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Bid Writer
Location: Remote
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Working Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Benefits: 30 days holiday (including bank holidays and Eid al Fitr and Eid al Adha).
Introduction
Join All Ways Network (AWN) and play a central role in empowering grassroots Muslim organisations across the UK by securing critical funding and expanding sector capacity.
Role Summary
As our Bid Writer, you will strategically lead AWN’s fundraising support to grassroots primarily Muslim-led organisations. You will help shape the service and act as the primary advisor on grant funding, deliver high-quality bids, and build AWN’s capacity to increase the flow of resources into underserved communities. This is a chance to directly contribute to lasting social change for underrepresented Muslim communities in the UK.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and support bid writing for grassroots organisations aligned with AWN’s priorities.
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Write grant applications directly on behalf of multiple small grassroots organisations, ensuring proposals are tailored to each funder's priorities and the unique strengths of each group.
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Design and deliver training sessions, webinars, and 1-to-1 support on grant writing.
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Build strategic relationships with funders, local councils, and second-tier organisations.
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Promote AWN’s funding support services across networks and platforms.
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Represent AWN at sector events and advocacy platforms.
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Track and evaluate the impact of bid writing support to inform strategy, reporting, and learning. Use feedback from unsuccessful bids to build learning resources and improve future applications.
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Maintain accurate CRM records and reporting systems.
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Any other duties deemed appropriate for the role.
Person Specification
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Demonstrated experience in writing successful bids or grant applications
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Strong understanding of the UK charity and funding landscape
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Cultural competency and understanding of issues affecting UK Muslim communities
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Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines
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Experience of working in small and dynamic teams
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Proficiency in Microsoft 365, CRM systems and familiar with digital platforms
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Experience delivering training or webinars
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Established relationships in the UK funding or Muslim charity sector
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Experience working in a start-up or small charity environment
This role is currently remote and we will expect some travel into London for planned in-person meetings.
Candidates will be shortlisted based on the experience outlined in their CV along with their covering letter and their responses to the pre-screening questions.
Closing Date: Friday 1st August 2025
Interviews in-person at City of London, UK - week commencing 11th August 2025.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Who we're looking for
Brilliant storyteller with confidence in their digital marketing, copywriting and PR skills.
Changemaker who is excited about embedding and championing our new brand.
Motivated communicator who will improve engagement with our stakeholders.
Creative leader who enjoys a proactive and responsive environment.
Impact and evidence champion to influence target audiences, raise awareness and garner support.
Values-led collaborator who will build strong relationships with our team, members and strategic partners.
Our focus is on creating libraries of tomorrow with children and young people today.
We want all children and young people to feel at home at the library, to be understood, empowered and inspired. Our collaborative network is made up of member, partners and supporters. We believe in the need for safe spaces and real-life connections to support the demands of modern life. Together, we’re creating change, and you can be a part of it.
Our charity is going through a rebirth, with a new name, strategy and brand identity launching this autumn. This is a pivotal time for a passionate, skilled communicator to join our team. We’re looking for someone to bring the energy and expertise to take us into this new chapter and to new heights, maximising impact and reach.
We are an Arts Council England Investment Principles Support Organisation. Our members are leaders in children and young people’s public libraries and schools library services (SLS).
What’s important to us needs to be important to you too. We want to focus on impact, to work openly, to collaborate with and learn from others, to take the time to care for ourselves and each other, and to have fun together. We want to build an environmentally sustainable charity, and we want to be celebrated as an inclusion changemaker in the sector.
Experience as a communications professional is essential and you’ll be energised by the opportunity to:
- Raise our profile higher within the sector.
- Raise awareness of the range of activities and impacts libraries deliver for children and young people through research, evidence and compelling communication.
- Develop, manage and deliver targeted advocacy for public libraries and schools library services.
- Maintain and cultivate proactive relationships with advocacy and influencing partners to ensure children and young people are always represented in national policy discussions.
- Embed and champion a strong brand, which supports our members and resonates with new stakeholders to ensure we are the ‘go to partner’ for children and young people’s libraries.
- Maximise our use of existing and new research and data to evidence the impact of library services for children and young people’s and schools library services.
- Promote the sector-leading work of our charity, grow our membership and develop new and innovative ways to increase our reach and engagement.
- Develop a strong case for support to attract new funders and supporters.
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. If you would like to discuss specific requirements, please get in touch.
Further information including the role description and application form is available on our website.
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Creating libraries of tomorrow with children and young people today.
Thank you!
Job Title: Peer Supporter, Ayrshire and Arran
Salary: £10,483.20 pro-rata (£22,932 FTE)
Working Hours: 16 hours per week
Contract: Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2026
Location: Community Based
Benefits: NCT membership with access to exclusive benefits, pension scheme, 30 days annual leave plus 8 bank and public holiday.
About us at the NCT
NCT is a charity with a clear mission: to support people as they become parents, through pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood.
With a 65-year history of transformative change, we are a vibrant community of volunteers, practitioners, peer supporters, members and advocates. We are the largest parenting charity in the country and over the decades we’ve supported millions of people on their unique journey into parenthood.
While many know us for our antenatal classes, we also do much more. We campaign on issues that matter to parents, provide infant feeding support, and run thousands of free community events and activities led by our amazing volunteers. We also support families facing challenges like social isolation, feeding difficulties, and poor mental health. We offer support in communities, in hospitals and online.
NCT is committed to social justice and equity. We are dedicated to being an anti-racist charity and believe that inclusion is everyone's responsibility. Being there for every parent requires bold action to challenge inequalities. By creating inclusive spaces and services that are built on collaboration and trust, we welcome and celebrate diversity and strive to meet the needs of the pregnant women, new parents, families and communities that we serve.
As the world changes and new challenges are thrown up for parents, our charity must change too. Join us now and be part of this journey, and ensure that every parent feels connected, confident and safe.
About the Role
Our Ayrshire and Arran Infant Feeding Peer Support Project is commissioned by NHS Ayrshire and Arran to offer infant feeding support as part of the integrated Infant Feeding service. The support is delivered, on a one to one basis to the families from an antenatal through to when your baby is 6-8 weeks old, in families homes, via phone, text and video calls.
Some of the key responsibilities of the role include:
· Providing one to one breastfeeding support to families within Ayrshire and Arran, at peoples homes, via phone, text and video calls.
· Inputting information onto patients records within platforms used by the health professionals in the region.
· To report any concerns or additional support needs of women to the NCT management team and/or Infant Feeding Lead for referral onto partner agencies as appropriate.
· To attend regular supervision/support sessions.
