Fixed-term maternity cover for a period of 12 months from April 2021

The role

As a member of our Policy, Evidence and Influencing team, this is an exciting opportunity to lead on our secondary breast cancer policy work to influence change for people with breast cancer across the UK. This will involve driving forward key areas identified in our secondary breast campaign, including support from a clinical nurse specialist.

You will manage one of the team’s key objective issues and co-ordinate policy activity in this to ensure delivery against the Directorate’s objectives as well as researching and developing evidence-based policy positions and recommendations. You will also influence directly on behalf of the charity at senior level external meetings, develop and maintain contacts, build relationships and increase the charity’s profile, acting on opportunities to influence, as well as supporting the team’s strategy development, planning and budgeting processes.

About you

You will have considerable experience of working in a relevant policy role delivering significant change; and will have project management experience, working across teams and departments and effectively leading the implementation of strategic work streams. You will also have excellent communication skills, be able to work independently and be a strategic thinker. You will have an excellent understanding of the current policy landscape.

About us

We’re Breast Cancer Now, the charity that’s steered by world-class research and powered by life-changing care. We’re here for anyone affected by breast cancer, the whole way through, providing support for today and hope for the future.

We’re that trusted friend that people affected by breast cancer turn to for caring support when they need it most. The expert authority on breast cancer research who is making breakthroughs and driving forward progress. And a vehicle for change, acting now to make sure anyone affected by breast cancer gets the best possible treatment and care.

We believe that we can change the future of breast cancer and make sure that, by 2050, everyone diagnosed with the disease lives – and is supported to live well. But we need to act now.

Please note that whilst Breast Cancer Now is following Government guidelines regarding working from home, this role is based in London and the expectation is that once restrictions are eased that the post holder will be based within this office for the majority of the time. Should you have any queries with regards to this please contact us in the first instance.

Breast Cancer Now is an inclusive employer committed to developing a diverse workforce.

Closing date Sunday 14 March 2021 at 11:55pm

Interview date Friday 26 March 2021

Summary 

Over the last few years Prostate Cancer Research has grown significantly increasing the number of academic research projects we fund whilst placing collaboration and patient voice at the heart of our research strategy. Deep engagement with our patient population in recent years has highlighted a desire for Prostate Cancer Research to fund work that can deliver new treatments with a greater sense of urgency. As a result, we make sure that any research we fund has a clear roadmap to the clinic. Furthermore, we are also looking to increase our funding of later stage research, including in a commercial setting.

Like all organisations Covid-19 has impacted fundraising. However, thanks to a strong financial base, a forward thinking board and flexible staff team we have been able to spend the last 12 months building internal structures, creating new relationships and focusing on potential areas of growth. A new Translational Research Director is now required to bring a scientific, innovative and commercial approach to transform the impact PCR can have in academic and translational research for prostate cancer. 

The two areas which the Translational Research Director (TRD) will be required to lead on are;

• The scientific lead when developing commercial partnerships.

The successful candidate will be the scientific lead on creating new industry relationships and identifying opportunities to translate our academic research into commercial opportunities. This could include linking with biotechs, pharmaceuticals and governments for licensing, spinning out, or clinical trials. You will understand the cross over between industry priorities and PCR’s research, identify where PCR can add value and then work alongside the fundraising team to secure new funding.

• The creation of a translational research fund focused on prostate cancer. 

The Translational Director will be responsible for identifying the best academic research with commercial potential as well as coordinating a team of advisors to identify companies with existing oncology assets that could be successful utilised for new treatments or diagnostics for prostate cancer.

Job Description

The successful candidate will be someone who has a strong understanding of oncology, along with an innovative and commercial approach to transforming the impact PCR can have in academic and translational research.

Relationship Building

• Position PCR as the key partner to work with in the prostate cancer transaltional field.

• Identify therapeutic pipeline opportunities that correlate with PCR’s project portfolio.

• Ensure the organisation identifies opportunities for research and educational partnerships to co-fund or create new projects with external partners. These could include biotechs, large pharma or investors. 

• You will be the scientific lead to enable us to create new partnerships. You will work alongside the CEO, Head of Research and Communications, Head of Major Gifts and Head of Partnerships to realise collaborative funding deals, educational grants for specific projects and sponsorship agreements.

• Identify potential reputational risks and implement appropriate risk mitigation when developing joint projects.

Project Management of commercial partnership projects

• Ensure that any joint project with a commercial partner is kicked off and that the delivery team understand the nature of the relationship with the partner and key deliverables.

