Position: Senior Public Affairs Officer
Type: Full-time (35 hours per week), permanent
Location: MS National Centre, London N4 with flexibility to work some days of week from home (currently home-based up to August 2021)
Salary: £33,885 - £39,276 plus excellent benefits
Salary Band: Band F, Level 1
Department: Campaigns and External Relations

At the MS Society, we make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.

Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.

Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive environment where you will make a difference.

About this job

With an anticipated start date in September 2021, we’re looking for a passionate Senior Public Affairs Officer to support the delivery of our innovative and creative public affairs programme to help us make positive change for people affected by MS.

Leading on key parliamentary activities, including the management of the all-party parliamentary group (APPG) for MS, you’ll play a key role in influencing politicians and decision makers on key issues affecting people with MS. You’ll have experience of working in an influencing role in parliament/or in a lobbying/parliamentary affairs role.

You’ll have a proven track record of negotiating with, and influencing, high profile individuals within the political and policy making sphere and a detailed knowledge of parliamentary processes and procedures.

You’ll be undertaking research and drafting briefings for senior staff and the Executive Team, including the Chief Executive. You’ll be an excellent communicator and able to produce clear and concise policy briefings, reports, and effective presentations. You’ll have excellent analytical skills including the ability to grasp issues quickly and to proactively analyse and communicate political change.

This is an exciting, challenging opportunity which is ideal for a confident, motivated and ambitious individual.

You’ll be joining the MS Society at an exciting stage of our development and this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive, dynamic and friendly team.

We offer 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays), travel loan and various other benefits such as supported developmental opportunities.

The MS Society is in the midst of an exciting, transformational, period which builds on our great history and will drive us towards achieving our mission and vision as we embark on our new 5 year strategy.

As part of this exciting transformation, we’ll be moving from our current National Centre based in Cricklewood, London to Finsbury Park, London later this year. We’re expecting to be moving into our new office from August 2021.

Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 30 June

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We are committed to promoting equality and diversity. 

We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and/or from ethnic minority backgrounds, where we’re looking to build stronger and better representation among our staff. 

We’re a Disability Confident Employer.

No agencies please.

Position Summary 

As Project Support Officer you will support the London Area Manager and Regional  Managers with volunteer recruitment, documentation of training (such as DBS, references, Food Safety Level 2, First Aid), giving our volunteers a fantastic experience and giving extra support to our London and South West projects as and when required to aid development and growth within the region.

Each of our Projects is run by Project Leaders (volunteer position) and supported by Regional Managers through recruitment and training of volunteers.  Your role will be to support the Regional Managers so that they can manage more projects, knowing that you have helped with the embedding of volunteers, along with supporting the Regional Managers  with expansion plans within their areas.

This support could range from developing relationships with our food suppliers, researching local organisations to support with guest outreach, and recruiting new Project Leaders for the Region. The right person for this role enjoys being organised, has a great personality, pays attention to detail, and understands that they are a key component in supporting our fantastic Projects.

We're looking for a Business Development Officer to help drive our product development, build new relationships and share the inspirational work we do here at the College.

As our Business Development Officer you'll work closely with the Head of Business Development, reviewing our current and potential services and the wider market, identifying potential clients, competitors, barriers and opportunities.

You'll be part of a team that's pioneering a future that benefits more than just a select few. One where education is done with, not to people. We’re committed to inspiring a whole new generation of co-operators through the values and principles set out by the founders of our movement. 

Job title: Regional Fundraising Officer 

Location: Based remotely in the UK

Responsible to: Head of Engagement 

Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum FTE 

Roles available:       3 

Why us?  

Speakers for Schools are a dynamic, swift-moving and fast-growing charity. We are on a mission to support a million young people across the UK annually by 2023. Having taken the first steps on the road to achieving this, our team has doubled in size in the past year. This has supported 278% growth in our Experience programme and 10% growth in our Inspiration programme during the past 12 months.

We want to level the playing field, making sure that all young people can access inspirational opportunities and experiences to fuel their ambition.