· Having a good working knowledge and understanding of the local demographics in the Ayrshire and Arran area and ensuring all support is accessible and inclusive.
· Ensure that data collection and feedback is collected in a timely manner in an inclusive way.
You must have good communication skills and be able to build relationships and create a rapport with a wide range of people easily. This is a large project and covers multiple locations so you must be able to confidently prioritise your own work, be highly organised and able to work independently.
Being able to make decisions and respond appropriately to our staff, peer supporters and parents and other external stakeholders is essential, alongside good IT skills– including Outlook, Word and Excel – and you must have good attention to detail.
It is essential for this post that you undertake the training to become an NCT Breastfeeding Peer Supporter. This requires experience of giving breast milk. The training can be undertaken within your working hours.
The role is 16 hours per week which to be worked in 4 hours shifts over 4 days. This role is based within the community across Ayrshire and Arran.
About you
· Are you willing to undertake our Peer Supporter training? (Requires experience in giving breast milk)
· Can you work at pace and juggle a number of different priorities?
· Are you passionate about supporting families to reach their parenting and feeding goals and contribute to their positive wellbeing?
· Do you want to join an amazing Charity that supports parents across the UK?
· Would you like to be part of an amazing team of passionate staff?
If so, please apply today!
What we offer
We are taking positive action to increase diversity throughout our organisation, at all levels, and to nurture a culture of inclusion for all our people and the parents and families that we support.
We are committed to zero discrimination both internally and externally regardless of visible or invisible difference such as sex, sexual orientation, age, race, ethnicity, disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, religion or belief, gender identity, economic class, marital/civil partnership, family status including single parents, socio-economic background and pregnancy and maternity.We provide reasonable adjustments and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.
We welcome and actively encourage applications from all candidates including those from under-represented groups within NCT such as individuals from Black, Asian or minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQI+ people and people with a disability.
The welfare and safety of individuals is at the heart of everything that we do. NCT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Closing date: 23:59 31/07/2025
Interviews: Week beginning 04/08/2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Barnabas International is a large family of Christian ministries and charities focused on
giving practical support to suffering, abandoned and persecuted Christians around the
world. The ministry was founded in 1993, and since then, it has funded projects in more
than 100 countries, providing hope and help to millions of our brothers and sisters in Christ.
Some of our key projects include supplying food aid, medical supplies, educational and
vocational training, Bibles, micro-enterprise, disaster relief, help for victims of violence,
and support for pastors and church leaders. Barnabas Aid also provides advocacy for
religious freedom, especially for persecuted and suffering Christians.
Barnabas is primarily a Christian ministry and a charity. Employees are expected to
subscribe to the Vision, Mission, Value and Statement of Faith, and their work may be viewed
as being vocational. There is an occupational requirement for applicants to be practising
Christians, who are engaged in their local church, in order to be able to carry out our roles.
Overview of the Regional Coordinator role and the team
The Regional Coordinator plays a vital role in advancing the mission of Barnabas Aid by
building and nurturing relationships with churches, Christian organisations, and
individuals. The role aims to raise awareness, prayer, and financial support for the
persecuted church, fostering a network of engaged supporters and expanding the
organisation’s outreach.
Main duties and responsibilities
Strategy Implementation and Reporting:o Develop and execute regional outreach strategies aligned with organisational
goals.
o Monitor and evaluate engagement initiatives, providing regular updates and
reports.
o Maintain accurate records of engagements and donor activities using internal
systems.
Prayer Mobilisation:
o Host regular prayer meetings (virtual or in-person) for the region.
o Disseminate prayer resources and stay updated on current prayer requests.
o Attend daily organisational devotions in-person or online, unless this is not possible
due to an event or meeting.
Awareness Raising:
o Speak at churches, schools, conferences, and community events to share
Barnabas Aid’s mission.
o Collaborate with churches and Christian networks to organise awareness events
and campaigns.
o Distribute resources and materials to inform communities about the persecuted
church and suffering Christians.
o Network widely and to explore potential partnerships.
Income Generation and Donations:
o Cultivate relationships with potential supporters and donors.
o Plan and execute regional fundraising initiatives, including events and campaigns.
o Encourage financial and other resource donations, ensuring effective donor
stewardship.
Volunteer Development and Engagement:
o Recruit (when possible) train, and mentor volunteers to support outreach activities
providing resources and regular communication.
o Coordinate volunteer activities to align with regional and organisational strategies.
Community Engagement and Networking:
o Build and maintain strong relationships with church leaders, mission committees,
and Christian organisations.
o Collaborate with other Regional Coordinators to share best practices and
coordinate efforts.
o Attend conferences and networking events to expand Barnabas Aid’s reach and
influence.
Event and International Collaboration:o Contribute to planning and attend national conferences, festivals, and events.
o Participate in international trips to meet project partners, witness project impact, to
assist or lead in auditing a project and share insights with supporters and
colleagues.
Operational Flexibility:
o Manage a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, and extensive travel.
o Ensure tasks are completed efficiently, including additional assignments as
needed.
Other duties:
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties. From time to time, the employee may be
asked or required to carry out other additional tasks, or duties, over and above their usual
day to day activities. Employees are expected to work collaboratively to support the
overall work of Barnabas Aid.
Essential:
o Practicing Christian who is engaged in his/her local church and is committed to
Barnabas Aid’s mission and values.
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience: (You will demonstrate strong evidence in the following areas)
o Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
o Strong organisational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities.
o Proficiency - Microsoft Office Pack including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and
Outlook.
o General Computer Proficiency - Understanding of file management, navigating
operating systems, and using productivity tools. (creating folders and managing
files in the cloud).
o Experienced in public speaking.
o Full driving licence
Desirable:
o Proven experience in community outreach, church engagement, or related fields.
o Familiarity with digital tools and social media platforms.
o Evidence of further education and an ability to engage diverse audiences.
o Previous church leadership experience is an advantage.
Person specification:
o Effective project management and organisational skills.
o Strong interpersonal and emotional intelligence for relationship building.
o Flexibility and adaptability to changing circumstances.
o Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
o Team worker with ability to work alone
o Ability to self-manage with a commitment to time keeping.o Motivated, adaptable and empathetic with a one-team approach and a problem-
solving mindset.
Additional Information:
o This role requires a strong ability to independently manage your time and tasks
effectively.
o Collaborative engagement with other Regional Coordinators and organisational
teams.
o From time to time, additional training, including safeguarding training, may be
required.
o The offer of employment will be subject to the appropriate pre-employment checks
such as references, qualifications, DBS criminal records, and eligibility to work in the
UK.