• Ensure that projects are sufficiently and appropriately resourced. 

• Take an overview of the management of all live projects, ensuring that relevant meetings take place - initiation, mid-project update, data processing and final evaluation.

• Keep abreast of outstanding proposals to foresee and plan workload levels. 

Creation of a Translational Research Fund

• Create a portfolio of investment opportunities in both diagnostics and therapeutics and carry out the required analysis and due diligence of any given opportunity.

• Help to select an external fund manager who we will work alongside to raise circa £40-£60m to invest in translational research and/or help to set up an internal fund to invest in early stage research.

• Work alongside the fundraising team to find a cornerstone investor for this fund.

• Work with an investment committee and potentially an external fund manager to find, select and support seed funded companies and more established firms as necessary.

• Be the bridge between PCR and an external fund manager/committee.

Act as a key member of leadership team of PCRC

• Work together with other senior staff to provide leadership for the organisation.

• Have an input on the overall direction of the organisation and contribute to the growth and success of the charity. 

• Identify key areas for organisational development which will provide better opportunities for the organisation to meet its goals. 

• Take a lead role in establishing development plans for the more junior members of the team.

Person Specification

• Educated to MSc or PhD level in relevant medical sciences.

• Experience of translational research.

• Strong understanding of the oncology pharma world and ability to think creatively around new ways to create prostate cancer breakthroughs playing to our strengths

• Significant experience of working effectively with other organisations.

• Project management experience – experience of having overall responsibility for delivering on significant projects.

• Understanding of the investment landscape and significant financial acumen.

• Entrepreneurial mind-set – ability to overcome challenges, high level of motivation and strong decision making.

• Focus on impact for people with Prostate Cancer.

Location: Flexible - will be based at home to start with, and then time can be split between home and our offices in London 

To apply please send a cv and covering letter stating why you are suitable for the role

Do you like being empowered? And empowering others?

Do you have experience of successfully leading a team?

Are you passionate and creative? Are you flexible, adaptable and willing to learn?

We're excited to be able to offer you an opportunity to join our team.

We're looking for someone who loves working with people and has the ability to lead, inspire and empower those around them. Our successful candidate will be someone who is friendly and positive in their approach and attitude, with the energy to instill this in others. They will be able to work collaboratively with peers and colleagues, actively engaging with others and building strong working relationships. We also require someone with a business mind with the ability to make confident commercial decisions.

As a Shop Manager, we can offer you a challenging but enjoyable and hugely rewarding role with Save the Children. We will provide you with the right support and coaching you need in order to successfully manage and lead a team of volunteers in running one of our Mary's Living & Giving shops.

Our Highgate shop is located in the heart of Highgate with really attractive surroundings with a busy coffee shop and local independent shop vibe. There are also a number of other busy charity shops on the same street. With a great shop floor layout and brilliant downstairs sorting room space which has also previously been used for creative pop-up projects, this is a shop which is brimming with potential. Having been closed since March 2020 this is a shop that will require re-engagement with the community and developing its small volunteer team. 

We are looking for a friendly, positive character who values kindness and generosity of spirit. The ideal candidate would have experience in managing and inspiring a team as well as experience in retail.

As stated the current volunteer team is small so there is great opportunity here to grow and empower this current team and in doing so grow and develop income for Save the Children. 

The Highgate Shop receives many beautiful and high value donations and that is what draws many of our regular customers. But in addition to this Highgate is also a popular tourist area and in line with our philosophy and ethos we are looking for someone who is able to maximise on these donations but also create a space that is inclusive and welcoming to everyone. 

Running a charity shop is hard work but the rewards that come with building your shop community, being part of the wider Save the Children Team and a role that makes a difference to Children's lives is extremely fulfilling. Looking forward to hearing from you. 

The Mary's Living & Giving philosophy is about bringing the local community to life, creating a welcoming environment for people to come together with energy, kindness and love. See attached.

Does this excite you? Is this something you can believe in?

If so, we'd love to hear from you.

Working in more than 120 countries, Save the Children does whatever it takes to create breakthroughs in the way the world treats children. Together, we save children's lives, fight for their rights and help them fulfil their potential.

At Save the Children we are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

Our mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. If you share our mission, are passionate about making it happen and strongly believe you can contribute then join us and we'll give you every opportunity to succeed. We look forward to hearing from you.

