Assistant Administrator Jobs
Tearfund is looking to recruit a Media Team Assistant.
Do you want to join an exciting team seeking to secure great coverage in the media about Tearfund's work around the world?
You will be providing a range of administrative support to the team across all our work.
You will need:
- a good eye for detail
- to be organised, flexible and unflappable.
- to be dynamic, enthusiastic and a committed team member.
- to thrive under pressure and consistently deliver excellent proactive support and ideas.
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and those from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds (in our UK workforce) as these groups are currently under-represented at Tearfund.
This role is eligible for hybrid working but you will be required to work from the Tearfund office in Teddington on a Wednesday. This is a part time role (21 hours per week).
All applicants must be committed to Tearfund's Christian beliefs
The recruitment process will include specific checks related to safeguarding. In addition, personal identification information will be submitted against a Watchlist database to check against criminal convictions as a counter-terror measure.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
A leading domestic violence Charity is recruiting an Executive Assistant, who is ready to join a lively, devoted and driven organisation to support the Director of Fundraising and Communications and the Director of People and Culture!
This is an exciting new role, with an amazing work-from-home culture, reporting to 2 Directors and helping the wider SLT.
Your new role
You will report to the Director of People and Culture, but your responsibilities will also include providing executive assistant support to the Director of Fundraising and Comms 50-50% of your time.
What you'll need to succeed
- Previous relevant experience in a similar role with demonstrable experience of providing administrative and executive assistant support to senior staff members.
- The ability to manage work and time effectively, including the management of competing priorities.
- Flexible and adaptable with a can-do attitude.
- Self-sufficient with sound judgement and decision-making skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
- An interest in and commitment to the long-term success and development of the charity sector.
What you'll get in return
- Flexible hybrid working
- Potential permanent opportunity
What you need to do now
This is a 3-month temporary role, with the opportunity of becoming a permanent job.
Therefore, if you're interested, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email your CV directly
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We are proud to be partnering with a National trade union body to find an outstanding National Officer’s Secretary.
You will have an understanding of member-based organisations, servicing committee meetings, expense processing, and usual undertaking of secretarial duties. Also, you will have to provide full PA support to the National Officer (NO) including establishing a clear understanding of the NO’s sector- specific responsibilities and contacts. The National Officer’s Secretary will deal with correspondence on behalf of the NO, including liaising with other departments where necessary. This job requires you to be involved in accurate preparation of paperwork, maintaining diary and organising meetings when necessary plus occasional travel to quarterly meetings. You will be providing advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including up to date Word applications, Excel and other database facilities, Outlook and Internet. The National Officer’s Secretary will be making travel and accommodation arrangements in liaison with Finance Department and eternal providers as necessary. You will also be managing discreet projects on the NO’s behalf.
This role is an immediate start and will be a temp role for up to 3 months with scope to become permanent. Office based near Holborn.
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In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a call to brief you on the role. We are looking forward to connecting with you.
We are looking for a new team member to provide full administrative and programme support to the Employment & Careers team. The role will involve supporting the team in the day to day running of the service including the preparation of contract documentation (such as registration forms, as well as specified supporting evidence: ID proofs, Proofs of Address etc.) for submission to funding partners, uploading data spreadsheets and CMS systems, and supporting the team with promotion, outreach and engagement of our services. This includes conducting follow-ups and answering queries (by phone, email and in person) from both current and prospective participants on the programmes being delivered by High Trees. They will also be responsible for the preparation of finance related performance evidence for monthly/quarterly submission.
The successful applicant will have experience of providing efficient administrative support, be very organised and able to work to deadlines while maintaining a high level of attention to detail. Must also be flexible and excited about being at the heart of a small but fast paced team which is committed to providing an excellent service to High Trees’ users.
Benefits of working at High Trees
- 35 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays and 3 Christmas days) rising by 1 day each year after 2 years’ service (capped at an additional 8 days)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave after 2 years’ service
- Save money off a new bike with the Cycle to Work scheme
- Up to 7% contribution to the staff pension scheme
- 24/7 Employee Support Line
- Clear pay structure with yearly increments (based on performance)
- Annual Staff away day
- Premium eye-care vouchers through Specsavers and season ticket loans
Job Title: Grants Programme Assistant
Salary: £35,000-£38,000 FTE
Location: London/option to work remotely for at least one day a week.