Barnabas Aid provides our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables
everyone to develop and to do their best work collectively and individually. Join us and you
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We aim to support Christian communities, churches and individuals around the world who face persecution and discrimination because of their Faith.
Thank you!
Help communities thrive by bringing people together
Are you an experienced project manager who’s passionate about inclusion, cohesion, and community-led change? Would you like to lead a dynamic programme that builds bridges between people of different faiths, ethnicities and backgrounds in some of the most diverse parts of England?
Near Neighbours is seeking a skilled and committed Programme Manager to lead the delivery of our national programme. Working closely with a network of regional hubs and local partners, you will ensure high-quality delivery of a new programme of work that focuses on:
- Youth voice, enterprise and leadership
- Understanding and countering misinformation
- Deepening local partnerships and outreach
- Inclusive community leadership and dialogue
- Building long-term sustainability and shared learning
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a wide-ranging portfolio with national reach and local depth. You'll work closely with regional partners to support delivery, manage reporting and learning, and help shape new strands of work responding to emerging issues in social cohesion. You’ll also contribute to strategic conversations about community impact, programme development, and storytelling.
We’re looking for someone who brings a combination of practical delivery skills, insight into local community dynamics, and a deep belief in the value of inclusion and connection. You will likely have:
- Strong experience of managing community, cohesion or social impact programmes
- Excellent relationship-building and communication skills
- Experience working with faith groups, grassroots organisations, or in culturally diverse settings
- Strong planning, reporting, and project management capabilities
- Confidence working independently and collaboratively across multiple workstreams
You’ll join a small, committed and friendly team with a strong sense of purpose. We offer flexible, remote working, with regular team connection days and travel to community partners around the country. You’ll have a chance to shape real impact at the intersection of faith, inclusion and community life.
HOW TO APPLY
Potential Applicants: If you’re interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience, we’d still love to hear from you. We don’t expect everyone to meet all of the criteria listed.
To apply: email an up-to-date CV and covering letter (up to 2 sides of A4) outlining your relevant skills and experience, relating to the listed responsibilities and person specification
Applications close: 9am Monday 28th July 2025.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Barnabas International is a large family of Christian ministries and charities focused on
giving practical support to suffering, abandoned and persecuted Christians around the
world. The ministry was founded in 1993, and since then, it has funded projects in more
than 100 countries, providing hope and help to millions of our brothers and sisters in Christ.
Some of our key projects include supplying food aid, medical supplies, educational and
vocational training, Bibles, micro-enterprise, disaster relief, help for victims of violence,
and support for pastors and church leaders. Barnabas Aid also provides advocacy for
religious freedom, especially for persecuted and suffering Christians.
Barnabas is primarily a Christian ministry and a charity. Employees are expected to
subscribe to the Vision, Mission, Value and Statement of Faith, and their work may be viewed
as being vocational. There is an occupational requirement for applicants to be practising
Christians, who are engaged in their local church, in order to be able to carry out our roles.
Overview of the Regional Coordinator role and the team
The Regional Coordinator plays a vital role in advancing the mission of Barnabas Aid by
building and nurturing relationships with churches, Christian organisations, and
individuals. The role aims to raise awareness, prayer, and financial support for the
persecuted church, fostering a network of engaged supporters and expanding the
organisation’s outreach.
Main duties and responsibilities
Strategy Implementation and Reporting:o Develop and execute regional outreach strategies aligned with organisational
goals.
o Monitor and evaluate engagement initiatives, providing regular updates and
reports.
o Maintain accurate records of engagements and donor activities using internal
systems.
Prayer Mobilisation:
o Host regular prayer meetings (virtual or in-person) for the region.
o Disseminate prayer resources and stay updated on current prayer requests.
o Attend daily organisational devotions in-person or online, unless this is not possible
due to an event or meeting.
Awareness Raising:
o Speak at churches, schools, conferences, and community events to share
Barnabas Aid’s mission.
o Collaborate with churches and Christian networks to organise awareness events
and campaigns.
o Distribute resources and materials to inform communities about the persecuted
church and suffering Christians.
o Network widely and to explore potential partnerships.
Income Generation and Donations:
o Cultivate relationships with potential supporters and donors.
o Plan and execute regional fundraising initiatives, including events and campaigns.
o Encourage financial and other resource donations, ensuring effective donor
stewardship.
Volunteer Development and Engagement:
o Recruit (when possible) train, and mentor volunteers to support outreach activities
providing resources and regular communication.
o Coordinate volunteer activities to align with regional and organisational strategies.
Community Engagement and Networking:
o Build and maintain strong relationships with church leaders, mission committees,
and Christian organisations.
o Collaborate with other Regional Coordinators to share best practices and
coordinate efforts.
o Attend conferences and networking events to expand Barnabas Aid’s reach and
influence.
Event and International Collaboration:o Contribute to planning and attend national conferences, festivals, and events.
o Participate in international trips to meet project partners, witness project impact, to
assist or lead in auditing a project and share insights with supporters and
colleagues.
Operational Flexibility:
o Manage a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, and extensive travel.
o Ensure tasks are completed efficiently, including additional assignments as
needed.
Other duties:
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties. From time to time, the employee may be
asked or required to carry out other additional tasks, or duties, over and above their usual
day to day activities. Employees are expected to work collaboratively to support the
overall work of Barnabas Aid.
Essential:
o Practicing Christian who is engaged in his/her local church and is committed to
Barnabas Aid’s mission and values.
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience: (You will demonstrate strong evidence in the following areas)
o Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
o Strong organisational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities.
o Proficiency - Microsoft Office Pack including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and
Outlook.
o General Computer Proficiency - Understanding of file management, navigating
operating systems, and using productivity tools. (creating folders and managing
files in the cloud).
o Experienced in public speaking.
o Full driving licence
Desirable:
o Proven experience in community outreach, church engagement, or related fields.
o Familiarity with digital tools and social media platforms.
o Evidence of further education and an ability to engage diverse audiences.
o Previous church leadership experience is an advantage.
Person specification:
o Effective project management and organisational skills.
o Strong interpersonal and emotional intelligence for relationship building.
o Flexibility and adaptability to changing circumstances.
o Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
o Team worker with ability to work alone
o Ability to self-manage with a commitment to time keeping.o Motivated, adaptable and empathetic with a one-team approach and a problem-
solving mindset.
Additional Information:
o This role requires a strong ability to independently manage your time and tasks
effectively.
o Collaborative engagement with other Regional Coordinators and organisational
teams.
o From time to time, additional training, including safeguarding training, may be
required.
o The offer of employment will be subject to the appropriate pre-employment checks
such as references, qualifications, DBS criminal records, and eligibility to work in the
UK.
