financial Management of Baobab including developing budgets, working with the management accountant to produce accurate management accounts, and convening a regular meeting of the finance committee.
2. Lead in the Management and Operationalising of Baobab Fundraising and the relationships with Trusts and Major Donors in collaboration with Director and Fund-Raising Team.
3. Ensuring Baobab is a friendly, functional, warm and safe place to be through good management of the premises where Baobab is based.
4. Responsibility for all elements of Health and Safety for staff and young people.
5. Responsibility for Human Resource functions.
6. Manage all organisational systems including online filing systems and ensuring they are easily accessible and well-functioning for all staff (Some clinical staff will need support in accessing and using the online record system).

Please see full Job Description and Specification in the link below. To apply by filling in our Application Form and returning it to us by middnight on Sunday 4th October 2020.

Southall Black Sisters (SBS), an advice, advocacy and resource centre for black and ethnic minority women currently has a vacancy for:

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Salary range £40,000 to £42,000 (incl. OLW) per annum depending on experience

This is an exciting and unique opportunity for an exceptional person with the vision, passion and the skills to play a key role in the work of SBS and to help shape the next chapter. Due to the nature of this post it does not fall within the BME exemption.

• To provide leadership and direction to meet strategic and operational performance of the organisation by creating partnerships and raising awareness of SBS with the public sector, funders and community organisations
• To manage and coordinate the day to day operations of SBS’ Resource Centre in Southall
• To manage and support staff, leading by example to ensure that targets are met and to ensure the continuity of delivery standards within the policies and procedures of SBS

SBS seek an exceptional and dynamic senior operations manager to provide shared leadership, management and operational support to the director, managers and domestic violence advocates who are responsible for providing a range of local services to victims of domestic violence. 

You will work closely with the Director and the senior management team to ensure that SBS’s mission and vision is realised through the development and delivery of high quality services. You will be an experienced senior manager with a proven track record of developing and delivering successful services. Your background may include working in the voluntary sector or community/partnership context.

You will demonstrate an understanding of domestic violence issues in the BME community combined with strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire and motivate. We are seeking an individual with the ability to deal effectively with a range of complex, challenging and competing operational situations in a high paced environment. The role provides an exciting opportunity to share in the success of SBS. If you thrive on challenge and seek to make a real impact, this is the role for you.

All post holders must have a commitment to the values of empowerment, equality and anti-discriminatory practices.

In light of the nature and context of the work of SBS, the organisation considers the candidate’s gender to be an occupational requirement in accordance with Para 1, Schedule 9, of the Equality Act 2010

Deadline for receipt of applications Friday 23rd October 2020 5pm

Interviews to be held early November 2020

To apply, download an Application Pack 

The Head of Operations will oversee the day-to-day running of the operational arm of Reprieve and assist with the international operations of Reprieve’s sister organisation, Reprieve US. 

They will be responsible for assisting with planning, implementing, overseeing, and evaluating the systems, processes and relationships that enable caseworkers, Fellows, and consultants to do the challenging work that they do as efficiently, safely and effectively as possible. They will help devise creative solutions that build a flexible and supportive environment in which staff can carry out their work.

The Head of Operations will work closely with and supervise the work of the Operations Officer and the International Operations and Finance Officer. Reporting to the Director of Operations, they will provide support to the Executive Director and Deputy Directors who make up the Senior Management Team, as well as broader staff, Fellows and consultants who are part of the Casework Team at Reprieve. 

You will be someone whom colleagues and external stakeholders feel confident to approach with questions about human resources, trip planning logistics and security, third party relationships, insurance, cybersecurity and information technology infrastructure, and much more. Even if you don’t always know the answer, you will be capable of proactively obtaining it from the Senior Management Team, one of our many pro bono partners, partner organisations, contractors, regulatory bodies, and friendly experts.

You are a positive person with a can do attitude, a minimum of three years of operations or project management experience, experience of managing or supervising individuals and teams, a great ability to multitask, a willingness to muck in on all tasks big and small, humility and a passion for ensuring the efficient running and continuous improvement of Reprieve’s operations.