Contract: Part-time, 4 days a week
Prospectus are delighted to be working with Swire Chinese Language Foundation (‘SCLF’)
SCLF was established in 2016 with a 10-year mission and ten years of funding from John Swire & Sons Ltd with the objective of getting Mandarin Chinese more broadly taught in UK state schools across primary and secondary. The Foundation believes that there is tremendous value for young people to learn a foreign language and that learning Mandarin Chinese in Britain will enable future generations to develop a greater understanding of China.
The Grants Programme Assistant will support both the Executive Director and the Assistant Manager across the remit of the SCLF’s work to help it deliver its objectives. This is a unique and interesting opportunity to join the organisation at a key point in its ten-year trajectory as it works to support schools to continue their language provision post 2026 and help shape what that future might look like.
The postholder will play a key role when it comes to supporting the Executive Director and Assistant Manager in their day-to-day roles and get very involved in the operations of the Foundation. The work will cover wide remit of areas including: financial administration, supporting with termly funding reports-and-request process for schools, preparing internal expense requests and maintaining the expenses log. You will support with the annual Grant Agreement extension process, general programme administration, the annual data requests and the organisation of annual assessment visits to Centres. The postholder will maintain relationships with the Foundation’s network of schools and other institutions. You will support with board administration, scheduling meeting dates, manage logistics and support with the preparation of papers. You will also support with event administration for two annual conferences and also sit in on many of the meetings which the Foundation holds with various stakeholders and take meeting notes where possible.
You will have strong verbal and written communication skills and experience working with and maintaining good relations with a variety of different stakeholders. You will have a thorough approach to tasks and attention to detail. You will have a curiosity about and interest in the work of the Foundation. You will be flexible and have an adaptable approach to tasks. You will be comfortable working within a small team and also be able to work on your own initiative. You will have sound computer skills (Microsoft Office 365). You will also have strong numeracy skills.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
Are you an outstanding individual interested in a unique and varied maternity cover role as Executive Assistant to EIA UK’s Executive Director? If you possess excellent multitasking and organisational skills, and are passionate about the environment, you won’t want to miss this rare opportunity to make a difference.
The role:
This role will work closely with the Executive Director and proactively work to support the strategy of the organisation along with providing a first-class administration and coordination service. The role will ensure that activities taken forward are aligned to organisational culture, especially where they are cross-organisational to nurture a sense of wider team.
About you:
You will have extensive experience in a similar role and it is key to be able to work on your own initiative and be proactive in your approach. You will need experience of effectively supporting the delivery of strategy as well as outstanding communication, interpersonal and administrative skills. Having a commitment to EIA’s work is also important.
What we offer:
This is a full-time role for a 12-month maternity cover.
The salary is £40,000 - £45,000 depending upon experience. Benefits include 25 days holiday with additional days off between Christmas and New Year, as well as flexible and hybrid working arrangements and a mental health and wellbeing support programme.
Please refer to the job description for further details of how to apply.
We investigate and campaign against environmental crime and abuse.
Our undercover investigations expose transnational wildlife crime, with a focus on elephants and tigers, and forest crimes such as illegal logging and deforestation for cash crops like palm oil. We work to safeguard global marine ecosystems by addressing the threats posed by plastic pollution, bycatch and commercial exploitation of whales, dolphins and porpoises. Finally, we reduce the impact of climate change by campaigning to eliminate powerful refrigerant greenhouse gases, exposing related illicit trade and improving energy efficiency in the cooling sector.
Closing date 29-04-2024
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Prospectus is proud to be supporting The Mercers' Company, a livery company, focused on being a philanthropic force for good, with a rich history dating back over 700 years. With one of their main focuses being Older People and Housing, they are now searching for an Assistant Housing Manager, to join their London based team, initially on a 15-month maternity cover, fixed term contract.
As an Assistant Housing Manager you will work closely with the Housing Manager to support the delivery of operational efficiency across the Company's six residential sites and services for 206 residents, including leasehold. You will provide excellent customer service to residents and work to ensure that each site is safe, secure and compliant with regulatory requirements. As well as, supporting the development and implementation of new systems and processes, providing guidance on Housing policies and procedures and working closely with the finance team to manage rental income and invoice payment. You will also deputise in the absence of the Housing Manager.
Individuals with a background in property management and knowledge of housing benefits are encouraged to apply. Proficiency in IT and database management is essential, alongside exceptional customer service skills and administration skills.