Barnabas Aid provides our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables
everyone to develop and to do their best work collectively and individually. Join us and you
Registered Charity
51 - 100
We aim to support Christian communities, churches and individuals around the world who face persecution and discrimination because of their Faith.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Just over a year ago, Children Not Numbers was founded in response to the unprecedented crisis facing Palestinian children in Gaza.
Our UK-based medico-legal NGO was established to be a voice for the most vulnerable and innocent victims: children. We chose the name Children Not Numbers to acknowledge that the dead and wounded are not simply statistics.
From the very beginning, our mission has been clear: to provide life-saving medical care, rehabilitation, and long-term support to children affected by war and poverty. Our six core objectives are:
- Immediate short-term medical evacuation
- Medical aid delivery
- Sustainable rehabilitation support
- Advocacy for children’s rights
- Educational programme implementation
- Supporting junior Gazan medics
We are looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Fundraising Assistant to support our growing and ambitious fundraising team. This diverse role is key to helping us raise vital funds through individual giving, community fundraising initiatives, and challenge events. You’ll support the smooth running of our regular giving programme, handle general fundraising administration and ensure excellent supporter care and team efficiency.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
To be considered for this role, it is essential that you:
- Have 1+ years' employment within a charity or NGO, ideally within a fundraising team or an international development organisation.
- Reside in the UK and hold right to work status
- Are already set up, or are able to set up, in order to fulfil a contractor role (this is not a PAYE employee position)
You will also be skilled in:
- Managing multiple tasks and deadlines within a fast-paced environment
- Written and verbal communication
- Demonstrating a high attention to detail and accuracy
- Using databases and online platforms (training will be provided)
- Acting as a team player with a positive, can-do attitude
It would be highly desirable if you:
- Bring lived experience of or strong affinity with the cause
- Are familiar with CRM systems, such as Beacon, Salesforce, Donorfy or Raisers Edge)
- Have knowledge of fundraising best practices and donor stewardship
Application is initially by CV only. Cover letters are not required for initial application. Therefore please ensure that the essential/desirable person specification points above are made clear on your CV.
Please do not contact Children Not Numbers directly - recruitment for this role is being managed solely via the CharityJob portal.
Due to a high volume of applications, we are only able to respond to candidates who are shortlisted for interview. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of your application, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful. Thank you for your interest in the role and for taking the time to apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Barnabas International is a large family of Christian ministries and charities focused on
giving practical support to suffering, abandoned and persecuted Christians around the
world. The ministry was founded in 1993, and since then, it has funded projects in more
than 100 countries, providing hope and help to millions of our brothers and sisters in Christ.
Some of our key projects include supplying food aid, medical supplies, educational and
vocational training, Bibles, micro-enterprise, disaster relief, help for victims of violence,
and support for pastors and church leaders. Barnabas Aid also provides advocacy for
religious freedom, especially for persecuted and suffering Christians.
Barnabas is primarily a Christian ministry and a charity. Employees are expected to
subscribe to the Vision, Mission, Value and Statement of Faith, and their work may be viewed
as being vocational. There is an occupational requirement for applicants to be practising
Christians, who are engaged in their local church, in order to be able to carry out our roles.
Overview of the Regional Coordinator role and the team
The Regional Coordinator plays a vital role in advancing the mission of Barnabas Aid by
building and nurturing relationships with churches, Christian organisations, and
individuals. The role aims to raise awareness, prayer, and financial support for the
persecuted church, fostering a network of engaged supporters and expanding the
organisation’s outreach.
Main duties and responsibilities
Strategy Implementation and Reporting:o Develop and execute regional outreach strategies aligned with organisational
goals.
o Monitor and evaluate engagement initiatives, providing regular updates and
reports.
o Maintain accurate records of engagements and donor activities using internal
systems.
Prayer Mobilisation:
o Host regular prayer meetings (virtual or in-person) for the region.
o Disseminate prayer resources and stay updated on current prayer requests.
o Attend daily organisational devotions in-person or online, unless this is not possible
due to an event or meeting.
Awareness Raising:
o Speak at churches, schools, conferences, and community events to share
Barnabas Aid’s mission.
o Collaborate with churches and Christian networks to organise awareness events
and campaigns.
o Distribute resources and materials to inform communities about the persecuted
church and suffering Christians.
o Network widely and to explore potential partnerships.
Income Generation and Donations:
o Cultivate relationships with potential supporters and donors.
o Plan and execute regional fundraising initiatives, including events and campaigns.
o Encourage financial and other resource donations, ensuring effective donor
stewardship.
Volunteer Development and Engagement:
o Recruit (when possible) train, and mentor volunteers to support outreach activities
providing resources and regular communication.
o Coordinate volunteer activities to align with regional and organisational strategies.
Community Engagement and Networking:
o Build and maintain strong relationships with church leaders, mission committees,
and Christian organisations.
o Collaborate with other Regional Coordinators to share best practices and
coordinate efforts.
o Attend conferences and networking events to expand Barnabas Aid’s reach and
influence.
Event and International Collaboration:o Contribute to planning and attend national conferences, festivals, and events.
o Participate in international trips to meet project partners, witness project impact, to
assist or lead in auditing a project and share insights with supporters and
colleagues.
Operational Flexibility:
o Manage a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, and extensive travel.
o Ensure tasks are completed efficiently, including additional assignments as
needed.
Other duties:
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties. From time to time, the employee may be
asked or required to carry out other additional tasks, or duties, over and above their usual
day to day activities. Employees are expected to work collaboratively to support the
overall work of Barnabas Aid.
Essential:
o Practicing Christian who is engaged in his/her local church and is committed to
Barnabas Aid’s mission and values.
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience: (You will demonstrate strong evidence in the following areas)
o Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
o Strong organisational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities.
o Proficiency - Microsoft Office Pack including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and
Outlook.
o General Computer Proficiency - Understanding of file management, navigating
operating systems, and using productivity tools. (creating folders and managing
files in the cloud).
o Experienced in public speaking.
o Full driving licence
Desirable:
o Proven experience in community outreach, church engagement, or related fields.
o Familiarity with digital tools and social media platforms.
o Evidence of further education and an ability to engage diverse audiences.
o Previous church leadership experience is an advantage.
Person specification:
o Effective project management and organisational skills.
o Strong interpersonal and emotional intelligence for relationship building.
o Flexibility and adaptability to changing circumstances.
o Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
o Team worker with ability to work alone
o Ability to self-manage with a commitment to time keeping.o Motivated, adaptable and empathetic with a one-team approach and a problem-
solving mindset.