This is an office-based role, however given current restrictions as a result of the coronavirus you may be required to work from home in line with government advice. The situation will remain under review and we will continue to be guided by government advice in these uncertain times. You will also be available outside of office hours in the event of an emergency, for example an urgent travel or security situation affecting our personnel.

For full details please see the job description.

As Advocacy Service Manager, you will oversee, inform and create a service delivery strategy that contributes to the effectiveness of the service and is contract compliant. 

You will lead on the service delivery of the One advocacy contract, a statutory provision within Citizens Advice Mid Mercia (CAMM). 

You will provide a robust, reliable, professional, consistent and boundaried service to adults within Derby City, with a small team of direct reports; staff and volunteers alike:

• IMCA
• RPPR (DoLS)
• IMHA
• Care Act
• NHS complaints
• Specialist (non-statutory advocacy).

Planning and development

• Have safeguarding is at the forefront of all practice within the One advocacy team
• Advise Dep. CEO/SMT on staffing and service delivery issues
• Co-ordinate activities, procedures and systems to promote common policies and/or practices within the appropriate service delivery area
• Implement IT and other resource strategies within CAMM guidelines
• Participate in initiatives as appropriate and contribute to the work of partners and stakeholders
• Support the strategic development of CAMM & One advocacy, to ensure its management and services to clients reflect and support the CAMM quality and diversity strategy.

Service delivery

• Record and analyse data to provide reports to Commissioners
• Supervise the work of the team to ensure that standards meet CAMM and funders contractual requirements
• Ensure service delivery and adequate cover from available staff
• Monitor, report and feedback the quality of advocacy support provided
• Maintain and develop standards of service delivery
• Research, identify and respond to advocacy needs, in particular the needs of identified vulnerable client demographics
• Ensure that appropriate systems are developed and maintained for case recording, statistics, follow up work and quality control
• Assist and advise the relevant managers on compliance with CAMM and external funders
• Provide performance reports on a monthly basis to the Dep. CEO.

Financial management

• Contribute to decisions on allocation of resources
• Oversee the team budget for expenses and training
• Responsibility for spot purchase contracts, invoices and payments.

Staff management

• Ensure all team members are aware of, and able to effectively report and disclose safeguarding concerns
• Ability to delegate as appropriate
• Attend regular meetings of the management team
• Schedule, attend and document regular team meetings
• Create a positive working environment in which equality and diversity are well-managed, dignity at work is upheld and staff can do their best, ensuring CORE values are adhered to at all times
• Ensure the effective performance management and development of staff through weekly supervision sessions, the appraisal process and learning and development, incl. the disciplinary and capability processes and reflective practice
• Able to prioritise own caseload, and that of individual team members
• Plan and allocate work, monitor achievement of deadlines and support staff as appropriate
• Ensure that the service area is adequately staffed and resourced
• In accordance with CAMM and service procedures, assist the SMT in implementing employment policies and procedures
• Encourage good teamwork and lines of communication between all members of staff
• Ensure recruitment, induction and training of new staff as appropriate.

Administration

• Oversee and monitor effective and efficient administrative systems
• Monitor an effective health and safety policy with regard to staff, equipment and premises within statutory requirements
• Maintain complaints procedures in accordance with CAMM guidelines.

Learning and development

• Undertake mentoring, coaching and effective development of staff and volunteers by checking competences, case reviews, file audits and shadowing
• Identify and implement own learning and development needs
• Maintain the service area's learning and development plan
• Identify knowledge gaps within the team and source external training
• Record all individual and team training attended, for Commissioners reports
• Identify the learning and development needs of staff through support and supervision and contribute towards CAMM’s learning and development plan.

