Job type: Fixed Term until August 2021, with the possibility of extension to November 2021

Location: Belfast/Remote

Hours per week: 35 hours per week

Salary details: Grade 6-Step 1 at £48,962 annually

Closing date: Sunday 4 October 2020 at 12:00

Interview date: Monday 19 October 2020

Amnesty International UK wants to inspire and mobilise more people with its message of freedom, justice and equality. To do this, we are searching for a ‘Campaign Manager – Northern Ireland’ who can devise, develop, manage and deliver effective human rights campaigns which deliver real human rights change and impact.

About the role

This is a senior position, with responsibility for managing specific campaigns in the Northern Ireland office of the Amnesty UK section. You will be responsible for leading on campaign-specific litigation; designing and implementing effective campaign strategies; managing and developing AIUK’s relationships with key political contacts, managing media and digital strategies, acting as a media spokesperson on a range of campaign issues .
 

About you

You will have strong experience of successfully planning and managing campaigns, holding and managing constructive relationships with high-level political actors and institutions, external stakeholders and the media in Northern Ireland and at UK level.

Your strong communication and advocacy skills will allow you to persuade the public and politicians alike to take a stand for human rights.

You will have a strong understanding of the human rights challenges we face and be ready to tackle these through innovative and compelling approaches.

Do you want to use your skills, knowledge and experience to change the world? If your answer is yes, then we would encourage you to apply.

About us

Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they are denied. Already our network of over seven million people is making a difference in almost every country in the world. Whether we are applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we are all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are enjoyed by all.

We are dedicated to being an inclusive employer and offer the following benefits:

• 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays) moving to 37 after 5 years service
• Generous pension where 2-5% employee contribution is matched at 6-9% by AIUK
• 6 months full pay enhanced maternity / adoption / shared parental leave pay
• Life Assurance of 4 times annual salary
• Opportunities to volunteer at major events
• Flexible working supported wherever possible
• Interest free Travel / Bike / Computer loans
• Range of wellbeing and social activities

Amnesty International UK as an organisation values equality, diversity, and inclusion, we want to be an organisation that tackles any structural discrimination or prejudice. We are actively trying to increase diversity in our organisation, particularly at senior levels, and encourage applications from all sections of the community.

Apply for this role

For further details about the role please see the job description and person specification on the AIUK website. To apply, please complete an application form in word or pdf format before midday on Sunday 4 October 2020. Please ensure all information to be considered is included in the application form, as CV’s and cover letters will not be seen by the hiring panel.

Interviews will be held remotely/online on Monday 19 October 2020.

Please note that unfortunately we cannot provide visa sponsorship, and to be considered for this role, candidates must be able to provide proof of their eligibility to work in the UK.

You will be responsible for the promotion and support of local community activism and leadership within targeted communities; providing increased community engagement, representation, better facilitation, campaigning and advocacy to influence policy and practice.

Key Responsibilities:

1) Develop and implement campaign and leadership training for disadvantaged residents, groups, partner organisations, residents and tenants in order to build powerful community, resident-driven campaigns and advocacy.

2) Provide and co-ordinate disadvantaged groups with opportunities to participate and advocate in public forums and committees with regards to issue pertinent to their community. Effectively coaching community residents and leading conversations which help to inform co-production with public sector decision-makers.

3) Collaborate with partner organisations and policymakers, to identify and share relevant campaign tactics that help generate engagement. Supporting the co-ordination and dissemination of campaigning communications across the borough and to have clear processes and mechanisms to do this.

4) Develop and manage relationships with a broad base of stakeholders, building support and engagement with disadvantaged groups.

5) Research and disseminate campaigning best practice, including case studies, through a variety of mediums, including social media, website, and electronic newsletter.

6) Work closely with stakeholders (across boroughs) on collection and evaluation of data, sharing results and learning.

7) Research policy issues and changes in legislation which are affecting the community.

8) Maintain effective partnerships with local public sector bodies and support the development of joint work between the sectors.

9) Take a lead role in VCS’s involvement in and influence of commissioning and procurement.

10) To ensure that all funding monitoring reports are accurate and submitted in a timely manner.