Additional Information:
o This role requires a strong ability to independently manage your time and tasks
effectively.
o Collaborative engagement with other Regional Coordinators and organisational
teams.
o From time to time, additional training, including safeguarding training, may be
required.
o The offer of employment will be subject to the appropriate pre-employment checks
such as references, qualifications, DBS criminal records, and eligibility to work in the
UK.
Barnabas Aid provides our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables
everyone to develop and to do their best work collectively and individually. Join us and you
Registered Charity
51 - 100
We aim to support Christian communities, churches and individuals around the world who face persecution and discrimination because of their Faith.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Purpose of the post
The Engagement and Involvement Lead will engage with young people, families, schools and other interest-holders in the process of designing, delivering and ensuring the best outputs from the Adolescent Health Study, and is critical for the success of the project. We are at the early stages of laying the foundations for this and in this new role we are seeking an experienced and passionate individual to co-ordinate and lead AHS’s cross-UK participant and public involvement and engagement activities.
This is a role that requires high levels of confidence, autonomy, enthusiasm and skill. The postholder will be responsible for delivering the project’s new Engagement and Involvement Strategy, including: establishing and coordinating a Young Persons’ Advisory Group for AHS; developing and delivering AHS public engagement and involvement activities; outsourcing and supervising engagement and involvement activities that are better provided by external partners; scoping and advising on which routes for involvement and engagement activities are best suited to different tasks.
Main responsibilities
Planning & strategy delivery
· Ensuring the study delivers the values and approaches set out in the AHS engagement and involvement strategy
· Planning, delivering and reporting on an ongoing, regular and important programme of engagement events and activities
· Reviewing/revising/adding to existing policies, processes and procedures to support effective working together with people and communities (such as reimbursement, compensation, making reasonable adjustments)
· Developing and implementing appropriate evaluation, monitoring and reporting of Community Engagement & Involvement
· Keeping up to date with good practice & sector advances and sharing these with the AHS team.
Practical engagement and involvement
· Developing methods to enhance engagement and involvement, and helping to build positive relationships with young people and stakeholder groups, including charities, third sector & advocacy groups
· Overseeing day-to-day planning & delivery of a high-quality engagement and involvement programme. To include, for example:
o Managing and supporting Youth Advisors
o Recruiting and running a standing Young People’s Advisory Group (YPAG)
o Organising & delivering other ad hoc engagement activities as necessary
· Securing external partners where necessary, and managing contracts and delivery of their work across the UK
· Ensuring that any external parties (e.g. organisations, freelancers, consultants) supporting AHS’s involvement and engagement work have clear roles, responsibilities & goals
· Working with the Head of Communications to develop and manage provision of relevant information to members of the public, teachers, young people & researchers
· Keep clear records of involvement and engagement activities, ensuring results are used to inform the study and the wider research community.
Team support
- Checking for and capitalising on possible opportunities for engagement and involvement to be embedded in the work of the wider team
- Ensuring appropriate induction, training, mentoring and support is organised for the research team and communities involved
- Sharing examples of emerging good practice and CEI (Community Engagement & Involvement) impact across the research team.
Wider
- Contributing to shared learning and future sustainability as part of wider CEI communities of practice
- Acting as a key point of contact for community members and partners involved in the research
- Representing and presenting the AHS study’s engagement and involvement work to the wider research community at a senior level, including in national engagement & involvement networks as necessary.
Knowledge, skills and experience
Essential criteria
· Undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field
· Experience developing and delivering engagement and involvement activities with young people and other relevant interest-holders (such as parents, families, teachers and schools)
· A proven track record or professional background in working with young people – such as in youth work, counselling, mentoring, education, or a related setting
· Understanding and experience of good practice in youth engagement and involvement, including the principles and implementation of safeguarding, data protection, and inclusive practice
· Awareness of culturally sensitive approaches and methods to be inclusive of all relevant perspectives, including marginalised and vulnerable groups
· Experience of successful project management and ability to deliver, working independently.
· Ability to design and deliver workshops, focus groups or meetings that encourage open dialogue and collaboration
· Ability to manage a budget and report on financial activity accurately
· Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team, with experience of working alongside and influencing senior level professionals
· Research literacy, with a clear understanding of large UK-wide research initiatives and the various competing demands and pressures the study will face
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills - able to communicate effectively and confidently with a range of stakeholders and to summarise and report key information clearly and accurately, both verbally and in writing
· Demonstrated commitment to youth participation and the meaningful inclusion of young people’s perspectives.
· Confident using online tools (e.g. MS Teams, Zoom), and collaborative platforms (e.g. SharePoint, Microsoft 365)
Desirable criteria
· Relevant qualification in engagement and involvement
· Post-graduate degree or equivalent experience
· Understanding of key concepts and challenges in young people’s health and wellbeing and the transition to adulthood
· Familiarity with health research and data governance frameworks
· Understanding and knowledge of key potential partners across the UK for delivering youth engagement in the sector.
· Experience using digital engagement and facilitation tools for online workshops (e.g. Miro, Mural, Mentimeter, Canva, PowerPoint)
Dimensions
· This has been designed as a full-time role, although part-time work could be considered for the right candidate.
· Flexible working across several geographical locations in the UK. Travel may be required to AHS locations and partner organisations.
· AHS is a national organisation, and our activities take place across the UK.
Application Process
This post is subject to receipt of satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available). Please apply with a CV and a covering letter (of no more than two pages) explaining what you can bring to this role, and including your current salary.
The closing date for this position is midnight on Sunday 17 August 2025.
Interviews are currently expected to be held during the week commencing 08 September, tentatively scheduled on Thursday 11 or Friday 12 September 2025.
Equal Opportunities Policy Statement
AHS is an equal opportunities employer, and as such aims to treat all employees, consultants and applicants fairly. AHS is an equal opportunities employer, and as such aims to treat all employees, consultants and applicants fairly. It is our policy to provide employment equality to all, irrespective of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Beyond these protected characteristics, we acknowledge the importance of socio-economic background, childcare and caring responsibilities, educational background, neurodiversity, and any other factors that shape an individual’s identity and opportunities. We strive to create an environment where all colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to contribute fully.
Values
It is an exciting time for the Adolescent Health Study (AHS) as we establish our senior leadership team and begin to plan the pilot studies. As the senior executive team evolves, the AHS values will be grounded in inclusivity, integrity, accountability, and collaboration.
Application Process
This post is subject to receipt of satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available). Please apply with a CV and a covering letter (of no more than two pages) explaining what you can bring to this role, and including your current salary.
The closing date for this position is midnight on Sunday 17 August 2025.