Person specification

• The ability to commit to, and work within, the aims, principles and policies of CAMM and one advocacy
• Proven ability to manage people including the ability to recruit, develop and motivate staff and volunteers
• Able to create a positive working environment in which equality and diversity are well managed, dignity at work is upheld and staff are empowered and motivated to do their best
• Ability to monitor and maintain casework systems and procedures
• Proven ability of monitoring and maintaining service delivery against agreed targets
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex information and produce and present clear reports verbally and in writing
• Ability to ensure best use of IT systems and packages in the provision of advice services
• Ability to monitor and analyse statistics and to check accuracy of calculations
• Ability to work with a variety of organisations and to earn and maintain the trust of those people
• Ability to lead and contribute to a team, including the ability to prioritise own work and the work of others, and take decisions in the day to day running of a busy service area, with constant interruptions
• Ability to manage a budget and contribute to decisions on the allocation of resources
• Ability to plan and manage projects
• Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD)
• Adhere to CAMM CORE values at all times.

Reports to: Deputy CEO/SMT

Interviews will be held when suitable candidates apply.

This vacancy will close when a suitable candidate has been found.

An application form and guidance can be downloaded from our website or this advertisement.

All completed applications should be sent to the email address at the end of the application form.

COVID-19 considerations:
Covid-19 measures in place in all office locations.

If you have a strong understanding of the impact of the violence, racial inequity and systemic injustice on marginalised communities and are passionate about empowering those most affected to create a change, then we can’t wait to hear from you!

ABOUT US

The 4Front Project is a member-led youth organisation empowering young people and communities to fight for justice, peace and freedom. The organisation was established in 2012 to provide a platform for those who have been impacted by violence to create change. We support members with experiences of violence and the criminal justice system to create change in their own lives, communities and society.

Over the last eight years, we have pioneered an approach that empowers those most directly harmed by violence and the criminal justice system to be at the forefront of a grassroots movement for change. Our holistic model has been designed specifically to support young people aged 13 - 25 with complex needs as a result of multiple systemic disadvantages and disproportionate exposure to serious violence. By advocating for a holistic approach to build peace, we are transforming the way in which society understands how to support young people who have been affected by violence and shaping the agenda around how to tackle the systemic causes of it. 

We acknowledge the impact of racism and discrimination on our members and actively work to dismantle these systems, whilst supporting members to recognise their strengths and identify systemic barriers to their progress. In this way, we support 4Front members to make changes in their own lives, whilst exploring the inequity they’ve experienced and amplifying their voices to create systemic change. Becoming a member means joining a powerful youth-led movement for change that is transforming the way peace and justice are understood by centring healing, rather than punishment. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an ambitious and experienced Head of Operations to drive our vision forward. This new, varied and exciting role combines strategic planning with operational management, including responsibility for organisational strategy, partnerships, fundraising, HR and communications. This role deputises for the Executive Director and is integral in supporting the continuous improvement of the organisational infrastructure, ensuring robust governance, risk management, compliance and long-term financial planning. You will work as part of a small, driven and committed team and be the logistical 'go-to' person. You will be responsible for ensuring that the core functions of the organisation meet our strategic objectives and values. You will sustain funding so that young people and our entire community can grow with the support of healing, imaginative, and liberating relationships. You will be a visionary leader, seeing your work at The 4Front Project as a crucial part of your identity and purpose in life. You will be committed to upholding our vision, mission, principles and values at all times. You will be bold, actively contributing to a workplace culture that centres justice, healing, change and hope. This role demands a high level of flexibility, initiative and dedication. You will play a fundamental role in shaping The 4Front Project into the future.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

LEADERSHIP, PARTNERSHIP & STRATEGIC VISION

• Collaborate with our members, staff, the board and other key stakeholders to co-design an ambitious strategy which fulfils our long term vision

• Develop logistical plans to enable the seamless delivery of our strategic goals

• Build a new communications strategy which effectively captures and promotes all aspects of our complex and transformative work

• Develop and nurture national and international partnerships that center racial equity and social justice, and effect systems-level change

• Build effective relationships and collaborate with a broad group of stakeholders ranging from lawyers, therapeutic practitioners, educators and campaigners to support the implementation of our strategic goals

• Elevate and amplify our reputation, influence, and leadership by building new networks, alliances and collaborative partnerships