Please note, this is a full-time role, 32.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday and you will be required to work on-site at their offices, based in Bank. Occasional visits to the schemes and national travel, may be required. Work from home days will be considered, depending on service need.
Please note, if successful you will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check
To apply please submit your CV, cover letters are not required at this stage. Following your application, you may be contacted by Prospectus for an informal discussion and may be asked to provide further information to assist with the recruitment process.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice Prospectus is committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Prospectus invests in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
Job title: School Fee Assistant (Accounts Receivable)
Contract type: Interim - Ongoing
Location: Head of a multisite school/academy - KT11 1BL
Pay: £14 - £15 an hour + holiday pay
Are you an experienced Accounts Receivable professional? If so this ongoing interim School Fee Assistant could be a great role for you.
In your role as School Fee Assistant you will be responsible for the day to day administration of student accounts whilst delivering accounts records and customer service.
Your day to day duties as School Fee Assistant will include;
- Processing Accounts Receivable invoices
- Processing all income, student record updated
- Raising credit notes
- Very light credit control - chasing outstanding payments
- Maintaining accurate billing information
- Taking payments over the phone and ensuring all income is recorded in correct ledger
- Managing the accounts receivable inbox and handling relevant queries
- Assist with month end reconciliations and biannual billing processes
In your role as Student Fee Assistant your duties you will work as part of a wider finance team at the Head of Offices.
The skills you will bring to your role as Student Fee Assistant will include;
- Prior experience in similar accounts receivable role (Prior experience in a school is not essential)
- Knowledge and understanding of debit VS credit
- Excellent communication and customer service experience
- Working knowledge of Excel and experience of any accounting system
If you are interested in applying for the position of Student Fee Assistant then please do so by sending your CV to
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
Your new company
HAYS are working with a leading authority [charity] who provide advice and support to organisations and councils to decrease energy consumption and create cost-effective energy solutions.
Your new role involves providing comprehensive support to members of our leadership team - a total of 4 Directors with the help of their current EA.
This position has come up due to an unexpected change and needs to be filled ASAP!
Your responsibilities
- Comprehensive, proactive diary and schedule management for senior leaders - arranging meetings, planning tasks, arranging
travel. - Managing email and Teams correspondence efficiently - bringing urgent/business critical matters to attention, responding and
categorising as appropriate. - Supporting senior leaders with key tasks - e.g. creating presentations and papers, proof-reading work, organising team
events. - Completing administrative tasks efficiently and accurately - e.g. processing invoices, payment/expenses sign off, submitting
recruitment paperwork, arranging interviews, maintaining files and document records. - Supporting senior leaders with people management - booking performance reviews, approving leave where appropriate.
- Administering board/senior team meetings to facilitate their smooth, effective operation - scheduling meetings, producing
agendas, forward planners and minutes, distributing papers, following up actions. - Act as the point of contact between leaders and internal and external stakeholders when needed, ensuring effective relationships are built/maintained.
Essential
- Advanced MS office
- Interest in the mission, vision and strategy of the Charity
- Knowledge of company governance and business administration matters
- Shorthand / speed-writing
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Job Title
Operations Assistant
Salary
£25,000 - £28,000 per annum - pro-rata for part time working
Location
We operate as a remote-first organisation, providing an office in Central London. Given that this position contributes to office operations, it will be hybrid, requiring at least one day in the office per week.
Reporting to
Senior Operations Manager
Employment Type
Permanent part time (15 hours per week)
We are open to a flexible work pattern that suits your needs. Ideally we would like someone to work for 3 hours, every weekday.
Application Closing Date
10am Monday 29 April 2024
Introduction to the role
This is an opportunity to help support a busy organisation doing important work. Your work will make it possible for us to support a team of fact checkers, communicators, fundraisers and technologists.
Millions of people use our fact checking, including most of the major internet companies. We get powerful people and institutions to correct the record, including politicians and the national media. We are campaigning to ensure that the power to shape online debate is scrutinised and not abused.
We’re looking for someone who can support our talented team of 40 people, by making sure the organisation runs smoothly and being a ‘go-to’ person.
You will join our small Operations team who manage our finances, governance and people operations. We oversee policies, processes and systems so that it is easy and enjoyable for people to do their best work. That means making sure everyone has what they need to do their jobs. You will manage queries, provide basic IT and financial support, support recruitment and make sure people have a good experience whether they are starting or leaving us. You’ll keep the office running smoothly and make sure we have up to date documentation.