Closing date: Wednesday 10th March

We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds, LGBT+ and from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as these are underrepresented at Save the Children UK.

Job Title: Development Manager, Trusts
Salary: £35,881-£37,763 dependent on experience (inclusive of London weighting of  £3,490 applicable to London based applicants
Start date: As soon as possible
Location: ThinkForward head office, Angel, Islington, with flexibility for remote working
Reporting to: Director of development and communications

Please apply with your CV and a cover letter outlining your interest in and suitability for the role. Only applications with a cover letter will be considered. 

Closing date:  9am on 29th March, Successful applicants will be contacted within seven days of the closing date.

Benefits: 4.5% employer pension contribution, 25 days annual leave with additional office closure days at Christmas, two paid volunteer days, commitment to CPD, employee assistance programme, rewards programme, wellbeing focus, special leave opportunities, season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme.

Key relationships: CEO, executive team and business partnership managers, trustees, development committee, senior representatives from grant-making trusts, foundations and statutory bodies.

Overview of ThinkForward

ThinkForward runs two breakthrough coaching programmes which intervene early to ensure young people at risk of becoming unemployed make a successful transition from education to work. Long-term coaching support over a number of years helps young people to take control of their own lives and believe in themselves.

The ThinkForward programme works with young people who face multiple challenges that might be holding them back from achieving their potential so that they can prepare for and gain work. The MoveForward programme works with young people with mild to moderate learning disabilities who have the potential to work but who may find it hard to prepare for and access opportunities.

At the heart of both programmes are coaches who provide young people with personalised one-to-one coaching and access to targeted activities which provide insights into the world of work and develop the skills needed for it.

The ThinkForward programme has a strong track record of delivering sustained impact, 83% our most recent graduates were in education or employment when they left the programme.

Having started as just a small pilot in London in 2011, the organisation and programmes have since expanded to Nottingham, Kent and the West Midlands. Our new five-year strategy aims to grow our work sustainably. To do this we are focused on evaluating what works and seeking strategic partners who can help us achieve our expansion aims.

ThinkForward’s fundraising track record

The original ThinkForward programme was funded by a social impact bond (SIB) which provided 50% of the funds needed for the programme to operate. The rest of our funding came from a few strategic and significant corporate and grant making trust grants. When the SIB ended in 2015, we developed a more diverse mix of philanthropic partners through funders including The Big Lottery Communities Fund, the GLA Young Londoners Fund, BBC Children in Need, Credit Suisse, Epic Foundation and Paul Hamlyn and at present our philanthropic income is close to £2m. In 2019 we created another SIB as part of the Government’s Life Chance’s Fund to grow our MoveForward programme and are now looking for further ways to grow our statutory income as part of our new five-year strategy.

We have many repeat funders and a strong community of loyal supporters who we keep in touch with our work through regular engagement opportunities.

Whilst our funding heritage is strong, we are an incredibly ambitious team and know there is more for us to do to build strategic partnerships which not only provide valuable funds but also open doors and create fairer employment opportunities for the young people on our programmes.

The development team benefits from the networks and advice of an active development committee, a sub-committee of ThinkForward’s board of trustees, as well as a network of business partners and contacts across the regions where we work.

Overview of role

The development manager will play a key role in a small development team, working alongside the director of development and communications, another manager leading on corporates, their foundations and major donors and a development officer. The purpose of the role is to play an active part in generating new business as well as account management, through the creation of a strong pipeline of opportunity and high-quality relationship development of future and existing partners.

It is a great opportunity for a proactive individual who wants to apply and develop a range of skills in a dynamic and ambitious team. There will be plenty of exciting project management opportunities which will include developing bids with the delivery team, the chance to influence strategy and lots of room to grow.

The development manager will have an impressive track record in building new partnerships and securing high-level funding from grant making trusts, foundations and statutory sources. They will embrace challenge and be excited by the prospect of being able to work in a small and entrepreneurial organisation, with the chance to shape ThinkForward’s future fundraising and profile.

The organisation is open to receiving applications from individuals with transferrable skills from the private sector.