• Develop our impact monitoring and evaluation processes 

GOVERNANCE, RISK MANAGEMENT & ORGANISATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS

• Support staff, volunteers and the board in carrying out the essential administrative tasks needed for the good governance and smooth running of the organisation

• Ensure all company records are clear and up-to-date to enable smooth filing of annual reports

• Ensure that staff and volunteers understand and implement our policies

• Ensure that the organisation is compliant with all relevant legislation by conducting risk assessments, monitoring performance, reviewing procedures and supporting the maintenance of the risk register

• Fulfil the duties of the Data Protection Officer and support staff and volunteers to maintain the security and confidentiality of our members

• Ensure the correct organisational insurance policies are in place at all times

• Increase the effectiveness and efficiency of our operations through reviewing and developing initiatives to improve our central functions, including HR, IT, administration, finance, fundraising and communications

FINANCE, DEVELOPMENT & SUSTAINABILITY

• Develop and implement an ambitious and effective fundraising strategy with a particular focus on diversifying our funding streams and building our donor base

• Prepare high-quality, detailed bids for capital and revenue funds by listening to and sharing the stories emerging from our work as well as collaborating with our members to vision for the future

• Coordinate the receipt of grant payments and collaborate with the team to prepare comprehensive reports to all funders in line with reporting requirements

• Build effective strategic networks and relationships to support income growth

• Maintain and upkeep the database in line with GDPR and data protection procedures

• Communicate with relevant grant managers to keep them up to date with organisational developments, events, and activities

• Coordinate the annual budgeting, financial planning, and fundraising processes

• Oversee monthly and quarterly assessments and forecasts of our financial performance against budget and operational goals.

HR, PEOPLE MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT

• Guide and support the Campaigns and Communications Coordinator and Media and Communications Assistant to enable them to deliver the central communications function of the organisation

• Oversee and develop all stages of the employee and volunteer cycle process, from job design and recruitment to performance management, development and leaving processes

• Develop and regularly review HR-related policies and procedures, ensuring ongoing organisational compliance with all relevant employment law

• Ensure that all staffing policies, processes and decisions are in line with our organisational values, and nurture a supportive, fair, developmental and happy workplace for the entire team

• Support the team to understand and effectively implement organisational policies and procedures

• Monitor and make recommendations regarding staffing and recruitment needs, and develop strategies for ensuring the immediate and long-term staffing needs of the organisation are met

• Provide ongoing HR expertise for the team and proactively, consistently and skilfully address any staffing issues

• Maintain up-to-date and comprehensive staff records, in line with best practice and GDPR requirements

• Draft and manage all staff and consultant contracts, ensuring the documents are accurate, tailored to the specific context and legally compliant

• Review job descriptions regularly to ensure they are up to date, consistent and fit for purpose

• Conduct salary reviews and make recommendations to the remuneration policy

• Manage and further develop the staff benefits packages, including overseeing relevant internal processes and liaising with external benefits providers

• Develop and coordinate a holistic training offer for the team by curating external training opportunities and developing internal opportunities for learning, growth and development

• Develop a comprehensive wellbeing strategy and appropriate support processes

• Coordinate regular individual and group clinical supervision sessions for the team

• Ensure that individual staff members experiencing personal or professional challenges have access to appropriate support

• Gather staff feedback for continuous organisational learning and development

You will also provide cover on occasion and undertake any other duties that may reasonably be requested of you outside of this role description.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

ESSENTIAL

• An understanding of social justice issues, systemic inequality and injustice, including the impact of the criminal justice system on marginalised communities
• Strong and proven strategic leadership experience including developing strategic direction and planning and implementing successful growth plans
• Strong management experience including developing staff, developing culture and overseeing organisational development.
• Proven experience in managing complex and sensitive staff and organisational issues with empathy, fairness, consistency and appropriate confidentiality
• Proven experience in an operations and/or HR role including designing and/or maintaining processes, systems and policies in line with best practice
• Proven experience of setting and working to targets, budgets, and deadlines
• Experience managing work involving legal compliance and working with complex processes and documents
• Knowledge of GDPR issues and how they relate to HR processes
• Experience of working robustly within challenging and unpredictable environments as well as effectively managing change
• Excellent teamwork skills and experience of supporting and motivating others

