The Health Foundation is an independent charity committed to bringing about better health and health care for people in the UK.

The Marketing and Communications Officer will work closely with staff across the communications team, the wider organisation and with external suppliers to deliver key elements of communications plans. and will offer support across a broad range of projects and products including email marketing, internal communications, and brand. You will coordinate the implementation of marketing and communications strategies and plans, take responsibility for preparing and delivering a wide range of email communications and work with the marketing team colleagues to ensure that The Foundation’s brand and corporate identity is used consistently across all external communication collateral.

The successful candidate will have excellent marketing and integrated communications skills. You will have a strong understanding of brand and visual identity, be proficient in the use of design tools and packages and have an in depth understanding of best practice in e-communications and use of email marketing platforms. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work flexibly in a dynamic environment are essential to be a success in the role.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Marketing & Communications professional who is committed to our core behaviours - Working Together, Discovering & Learning and Achieving Impact. 

Interview Date: 7 February 2020 (Please note this date is fixed so candidates may be invited at short notice)

To apply for this role please submit your CV and a supporting statement which addresses all the person specification criteria flagged as CV/SS (Essential). 

The Health Foundation values diversity and champions inclusion and strongly encourages applications from all sections of the community.

Job Description: Project Coordinator for School Awards (3-4 days per week), exciting work as part of outreach team to London State schools, encouraging non-academic challenges from 17 year olds 

The Mark Evison Foundation aims to promote the personal development of young people through challenge. We work directly with London state schools, encouraging non-academic proposals for challenge from 17-year old’s (Yr. 12s). It is exciting work, bringing out the best in young people.

Due to expansion we are seeking a gifted part-time schools project officer (up to .8 WTE) for a key role within a lovely team based in Dulwich, SE21, Southwark. The work is varied and very interesting.

The successful candidate should be a graduate, enthusiastic and well-organised, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to work independently, manage priorities, work to deadlines, and take initiative. The post involves being part of an outreach team, presenting at state school assemblies, working with students at partner schools to help prepare costed applications, handling draft applications by email, and accurate data collection and input. The applicant should have good social media expertise. They will be able to deal efficiently and accurately with most administrative requirements, and have excellent PC skills – Word, Excel and Outlook. We would train you to deal with our systems.

How to apply

Please send us a CV before 30 January 2020 with a short statement explaining why you are interested in the role and how you meet the person specification. Relevant candidates may be asked to complete an application form at a later stage. These should be emailed to us or posted to the Mark Evison Foundation, PO Box 59519, London SE21 9AL.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an energetic 'people person' with a positive approach and excellent customer service skills to contribute to the development of the Ri's vibrant membership community.

The Ri is an independent charity dedicated to creating opportunities for everyone to think more deeply about science and its place in our lives. We provide science education and heritage activities for people of all ages and backgrounds across the UK and around the world.

Membership has been core to the Ri since 1810. We have over 4400 members, whose contribution and commitment to the Ri helps us inspire even more people to think more deeply about science.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Membership Officer to join the team to help deliver an innovative sales and marketing campaign to produce growth and improve engagement within the vibrant membership community.

You will act as the first point of contact for all members and prospective members, taking enquiries via multiple communication channels and providing an exceptional level of customer service. 

To be successful in this role, you will have first-rate people skills and a positive ‘can-do’ attitude, the ability to communicate and sell effectively to a range of audiences and the ability to present information clearly and concisely, with excellent attention to detail.

You will also have experience of working with a CRM system and in an office-based customer service role, ideally in a membership organisation or with a loyalty or alumni scheme.

In return, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package that includes enhanced leave, pension contributions up to 7%, and the chance to play a part in the future of the Ri.

For further information see our website. To apply please download a full job description and person specification, and send us your CV along with a supporting statement of no more than 500 words, explaining how you meet the requirements in the person specification no later than 9.00am on Monday 20 January.

Interviews are scheduled to be held on 28 and 29 January 2020

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our small and busy Development team. As we prepare to launch a new campaign towards our 700th anniversary in 2026, your main responsibility as Development Officer is the strategic execution and management of a regular giving programme with a focus on increasing alumni participation levels. You will also be responsible for overseeing legacy fundraising.