If you are interested in applying but not sure you have all the skills, please do apply. We are open both to supporting learning on the job and to rearranging tasks within the team to suit the skillsets of the best applicant
Job Definition
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Manage incoming internal and external queries via post, the admin and team email addresses, the operations Slack channel, main phone line and any operational queries (via Freshdesk)
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Manage any necessary purchasing to ensure the team have what they need to work effectively
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Support the Fundraising team with correspondence to donors and mail campaigns
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Provide basic IT support to the team by monitoring the IT Support Slack channel, ordering equipment, providing instructions for how to use Google Workspace, Trello and Slack, and equipment such as laptops and cameras used in hybrid meetings
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Support the Senior Operations Manager with bookkeeping to enable the SOM / accountants to produce timely and accurate management accounts
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Support the People Operations Manager with recruitment by posting job adverts on our website and third party channels, managing communication with candidates and setting up new team members with everything they need to get started at Full Fact
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Manage the tasks involved with people leaving the organisation.
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Support the Senior Operations Manager with coordination and minute taking of Board, Committee and Management Team meetings
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Ensure a well run office by managing supplies and liaising with the facilities team (e.g. delivery of water bottles, ensuring facilities are working, setting up the office for team events)
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Keep registers up to date (e.g. fixed assets, abuse register, software register)
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Support the team with travel arrangements
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Support the People Operations Manager with coordinating training and development initiatives
Outcomes
In the first 6 months you can expect to:
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Successfully create a conducive environment for our team during the office move in collaboration with the Senior Operations Manager.
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Achieve streamlined and efficient management of IT equipment for both new starters and leavers.
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Deliver a great candidate experience for candidates by supporting the People Operations Manager with recruitment activities.
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Optimise operational costs by identifying and acting on savings opportunities.
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Organise our team social events to celebrate our teams’ achievements in an important year for our work.
What we are looking for from you
Political impartiality and sensitivity:
You are committed to the political neutrality of our work and have a good understanding of impartiality (please see the rules on our website).
Understanding of public debate in the UK and sensitivity to the political context we work in.
Job skills/competencies
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Proven experience in an administrative or operational support role.
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Experience with accounting packages, ideally Xero.
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Experience with Excel/ Google Sheets.
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Proficiency in Google Workspace, Trello and Slack.
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Minimum of GCSE Mathematics (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above.
Personal skills/competencies
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Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
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Attention to detail and accuracy.
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Flexible with a ‘can do’ approach to work
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Understands the importance of confidentiality.
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Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
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Commitment to the mission and values of Full Fact.
What we offer
Starting salary of £25,000 - £28,000 per annum pro-rata depending on experience.
Workplace Pension
Generous holidays
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25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
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In addition, we close the office for a period between Christmas and New Year.
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Day off for moving home.
Comfortable, centrally located London office with good transport links.
Employee Assistance Programme.
How to apply
Upload your CV and cover letter using the link below by 10am on Monday 29th April, 2024
Our recruitment platform will remove identifying details such as email addresses to allow us to sift applications anonymously
Before applying, please read the requirements we place on staff to protect Full Fact’s independence and non-partisanship. This can be found on our website.
How the application process will work
We want to see you at your best to understand your strengths and the contribution you could make at Full Fact with strong support, including for your learning and development. We also want to make sure that we use your time well during this process and don’t ask for more from you than we need to. We will make any reasonable adjustments we need to make to this process to help ensure you can perform at your best. For more information about this before applying, please contact us.
The interview panel will be Charlotte Ross (Senior Operations Manager), Laura Dewis (COO) and Sophie Hale (People Operations Manager).
The process starts off with an anonymised covering letter and CV. This will be read by at least two people to produce a shortlist for interview.
The first round interviews will be a phone (not video) interview, lasting no more than half an hour, at a time that’s convenient for you. We will record it so at least two people can review each interview to decide who we invite back for the second round. The recordings will be deleted at the end of the process.
The second round will include a structured interview and a timed task which assumes no prior knowledge. The task can be completed prior to the interview, at a time that most suits you.
The interview will be with the full panel by video and last no more than an hour. We’ll tell you everything you need to know to prepare, including anything we’d recommend reading in advance
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
An exciting position has arisen for a PR and Communications Assistant to join the team at a leading international Charity. This is a permanent position to provide essential administrative support to the PR and Communications team, and support in developing press releases and maintaining relationships with media outlets.