We are united and unique in our mission to transform lives through raising aspirations of millions of young people every year. Each year, 1,500 senior leaders, celebrities and industry experts deliver a difference to by sharing their story with students in schools and colleges in every corner of the UK. We connect employers such as Disney, The Bank of England, Spotify PwC and almost two hundred others to communities to provide access to the top opportunities for all across the UK. With us, you will be part of inspiring a generation to reach higher, broaden horizons and get equal access to the top.

To keep growing our charity and our impact, we need top talent and we are committed to treasuring, developing and supporting them to thrive within their roles. 

Role Summary 

We are seeking motivated and ambitious Regional Fundraising Officers.We have a big ambition, and our fundraising targets reflect this ambition, our ideal candidates can demonstrate a track record of fundraising with a particular focus on corporate and community group fundraising. You will have strong networking and presenting skills and understanding the importance of delivering exceptional stewardship to maximise income and long-term partnerships. An understanding of local and trust opportunities would also be an advantage.

Reporting to the Head of Engagement, with a dotted line reporting to the Regional Fundraising Lead, you will be proficient at planning and prioritising multiple calls on time and be able to work independently towards financial and non-financial targets and KPI’s. A Strategic thinker, you will use your understanding of the region and fundraising experience to develop and deliver and exciting strategy that will drive fundraising and embed Speakers for Schools into the communities it serves.

Key Duties / Responsibilities 

• Develop and broaden regional corporate partnerships. 

• Research, identify and develop relationships with key stakeholders and supporters across the region. 

• Work with the Head of Engagement (and their teams) and the Regional Fundraising Lead to develop local campaigns and bespoke compelling case for support. 

• Ensure all enquiries are followed through in a timely and professional manner. 

• Update Salesforce and ensure all activity is compliant with data protection, policies and procedures.

• Identify new fundraising events and opportunities to attract new audiences who align to our ambition.

• Provide monthly reports to the Head of Engagement and Regional Fundraising Lead.
   

Education / Experience / Knowledge 

Essential:  

• Excellent written and oral communication skills with a keen eye for detail 

• Excellent research skills 

• Strong track record in delivering to tight deadlines 

• Excellent organisational and project management skills 

• Evidence of good negotiation skills 

• Highly computer literate, with particular experience of using Microsoft Office packages including Word and Excel 

• Excellent presentation skills 

• Able to work in a team and on own initiative 

• Ability to build successful relationships with all Stakeholders. 

Desirable:

• Fundraising experience 

• Events management experience

• Relevant experience in corporate communications, stakeholder management and other relationship building activities 

• Experience in report writing 

• Experience using Salesforce 

We are looking forward to holding video interviews through June 2021 and appointing our Regional Fundraising Officers swiftly so we can start delivering a difference in July and beyond. You must have the right to work in the UK without visa restriction to be considered. 

Benefits offered at Speakers for Schools: 

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays 

• Morning of your birthday off

• Pension scheme

• CharlieHR perks

• Perkbox

• £500 a year training allowance

Diversity at our core  

At Speakers for Schools, we are committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce, and eliminating discrimination. Our aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.

We welcome applications from all, including those where employment has been affected by Covid19 and those seeking to change careers. Diversity if at our core, join us. 

How to apply:   

Please apply as soon as possible submitting your CV and a one page covering letter which outlines your specific interest and ability to successfully fill this role, as well as your salary expectations and current notice period.

Appointees are subject to a successful DBS check, as contact with young people is likely.

Please note, if you do not provide a covering letter your application will not be considered.  

The Journey to joining Speakers for Schools: 

Interviews will be scheduled as applications are received, before the closing date, and will take place over Microsoft Teams. We may appoint before this date depending on applications. 

The closing date for this role is Friday 25th June. 

Our new team member will start ASAP. 

If you have not heard from us two weeks after the closing date, please presume your application has been unsuccessful.