Core responsibilities

• Working closely with the director, contribute to the development of the organisation’s new funding plan, which will reflect the organisation’s new five-year strategy and ambition for trust and statutory income growth.
• Work closely with the development team to build a pipeline of funding prospects, conducting research to qualify prospects and prioritise approaches.
• Work closely with the development director and director of programmes to identify fundable projects and manage a portfolio of opportunities which can also be drawn upon by other members of the team.
• Work closely with the delivery team to design proposals to secure core and project-based funding, where possible prioritising the organisation’s core funding needs and multi-year commitments. Ensure the needs of donors are balanced with the needs of the organisation and that a strong return on investment is achieved in the design and delivery of partnerships.
• Manage the development of a trust, foundation and statutory pipeline. Establish clear metrics to monitor its success and inform regular financial forecasts and team KPIs.
• Manage cultivation and solicitation plans for a portfolio of new business prospects and secure a significant portion of the team’s new business target for the 2021/22 financial year (financial year September – August).
• Manage a portfolio of existing funders. Ensure each partnership is managed carefully with the delivery team and other internal stakeholders. Take a pro-active approach to securing renewals and scaling-up existing funding.
• Own the team’s funder reporting calendar, working closely with the head of impact to make sure reporting requirements are planned in a timely way and are achievable.
• Become the team’s expert on impact, working with the impact team to understand  data and create a strong narrative for funders to easily understand how ThinkForward’s programmes are making a difference to young people’s lives.
• Write high quality funding applications, donor communications, project reports, briefing documents and donor updates to support excellent stewardship.
• Working closely with the rest of the team and communications, take a lead on designing new and engaging cultivation and stewardship opportunities for prospective and existing donors.
• Provide financial management for partners, including developing and managing budgets and ensure prompt completion of finance data for the team’s cycle of quarterly income forecasting.
• Support the implementation of effective fundraising processes and systems, including maintaining all prospect and donor information on ThinkForward’s relationship management system CiviCRM.

• Network to stay ahead of the latest trends and developments in fundraising. Use this knowledge to proactively contribute towards the team and organisation’s strategy and longer-term ambitions.

Person specification

We are looking for a candidate who can demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• A proven track record of success raising funds from trusts, foundations and statutory sources min £50k+ and multi-year.
• Minimum of three years in a similar fundraising role.
• Creative thinker who can identify needs and spot opportunities for business development.
• Strong project management skills to bring relevant internal stakeholders together to create fundable projects and scope out financial and operational requirements.
• Ability to develop detailed knowledge of ThinkForward’s work and impact.
• Strong relationship development and management skills to grow and retain funding.
• Networking and influencing skills.
• Strong written and communication skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and tasks.
• Willingness to support with other team’s projects including volunteering from time to time.

In order to succeed in the role, you will also have the following competencies:

• Creative and innovative mindset and confidence to challenge the status quo
• Strategic thinking and strong judgment.
• Proactive and driven.
• Solutions focused.
• Confidence to lead work with senior stakeholders and step in to support the director and CEO from time to time.
• Affinity to ThinkForward’s work.

The organisation reserves the right from time to time to make reasonable changes to this job description, to take account of organisational changes.

Please note, as a minimum requirement, applicants will have the right to work in the UK.

Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will only be able to contact successful applicants. 

ThinkForward is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment.

ThinkForward are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

As a registered Disability Confident employer, ThinkForward has an accessible recruitment process. We offer interviews to all applicants who meet the job requirements and who declare themselves as having a disability. For anyone or any PAs who require adjustments or an accessible version of our application process please do contact us and we will ensure you have what you require to successfully complete this process.

Flexible location - Fixed term maternity cover contract for a period of 14 months from April 2021

The role

The role is maternity cover during a key period of cross-organisational activity for the Digital Product team. Expected outcomes for this period include the development of a new website for Breast Cancer Now, and a related project to ensure cookie compliance across all our websites and apps.

The Head of Digital Product leads on the development and management of digital platforms, website content and technology.

The role will manage the Digital Product team, who work on website projects, digital services and apps, and support the delivery of content for these, including but not limited to health tools and products, ecommerce systems and fundraising campaigns.

The role will work with the Associate Director, Digital and Strategic Insight to deliver a digital product and content strategy for the charity, including the development of new digital products to achieve marketing and organisational objectives. 

The role manages two Digital Product Managers and the Digital Content Manager.

About you

At this key time for the Digital Product team, you will have demonstrable experience delivering large-scale website development projects using Agile methodologies.

You are a collaborative and effective communicator, with a track record of engaging internal stakeholders and managing multiple external agencies. You’re as comfortable managing teams and working with colleagues using remote working platforms such as Microsoft Teams and Slack as you are in an office environment.

You have a strong understanding of digital product management and digital content management and production, with direct experience in the development and maintenance of websites.