Key responsibilities of the role:
- Provide essential administrative support, including maintaining filing systems
- Monitor media coverage for reputational risk and be the first point of contact for all media enquiries
- Write content for external and internal channels
- Support the team to organise and attend media interviews, case study interviews, filming or photography shoots and events as required
- Contribute to the day-to-day support of social media channels and on occasion updating the website using a content management system as required
- Support the delivery of campaigns and stories as required
Successful candidate profile:
- Experience working in an administrative support role
- Practical experience working in a Communications department
- Experience in social media management and content creation
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills, with the ability to build professional relationships both internally and externally
- Demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving and creativity
Agency reference number: J79996
Location: London
Duration: Permanent
Salary: £26,000 per annum
Working hours: 35 hours a week
Working pattern: Hybrid
This vacancy will be actively shortlisted so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out.
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.
Job Title: PA to Senior Leadership Team (SLT)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 22.2 hours per week (0.60 fte)
Location: Remote/Home working
Salary: Grade C £ 16,888per annum - £19,511per annum (£28,148 - £32,519 pro rata) depending upon experience plus 8% employer pension contribution (pro rata)
We are looking for a highly organised and motivated individual to provide an excellent PA service to our Senior Leadership Team and Chief Strategy Officer (CSO).
You will have previous experience as a personal assistant working within a busy team. You will be skilled in using all Office applications as well as in prioritising and supporting multiple people simultaneously.
You will work independently but also be part of the CEO Office team and will be key to contributing to our wider purpose of saving butterflies and moths.
If you are excited about the prospects of working for a leading wildlife charity, please read through the job description and person specification, to see if you have the right skills to join the team. Please visit our website to learn more about Butterfly Conservation.
Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.
Closing date: Midday Tuesday 07 May 2024
Interviews will take place on Friday 17 May 2024
(either via Teams or Zoom)
No Agencies please
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Our client, a leading London University, is looking to appoint a Student Funding Assistant to provide advice and information to staff and students in relation to tuition fees and UK student loans.
This is a short term post, running for 6 weeks in the first instance. You will be required on site 3 days per week, in south west London.
The main elements of the role will include:
- Providing advice to students applying for funding via external agencies, including the SLC, NHS, US Federal Aid and other national and international funding bodies
- Monitoring our shared mailboxes, responding to queries and referring matters to colleagues/other services as appropriate
- Assisting with processing students’ applications to our hardship funds and the Conference Presentation Fund
This post is looking to start as soon as possible, so you will need to be available immediately or at short notice in order to be considered.
If you are interested in finding out more information about this new opportunity, please register your interest below and submit your CV in Word format.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
One of the UK’s most inspiring and best known faith-based organisations is looking for an experienced PR and Communications Assistant to provide administrative, monitoring, evaluation and content creation support.
This role will be part of a busy team that raises awareness of The Salvation Army as a church and charity committed to social justice whose work includes running food banks, helping people who are homeless and supporting survivors of modern slavery.
To be successful in this role you will need to be an enthusiastic and confident self-starter with strong interpersonal, organisational and problem-solving skills. The ability to deliver accurate work while under pressure and to tight deadlines is a must and experience in dealing with journalists would be an advantage.
In return, we offer an interesting and varied role that puts you in contact with colleagues from across The Salvation Army and allows you to gain experience in dealing with the media.
Benefits:
25 days annual leave + bank holidays, a contributory pension scheme; season ticket loan and an employee assistance programme
Closing date: Tuesday 30th April 2024. We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.
In order to complete your application please visit our website via this advert and download and read the job profile and any other attachments.
In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement as this forms the basis of our shortlisting.
Appointment subject to satisfactory references and proof of right to work in the UK.
Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident scheme Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
Are you a sparky individual with a knack for providing excellent supporter services?
We are working closely with a great charity to recruit a Supporter Care and Fundraising Assistant, joining the team on an interim basis, you will be dealing with all initial enquiries via telephone and email. This is a varied and exciting role that will also see you supporting the fundraising team, providing administration and customer care to their existing and new supporters including processing donations and managing finance reconciliations.
You will need:
- Some experience working in a supporter care capacity
- Excellent communications and customer service skills
- Great attention to detail and organisational skills
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment including building good rapport with internal stakeholders
Deadline: ASAP
Salary: Salary: £29,000 – £30,000
Location: Hybrid-London
Contract type- Contract
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Chloe on 02030 062787 or email [email protected].
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.