Personal Specification:

Essential

• Experience of developing and managing campaigns
• Experience of a broad range of campaigning tools and techniques
• Experience of needs assessment and campaign strategy
• Experience of marketing, social media and communications
• Experience of developing training programmes and courses
• Experience of working with different agencies and sectors (i.e. businesses, statutory, voluntary)
• Excellent computer skills (including Google’s Online Software)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good practice standards in volunteer involvement
• Interest, understanding and experience in not-for-profit sector
• Interest, understanding and experience in co-operatives
• Enjoys working with a small team
• Proactive and able to self-manage

Desirable

• Experience and understanding of community issues
• Experience of teaching or coaching
• Experience of managing a project including monitoring and evaluation
• Experience of managing a grant programme
• Experience of managing events
• Experience of donor stewardship
• Local knowledge of Harrow, with local connections

Voluntary Action Harrow Co-operative aims to be an equal opportunity employer and is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

This role description can be requested in large print.

Please include both:

• a Cover Letter explaining how you meet the Key Responsibilities and Personal Specification

• a CV which outlines your career, ideally related to the role.

• Salary Circa £48,000
• Permanent, Full time - open to flexible working
• Location - Ewell, Surrey 

Are you passionate about using your influencing skills to create change?  

We’re looking for someone who can bring their skills and experience to help us develop and expand our policy and influencing work.  Leading a small expert team, this is a new role, reflecting our ambition to boost capacity in this area and strengthen our voice for change.Working with colleagues across External Affairs, as well as colleagues from across the UK and Ireland, you will lead our policy, public affairs and advocacy campaigning function, and help us create the change that saves lives. You’ll have proven ability to develop and deliver an impactful influencing strategy, drawing on different approaches suitable to the context, leading to evidenced policy change. A strong understanding of the current health and social care political environment as it relates to mental health and the relevant levers for achieving change will be critical. 

About Samaritans 

At Samaritans, our vision is that fewer people die by suicide. We believe it is preventable and that by working together we can give people the support they need before they reach crisis point. We are one of the most trusted charities in the UK and ROI, and we answer a call for help every six seconds. We have around 175 staff and more than 20,000 volunteers based across 201 branches giving emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We don’t just hear you, we listen. 

Our location 

You’ll be based at our friendly head office on a beautiful millpond in Ewell, Surrey. Just a 30-minute train journey from Waterloo and 15 minutes from Wimbledon. As an employer we offer a good range of benefits, including 25 days’ holiday, 3 well being days, Flexible working, Health Cash Plan, Pension and interest-free season ticket loans. 

To apply 

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a covering letter outlining their motivations for applying and how they meet each of the role criteria as set out in the Job Description no later than 9.00 am on Monday  5th October 2020. 

We’re delighted to announce an exciting opportunity to lead Animal Aid’s Campaigns Team. As the Head of Campaigns, you will be responsible for leading Animal Aid’s ground-breaking and influential campaigns work. This spans a wide range of areas, including influencing policy, inspiring positive behaviour-change, working with the media and overseeing investigative work. You will be responsible for line-managing a team of five campaigners and our Campaigns Assistant, as well as getting involved in day-to-day work to deliver effective campaigns. A key part of your role will be to lead on developing strategy, monitoring progress and evaluating the success of campaigns.

The Head of Campaigns will be required to work at our Tonbridge office in future, though the role may initially be home-working, in light of Covid-19.

Salary: £33,000-£35,000

To apply: Please send a CV and cover letter explaining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role. 

Closing date: 8th October 2020

Person specification

Essential

• A proven track record of planning and delivering successful campaigns to influence policy, with at least five years’ experience in a similar role.

• Good experience of using digital campaigning to bring about positive change.

• Substantial experience in working with the media, including proactively securing coverage, providing comments and taking part in broadcast interviews.

• At least five years’ experience of line-managing staff, with a supportive approach that ensures high-quality work is consistently delivered.

• Thorough understanding of strategic leadership.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce persuasive written content.

• Excellent negotiating and relationship building skills, with strong experience of influencing senior decision-makers

• Thorough knowledge of key animal rights issues, with the ability to remain constantly up-to-date with key developments

• Highly organised, with the ability to plan and prioritise effectively.

• Evidence of effective project management, planning and management of resources, including finance.

• Able to identify and manage risk.

• Ability to work effectively in a team, including collaborating with colleagues in other departments on shared projects.

Desirable

• Good knowledge of legal issues that are relevant to Campaigns work such as data protection and libel.

• Strong IT skills and familiarity with communications, advocacy and Customer Relations Management software.

Animal Aid is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all candidates who have the required skills and experience, regardless of gender, marital status, race, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age.