About us

We’re Breast Cancer Now, the charity that’s steered by world-class research and powered by life-changing care. We’re here for anyone affected by breast cancer, the whole way through, providing support for today and hope for the future.

We’re that trusted friend that people affected by breast cancer turn to for caring support when they need it most. The expert authority on breast cancer research who is making breakthroughs and driving forward progress. And a vehicle for change, acting now to make sure anyone affected by breast cancer gets the best possible treatment and care.

We believe that we can change the future of breast cancer and make sure that, by 2050, everyone diagnosed with the disease lives – and is supported to live well. But we need to act now.

Please note that whilst Breast Cancer Now is following Government guidelines regarding working from home, this role will be based in your chosen office and the expectation is that once restrictions are eased that the post holder will be based within this office for the majority of the time. Should you have any queries with regards to this please contact us in the first instance.

Breast Cancer Now is an inclusive employer committed to developing a diverse workforce.

Closing date Monday 8 March 2021 at 9:00am

Interview date Friday 12 March 2021

Farringdon, London (This position can be based outside the UK provided it is in a country with an SC office from which you would be able to work)

Temporary

Full time or part time

We are looking for an experienced individual to provide maternity cover for the Humanitarian Evidence, Effectiveness and Accountability Adviser (Accountability & Child Participation) position. This position sits within Save the Children UK's Humanitarian Department but works on behalf of the Save the Children movement. The core task of the position is to lead, and coordinate efforts related to improving accountability to children and wider communities, as well as supporting tools and guidance for improving accountability in all contexts, using a rights-based approach.

Working in more than 120 countries, we do whatever it takes to create breakthroughs in the way the world treats children. Our Humanitarian department integrates emergency and development work, through our country programmes. It increases our capacity to meet the assistance and protection needs of children and their families affected by crises. Together, we save children's lives, fight for their rights and help them fulfil their potential.

As the Evidence, Effectiveness & Accountability Adviser you will work alongside the Global Communicating with Crisis-Affected Communities lead, and this role will co-lead organisational efforts to transform accountability within our humanitarian responses. In addition, you will:

• Support response and surge staff to design their Accountability to Affected Population strategies and systems in a participatory way
• Provide technical advice on the intersections of child participation, research ethics and safeguarding.
• Ensure Save the Children's evidence and learning from humanitarian accountability is well documented, shared globally and that changes are implemented within responses.
• Support the smooth running of the Humanitarian Technical Unit, the senior management team, cross departmental teams and Save the Children International.  

To be successful you will have significant experience of working in MEAL in the humanitarian sector. You should be able to demonstrate the delivery of large strategic projects through strong project management skills and be able to communicate with impact to build consensus for change.

In addition, you will have:

• Significant experience of delivering MEAL in response including demonstrable experience of working in humanitarian settings
• A flexible and initiative-taking attitude with the ability to manage and prioritise an unpredictable workload
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to provide practical solutions to operational challenges
• Demonstrable understanding of quality, effectiveness and accountability initiatives in the humanitarian sector
• Excellent verbal and written communications and relationship building skills in order to deal tactfully and sensitively with a wide range of people in a large organisation.

At Save the Children our mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. If you share our mission, are passionate about making it happen and strongly believe you can contribute then join us and we'll give you every opportunity to succeed.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Closing Date: 05/03/2021

Please note - whilst this role is advertised as office based, Save The Children UK will remain a remote-working organisation until at least 30 June 2021.

We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds, LGBT+ and from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as these are underrepresented at Save the Children UK.

Job Title: SEND Employment Coach
Reporting To: Head of Programmes, MoveForward
Location: Medway
Contract: Permanent, full-time (37.5hrs per week)
Starting salary:£31,555
Start date: As soon as possible

Interested applicants are invited to apply by 9am on 29TH March with your CV and covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.  Early applications are encouraged as we are keen to recruit into this role within the next few weeks.  

Benefits: 4.5% employer pension contribution, 25 days annual leave with additional office closure days at Christmas, two paid volunteer days, commitment to CPD, employee assistance programme, rewards programme, wellbeing focus, special leave opportunities, season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme.

Overview of ThinkForward:

ThinkForward delivers breakthrough coaching programmes which support young people into employment. The DFN-MoveForward programme works with young people with mild to moderate learning disabilities, helping them and those around them develop the aspirations, experience, skills and mindset needed to sustain employment. Job coaches offered one-to-one support, helping them overcome challenges and linking them to ready for work activities provided by businesses partners.