Reprieve is a UK charity founded in 1999. Reprieve uses strategic interventions to end the use of the death penalty globally, and to end extreme human rights abuses carried out in the name of “counterterrorism” or “national security”.

Reprieve works with the most disenfranchised people in society, as it is in their cases that human rights are most swiftly jettisoned and the rule of law is cast aside. Thus, Reprieve promotes and protects the rights of those facing the death penalty and those who are the victims of extreme human rights abuses carried out in the name of “counterterrorism” or “national security”, with a focus on arbitrary detention, torture, and extrajudicial executions.

Reprieve’s main office is in London, UK. Reprieve also supports full-time fellows, who work as lawyers, investigators and campaigners in the countries in which we work. We work closely with a number of partner organisations in jurisdictions all over the world, who provide access to beneficiaries, expertise, knowledge and guidance on specific issues or regions. We work in cooperation with relevant government officials, individual lawyers and human rights defenders, as well as individual, corporate and foundation funders to further the cause of our shared goals.

The role of the Media Officer is to raise awareness of Reprieve and its work through traditional and social media, in support of the organisation’s strategic and fundraising objectives. You will be responsible for building relationships with journalists, providing media advice to Reprieve staff, and working with colleagues to ensure external messaging is consistent, in quotes, briefings, social media content and on Reprieve’s website. You will help to find and develop stories, collaborating with journalists and external partners on media that has an impact: revealing human rights abuses, shaping policy and raising the profile of our clients.

Working with the Media Project Lead and other colleagues, the Media Officer will:

1. Implement Reprieve’s communications strategy in conjunction with the Media Project Lead, to ensure that our messages reach key decision-makers, supporters and the general public
2. Undertake proactive media work, including developing and pitching news stories and feature articles to journalists
3. Support the Media Project Lead in managing media around sensitive cases and issues, and advising casework and project teams on press strategies for these
4. Draft and oversee the production of press releases, op-eds and briefings to the media
5. Build contacts with journalists around the world and develop Reprieve’s existing relationships, maintaining appropriate internal records
6. Support the Media Project Lead in evaluating the effectiveness of Reprieve’s media work, gathering data on coverage and assessing this alongside other relevant indicators of success
7. Brief journalists as required and draft reactive, quotable, statements from Reprieve spokespeople on relevant developments and news stories
8. Arrange media interviews for Reprieve staff as appropriate
9. Train and brief staff ahead of media appearances
10. Together with the Media Project Lead, ensure all press queries are dealt with in a timely manner with appropriate input from relevant members of the team
11. Together with the Media Project Lead, ensure that an out of hours contact service is available to journalists
12. Maintain excellent press office systems including contact databases, media monitoring arrangements, and coverage logs
13. Help to ensure that all Reprieve media coverage is logged and documented for dissemination to funders, other key stakeholders, and for staff research, monitoring and evaluation purposes
14. Working with the Head of Campaigns and Digital, the Media Project Lead, and other relevant team members to create video and written content for the Reprieve website and social media accounts
15. Assist in the management of Reprieve’s social media accounts along with the Media Project Lead, the Campaigns team and other relevant team members
16. Where appropriate, work with other NGOs on media projects in order to promote shared interests and aims
17. Undertake special projects from time to time, particularly where such projects have an overall organisational focus
18. Work with the Media Project Lead to identify any future areas of media work that warrant the investment of additional resources, and work with the Development and Outreach Team to budget for such resources
19. Consider whether some of our media coverage or certain areas of our work are suitable for coverage in foreign press in languages other than in English, and assist with obtaining timely and accurate translations of content.

This role may require travel to high and extreme risk countries.

For full details and information on how to apply please see the job description. 

Job Description 

Job Title:  Press Officer 

Reporting To:  Marketing Manager  

Salary:  £28-30k 

Contract type: 12-month – likely to be extended    

About The Felix Project 

The Felix Project is London's biggest food redistribution charity and the largest end-to-end food redistribution charity in Europe.

Our vision is a London where no one goes hungry and good food is never wasted. 