Working closely with the Head of Development, you will be responsible for developing the strategy for and implementing the annual telephone campaign, as well as the regular mailings to alumni and friends of the College. You will also be responsible for developing the strategy and implementing philanthropic support from current students and recent leavers, and be responsible for all the fundraising literature produced, including that related to major gifts. You will take strategic ownership of the legacy giving strategy of the Campaign.

To succeed in this role, you will have: a good level of education, degree level or equivalent; excellent communication skills both written and spoken; experience of fundraising software and databases, ideally DARS/Raisers Edge; an understanding of the importance of philanthropic giving; empathy for the goals of an Oxford College and an understanding of some of the current challenges facing Higher Education.

Benefits include a pension scheme, 30 days’ annual leave plus public holidays (or time in lieu of public holidays worked), free meal on duty, childcare vouchers, and discounted bus travel.

For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date: 24 January 2020

The College exists to promote excellence in education and research and is actively committed to the principle of equality of opportunity for all suitably qualified candidates.

Fixed-term post from February 2020 to August 2020

35 hours per week

London WC1H

Are you interested in enhancing the reputation of the UK and nurturing future leaders through scholarships? Can you demonstrate a strong track record in customer service? Would you like to apply these skills to supporting students with a combination of enrichment, administrative and communications priorities? If so, you could gain valuable experience as a Programme Officer - UK at the Chevening Scholarships Secretariat.

The Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) hosts the Chevening Secretariat– the global scholarship programme of the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO). Established in 1983, these scholarships support Master’s-level study at UK universities for 1,500 – 2,000 individuals each year. The scholarships are currently offered in 140 countries in most regions of the world (excluding the United States of America and the European Union).

Chevening Scholarships support FCO public diplomacy objectives by attracting individuals who have demonstrated clear leadership potential in their home regions. Award holders are selected by Embassies and High Commissions in their home countries, following a rigorous competitive process. Chevening scholars are encouraged to remain in touch with the UK throughout their life, and Chevening boasts an alumni base of over 50,000 individuals, with many returning home to reach positions of influence in a range of sectors.

The ACU is an international organisation dedicated to building a better world through higher education.

We believe that international collaboration is central to this ambition. By bringing universities together from around the world – and crucially the people who study and work within them - we help to advance knowledge, promote understanding, broaden minds, and improve lives.

We champion higher education as a cornerstone of stronger societies, supporting our members, partners, and stakeholders as they adapt to a changing world.

As Programme Officer - UK, your responsibilities will include:

• Specific responsibility for a portfolio of universities and between 120-160 scholars, ensuring the timely completion of all pre-arrival and on-award administration with both scholars and universities
• Acting as the first point of contact for various stakeholders, ensuring a professional and timely approach to service delivery and day-to-day administrative management
• Developing, organising and attending events or engagement opportunities designed to enrich the scholarship experience.

Some of the other required skills include:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including writing for and understanding of different audiences and sensitivity for different cultural contexts, with a strong commitment to customer care
• Strong experience of working successfully within a team and proven experience of working in busy, demanding environments while maintaining professionalism and accuracy
• Relevant experience of working in a higher education/educational office environment
• Experience of communications/events coordination is desirable
• You will need to be educated to degree level.

Our benefits include 31 days holiday per year (including 4 Christmas closure days) plus bank holidays, competitive pension scheme (10% employer contribution plus 5% employee contribution), season ticket loan and excellent support for learning and development through a range of educational and networking activities.

At the ACU, we welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of gender, race, religion, marital status, disability, age, and sexual orientation.

As Programme Officer – UK you will be employed by ACU Trading Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary.

How to apply

Closing date: 22 January 2020

Interview date: 3 February 2020

For further information and details of how to apply please visit our website.

Regular Giving Officer

Vacancy ID: 1723
Location: Leicester
Department: External Relations
Vacancy terms: Full-time and Permanent
Salary details: Grade 6 - £28,331 to £32,817 per annum
Hours per week: 37.5

About the role

As we approach our Centenary, the University is looking to recruit a Regular Giving Officer to develop our existing activity into a comprehensive and sophisticated regular giving programme.

Since 2004, our regular giving appeals have raised over £1.75m, which has supported our students, researchers and campus environment. You will have responsibility for analysing our fundraising data and using this to create multi-channelled direct mail, digital, and telephone campaigns. Working closely with our supporter engagement team, you will ensure exceptional stewardship that promotes the highest quality donor care and engage the whole University community to raise awareness of the impact of philanthropy at the University.