Interviews are currently expected to be held during the week commencing 08 September, tentatively scheduled on Thursday 11 or Friday 12 September 2025.
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The Role:
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Specialist Trainer: Domestic Abuse, Gender-Based Violence, and Trauma Informed Working to deliver training to a variety of different audiences. You will be delivering training on an ad-hoc basis, in a range of settings including corporate clients, public sector workers, and other charities.
We are seeking trainers with both frontline and training experience, who can deliver this type of content in compassionate, articulate and accessible ways both in person and online. Rise for Change is dedicated to creating learning spaces that are safe for all folks, in content and delivery style.
Rise for Change is the training arm of Hope After Harm and currently provides domestic abuse, sexual harassment, and trauma-informed working training programmes for non-specialist professionals, however, we are aiming to expand our training offer to cover other areas of gender-based violence. Uniquely created by our subject matter experts, our training directly addresses the need for intersectional, and trauma informed training on gender-based violence for professionals in all sectors. We actively promote self-reflection, critical thinking and survivor voice to affect sustainable, inclusive change for survivors. Our aim is to empower participants, no matter their professional role, to be able to respond safely and appropriately to survivors both within the workplace and in the wider scope of their lives.
Hope After Harm
Hope After Harm is an established, registered charity aimed at empowering adults and young people recover from harm and trauma. We want to see a society where everyone feels safe and can thrive, regardless of who they are and where they come from. Through support, advocacy and education we enable people to rebuild their lives and reclaim their future. And we inspire others to do the same, creating safer, more inclusive communities. We have a proven track record of service delivery across Thames Valley and beyond, with our digital and training programmes supporting professionals and survivors globally.
This is what a Specialist Trainer will do:
- Deliver specialist training about domestic abuse, gender-based violence and trauma informed working to a range of clients, primarily online with some face-to-face sessions.
- Ensure that the way they work is aligned with the values of our team.
- Respect and value the diversity of the community in which the training will be delivered and recognise the needs and concerns of a diverse range of clients, ensuring the service is accessible to all.
- Respect and uphold the value and necessity of intersectionality within domestic abuse and sexual violence prevention and safeguarding, across all areas of work.
- Treat all participants with respect and care, positively representing Rise for Change and Hope After Harm in every interaction.
- Encourage feedback from participants for each session delivered to support with the continued development of Rise for Change training programmes.
- Undertake any training and continued professional development required for the role.
- Uphold GDPR and confidentiality of any data and content whilst in this role.
- Complete any necessary admin, as required as part of the session delivery.
This is what you will bring as a Specialist Trainer:
- A strong knowledge of domestic abuse and other forms of gender-based violence, it’s impacts and working from a trauma-informed perspective.
- Experience as a highly skilled trainer, with the ability to engage people through both in person and remote delivery.
- Preferably, frontline experience of supporting survivors of gender-based violence.
- Understanding of supporting survivors in various settings (e.g. the workforce, as a manager, as a professional with a safeguarding role).
- An empathetic, caring approach to training- to you, learning is not just about providing information but ensuring a holistic approach to the learning environment.
- Skilled user of technology with high literacy of key presenting programmes, video platforms and databases.
- Have a good understanding of the nuances of culture, race, sexual orientation and gender identity within domestic abuse and sexual violence, and be committed to intersectional ways of working.
- Knowledge of adult learning techniques and safeguarding procedures.
- Have excellent communication, negotiation and advisory skills, both written and verbal when interacting with a range of agencies and individuals.
- Places the survivor at the centre of all that you do.
For this role you will need:
- To be free from any criminal conviction which would conflict with the responsibilities of the post; you may be required to have a DBS Enhanced disclosure.
- To be able to deal with all information on a confidential basis and understand data protection requirements.
- To have Citizenship of the UK or have entitlement to work in the UK
- Sign a declaration that you are self-employed and responsible for all your tax and other liabilities.
You will be provided with training in delivery of Rise for Change’s existing and future programmes.
Hope After Harm is committed to equality and diversity. While not a requirement for application, we do strongly encourage those of black and ethnic minority background, people with disabilities, and the LGBTQIA+ community to apply for this role.
Hope After Harm is an equal opportunities employer; the aim of our policy is to ensure no job applicant, employee or worker is discriminated against either directly or indirectly on the grounds of race, colour, ethnic or national origin, religious belief, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, age or disability. We do not disbar applicants with criminal convictions and are mindful of the requirements of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, 1974.
Please send your CV and a cover letter, that is no more than one A4 page, detailing why your skill set matches the requirements of the role. Please also state your availability and preferred working hours.
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis, closing date for applications is 31st August 2025.
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About the role
We have just finalised an exciting new three year strategy to drive impact at scale for victim-survivors. We are now looking for an exceptional candidate to lead some of our financial services relationships and consultancy work and support SEA in its mission to raise awareness of economic abuse and transform responses to it within the financial services sector.
Working closely with colleagues across SEA, you will foster and maintain relationships across the financial services sector, seeking opportunities to generate income for the charity and supporting our Financial Services Specialists to deliver an outstanding service.
Together we can transform frontline financial services and save lives.
About you
At SEA we put the lived experience of victim-survivors at the heart of all that we do, including our work with financial services firms. You will be a subject matter expert on customer vulnerability and financial services firms’ regulatory requirements, as well as having a thorough understanding of industry rules and good practice. You will combine this with experience of working with victim-survivors and bring expertise on economic abuse to ensure this is embedded within financial services’ firms’ responses.
About SEA
We are the only UK charity dedicated to raising awareness of economic abuse and transforming responses to it. We work to save lives and stop economic abuse forever.
Our vision is a world in which all women and girls achieve economic equality and can live their lives free of abuse and exploitation. Not only surviving but thriving.
Our mission is to raise awareness of economic abuse and transform responses to it.
To achieve this, we must ensure that the policies and practices of financial services firms, domestic abuse support services, public services and government reflect the needs of all victim-survivors of economic abuse.
We are committed to centring victim-survivors in all that we do and broadening our understanding of the needs of survivors, particularly those who are marginalised within society. We work alongside the Experts by Experience - a group of victim-survivors whose voices and experiences shape our work.
Our primary focus is on influencing the women’s, public and financial services sectors, to create a model for improved support for victim-survivors of economic abuse, calling on government to facilitate these changes and work with them to improve their systems and practice.
What we offer
- 25 days annual leave plus Statutory Bank Holidays
- Home working (UK based)
- Flexible working
- 5% Employer Pension Contribution
- 5 Wellbeing Days
- Reflective practice
- Health Cash Plan, including Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced sick pay, family leave and carer’s leave
- The chance to be part of our highly professional, supportive team
To apply
Please apply via our website
Applications open from 8 July and close at 11.59pm on 21 July 2025. Interviews will take place virtually, week beginning 4 August.