We rescue surplus food from businesses, supermarkets, restaurants and farms. This food is nutritious, in-date, and safe and includes a high proportion of fresh vegetables, fruit, meat and fish. If we did not rescue this food, it would be at risk of going to waste. Instead, we deliver it free of charge to London charities, schools, food banks, COVID food hubs and other organisations serving people in need. Our food is a vital lifeline for children and families, people on low incomes, people who have lost their jobs, the homeless, refugees, domestic abuse survivors, the elderly and keyworkers.

We are a very ambitious and dynamic young charity and we haven’t stopped growing since we were founded in 2016 in memory of Felix Byam Shaw, by his father, entrepreneur Justin Byam Shaw. We recently ran a very high-profile media campaign with the Evening Standard and Independent, raising £10million to feed London. We have celebrity endorsement from Reece James, Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Jack Whitehall, Stephen Fry, James May and many others.

Last year we delivered enough food for 21.1 million meals to help people in need. We have continuing major growth plans for the next 4 years, with a target of delivering enough food for 100 million meals by 2024. Because nearly all the food we receive is donated by the food industry and volunteers, every £1 of expenditure redistributes £10 worth of food.

Purpose of the Job 

This is an exciting new role designed to:
 

1) Broaden our media coverage in both consumer media and within the specialist food sector, with a focus on London audiences.
2) Expand our storytelling by developing case studies, photography, video and data that can be used across the organization – leading on a project to create a central case study/asset library.

The Marketing Team is a small team made up of two other members. Although all three members are involved in media, this role will be the most media and PR focused. The ideal candidate will be London-based and willing to be ‘always on the go’, with a brilliant eye for detail, strong research skills and a highly organized approach.

Duties and Accountabilities 

Media: 

• Implement our PR strategy, which supports the objective of the Marketing Strategy to become ‘one of London’s best-known charities’.

• Build relationships with key journalists across broadcast, digital, print, and radio (as outlined in PR strategy), targeting specialist food industry media as well as consumer. 

• Be on-call for journalists, responding to reactive requests in good time. 

• Research and pitch stories, providing all follow-through for journalists.

• Provide quotes, data and sign off for partner press releases.

• Write press releases and upload them to our website as news stories.

• Help to manage our existing media relationships, working closely with the Marketing Manager, Comms Officer and Relationship Manager.

• Use the Cision platform to pitch, research journalists, make notes, build lists and review progress – making sure we as an organization can track a history of our conversations and contacts. 

• Use the Cision platform to produce monthly reports and share these with analysis.

• Manage the media and news section of the website, working with the Communications Officer and Developer to improve the overall site experience.

Storytelling: 

• Project manage the development of a new asset library and, when live, upload assets and case studies to the new library, with correct tagging and permissions.

• Interview beneficiaries and charity partners for our case study library, managing consent and permissions, and being alert to safeguarding and sensitivities.

• Work closely with the relationship manager on certain pitches and celeb activity. 

• Keep an eye out for good stories, to be used in PR or elsewhere, and use research to make the stories really click.

• Build relationships with some of the 900+ charities and schools we work with across London, visiting in person as well as communicating via phone and email.

• Review our current process for consent and rights of use.

• Organize, manage and attend content/VIP visits with partners, media and/or celebrities.

Person Specification 

The Felix Project recognises the positive value of diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds. 

We particularly welcome applications from those of a black and minority ethnic (BAME) background, as BAME people are currently under-represented within The Felix Project. 

The ideal candidate will be passionate about selling a story, with an eye for what works in the media or on social media. You will be happy to be always ‘on the go’, moving across London to meet with different journalists, charities and people. At the same time, you will be organised, with an eye for detail, an understanding of what journalists want, with the skills need to produce brilliant pitches and deliver all the follow-through.