DESIRABLE

• First-hand experiences of the issues we address through our work
• Experience of working in an organisation which promotes the rights of vulnerable communities with multiple disadvantages
• A thorough understanding of safeguarding and child protection frameworks
• Demonstrable track record of individually building successful income generating relationships and securing significant income (corporate, public sector, individual philanthropy or trusts and foundations)
• Qualification or advanced training in a relevant area such as human resources (including CIPD), organisational management or law
• Understanding of social impact reporting and experience of monitoring and evaluation systems to measure service impact
• Experience building and maintaining excellent relationships with community organisations and partners
• Experience of producing reports of organisational outcomes, outputs, and financial activity
• Experience of effective communications, digital marketing and social media
• Experience of using CRM effectively

HOW TO APPLY

THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS THURSDAY 8TH OCTOBER 2020 AT 12.00PM

We would like this position to start as soon as possible. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so we encourage early applications. 

To apply for this position, please send:

1. A comprehensive and relevant CV

2. A supporting statement addressing the person specification 

3. And either:

• An essay answering the questions below (no longer than 750 words for each question). 

• A video of you addressing the questions below (no longer than 8 minutes in total).

1) What do the words ‘justice’, ‘peace’ and ‘freedom’ mean to you and how have these concepts impacted your view of the world? 

2) What are your top three priorities for building equity in our society and how would you go about it?

3) What does empowerment mean to you and how do you feel it can be incorporated as a principle in your work?

This will be reviewed by 4Front Members, Staff and Trustees.

There is a 3-stage selection process:

1.  An initial video interview (30 mins)

2. An interactive in person interview with 4Front Members and Staff (including a preparation task)

3. A final round interview with the Board of Trustees.

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate against candidates who may have previous convictions. We will also make reasonable adjustments for employees that may have access requirements.

Please ensure you quote the job reference number in the subject line of your email.

Are you passionate about international development and global health?  Do you want to be instrumental in seeing an end to leprosy and associated discrimination across Africa? Are you experienced in meeting the needs of large donors, managing complex programmes and budgets?  Do you have the skills to facilitate the capacity development of partners in the global South in Health System Strengthening, community development and inclusion?  If so, we want to hear from you.

This is an exciting opportunity for a person with a passion for social justice to join our dynamic programmes team. You will have at least two years’ work experience in an international development or similar setting (ideally in the global South), and a degree in either Development, Disability, Global Health, Mental Health or other relevant discipline. You will have excellent monitoring, evaluation and research skills, be self-motivated with the capacity to work on your own initiative and will be an excellent cross-cultural communicator. 

You will be responsible for the development of UK-funded programmes, supporting the capacity development of overseas partners and managing income streams from institutional donors.  In addition, you will champion TLM’s work on the global stage and engage in national and global advocacy on Neglected Tropical Diseases (including leprosy), mental health and disability issues.  This will require travel overseas for approximately 12 weeks per year (COVID permitting).

The Leprosy Mission England and Wales (TLMEW) is a leading international Christian development organisation with over 140 years’ experience and is part of the TLM worldwide family. TLMEW serves the poorest of the poor in 10 countries across Africa and Asia, raising funds and developing partner capacity to provide life-changing healthcare, training and job opportunities for people who have been excluded and rejected. TLMEW has a zero-tolerance approach to any harm to, or exploitation of, our beneficiaries, staff and communities we come into contact with.  Recruitment to roles within TLMEW includes, in particular, criminal record checks and the collection of relevant references.  A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from joining us as an employee; this will depend on the circumstances of any offences. Safeguarding is our top priority in everything we do.

TLMEW is an explicitly Christian charity, empathy with the Christian ethos of the organisation is essential.

To apply and for more information on this role and the work of TLMEW, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date: Wednesday 14 October 2020 at 9am

Interviews: Wednesday 21 October 2020 (Peterborough Office)

The Leprosy Mission, England and Wales is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from appropriately qualified people from all sections of the community.  Qualified people living with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply.