JOB DESCRIPTION: HEAD OF CAMPAIGNS

1. To oversee the work of the Campaigns Department, including investigations work, engagement with policy makers, work with the media and producing printed and digital resources.

1. To be responsible for the strategic planning of campaigns. This includes leading the development of strategic plans, setting targets and carrying out thorough monitoring and evaluation to ensure that maximum impact is being achieved.

1. To line-manage the four Campaigns Managers, the Campaigns Officer and the Campaigns Assistant. This will include providing support, evaluating performance and ensuring that opportunities for professional development are provided.

1. To undertake research and play the leading role in the written output of the Society across a range of subject areas. This output includes special reports, investigations, press releases, articles and other key documents. To approve final versions of written reports and documents.

1. To represent the Society in a variety of forums, including meeting with, and giving presentations to, disparate groups such as Parliamentarians, business representatives, civil servants, college students and Animal Aid’s supporters.

1. To initiate and undertake press, radio and TV interviews and to take part in debates.

1. To keep up to date with developments in the field of Campaigns, such as new tools for digital advocacy.

1. To develop policies on emerging campaign issues, in consultation with the Director(s). To determine whether new initiatives, such as coalition campaigns led by other organisations, are in line with Animal Aid’s ethos.

1. To oversee the legal and administrative aspects of Animal Aid’s Campaign work, such as arranging licences for media monitoring and seeking legal advice where required.

1. To campaign with integrity on a factual basis and to the highest standard, with a commitment to advance the cause of animals that is commensurate with their needs. These values are central to the Society’s ethos. Animal Aid is held in high regard by animal advocates and many professional bodies and individuals, including those in media and politics. The Head of Campaigns must maintain this reputation by embodying the Society’s ethos at all times.

 Whilst this position is mainly office based, attendance will be expected at certain events (e.g. meetings, media interviews, exhibitions). Time in lieu will be given as appropriate.

This is a new role to strengthen the national campaigning of Keep Our NHS Public, joining a small, but very successful and committed team.

Keep Our NHS Public (KONP) campaigns for an NHS which is publicly funded, publicly provided and publicly accountable, available to all on the basis of clinical need, regardless of ability to pay. We campaign for an increase in funding, an end to privatisation, safe staffing levels and against racist scapegoating in the NHS and against migrant charges. Our campaign is growing rapidly and is recruiting more members, increasing its reach into the mainstream media and growing our online presence. This job is an exciting opportunity to be part of our growth and help us win our struggle to save the NHS.

A successful applicant will have some campaigning experience, though not necessarily as a professional, ideally have good interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively by email, on video call, phone and in person. We are looking for a dedicated, friendly and helpful personality who copes well with stress, maintains focus and will be an enthusiastic new member of the team.

The KONP Campaigns Officer role is primarily designed to support the Head of Campaigns with ongoing campaigns, to support the development of new campaign initiatives, with a focus on digital campaigning activity, recruitment and fundraising, and to support and maintain close liaison with the KONP groups around the country, as well as helping local people set up new groups.

More about the job:

The Campaigns Officer will be responsible to the Head of Campaigns. This post is for 16-24 hours a week, commencing at £15.50 per hour. Some of the weekly hours may occur in the evening and at the weekend, and time off in lieu is offered if this is the case.

KONP rents desk-space in a shared office in Hackney, London, where some of our team is based. Currently, the team is working remotely. However, travel to London for team meetings is likely to resume post-Covid. Details about the tasks involved are included in the Job Description.

What you need to do to apply:

• Please read the job description in full, to make sure you understand the role and fulfil the specifications
• Please send us a covering letter of why you think you're right for the role
• Please send us an up to date, relevant CV with your covering letter

Please note:

• The application deadline is 16/10/2020
• The interview date will be 30/10/2020 (online)

Also note, successful applicants will be subject to references.

Job Title: Campaigns Officer

Permanent

Full time 35 hours per week (flexible working arrangements considered).

£29,209 (with London Weighting), £26,329 (outside London) per annum

Location Whitecross Studios, London (alternative working arrangements welcome)

The Children's Society is looking for an enthusiastic and organised Campaigns Officer to join our dynamic and ambitious Campaigns team.

This role is perfect for someone who is keen to take the next step in their career in charity campaigning, has an interest in policy issues that impact on young people, such as poverty, mental health and exploitation, and who is passionate about achieving positive change for, and with, children and young people.