Essential skills/knowledge relevant to this role 

• Brilliant writer and researcher

• Proven results securing impressive media coverage 

• Familiar with Cision (formerly Gorkhana) and how to make the most of it

• Experienced interviewing beneficiaries for case studies

• Understands consent and safeguarding issues

• Strategic thinker and planner 

• Friendly & great with people

• Highly organized and methodical

• Energized by a good story

• Great attention to detail 

• Can work in a very fast paced environment

• Picks up the phone rather than emailing

• Confident managing logistics

• A real networker

• Creative, with lots of ideas about how to make a story pop

• Works well under pressure

• Able to prioritize workloads 

• Understands the importance of digital and social

• Experience at managing an asset library 

• Knowledge of GDPR 

Desirable skills/knowledge relevant to this role  

• Warm contacts at any of the following: BBC London, ITV London, The Guardian, TimeOut, The Grocer.

• Photography and/or video skills

• Experience with celebs a plus

What you’ll get in return 

You will be working in an upbeat, innovative charity with strong vision, ambition and a fantastic culture and leadership team.  This role is located across London, with some at-home working. The salary is c£28,000-£30,000 per annum (dependant on experience), 25 days annual leave + bank holidays. 

Contract Type:  1 year (to go perm)

Hours:  37.5 hours per week. 

Recruitment timeline 

Applications close: 9th June 2021 

First interviews: 14th June 2021 

We are looking to recruit an energetic, sociable, engaging individual who has charisma and an ability to positively influence others.  They will be able to demonstrate that they can establish and sustain high quality trusting relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.  This person will have excellent interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence and a sound knowledge and experience of the VCSE sector. The VCSE sector in Cornwall comprises of 2500 registered charities who offer a range of services to residents and visitors in Cornwall through paid roles and volunteers.

This individual will have a proven track record of engaging this sector and helping to achieve its outcomes for its beneficiaries.  We have established an Alliance model as a structure for increasing our engagement with the VCSE.  This individual will be expected to establish new alliances on a broad range of themes such as housing, environment, and community safety etc. Therefore, they will possess skills in facilitation, coordination, need assessment, mapping provision, gap analysis, and chairing meetings.  They will also have experience in planning and facilitating workshops, training, conferences, and events. 

As an organisation known as the voice of the voluntary sector this individual will also be able to represent the sectors interests, advocate and raise the profile of the sector and help to advance the sectors causes and address concerns. This individual will be a member of a small team, working closely with our comms professionals on campaigns and events and will therefore have good public speaking skills and an ability to positively influence a wide range of stakeholders to support the VCSE. 

Want to make a real difference using your digital and traditional marketing skills? This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual to join our forward-thinking, values-based charity to raise awareness and develop the brands and services of NOAH Enterprise.

The Digital, Marketing & Training Officer will be someone with demonstrable experience in creating content for social media, digital marketing and social media management who has a passion for their work.

This exciting new role will also involve developing and leading a training enterprise in liaison with our Academy to provide work experience and training courses in topics related to the role.

The post offers an exceptional opportunity for someone who is a creative thinker who loves communicating and engaging with key audiences across a range of channels.

NOAH Enterprise is a charity that helps homeless and disadvantaged people to improve their lives by providing emotional and physical care, training in employable skills, and work experience opportunities in our charitable businesses. We are a Living Wage Employer and are committed to promoting wellbeing and a work-life balance amongst our staff.

Noah’s values and ethos simply expressed are care, compassion, and commitment. These values are practically shown in humble service, helping those in need, in poverty and experiencing disadvantage and marginalisation.

We're looking for an exceptional fundraiser to join our award-winning team. The successful candidate will play a key role within our Challenge Events programme and will have a direct and tangible impact on our ability to help and support bone cancer patients and their families.

A bit about us...

The Bone Cancer Research Trust (BCRT) is the leading charity dedicated to fighting primary bone cancer. Our mission is to save lives and improve outcomes through research, information, awareness and support. In 2019 we were awarded 'National Healthcare & Medical Research Charity of the Year' at the National Charity Awards and the Yorkshire & Humber Institute of Fundraising named our Fundraising & Communications Team 'Fundraising Team of the Year'. We are a small but incredibly passionate and driven organisation that is proud and supportive of our people. Together we are #TeamBones and we make a big impact for our community. 