Direct applications only – no agencies please.
Surviving Economic Abuse (SEA) is committed to developing an inclusive team which reflects the diversity of the communities we support. Our culture celebrates diverse voices, and we particularly encourage applications from Black and minoritised applicants and disabled applicants who are under-represented at SEA.
SEA is a Disability Confident Committed, and Kinship Friendly Employer.
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About NZF
National Zakat Foundation (NZF) gives Muslims around the UK a way to bring their Zakat to life.
It is the only organisation with a nationwide reach that helps Muslims calculate and give Zakat or apply for Zakat.
This is an exciting time to join NZF. With over ten years’ experience in collecting and distributing Zakat in the UK, NZF seeks to help as many people in need as possible with an experience that makes them feel valued members of the Muslim community.
How this post supports NZF’s vision and mission
The post-holder will be responsible for offering support to the Director of Finance and Governance to ensure effective outputs within a high-performance environment, adhering to the highest standards of corporate governance.
The main responsibilities of this role include tracking, collating, and recording essential performance information; providing administrative support for the Board meetings, sub-committees, working groups, senior leadership meetings and team meetings; maintaining governance procedures and ensuring their adherence; and managing and maintaining risk registers.
To succeed in this role, you will have a passion for the non-profit sector. You will be highly organised and diligent, showing great attention to detail. You will be proactive and possess excellent oral and written communication skills. You will have excellent people management skills with the ability to build effective, professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ranging from senior managers, directors and external stakeholders. You will be highly motivated, versatile, empathetic, and have a good eye for detail. You will ensure that policies and processes are being implemented effectively across the organisation.
Typical Accountabilities of position:
Board and Senior Leadership meetings:
· Maintain a forward-looking calendar of Board, Board Committees and Senior Leadership Team meetings and agenda items and set up the meetings.
· Support line manager to prepare agendas, co-ordinate timely pre-read papers, write minutes, and track agreed actions.
· Maintain consistent Terms of Reference across all Board Committees.
· Provide administrative support to the line manager and Board with recruitment, induction, performance management and succession planning for the Board and Board committees.
· Manage and maintain Trustee documentation to ensure that information is transparent, up to date and readily accessible.
· Provide administrative support to the line manager and Board Chair with a periodic review of the Board, its value and behaviours, practice and operations.
Compliance:
· Ensure compliance with requirements and guidelines of Charity Commission, Companies House and other regulatory bodies.
· Coordinate the narrative, design and approval of the Annual Report and Accounts.
· Ensure appropriate governance information reflected in external communications.
· Ensure full and accurate reporting provided to grant funders.
Governance and risk management
· Support governance within the functions, and ensuring appropriate guidance and advice provided from those functions to the wider team.
· Manage and maintain risk registers across the departments.
Approach
· Comply with relevant legislation and regulation ensuring that good practice is observed.
· Understand and support the vision, mission and aims of NZF.
· Adhere to and champion NZF’s policy and practices on safeguarding.
· Ensure the approach is coordinated with key stakeholders across the organisation.
· Undertake any other duties requested by the line manager commensurate with the role.
Relationships and Stakeholders
· Executive Team, Trustees, Advisors and other staff across the organisation
· External consultants, freelancers, and partners
Why work with NZF?
- Flexible working
- Enhanced Maternity / Paternity pay
- Ethical pension
- Health cash plan (Medicash)
- Days off for religious holidays
+ How to apply
Please send a cover letter with a CV.
The cover letter must show why you are a suitable candidate, demonstrating any relevant knowledge and skils, experience and behaviours that match the requirements for the post. The cover letter should not exceed 2 sides of A4.
Applications close – Friday 27 June 2025.
Interviews expected – Week Beginning 30 June 2025.
For more information about the role or how to apply, you can click on the job pack Governance Officer Job on the website ( NZF) under vacancies.
Note: an application for a DBS certificate wil be submitted in the event of the individual being offered the position. A copy of the Charity’s ‘Hiring policy -ex offenders’ is available on request.
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The role: We’re looking for an energetic and creative communications and marketing officer to join the team at Brake, delivering compelling digital marketing and comms campaigns that generate headlines, grow our audience, drive consistent and meaningful engagement, and generate income.
Working at the heart of a small and busy communications team, you will play an instrumental role in shaping and enhancing our digital presence.
With strong digital marketing skills and a desire to make a difference, you will nurture Brake’s social media channels – interacting with our audiences and creating eye-catching and engaging content that raises awareness of the difference we make and encourages people to support our work.
You will also support on PR and media work, supporting the team to promote Brake’s work via media outlets and manage our media database. You’ll respond to media enquiries and arrange interviews for our campaigns team, helping secure coverage that supports our strategic objectives and leads to meaningful engagement.
About Brake: Brake is a renowned and respected road safety charity with a 30-year history dedicated to supporting people affected by road crashes and advocating for safer streets.
Why this role is important: Every 20 minutes, someone is killed or seriously injured on UK roads. For families affected, the emotional and practical challenges are immense. Brake provides trauma-informed care to individuals and families suffering from the sudden bereavement or life-altering injury of a loved one and campaigns tirelessly for positive change to prevent future collisions and save lives. This role will play a vital part in raising the profile of our work and effecting positive change for a safer future on our roads.
What we offer:
- A generous 35 days of annual leave (including bank holidays and 3-day end of year shutdown)
- Birthday day off
- Flexible working (choose a working pattern to suit you between the hours of 8am-6pm Mon-Fri)
- Enhanced sick pay and compassionate leave
- Death in service benefit
- Pension
- Employee Assistance Programme
- A rewarding role with purpose
- Be part of a skilled, friendly team with an engaged Board of Trustees
- Opportunity to attend prestigious events such as the Brake annual reception and awards (if you want to)
Who we're looking for:
You will have at least one year of experience working in digital marketing, ideally within the UK charity sector. You will also have great organisational skills, a genuine desire to make a difference and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Requirements:
· Minimum one year experience working in a communications and marketing role within a charity setting, or equivalent, with a proven track record of driving audience growth and engagement.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience creating content for varied audiences across different digital platforms.
· Good organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied workload, working on multiple projects.
· Ability to work both independently and in a team, with a positive, problem-solving approach.
