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These are exciting times for the charity, and we have an outstanding opportunity for a highly self-motivated professional to join the Marketing and Communications team as Head of Strategic Communications.
Position: Head of Strategic Communication
Location: Working principally from home, flexibility will be required for occasional onsite working in Devon.
Salary: £55,000 per annum
Contract: Full time
Contract: 12-month fixed term contract starting in February 2022
Benefits: Generous annual leave, pension scheme, Healthshield plan, confidential counselling service, subsidised restaurant, free parking, enhanced maternity/paternity benefits, Life Assurance Scheme, 31 day’s holiday per year, inclusive of the 8 statutory public holidays. This increases by one day each year until a maximum of 34 days is reached.
Closing Date: Sunday 19 December 2021. However, the organisation reserves the right to close this vacancy before the advertised date, and would therefore encourage early applications.
The Role
Working closely with the Director of Brand and Communications and other marketing department heads, you will play a major part in developing and delivering the new communications strategy – a plan that will resonate with target stakeholders and external influencers – bringing an innovative but intelligent approach to helping people see donkeys in a whole new and different light.
Through effective and consistent communications, you will help drive a programme of brand evolution and values based cultural change that gives the charity a clarity of purpose and relevance to everybody the world over – harnessing the passion, expertise and pride of the people to connect multiple stakeholders, through multiple channels, to the cause.
About You
You will have demonstrable and relevant experience of working in media relations, strategic communications, PR and issues-based campaigns, along with:
- Sound knowledge of industry-leading communications best practice in both internal and external communication
- Excellent leadership, communication, influencing and organisational skills
- Experience of working with the media at local, national and international level, as part of a senior management team and in establishing and driving communication processes.
Business partner experience and a working knowledge of advocacy and campaigning within the charity or government sectors are desirable.
If you feel you have the qualities, skills and experience to fulfil this vital role, and would like to help drive the evolving programme of change taking place within the charity, we would love to hear from you.
In return…
You can be part of an evolving program of change taking place within a leading charity working in an area of outstanding natural beauty. With amazing benefits and opportunities to develop you career, you can really make a difference in a fulfilling and rewarding role.
About the Organisation
The charity is one of the UK’s largest international animal welfare charities, currently supporting projects in over 35 countries worldwide, working for a world where donkeys and mules live free from suffering and their contribution to humanity is fully valued.
“The Sanctuary is a positive place to work with friendly staff and a wonderful charity. With amazing work throughout the world, once you join you never want to leave!”
The organisation is a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (children and adults) and expects all staff and volunteers to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including an application for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where required for the post.
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A great opportunity to work as part of the Senior Management Team within a charitable organisation that really makes a difference. Focusing on strategic development of the charity.
The role:
· Working closely with the CEO, Senior Management Team and Trustees to execute the organisational strategy, raise brand awareness and drive stakeholder engagement;
· Line managing Project Managers supporting them in the delivery of a range of projects;
· Operational support for the CEO;
· Data Protection Officer for the Charity;
· Networking with partner organisations.
· Active member of the Senior Management Team.
Living Options Devon exists to ensure people with physical, learning and/or sensory disabilities and Deaf people with sign language can make an active and equal contribution in society.
To become part of our organisation you should have the following skills:
· Excellent understanding of successful operational project delivery;
· Understanding of Data Protection, confidentiality and safeguarding issues;
· Strong problem-solving skills;
· An interest in disability and Deaf issues.
In return for your hard work and dedication you’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits including:
- Competitive salary
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Flexible working location – remote/Exeter office based
- Contributory pension scheme (conditions apply)
- Training and development opportunities
- Cycle to work scheme
- Fully Accessible office with on-site parking
Closing Date: 5pm on Tuesday 21st December 2021
Interview Date: Friday 7th January 2022
PLEASE NOTE: All applications have to be received by a completed application form which can be downloaded from our website.
An enhanced DBS check is required for this post.
Living Options Devon strives to be user-led in all that we do and we welcome applications from disabled and Deaf people.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
My client is a well established University in Devon who is looking to recruit a Finance Business Partner on a permanent basis.
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and proactive individual to join our team to provide a link between Finance and all other parts of the University, working in partnership to ensure the achievement of business targets, compliance with policies and adding value in all areas of work.
As a Finance Business Partner, you will be responsible to drive financial performance in a specific Faculty of the University by providing leadership, guidance and support on financial information, business performance and implementation of strategies.
You will also support the Associate Director of Finance and the team of Finance Business Partners on the delivery and development of business support services to the University.
This is an important role for the University and would ideally suit someone who is use to working in a busy , complex environment and someone who is proactive, able to juggle an ever changing work load and most importantly has excellent written and verbal communication skills and is able to work with all levels of stakeholders, senior management and academic staff
The Abbeyfield Sidmouth Society provides supported living housing accommodation, support, and companionship for older people and owns three supported living houses in Sidmouth, Devon. Together these three houses currently provide accommodation for up to a maximum of 60 residents. They are Abbeyfield Court, Cotmaton House and Culver House.
We are now looking to recruit our first Chief Operating Officer to provide effective day-to-day management of the three Houses and the Central Team, their staff, and volunteers. You will also work with the Board of Trustees to provide strategic leadership and ensure the organisation meets its charitable objectives through the delivery of a range of high-quality services focussing on the needs of the residents.
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate senior management experience ideally gained from a supported living environment. You will also have been have been responsible for ensuring the appropriate policies are in place, financial and facilities management. You will be a supportive and motivational manager who understands how to implement effective change management. We are looking for resilience, positivity and compassion. If you would like to play a key part in the future of our services, please read the attached information pack which also includes details of how to apply.
- Application by CV and covering letter to our Recruitment Partner, Jackie Dawkins,
- closing date: 3rd December2021
- First interview with Jackie Dawkins: 8th and 9th December 2021
- Interview and Assessment Day with Abbeyfield Sidmouth Society: tbc
Shine Charity Recruitment Director, Jackie Dawkins started her recruitment career in 1986 and launched Shine, a specialist charity recruitment ... Read more