About the role...

The Virtual Challenge Fundraising Officer will contribute to the overall fundraising strategy by delivering a programme of activities that maximise income generation and provide the very best supporter experience.

The successful candidate will be s key member of the Challenge Events Team and will have the opportunity to explore new exciting opportunities for the charity. As we respond to the impact of COVID-19, the Virtual Challenge Fundraising Officer will focus on the delivery of our virtual-based challenge events, helping to manage thousands of supporters.

The successful candidate will be offered a 12 months contract in the first instance.

About You...

You will have at least one year's experience in fundraising and be proficient in managing or working with digital platforms. You will be results-orientated with a true passion for first-class supporter care. You will have excellent relationship building skills and will be someone who likes to think of new fundraising ideas that will ultimately help to save lives.

As we are a small team, a team-player attitude is a must, as well as a positive and can-do approach.

If you have excellent communication and event management skills, a natural ability to liaise with stakeholders, and determination to succeed, we would like to hear from you.

The application Process...

• Application form submission closing date: Sunday 20th June
• Shortlisting and telephone interviews: W/C 21st June
• Interviews (via Zoom): 30th June / 1st July

For more details please see the full Job Description. 

11 women die every day from ovarian cancer and survival rates in the UK are among the worst in Europe. Target Ovarian Cancer is the UK’s leading ovarian cancer charity. Join us to raise awareness, fund research and save lives.

We are the authority on ovarian cancer. We work with women, family members and health professionals to ensure we target the areas that matter most for those living and working with ovarian cancer.

Together with the ovarian cancer community, we are transforming the future for women in the UK who are living with ovarian cancer and thousands more who are yet to be diagnosed. But there is so much more to do. We will not stop until we have achieved our goal of doubling survival from ovarian cancer by 2050.

Do you have a good eye for detail and a creative flair for delivering complex health information in a way that suits everyone? Could you support the development of our digital information and publications for everyone affected by ovarian cancer?

We are an ambitious charity, building on our achievements and working to transform the lives of women with ovarian cancer. We are also investing in our future. This is an exciting time to be joining Target Ovarian Cancer as we continue to grow as an organisation. Join us to raise awareness, fund research, and save lives.

We are looking for a Health Content Officer to assist with the development of our health information for everyone affected by ovarian cancer. The information needs of the people we support are greater than ever. “Knowledge is power” and whether you’re developing information around symptoms awareness or treatment and wellbeing, you will make a real difference to everyone affected by ovarian cancer. You will be assisting with the development of our growing range of both printed and digital information and you will be instrumental in providing this in a way that suits everyone.

In return we can offer you the opportunity to develop your skills in this exciting and dynamic role. You will be involved in all aspects of information development across print, digital and multimedia, including research, scoping, copywriting, editing, production and promotion. You will be a motivated and organised individual with good research, editorial, and project management skills. You will be empathetic and have excellent communication skills, as you will be working directly with both health professionals and those affected by ovarian cancer.

The role is a full time, 37.5 hours per week, permanent position. We’re currently all working from home and will continue to offer agile working in the future as restrictions ease.

Please submit your application by Sunday 27 June, 11.59pm, sending a CV and cover letter with the job in the subject line to Kathryn Mullen . Please also complete and return the equalities monitoring form [Word].

Interviews will be by video call until further notice.

We want to make our recruitment accessible to all, if there is a way we can support you in your application, please contact us with the job in the subject line.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Amnesty Tech is looking for an outstanding and highly experienced researcher/adviser to develop Amnesty's research, policy and advocacy on artificial intelligence and human rights. The Researcher/Adviser will work in the AI and Big Data Team to further develop Amnesty International's research for an exciting multi-year programme of work focused on disrupting the surveillance-based business model of Big .Tech

Amnesty Tech is a global collective of advocates, hackers, researchers and technologists. We aim to:

• Bolster social movements in an age of surveillance;
• Challenge the systemic threat to our rights posed by the surveillance-based business model of the big tech companies;
• Ensure accountability in the design and use of new and frontier technologies;
• Encourage innovative uses of technology to help support our fundamental rights.