Registered Charity number 1050327

Senior Public Affairs and Campaign Manager

Flexible, with semi-regular travel to London

£44,365 to £46,973 per annum + benefits

12-month fixed term contract

Full time

This is a fantastic opportunity to join The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association as a Senior Public Affairs and Campaign Manager.

The role

The Senior Public Affairs and Campaigns Manager helps people with sight loss to live the life they choose by being a senior lead in political engagement and campaigns work.

The role will develop strong relationships with key political opinion formers, Ministers, Secretary of States, select committees and relevant decision-makers in Westminster and Whitehall to promote Guide Dogs policy and Campaigns. They will also lead the development and delivery of current and new campaigns.

Who we’re looking for

You will:

• Have proven experience in Political lobbying at a senior level; producing political briefings, setting up senior political meetings and party-political events management.
• Have detailed knowledge of the Political framework and institutions across the UK and knowledge of the EU Parliament and the interactions of both. 
• Have detailed knowledge of how legislation is formulated and the process of amending it. The impact of select committees and all party parliamentary working groups.
• Be able to apply political knowledge and insight to identify and develop strategic campaign interventions to further Guide Dogs agenda.

For the complete list of essential and desirable criteria necessary to being successful in this role please see the Person Specification within the Job Description below.

Benefits

This role is 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, with 26 days paid holiday (excluding bank holidays) a year. As a charity, we’re always keen to support flexible working as best we can.

We offer a generous pension scheme, life assurance and enhanced pay for parenting and sickness leave. In addition, we provide an Employee Assistance Programme, flexible benefits package and discounts and cashback scheme to care for our people.

How to apply

Applications can be made using the online application form. You will need to evidence the criteria as set out in the attached job description. As part of our safer recruitment policy, we do not accept CVs for job applications.

Diversity

Guide Dogs welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively encourages diversity to maximise achievements, creativity and good practice. We positively welcome, and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability or nationality. We encourage applications from disabled people as they are currently under-represented in the organisation and guarantee an invite to interview for all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.

Safeguarding

Guide Dogs is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk of harm with whom we work. We expect all our employees and volunteers to fully share this commitment.

We reserve the right to close adverts early.

If you are successful you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. We cannot provide sponsorship for this role.

Working within Huggard’s senior management team comprising the Open Access Manager, Accommodation Pathway Manager and reporting to the Chief Executive, this role will develop, support and drive forward all of Huggard’s Open Access Services, focussed around Huggard’s multi-disciplinary Critical Intervention Centre, supporting people who are experiencing homelessness.

If you have a passion for making a difference to people’s lives and have the relevant skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a personal statement, of no more than 3 pages, demonstrating how you meet the job role and person specification 

Alzheimer’s Research UK is the UK’s leading dementia research charity dedicated to diagnosis, prevention, treatment and cure. Backed by our passionate scientists and supporters, we’re challenging the way people think about dementia, bringing together the people and organisations who can speed up progress, and investing in research to make life-changing breakthroughs possible.

By working at Alzheimer’s Research UK, you will be part of an organisation that has been recognised nationally as an outstanding place to work. In 2020, we were listed 39th in the prestigious Sunday Times 100 Best Not-for-Profit Organisations to Work For.  We were also awarded a 2-star accreditation by Best Companies, recognising outstanding levels of workplace engagement and were listed in the 75 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.

The Research Informatics Team are responsible for leading the coordination of the Early Detection of Neurodegenerative Diseases (EDoN) initiative. EDoN is a growing and exciting collaboration with more than 13 organisations. This partnership will create a digital toolkit and machine learning models to enable the detection of specific dementia causing diseases decades before overt cognitive symptoms become apparent. The EDoN coordination group led by the Research Informatics Team, provides support to the EDoN initiative and its partners in the following areas: project management, policy and ethics, communications, capacity building, governance and legislation.