This role presents an exciting opportunity for you to develop your career in fundraising. Experience of working within fundraising is desirable, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and an eye for detail, analysis and digging into the numbers. You will also have the opportunity to develop your leadership and management skills as you will recruit, train, manage and inspire our student telephone fundraising team.

About you

To be successful in the role, you will ideally have experience of fundraising or a similar role, such as alumni relations or marketing, ideally within a higher education environment or broad vocational experience, acquired through a combination of job related vocational training and considerable on-the-job experience, demonstrating development through involvement in a series of progressively more demanding relevant work/roles.

You will have excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, with good working knowledge on Microsoft Office applications and the ability to manipulate data and problem solve.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Additional information

Informal enquiries regarding this opportunity are welcome and should be made to Jonathan Angell, Head of Development Services.

We anticipate that interviews will take place during week commencing 10 February 2020.

Leicester is a leading University committed to international excellence, world-changing research and high quality, inspirational teaching. The University is ranked within the top 25 UK Universities in all international league tables and we are strongly committed to inclusivity, promoting equality and celebrating diversity among our staff. Located in the heart of the UK, you will have the opportunity to progress your career in a supportive and varied environment that values hard work and recognises individual achievement.

In return for your hard work, we offer a working environment that is committed to inclusivity, through promoting equality and valuing diversity. We offer a competitive salary package with excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance. Located close to Leicester city centre, our award winning campus benefits from a wide range of cafes, a fully equipped sports centre and nursery facilities. Further information regarding our extensive range of staff benefits is available on our website.

Advert closes midnight on: 31 Jan 2020

International Medical Corps UK provides emergency relief to those struck by disaster no matter where they are, no matter what the conditions, working with them to recover, rebuild and gain the skills and tools required for self-reliance.

International Medical Corps and International Medical Corps United Kingdom with headquarters in the United States and the United Kingdom respectively, work collaborate to maximise resources for the delivery of appropriate relief and development activities.

Background

This role will be part of UK corporate HR and global Talent Acquisition function. This role is permanent after 6 months’ probation period.

Job Purpose

• At least 60% time of this role will be to recruit (full circle recruitment) for assigned International roles based in our country missions overseas and to support emergency surge as required

• 40% or less to provide general day to day HR administrative support in the UK office and support implementation and maintenance of global HRIS

Main Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation. The tasks listed are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

RECRUITMENT

• Attract and source for applicants through resume banks and networking through associations, conferences, companies, alumni groups, social media, et al

• Screen candidates, interview with the hiring manager if applicable and ensure evidenced based hiring decisions

• Conduct and review reference and background checks reports

• Negotiate job offers/contracts

• Utilise applicant tracking system from requisition to hire

• Train, advice and support hiring managers on recruitment policies and processes

• Ensure that recruitment practices are compliant with recruitment policies, procedures and legal requirements

• Generate recruitment reports as required

PAYROLL AND BENEFIT ADMINSTRATION

• In close collaboration with Finance team, process monthly payroll for UK staff including those separating to include deductions, increments and payment for any other benefits

• Ensure that Finance and Epsilon (external payroll company) make accurate payments and deductions on monthly basis.

• Coordinate staff pension; childcare, cycle to work, annual season tickets and other benefits

• Benchmark benefits

PERFORMANCE MANAGMENT

• Coordinate performance appraisals and probation reviews

• Train and support managers with effective people management skills

HUMAN RESOURCES INFORMATION SYSTEM (HRIS)

• Ensure all HR data on manual and computerised records is accurate and up to date and provide accurate and timely reports as and when required. Specifically, this includes:

• HR data in Cost point , TE, WeLearn 

• Reconcile TE Leave details and run end of year TE processes

• Personnel files are kept up to date and ready for audits -Produce HR reports leave, retention, turnovers, absence, et al

STAFF ENGAGEMENT, LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT

• Support cultural changes in the organisation through a variety of different methods, including implementing action plans following Staff Survey and enabling a culture of Staff engagement and learning.

• Coordinate learning and development activities. This includes HR mandatory trainings.