Amnesty Tech also provides strategic vision, leadership and analysis on the issue of technology and human rights which allow Amnesty International to identify and address new trends or emerging issues in a timely manner.

JOB PURPOSE

The purpose of this post is to develop Amnesty's research, policy and advocacy on artificial intelligence and human rights. As a Researcher/Adviser on artificial intelligence and human rights, you will:

• Undertake desk and field-based research on the impact of artificial intelligence, big data and automated decision-making on human rights;
• Author position papers, reports, articles and other public outputs;
• Represent Amnesty International in front of governments, inter-governmental institutions and companies and advocate for the protection of human rights as they relate to modern technologies, in line with Amnesty International's policies;
• Develop and implement advocacy strategies to deliver on Amnesty International's technology and human rights priorities and deliver tangible positive human rights impact;
• Provide authoritative advice to country and thematic specialists in Amnesty International's International Secretariat (IS) and national offices and sections

ABOUT YOU

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Undertake desk and field-based research on the impact of artificial intelligence, big data and automated decision-making on human rights;
• Develop and implement advocacy strategies on artificial intelligence and human rights;
• Represent Amnesty International externally, including in governmental, inter- governmental, and other fora, as well as with companies, news media, civil society organizations and others;
• Identify opportunities for advancing human rights protections in the field of artificial intelligence and ensure that Amnesty International takes advantage of these opportunities;
• Develop and maintain effective constituencies of public and confidential contacts and partners in and outside of the organization-such as human rights activists, technology experts and activists, partner organizations, members of legal and other professions, UN agencies and governmental representatives-to optimise information gathering and verification and the development and implementation of effective strategies and plans;

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Extensive professional experience of conducting research on human rights issues in international settings;
• Expert knowledge of the international human rights legal framework, gained through experience working within or on the sector;
• Particular expertise on Big Tech, artificial intelligence and big data;
• Ability to represent Amnesty International to a variety of external stakeholders, to present ideas clearly, and advance compelling arguments in English;

ABOUT US

Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 10 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. We reach almost every country in the world.

Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they're denied. And whether we're applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we're all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.

At Amnesty International, we are passionate about what we do and we are proud of our achievements as a movement. To compensate our employees for the critical work they do, we reward them through a combination of an attractive and sector competitive salary and benefits package, high levels of engagement and involvement, and a commitment to employee development.

Benefits include 37 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays and grace days), pension scheme, employee assistance programme, life assurance and many more benefits designed to suit your own personal lifestyle. All of this, in a professional, engaging environment.

For further information on our benefits, please visit

WHAT WE HOPE YOU WILL DO NEXT

If you are talented, passionate about human rights and want to use your skills, knowledge and experience to change the world then we would encourage you to click 'Apply for this Role' below.

Freedom, Justice, Equality. Let's get to work.

N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.

To provide effective general administrative support to Autism Service (AS) staff and provide specific administrative support to the Autism Adviser.

These include:

• Understanding and working within all Barnet Mencap policies including Safeguarding; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion; Data Protection; and IT. 
• Receiving and inputting referrals and enquiries onto our CRM database, Charitylog.
• Maintaining the waiting list and diary; calling clients and booking appointments for the Autism Adviser; sending Zoom/Teams links; sending consent forms and other AS information. Offering IT support to the Autism Adviser.
• Entering AS client data onto Charitylog and keeping client records up to date; updating and renewing GDPR and other consent forms; uploading relevant documents; ensuring data is held within GDPR principles.
• Printing and posting correspondence for clients, GPs and other professionals.
• Liaising (by phone, letter or email) with GP practices and other services, as needed to support clients.
• Maintaining an up-to-date email address list of clients (according to clients’ consent). Maintaining up to date lists of clients to be invited to specific events by email and/or text (Peer Support Group, women’s group, workshops, etc.).
• Producing a monthly newsletter to be emailed to clients. Researching and compiling events and information to be included in these newsletters.
• Maintaining bookings and workshop attendance lists. 
• Participating in supervision, appraisal and training.
• Attending weekly AS team meetings, staff meetings and other meetings as required
• Helping to facilitate the group activities for clients, such as attending online or in person Peer Support Group and other meetings as needed.