The Senior Research Informatics Programme Manager will lead, manage and coordinate the activities across the Research Informatics Team to support the EDoN initiative and its partners to achieve their goals.  Reporting into the Head of Research Informatics, the Senior Research Informatics Programme Manager will help to lead the coordination of technology projects related to early detection, lead the operations of the EDoN coordination group, facilitate the engagement across the EDoN initiative and guide the success of the development and adoption of the EDoN toolkit for early detection

Main duties and responsibilities of the role:

Collaboration

• Contribute to the strategic direction and operational aims of the EDoN initiative, by identifying solutions and making recommendations.  Support the collective decisions made and act as a key advocate to implement and embed the agreed activities.
• Identify and communicate emerging issues of significance and propose solutions to key stakeholders.
• Work closely and collaboratively with Teams across ARUK to maximise the potential of all activities relating to EDoN.
• Support the EDoN Implementation Teams (Hubs), especially the Digital Hub with the evaluation, development and adoption of technology, platforms and applications for capturing, managing and visualising complex data.
• Work with the three Hubs and technology providers to set the strategy, roadmap, and feature definition for the development of the EDoN toolkit.
• Work with the Research Informatics Engagement Manager to identify and facilitate strategic collaboration opportunities for the EDoN initiative, especially with technology providers.
• Work with the Research Informatics Project Manager to ensure the implementation teams deliver on time, within scope and budget.
• Work with the key stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks and develop and promote a strong governance framework.

Best Practice

• Apply best practices in business analysis/user-centred design processes, including user stories and task modelling, user journey mapping, usability and feasibility testing, stakeholder management to ensure working groups successfully discover and meet user and stakeholder goals.
• Drive processes for effective engagement, including facilitating internal and external workshops/meetings, coordinating training, and networking activities to support EDoN data science activities.
• Apply best practices in project management processes, to coordinate and support delivery across internal cross-functional teams.

Team Management

• Provide strong leadership and support to the Research Informatics Team, through coaching, mentoring and developing individuals to deliver an effective and efficient service across the charity.  Carry out performance appraisal meetings and effectively promote team building and collaborative working to deliver the strategic and operational plans.
• Responsible for inputting into and translating the Research Informatics Team strategy and for executing the operational plans for the team.
• Accountable for the strategic/operational performance of the Research Informatics Team.
• Responsible for identifying third party needs for the Research Informatics Team and following risk, compliance and procurement procedures.

Relationship Management

• Represent the Research Informatics Team internally and externally, supporting the Head of Research Informatics to maintain excellent working relationships with internal teams and external partners.

Influencing

• Deliver engaging presentations and messaging.
• Represent ARUK at external events such as at national and international conferences. 

Other

• Provide support with the annual operational planning, budgeting and reforecasting process, ensuring that actual expenditure delivers within budgeted targets.
• Continuously develop professional knowledge and expertise, attending relevant meetings and conferences to ensure up to date knowledge is relevant to the role.
• Undertake any other relevant duties and projects delegated by the Head of Research Informatics in line with the responsibilities of the post.

What we are looking for:

• Doctorate in technology or biomedical research, or equivalent experience
• Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills
• Excellent skills supporting and coaching colleagues
• Excellent skills delegating work and empowering direct reports
• Proven work experience in project management and coordination, ideally for clinical, data or technology projects
• Experience in designing and delivering digital products, such as software applications, toolkits, and IoTs/wearables
• Proven skills in workshop facilitation/moderation
• Experience fostering and strengthening strategic collaborations in the context of public-private partnerships
• Experience of leading and managing a team
• Exemplary leadership skills with both practical and short/long term strategic vision; ability to build relationships and inspire confidence and respect at all levels; strong team player.
• Excellent communicator – able to build rapport and demonstrate strong influencing, negotiation skills and decision-making skills; excellent listening skills, receptive to feedback and demonstrates flexibility, curiosity, and an ability to learn.
• Ability to explain complex information to all stakeholders.
• Ability to write and present comprehensive reports to the relevant stakeholders.
• Demonstrates and encourages ownership and responsibility; drive/motivation - has a “can-do” attitude and is committed to delivering results and strives for continuous improvement.
• A good blend of strategic and analytical thinking; innovative personality; able to see the bigger picture and set future direction.
• Strong ethical standards and a high level of personal integrity.