Purpose of the role:

The role has three main areas of responsibility:

1| Managing a caseload of young people into employment

2| Fostering business partnerships which generate opportunities for young people

3| running ‘Ready for Work’ activities, providing young people with experiences which build their confidence and skills to equip them for work

Key responsibilities:

1| Managing a caseload of young people into employment

• Work with a caseload of around 35 young people with moderate cognitive and/or communication learning difficulties across the region, with the aim of securing sustainable long-term employment.
• Deliver the range of programme interventions with high quality and impact – this includes one-to-one coaching, parental engagement, Ready for Work events, with a transition into employment focus for those who are not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET) and work readiness development for those who are in Further Education
• Work to stretching targets around NEET young people securing and sustaining employment
• Partner with college staff, Supported Internship providers, and parents (as applicable) to provide a coordinated support package for young people
• Support young people to engage with opportunities provided by employers and partner charities
• Document and evidence all work and use data to provide the most effective support with young people
• Establish a coordinated approach to share learning, contacts and volunteering/ placement/ work exposure opportunities for young people

2| Fostering business partnerships which generate opportunities for young people

• Develop existing business partnerships to grow their confidence as inclusive employers, and their engagement with the programme (for example, from offering volunteering opportunities or financial donations, through to offering work experience, supported internship and employment opportunities)
• Signpost employer partners to training specialists, supported internship/supported employment providers and training providers of accessible apprenticeships
• Broker new business partnerships through business development activities, including engagement with existing services and networks, understanding Labour Market intelligence, and mapping of relevant skills agencies (for example, Local Enterprise Partnerships)
• Take a lead role in the development of proposals, presentations, resources and events for potential business partners, including training opportunities around inclusive employment, and supporting expertise sharing around diversity and social mobility
• Support with the training and supervision of business volunteers in mentoring, work exposure and work placements for young people with learning disabilities
• Connect young people with opportunities provided by employers, including developing processes for candidate preparation, accessible recruitment practice and in-work support
• Develop resources which help young people understand progression routes and entry requirements for each route

3| running ‘Ready for Work’ activities, providing young people with experiences which build their confidence and skills to equip them for work

• Delivery of inclusive activities for young people across the ThinkForward and DFN-MoveForward programmes
• Preparation of employer partners and young people to help them get the most out of these experiences
• Development of high-quality events, resources and tools to support young people’s ready for work competencies
• Actively participate in the quality improvement processes, to constantly strive for higher impact from these activities

Person specification:

SEND experience: extensive experience of working with young people with learning disabilities, ideally in a context supporting them to progress into employment

Understanding of the barriers young people face: an understanding of the complex barriers that young people with learning disabilities face and the services available for them

Relationship management: experience of developing mutually beneficial relationships with employers and hitting stretching targets

Confident communicator: able to communicate effectively with multiple audiences, including young people with learning disabilities, parents, other professionals, and employers – with an ability to deliver messages in an interesting and stimulating style, appropriate to each audience

Project management: track record of working systematically, including being able to work independently and proactively, including use of appropriate tools and systems

Impact and quality focused: comfortable working to targeted outcomes for young people and keep them at the heart of what we do

The organisation reserves the right from time to time to make reasonable changes to this job description, to take account of organisational changes.

Please note, as a minimum requirement, applicants will have the right to work in the UK.

Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will only be able to contact successful applicants. 

ThinkForward is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment.

ThinkForward are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

As a registered Disability Confident employer, ThinkForward has an accessible recruitment process. We offer interviews to all applicants who meet the job requirements and who declare themselves as having a disability. For anyone or any PAs who require adjustments or an accessible version of our application process please do contact us and we will ensure you have what you require to successfully complete this process.

Flexible Office Location: London, Cardiff, Sheffield or Glasgow

The role

You will support the day-to-day posting on, and engagement with, the charity’s social media channels and peer-to-peer support Forum, working across teams to engage with our supporters and communicate messages to help Breast Cancer Now reach its objectives.

You will also support the Digital Engagement Team in the implementation of social media content plans, feeding into the creation of exciting, informative and engaging content across a variety of media.

In addition, you will also ensure high levels of engagement are maintained across social media and the Forum, working with colleagues in the Digital Engagement team, as well as Clinical, Services, Research Communication and Fundraising teams, to provide appropriate responses to comments or private messages.

About you

To excel in this role, you will have experience of working with social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram etc.) for an established organisation, as well as an interest in wider digital communities and how people use them.