EMPLOYMENT RELATIONS

• Build effective working relationships with staff at all levels, providing advice and guidance on a range of HR policies and HR related issues to support

• understand and ensure effective communication of good HR practice

• Support discipline and grievance procedures including conducting investigations

• Reviews and track HR policies, procedures and disseminate them accordingly.

HR PROJECTS INCLUDING HEALTH AND SAFETY

• Participate in the implementation of specific HR projects, procedures and guidelines to help align the workforce with the strategic goals of the organisations

Code of Conduct

It is our shared responsibility and obligation to prevent matters involving Sexual Exploitation & Abuse, Trafficking in Persons, Child Safeguarding and any suggested violation to our Code of Conduct, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption or Harassment.  If you see, hear or are made aware of any suggested activities then you have an obligation to report

Candidates’ Specifications

This is a role in a fast-paced team and work environment, working in organisation within a complex setting. Therefore, to perform this job successfully, an individual must meet the essential requirements below:

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR Associate CIPD – Essential

• Master’s Degree in HR Chartered CUPD – Desirable

Experience

• Proven experience of any HRIS

• A demonstrable record of success in previous roles

• Proven HR generalist experience including payroll, pension/benefit administration

• Experience in International Recruitment

• Proven HR generalist experience in Humanitarian sector

Competency

• A high level of personal integrity, who displays respect and empathy for others and is consistent, open and honest

• A creative and analytical thinking style, applying tenacity in the face of challenges

• A ‘can do’ outcome focused attitude and approach, resourceful and works to make things happen taking others along with them

• A sound understanding of the principles of good HR practice and knowledge of employment law

• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel

• Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion

• An ability to maintain confidentiality and act with discretion and diplomacy

• Brilliant attention to details, organisation skills including the ability to work under pressure, plan and prioritise your workload effectively

Other

• Flexible to work additional hours or weekends if required

• Willingness to be deployed on a business trip when required

Equal Opportunities

International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.

How to apply

Candidates who can demonstrate that they meet individual specifications and can prove that they have the right to work in the UK should send application via email or by post to Human Resources Department 2 Ground Floor, 161 Marsh Wall, London, E14 9SJ.

Application should include CV and cover letter stating how you meet each requirements and why you are interested in the role. Due to the urgency to fill this role, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and we reserve to close this advert before the confirmed closing date when we are in receipt of sufficient application.

Closing date

5PM UK time on 30 January 2020. We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.

Please note:

In order to process job applications, International Medical Corps UK collects personal information submitted by applicants. By applying for this role, you are consenting to that processing. All personalinformation is processed in line with our privacy policy.

The University of Strathclyde seeks to appoint a Development Assistant to work within the Alumni & Development team. You will provide operational support for a busy fundraising team, who are engaging with the University’s global community of alumni and friends to seek philanthropic support.

You will need to have strong administrative experience, gained in a customer focused environment, as you will be responsible for providing the team with a wide range of support. The Development Assistant will maintain the team’s administrative systems including financial processes, and support the effective running of the wider department. The post holder will liaise with University donors, help to organise meetings, plan and co-ordinate complex international travel itineraries, support the delivery of events and assist Alumni Fund fundraising activities.

If you are passionate about higher education, and supporting projects which will benefit students, then you could have the opportunity to help to deliver an ambitious fundraising strategy. This post would be particularly suited to someone with an interest in pursuing a career in fundraising within higher education. 

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to become part of the growing fundraising team of this Russell Group university which has recently launched its ambitious Strategy 2030.

The postholder will play a pivotal role in increasing philanthropic support for the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) of Queen Mary. They will be responsible for managing a portfolio of current and prospective major donors, building relationships and a programme for cultivation and stewardship of philanthropic support to Faculty priorities.

We are looking for an individual with fundraising experience, an interest in higher education and with the ability to learn and adapt to a fast-changing working environment of a growing team.

The Directorate of Development and Alumni Engagement (DDAE) seeks to connect with former students (alumni) of the University and its predecessor institutions and other potential supporters to identify and develop opportunities for increasing private gift income and other forms of giving such as alumni volunteering, in support of the strategic goals of the University.

The post is full-time and is funded for 18 months at first with possibility of becoming permanent. Starting salary will be in the range £38,084- 43,602 per annum inclusive of London Allowance. Benefits include 30 days annual leave, pension scheme and interest-free season ticket loan. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly or reduced hours.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme. Details about the Directorate can be found on the University's alumni website on

https://microsites.hays.co.uk/jobs/queen-mary-university/index.htm

The closing date for applications is 26 January. Interviews are expected to be held during w/c 3 February.