· Comfortable using CRM systems and digital tools (e.g. Hootsuite, Mailchimp, Donorfy)
· Experience using analytics tools (Google Analytics, social platform insights)
· Strong attention to details especially in writing and data entry
· Good knowledge of GDPR compliance and data protection best practice
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion: Brake is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity. We’re committed to supporting employees to achieve a good work/life balance and flexible around caring commitments. We welcome your application whatever your background or situation. We particularly welcome applications from those who are part of the global majority, the LGBTQIA+ community or disabled. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. We don’t want you to ‘fit’ our culture, we want you to enrich it. So, if you have a passion for making a difference and share in our vision for a world where no one is killed on our roads, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now: If you're up for a new challenge and have the skills, apply now by sending your CV and cover letter. We'd like to get to know the real you through your application, not an AI version. If you do use AI to write your cover letter, please check it and make sure it reflects who you are. We encourage cover letters in alternative formats such as videos or presentations.
Not for traffic offenders: Due to the nature of our work we can't accept applications from traffic offenders. Candidates will be asked to disclose whether they have any unspent points on their licence at screening/interview.
Questions? If you would like to discuss the role further, please get in touch, we'd love to chat.
We're happy to receive your cover letter in an alternative format such as a short video.
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We work to stop road deaths and injuries, support people affected by road crashes and campaign for safe and healthy mobility for all.
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The role: We’re looking for a talented and driven writer to tell compelling stories that touch hearts, change minds, communicate the importance of our work and inspire people to get involved.
With a proven track record of crafting inspiring narratives, you will gather and share the lived experience of road victims, to demonstrate the impact of road crashes and the difference Brake makes to families affected. You will source, research and write for different audiences to raise awareness of the solutions that we know can prevent road crashes and reduce death and injury.
You will write effective and powerful content to meet the needs of different functions, including fundraising materials, news and marketing bulletins, research reports, website features, and other publications.
About Brake: Brake is a renowned and respected road safety charity with a 30-year history dedicated to supporting people affected by road crashes and advocating for safer streets.
Why this role is important: Every 20 minutes, someone is killed or seriously injured on UK roads. For families affected, the emotional and practical challenges are immense. Brake provides trauma-informed care to individuals and families suffering from the sudden bereavement or life-altering injury of a loved one and campaigns tirelessly for positive change to prevent future collisions and save lives. This role will play a vital part in raising the profile of our work and effecting positive change for a safer future on our roads.
What we offer:
- A generous 35 days of annual leave (including bank holidays and 3-day end of year shutdown)
- Birthday day off
- Flexible working (choose a working pattern to suit you between the hours of 8am-6pm Mon-Fri)
- Enhanced sick pay and compassionate leave
- Death in service benefit
- Pension
- Employee Assistance Programme
- A rewarding role with purpose
- Be part of a skilled, friendly team with an engaged Board of Trustees
- Opportunity to attend prestigious events such as the Brake annual reception and awards (if you want to)
Who we're looking for
You will be a qualified journalist, a skilled and talented writer, with a minimum of four years of professional experience of working in a fast-paced newsroom or equivalent. You will be well-organised, interested in the UK charity sector and keen to work as part of a dedicated and creative team.
Essential Requirements:
· Excellent writing skills, with the ability to write engaging copy that conveys complex ideas to a range of diverse audiences.
· Skilled in interviewing with sensitivity, supporting the welfare of people sharing their stories with us, including those who have experienced trauma.
· Meticulous attention to detail and collaborative approach, helping us develop and deliver bold, compelling copy and connect with our audiences.
· Qualified journalist with a minimum of 4 years of experience working in a fast-paced newsroom or equivalent, writing a broad variety of engaging copy, working to tight deadlines.
· You will have a strong portfolio showcasing versatile writing skills across different formats. You’ll be able to demonstrate how you have adapted and nuanced copy for different audiences, across a range of content formats and subjects.
· Excellent organisational and project-management skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workload, working both proactively and reactively when required.
· Ability to work independently and in a team with a positive, problem-solving approach.
· Confidence and competence in utilising modern office, communications and IT skills in the Microsoft Office Suite as well as knowledge and skills to use content management systems and databases.
Desirable Experience:
· Experience working in the transport sector with a broad awareness of the political landscape relating to road safety and victim support and how it relates in practice
· Good knowledge of GDPR compliance and data protection best practice.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion: Brake is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity. We’re committed to supporting employees to achieve a good work/life balance and flexible around caring commitments. We welcome your application whatever your background or situation. We particularly welcome applications from those who are part of the global majority, the LGBTQIA+ community or disabled. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. We don’t want you to ‘fit’ our culture, we want you to enrich it. So, if you have a passion for making a difference and share in our vision for a world where no one is killed on our roads, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now: If you're up for a new challenge and have the skills, apply now by sending your CV and cover letter. We'd like to get to know the real you through your application, not an AI version. If you do use AI to write your cover letter, please check it and make sure it reflects who you are. We encourage cover letters in alternative formats such as videos or presentations.
Not for traffic offenders: Due to the nature of our work we can't accept applications from traffic offenders. Candidates will be asked to disclose whether they have any unspent points on their licence at screening/interview.
Questions? If you would like to discuss the role further, please get in touch, we'd love to chat.
We're keen to get to know the real you. If you're more comfortable submitting your cover letter in an alternative format such as a short video we're happy to receive those.
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We work to stop road deaths and injuries, support people affected by road crashes and campaign for safe and healthy mobility for all.
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The Senior Bid and Funding Officer is a new role for Involve as we seek to build the infrastructure to support the growth that we have experienced in recent years. This role will sit within our Finance & Support Services function and will work alongside colleagues at all levels in the Innovation & Practice, Capacity Building & Standards and Advocacy & Communications functions to identify and provide compelling proposals in response to fundraising and tender opportunities.
As Senior Bid and Funding Officer you will be responsible for identifying fundraising opportunities to bring forwards to the team for evaluation and coordinating the submission of returns ensuring high quality tenders are produced that meet the needs of funders and commissioners. You will support function leads in monitoring fundraising outcomes and comparing to income generation targets, developing a database of funders and improving tender response processes to reduce the administrative burden of tender responses without compromising on quality.
Our ideal candidate will have experience of managing the tender return process in other organisations, either in a commercial or charitable sector environment. You will bring strong project management skills, be able to coordinate tender submissions to set deadlines and have an inquisitive mindset to enjoy researching opportunities and thinking creatively how Involve can meet funder requirements while also advancing our mission.
We work across the UK, with offices in Belfast and London. Many of our staff work from home across the UK or in a hybrid pattern, rather than being based at one of our offices, though we meet up regularly as a team. We are flexible but you must be comfortable with regular travel both for project work and for Involve team activities. Must be able to travel to deliver work across the UK.
Please see our website for more details.
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