You will have proficiency using digital technology, as well as an eagerness to learn how to use new tools and techniques.

You will be used to working in an external-facing role with the ability to build and maintain professional relationships quickly, confidentially, and with sensitivity. You will need to be able to work accurately and with excellent attention to detail, as well as working unsupervised, using your initiative.

About us

We’re Breast Cancer Now, the charity that’s steered by world-class research and powered by life-changing care. We’re here for anyone affected by breast cancer, the whole way through, providing support for today and hope for the future.

We’re that trusted friend that people affected by breast cancer turn to for caring support when they need it most. The expert authority on breast cancer research who is making breakthroughs and driving forward progress. And a vehicle for change, acting now to make sure anyone affected by breast cancer gets the best possible treatment and care.

We believe that we can change the future of breast cancer and make sure that, by 2050, everyone diagnosed with the disease lives – and is supported to live well. But we need to act now.

Please note that whilst Breast Cancer Now is following Government guidelines regarding working from home, this role is based in one of chosen Breast Cancer Now’s offices in the UK, and the expectation is that once restrictions are eased that the post holder will be based within this office for the majority of the time. Should you have any queries with regards to this please email us in the first instance (email address can be found by clicking on the apply button).

Breast Cancer Now is an inclusive employer committed to developing a diverse workforce.

Closing date Friday 12 March 2021 at 09:00am

Interview date Wednesday 17 and Thursday 18 March 2021 (Interviews will be held on Microsoft Teams)

Grants Communications Manager (12-month FTC)

Are you a keen and skilled science communicator? Then you’re just who we are looking for. Come and help us show the world the impact Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity (GOSH Charity) is having on the lives of seriously ill children across the UK and around the globe.

We are looking for a full-time Grants Communications Manager to join our dynamic team on a 12-month fixed term contract (Maternity cover). By helping to shape and drive communications that highlight the importance, impact and long-term vision of a large and varied programme of scientific and clinical charitable activity, your main role will be to work in partnership with internal fundraisers to help inspire and steward their audiences.

This role will have you working across the charity, the hospital and its research partner, the UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health (ICH) to gather and share information, and will make you an instrumental player in:

• translating varied and vibrant programme of scientific and medical research.
• showcasing the hospital’s quest to create state-of-the art hospital environments that benefit children’s recoveries, combined with the latest technology to enhance diagnosis and treatment;
• demonstrating the fundamental importance of our services to aid the wellbeing of patients and their families; and why investing in GOSH staff is so important.

About the Team:

The Grants Team has three main responsibilities: allocating funding in a rigorous manner; evaluating the impact of charitable funding; and communicating the difference it makes to the lives of children.

You will be working as part of a sub-team responsible for the communications aspect. Our mission is to help the organisation raise more money and fund more life-changing grants by co-creating content that inspires and engages our audiences.

About You:

You will be a creative, keen and autonomous worker with excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills. Being able to establish credible and effective working relationships is critical in this cross-organisational role. The ability to quickly understand complex scientific and clinical concepts and translate them into concise, interesting and inspiring documents and presentations is also essential.

Specifically, you will need to have:

• A basic life sciences degree.
• Experience of networking and liaising with scientific, clinical and research communities.

About the Charity:

Every day brings new challenges at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH). Every day, over 600 seriously ill children from across the UK arrive for life-changing treatments. Every day, young lives hang in the balance as patients, families and staff battle the most complex illnesses. And every day, the brightest minds come together to achieve pioneering medical breakthroughs that change the lives of thousands of children – and change the world. This extraordinary hospital has always depended on charitable support to give seriously ill children the best chance to fulfil their potential. Without donations, Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity can’t help fund ground-breaking research, advanced equipment, child and family support services, and the rebuilding and refurbishment of wards and medical facilities. Our staff help to raise these vital funds for the hospital. A better future for seriously ill
children starts with you.

How to apply:

Please click on the apply button in the top right-hand corner where you will be taken to a short application form to complete.? You are encouraged to include a cover letter with your application, and should refer to the ‘Application and Interview FAQs’ on the career section of our website before you apply.

Applications will be reviewed on an on-going basis and we reserve the right to close the role prior to the closing date, should a suitable applicant be found. Therefore, you are encouraged to apply right away, to avoid disappointment. ?

Due to the large number of applications we receive, we are unfortunately only able to inform shortlisted candidates of the outcome of their application. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. If your application is not successful, we hope that you will not be discouraged and will still apply for other suitable vacancies in the future.