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The Said Foundation's mission is to bring positive and lasting change to the lives of children, young people and the wider community since 1984, by providing them with opportunities to receive education and care. At the heart of the Said Foundation's activities is the provision of around 30 scholarships a year to postgraduate students from Syria, Jordan, Lebanon and Palestine. The programme aims to empower people through educational opportunities and to encourage the development of the Middle East.

We are delighted to be partnering with the foundation to recruit their newest Scholarships Programme Manager who will play a pivotal role in the oversight of the scholarship programme.

As the Scholarship Programme Manager, you will manage all stages of the annual cycle including recruitment and selection of scholars and engagement before and during their studies. You will maintain a strong alumni network along with managing and developing partnerships with both UK partner universities, Chevening, the British Council and the Said Business School. In this wide ranging role, you will offer deliver key support to all on boarding and existing scholars, conducting site visits and providing pastoral care and support when required. Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to travel to the Middle East twice a year to interview shortlisted candidates and conduct pre-departure visits.

To be considered for this position you will have demonstrated substantial experience in a similar role, assessing and managing scholarships. With excellent stakeholder engagement, you will be a strong communicator and have the ability to develop good working relationships along with good presentation and public speaking skills. You be a highly organised individual who is able to work proactively and act with initiative. Strong knowledge of working with the Levant region together with the ability to speak Arabic is desirable although not essential to this post.

If you are interested in finding out more information about this new opportunity, please register your interest below and submit your CV by clicking 'apply now'.

Development Manager (Health) permanent position -Central London £46,489 - £52,833 + Benefits

The Organisation
We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to become part of the growing fundraising team of this Russell Group University which has recently launched its new Strategy 2030. This is a career-changing opportunity for an individual to show leadership and, with support from the Head of Development, to build a major gift function for one of the most prestigious medical schools in the world.

You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of current and prospective major donors to the University's medical faculty, Queen Mary Barts & The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, which is one of the leading medical schools in the UK and one of the global leaders in research. The Development Manager (Health) will work closely with the Head of Development and the Vice Principal (Health) as well as academic and professional services colleagues in the School to identify and develop new opportunities for philanthropy building on a strong and attractive profile for donors which is for example already supported by £100M research funding in 2018-19. The Directorate of Development and Alumni Engagement (DDAE) seeks to connect with former students (alumni) of Queen Mary University of London and its predecessor institutions and other potential supporters to identify and develop opportunities for increasing private gift income and other forms of giving, such as alumni volunteering, in support of the strategic goals of the University.

The post holder will be responsible for managing a large international portfolio of current and prospective donors in support of Queen Mary Barts & The London, developing relationships, soliciting major gifts and stewarding donors effectively to encourage their lasting support. As faculty lead for development, they will provide functional leadership for the faculty in coordination with the Head of Development, provide annual planning for the faculty's fundraising activities and ensure delivery.
The main duties of the role will include:
* Working to a fundraising strategy for the faculty and co-created annual operational plans, manage an international portfolio of current and prospective major donors, cultivate relationships and solicit 5- to 7 figure gifts with bespoke proposals meeting annual income targets
* In coordination with the Head of Development, academic and professional services colleagues you will identify, co-create and develop new giving opportunities and lead in the development of powerful case for support statements for agreed priorities of the faculty
* Develop stewardship plans for donors to ensure they are kept informed of the progress and impact of their gift and to strengthen their relationship with Queen Mary Barts & The London
* Work with the Head of Development, the Regular Giving Manager and Prospect Research Manager to create a pipeline for prospective major donors progressing to the regular giving level
* Develop new networks, or build on existing ones, with colleagues holding similar roles at other UK universities to stay at the forefront of best practice in medical fundraising for the faculty
* Deputise for the Head of Development at internal and external meetings as required
* Act as liaison between the faculty and DDAE
* To line manage staff as appropriate
* Keep up to date with current best practice and trends in fundraising, particularly in higher Education/Medical or the Health sector