Knowledge/Skills

A lived experience of autism is desirable

An understanding of the different communication needs of people on the autistic spectrum

An understanding of autism and a willingness to attend autism awareness training.

Good knowledge of Microsoft Office 365, including Outlook and SharePoint; Knowledge of remote meeting technology e.g. Zoom and Teams. Ideally to have knowledge of Publisher and CRMs such as Charitylog.

An understanding of data protection and what is personal information, and a willingness to undertake data protection training

An attention to detail and being organised

Being a team player and able to manage one’s own workload

An ability to prioritise and follow up on many ongoing cases.

A willingness to discuss issues openly with rest of the team.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

The organisation actively promotes equal opportunities policies and anti-discriminatory practices at all times.

PROMOTION OF SERVICE

Barnet Mencap develops links with the community and other organisations and promotes positive images of people with learning disabilities and autism. It is expected that the post holder will perform the role in a way that furthers the values of the organisation with reference to equal access and opportunity and quality of service provided.

GENERAL

The duties and responsibilities of this post may change over a period of time. Only significant additional duties or responsibilities as required by the Chief Executive will render the post for re-evaluation.

Read for Good 

Fundraising and Project Officer

• Full-time, salary in region of £19,500

• Initial one year contract

• Based in Nailsworth, Gloucestershire

• Closing date for applications 12th July

• The role is likely to start August / September 2021

Read for Good is a national charity that encourages children to read for pleasure.

We are a small friendly team creating a big impact - through our flagship programmes, Readathon, a sponsored read in schools, and our hospital programme, providing a regular supply of brand new books and storytellers to children in hospital. 

We believe our work is vital in helping our nation’s children and young people recover from the unquantified impact of the pandemic and we are actively expanding our sources of funding to help us meet this need. 

We are looking for someone with a can-do attitude to support our fundraising function, develop our individual giving programme and contribute to the day to day running of projects. 

You are likely to be an early-in-career graduate looking to gain experience in fundraising and project delivery in the charity sector. You will be keen to learn and develop expertise in our CRM system Salesforce and develop skills in fundraising and communications.

This is an initial one year contract but likely to be renewed subject to performance and results and is subject to a probationary period.

Are you ready to lead in challenging and working to transform the education system? We are looking for an inspiring and socially driven CEO to join our team at Phoenix Education. 

Welcome, and thank you for your interest in applying to be CEO of Phoenix Education. For the right candidate, this could be a dream job, a chance to dedicate yourself to promoting democratic, selfdirected, and children's rights-based education practice in England, to work with a team of phenomenal staff and trustees, to coordinate a network of pioneers and partners, and to provide opportunities for young people to question and transform their experiences of education.

Phoenix Education is a values-led, project-based charity, that seeks to walk the talk at all levels. With radical roots it has been working for the last 20 years to affect change in the education system so that students and teachers can learn and grow together in a culture of agency, authenticity and collaboration, that respects chidren's basic human rights to be heard and taken seriously, and to have a say and influence in their experience of their education. This is a really important time for our charity, with exciting projects underway and on the horizon, and increasing awareness of the need for this ethical transformation of the education system. We look forward to hearing from you and can't wait to meet our next CEO!

Key details:

HOURS: 22.5 hours per week (3 days a week)

SALARY: £35,000 pro rata CONTRACT: 12-month fixed term (based on current funding)

REPORT TO: Board of Trustees

RESPONSIBLE FOR: overseeing and directing the strategic vision and operational functions of Phoenix Education.

LOCATION: Work from home, though we have a shared office space in London that can be used, and there will be occasional travel for meetings and events.