Location: WC1N Central London (currently home-based until June 2021)

Contract type: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Hours: 37.5 per week

Salary: £37,000 - £40,000

Closing date: 10 March 2021

You may have experience of the following: Media Manager, PR, Public Relations, Public Relations Officer, Press officer, Social Media, Journalist, Communications Manager, Marketing Communications, Campaign Manager, Project Management, Science, Scientific, Charity, Third Sector, Charities, NFP, Not for Profit, etc.

Ref: 97077

Head of Impact

Would you like to apply your passion and expertise to help ensure our charity can effectively measure the impact of the work that we fund and maximises its contribution to changing children’s lives?

We have an exciting new Head of Impact role here at Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity (GOSH Charity) to recruit to, and this post will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the charity and supporting a culture change to embed impact monitoring across our charitable expenditure and help us achieve our strategic goals.

Over the last 5-10 years our charitable support has grown and diversified with the charity committing approximately £500m of grant funding to over 500 projects, including a wide-ranging portfolio of research spend. The role will focus on supporting the charity to 1) measure; and 2) communicate our impact effectively from prior and future investment, so that we can engage, inform and inspire our stakeholders by telling them our impact story and how we are fulfilling our purpose and achieving the social impact and change that we and they seek.

The charity is about to launch a new and ambitious organisational strategy, with impact centre stage as one of the three central pillars, alongside income and partnerships. This will be supported by developing a new framework for impact reporting that will help us to provide engaging information to internal and external stakeholders, that demonstrates the impact of the charitable funding.

The post holder will develop an extensive and varied network, as their work will see them operating across the charity, the hospital, UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health (ICH) and UCL more broadly, as well as engaging with external partners.

About the Team:

The Grants Team has three main responsibilities;

• working with the hospital to understand their priorities for charitable funding and ensure there are robust funding mechanisms and processes in place.
• monitoring and evaluating the impact of the work funded by the charity.
• providing support to fundraisers with compelling and engaging information on funding priorities and projects.

There are two sub-teams in Grants at the charity currently totalling eight people – funding is one aspect, and impact and grant communications is the other, with the latter being the responsibility of this new post.

About You

We are looking for a talented individual with experience of impact monitoring and evaluation and routes to achieving it, with preferably a strong knowledge of evaluation techniques and methodologies. You will have extensive communications experience, ideally within a medical research funding, NHS or scientific environment. You will be able to quickly understand and identify impact from complex scientific and clinical concepts and translate them into concise and inspiring copy, documents and presentations for the relevant audience, through various channels. The content that you and your team produce will be essential for the charity's fundraising activities, its website and various externally orientated publications.

You will be a creative, enthusiastic and an autonomous worker with proven leadership qualities and the ability thrive in a flexible and sometimes ambiguous, complex and demanding environment.

Specifically, you will need to have:

• A postgraduate research degree in a relevant area or equivalent work experience.
• Extensive communication experience (at least five years), including interpretation and delivery of research and other information to different audiences, including both scientific and lay.
• Experience of designing and implementing impact evaluation frameworks and reporting.

About the Charity

Every day brings new challenges at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH). Every day, over 600 seriously ill children from across the UK arrive for life-changing treatments. Every day, young lives hang in the balance as patients, families and staff battle the most complex illnesses. And every day, the brightest minds come together to achieve pioneering medical breakthroughs that change the lives of thousands of children – and change the world. This extraordinary hospital has always depended on charitable support to give seriously ill children the best chance to fulfil their potential. Without donations, Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity can’t help fund ground-breaking research, advanced equipment, child and family support services, and the rebuilding and refurbishment of wards and medical facilities. Our staff help to raise these vital funds for the hospital. A better future for seriously ill
children starts with you.

How to Apply

Please click on the apply button in the top right-hand corner where you will be taken to a short application form to complete. You are encouraged to include a cover letter with your application and should refer to the ‘Application and Interview FAQs’ on the career section of our website before you apply.

Location: WC1N Central London (currently home-based)

Contract type: Full Time, Permanent

Hours: 37.5 per week

Salary: £58,000 - £63,000 per annum

Closing date: 5pm on 26th March

You may have experience of the following: Head of Impact, Marketing, Communications, Head of Marketing, Marketing Manager, Communications Officer, Fundraising, Head of Communications, Business Development, Charity, NFP, Charities, Not for Profit, etc.

Ref: 97275