To be successful on application, it is expected that you will be able to demonstrate the below:
* At least five years of successfully developing and managing relationships with donors and prospective donors, or similar experience of managing clients and prospective clients in a relevant field
* Confident in liaising with a wide range of stakeholders including director-level as well as academics, clinicians and subject matter experts
* Graduate of the CASE Spring Institute in Educational Fundraising or similar fundraising qualification
* Ideally project management skills with experience of writing detailed project plans ensure delivery with a variety of stakeholders, compiling reports and have a passion for the health/medical research and education
* Strong presentation and writing skills with experience in communication and networking with senior stakeholders
* Ideally experience of the health/medical, higher education or the wider charity sectors
* Experience of developing tailored funding proposals and conducting face-to-face meetings with potential funders and alumni donors
* Experience of working to and achieving performance-based metrics, such as financial and activity targets
* Experience of managing a large portfolio of prospective donors, cultivating and soliciting gifts from scratch and developing appropriate stewardship plans for these donors
* Educated to degree level or equivalent
* Experience of working in an education, charity or business development environment
* Passion for fundraising and a commitment to Higher Education
* Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, and to undertake travel within the UK and occasional overseas travel, as demanded by the role

The post is full time and permanent. Salary will be in the range £47,325 - £52,833
per annum inclusive of London Allowance. Benefits include exceptional 30 days annual leave excluding public holidays, the USS pension scheme and interest-free season ticket loan.

If this role is of interest, please do see the link for more information and how to apply [https://microsites.hays.co.uk/jobs/queen-mary-university/index.htm]

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Fight for Peace (FFP) uses boxing and martial arts combined with education and personal development to realise the potential of young people living in communities affected by crime, violence and social exclusion. Founded in Rio de Janeiro in 2000 to work with young people involved in and affected by the drug trade, FFP opened a second Academy in Newham London in 2007 to help tackle the issue of youth involvement in gangs and violence. Having established FFP Academies in both Rio and London, FFP began expanding globally in 2011 and now has a presence in 25 countries via its Global Alumni Network of over 140 trained community based partner organisations.

Roles and Responsibilities

Working as part of the frontline team, and reporting directly to the Special Project Coordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing intensive youth work support to members of the Special Project. The Special Project is a year-long programme aimed at providing a transformative platform for a small group of young people identified as likely to commit violence. This tertiary level programme is delivered in-house three days per week and aims to provide participants with the necessary support to develop and progress into further education and access employment opportunities, while also improving social relationships and physical, emotional and psychological wellbeing.

The Special Project Youth Worker will be responsible for:

• Providing intensive mentoring support to three young people identified as being involved in illegal activity and high levels of gang involvement;
• Building collaborative relationships with key local youth services, enforcements and neighbourhood teams to support engagement of young people on the programme;
• Delivering 1-2-1 and group personal development sessions, and support members to integrate into FFP’s Open Access sport provision;
• Identifying and referring project beneficiaries to relevant support services;
• Assisting in the development of key partnerships with local organisations and youth service networks;
• Attending weekly team meetings and participating in professional development and training;
• Adhering to monitoring and evaluation requirements according to internal Upshot processes as requested, and assisting in the ongoing project evaluation;
• Working with a holistic approach - be an active and positive role model supporting the wider FFP team as and when needed;
• Any other duties within the competence of the post-holder which may be required.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The successful candidate will have:

• Level 3 Youth Work qualification or equivalent;
• A good understanding of the issues surrounding youth involvement in offending, violent behaviour and gangs, a working knowledge of multi-cultural inner city areas and an ability to relate to young people of all backgrounds including gang members;
• Experience of delivering informal group development / life skills workshops to meet the needs of hard to reach and excluded young people;
• Experience of planning and designing personal development sessions including schemes of work and session plan build up;
• Experience of working at a comparable youth project or programme that included mentoring and motivating young people to ensure they engage in education and sports activities;
• Safeguarding trained and experience of applying safeguarding awareness to a youth work setting (essential). Desirable - trained as a Lead Safeguarding Officer;
• Experience of building and sustaining good working relations with target focused partnerships;
• The ability to work flexibly and demonstrate initiative in a demanding and pressurised environment;
• To understand and support the aims, objectives and values of FFP and reflect these in all aspects of work;
• Ability to build rapport and engage with a diverse range of people with ease;
• Good communication skills;
• Excellent IT skills;
• Right to work in the UK.

Duration: 1 year with the possibility to extend.