Location: Granta Park, near Cambridge.

Salary: Circa £50,000 per annum, plus benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack for more details.

The closing date for applications is the 6th October 2020, with interviews to be held on the 14th October 2020, via Microsoft Teams. Please indicate in your cover letter if you are unable to attend on this date.

To be considered, please create an online account using our Online Recruitment System which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies Page. You will be able to attach a CV and covering letter to your application, track your application and view other vacancies that may be of interest.

To view further details about this role and the benefits of working for us please visit the Alzheimer’s Research UK website.

Following funding from the City Bridge Trust, we are now looking to recruit a befriender to deliver a quality befriending service to older people in Tower Hamlets, to elders of Bangladeshi origin who may be experiencing loneliness, depression or dementia. This involves befriending older people and supporting them in a variety of practical ways helping to alleviate their loneliness through companionship through face to face visits and telephone. The overall aim of the post is to provide a social outlet for older people, to give them the support and information that they need and to help them develop greater independence, increase their social networks and enable them to lead a more fulfilling life. 

Send CV and covering letter setting out how you meet the requirements

The Mental Health Foundation is the UK’s leading charity for everyone’s mental health.  We are home to Mental Health Awareness Week and, with prevention at the heart of what we do, we aim to find and address the sources of mental health problems so that people and communities can thrive.

Our focus is on three key areas:

1. Impact

We systematically consider how to scale ideas informed by evidence.  We build partnerships and alliances that increase the impact and reach of our work.

2. Influence

We harness evidence and the voice of lived experience to advocate for preventive approaches and create campaigns which tackle the root causes of poor mental health. 

3. Integrity

We continue to build a strong organisation that lives its values - that is open, kind, outward-looking and sustainable.

We have pioneered change for 70 years and we are not afraid to challenge the status quo. Come join us!

This exciting Project Manager role will deliver multiple projects for school leavers and university students that promote positive mental health and wellbeing at key educational transitions.  From pre-university to university and between years, focusing on prevention and early intervention through peer-led programmes of educational activities.  

What does the role involve?

• Designing curriculum and training for psychoeducation packages
• Facilitating coproduction with students and school leavers
• Managing relationships with external partners
• Working closely with research and communications teams to evaluate and promote projects effectively

What skills, knowledge and experience are we looking for?

• Evidenced strong experience of working in partnership and co-production, preferably in the field of mental health and/or working with young people
• Demonstrable excellent project management skills
• Demonstrable strong experience of writing and designing curriculum and training for youth programmes for print and digital use
• Demonstrable strong experience of facilitating workshops

Why should you join the Mental Health Foundation?

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 27 after 5 years’ service

• 3 closure days between Christmas and New Year
• Up to 3 wellbeing days per annum
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous non-contributory pension scheme, 8% at 3 months service, rising to 10% at 6 months service employer contribution
• Life Assurance Scheme at four times annual salary
• Flexible working
• Season Ticket Loan
• Cycle to work scheme

Please note that for safeguarding purposes, all our roles require an enhanced DBS check.  Also, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK. 

How to apply

If you think your skills, knowledge and experience  match and you’d like to be part of a dynamic and growing organisation, please apply through our website job page.  Please note that all sections of the application form should be completed as CVs will not be accepted.  Applications will close at midnight on 7th October 2020.  Interviews are planned for 15th October 2020.  You will be asked to prepare a presentation as part of the interview process.

Diversity is greatly valued at the Foundation.  Applications from all sections of the community are actively encouraged.  If you have a disability, require any additional support or have any questions regarding the role, again please contact us through our website jobs section.

Due to Covid-19 and until further notice, we are operating digital recruitment (including interviews via video conferencing) and on-boarding processes.  We are blending office and homeworking until further notice.

We look forward to hearing from you!