How to apply: Please email your CV and cover letter (no longer than two pages) addressing to the email below, putting ‘SPECIAL PROJECT’ as the subject title of your email.

If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Richard at Fight for Peace.   

Deadline: 9pm on Sunday 26 January 2020. Successful candidates will be asked to attend first round interviews on Thursday 30 January and second round interviews aimed for Monday 3 February 2020. Ideally, the successful candidate will be available to start Monday 10 February 2020.

The School Partnerships Associate supports the East and South area teams to build highly effective relationships with schools, system leaders and other stakeholders and influencers across the education landscape. You will assist the Managers and Area Directors who meet directly with schools, local authorities and multi-academy trusts source and prepare for meetings, be the teams’ front of house and ensure effective administration of the teams’ business processes.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities: 

• A strong commitment to education, the non-profit sector and raising the aspirations, achievements and life chances of all children  
•  Highly organised and thrives on multi-tasking in a fast-paced and target-driven environment    
• Experience of working in an administrative role    
• Excellent oral and written communication skills 
• Computer/IT skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint 

Our offer 

We are happy to announce that we will be able to offer you: 

• Flexibility on how you work – agreed between you and your line manager 
• A competitive annual leave entitlement of 25 days, plus bank holidays 
• A generous employer pension contribution of 11% (10% pension plus 1% NI rebate) 
• Competitive salary rates
• Access to an interest free season ticket and bike loans, as well as eyecare vouchers 
• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which provides confidential support for employees on personal or work-related matters. 
• A robust learning and development offer that ensures your continuous professional development 

How to apply 

To apply for any of our vacancies or for any questions or queries please visit our website. 

Equality and diversity matters to us. If you think you’d be suited to one of our roles we’d love to hear from you regardless of age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexuality. 

Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive at this stage we will not be able to contact unsuccessful applicants.

We are committed to the safeguarding of children and the most vulnerable in our society and, as such, we are unable to employ individuals with relevant convictions, including the following: a conviction for an offence involving violence or dishonesty, of a sexual nature or against minors, or for any other offence that is relevant to the nature of the services provided by our organisation. 

As an employer, we have a responsibility to prevent illegal working in the UK by ensuring that our employees have the right to work in the UK. Therefore, as part of the recruitment process to verify your eligibility you will be required to produce relevant documentation.  

We are looking for a passionate, driven and hardworking Recruitment Manager to join our People team. You will be an experienced resourcing professional with knowledge, ability and experience of attracting, sourcing and selecting talent. Operationally, the HR Recruitment Manager will be responsible for all recruitment activities across the organisation and will manage processes to ensure they support the organisation to attract and retain the best talent. A key part of this role will be to launch and implement a new applicant tracking system.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualities:

• Able to hit the ground running and get stuck into the role at pace and with minimal supervision.
• You will be adaptive, flexible and comfortable working at pace. 
• You will be versatile, flexible and collaborative, understanding the need for effective business partnering.
• You will have experience of leading a recruitment team or the recruitment process.
• You will have experience of working within a complex fast paced organisation and one that has gone through significant change.
• You will have experience of dealing with external candidates with a customer centric approach. 
• You will have experience of working with a wide variety of job boards and professional social sites such as TotalJobs, LinkedIn, Glassdoor etc.
• You will have proven experience of influencing hiring managers.
• Outstanding people skills, with the ability to influence others and establish effective working relationships with people of all working styles, backgrounds, experience, etc. 
• A team player, but with the ability to work under own initiative to deliver to deadline.
• Able to apply corporate style within a social enterprise.
• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• A strong commitment to education, the non-profit sector and raising the aspirations, achievement and life chances of all children.

Desirable

• CIPD qualified or working towards a qualification relevant to HR and recruitment / resourcing and or employee retention

• Experienced HR Generalist knowledge with strong recruitment background

Our offer

We are happy to be able to offer you:

• Flexibility on how you work – agreed between you and your line manager
• A competitive annual leave entitlement of 25 days, plus bank holidays
• A generous employer pension contribution of 11% (10% pension plus 1% NI rebate)
• Competitive salary rates
• Access to an interest free season ticket and bike loans, as well as eyecare vouchers
• An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which provides confidential support for employees on personal or work-related matters.
• A robust learning and development offer that ensures your continuous professional development