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the planning, delivery and evaluation of our National campaigns. Tasks include participating in or leading internal and external project groups, contributing to the strategic development of campaigns, writing and sending supporter communications, and developing a wide range of engaging and impactful campaign tactics and activities.

In order to be successful in this role, you must have:

-Experience in charity campaigning or similar role,

-The ability to build effective working relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders

-Great communication and project management skills,

-The ability to pick things up quickly and be comfortable with working independently or as part of a team

The Children's Society runs over 100 local services that help thousands of young people who desperately need our support, and we campaign to get laws and policies changed to make children's lives happier and safer.

Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more.

The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services.

The closing date for applications is 23:59 on Sunday 4th of October.

Interviews will be held on the week commencing 12th of October.

THET is a well-established charity that has been operating for over 30 years and is now opening an exciting new chapter in its work to support health workers across Africa and Asia.

If you relish the opportunity to use your campaigns and communications skills to mobilise our partners across the NHS and UK health sector in support of our goals, and relish being a part of something new, this is the role for you. You will be part of a step change in the way THET campaigns and influences.

Politically astute and with excellent communication skills, you will be knowledgeable about the NHS, Westminster and the devolved governments, and will excel in identifying opportunities to influence policy.

You will be a forward-thinking person with strong professional skills, a committed team player and excellent communicator. You will be familiar with working in a campaign-based environment and be comfortable working alongside technical and thematic experts on development and global affairs. A talented self-starter, you will be joining a five-person External Engagement Team who are dedicated to THET’s mission of ensuring everyone everywhere can access quality healthcare.

Please download the Job Description for full specifications. 

When submitting your application please submit your CV and Covering Letter (max. one page).

RESULTS UK is seeking to recruit a Campaigns and Communications Officer, to work 5 days per week on a permanent basis. This role will deliver successful grassroots and public campaigns across our issue areas; undertake public communications and brand maintenance, including media and social media; and provide communications coordination and support to our wider staff team.

With big shifts in the UK and the world’s approach to international development, changes in the approach of international donors to developing countries, increasing awareness of the urgency of climate change, and the global impact of COVID-19, now is an exciting time to be contributing to advocacy success through effective campaigns and communications that help change the public narrative and ensure the political will needed among policy makers to achieve the ambitions of the Global Goals of a world free from poverty by 2030.

This post will provide good opportunities for further developing your communications, campaigning and advocacy skills; gaining an understanding of international development issues; and working in a public affairs environment.

Please take a look at the full Job Description and Person Specification and apply by sending a CV (maximum 3 pages) and cover letter (maximum 2 pages). In your cover letter, please state where you saw the job advertised and describe and give examples of how you meet the requirements in the Person Specification. The subject of your email should be 'Campaigns and Communications Officer' followed by your surname.

The application deadline is 9 am on Monday 5 October, with first-round interviews the week commencing 19 October (TBC).

Location: Vauxhall, South London, UK (currently working from home owing to the COVID-19 pandemic)

Alzheimer’s Research UK is the UK’s leading dementia research charity dedicated to diagnosis, prevention, treatment and cure. Backed by our passionate scientists and supporters, we’re challenging the way people think about dementia, bringing together the people and organisations who can speed up progress, and investing in research to make life-changing breakthroughs possible.

By working at Alzheimer’s Research UK, you will be part of an organisation that has been recognised nationally as an outstanding place to work. In 2020, we were listed 39th in the prestigious Sunday Times 100 Best Not-for-Profit Organisations to Work For.  We were also awarded a 2-star accreditation by Best Companies, recognising outstanding levels of workplace engagement and were listed in the 75 Best Companies to Work For in the East of England.

We are recruiting a new Head of Public Affairs and Campaigns to lead the Public Affairs team at ARUK. The Head of Public Affairs will report to the Director of Policy and Public Affairs and line manage the Senior Public Affairs Officer and the Public Affairs Officer.

The post holder will be joining a friendly, busy and fast-moving Policy and Public Affairs team, with the scope to grow both the function and the post-holder’s role within ARUK. The role will work closely with policy colleagues to help develop opportunities for influencing key stakeholders within and outside government and its agencies to help ARUK improve the dementia research environment. This is a very creative directorate, and the post holder will have opportunities to work on projects that take the charity in new directions. The role is likely to include frequent work in Westminster, Whitehall and elsewhere in the UK

Main duties and responsibilities of the role:

Public Affairs

• Advise Alzheimer’s Research UK about effective political positioning to achieve our goals; working to ensure we are able to successfully influence key Government policy and decisions.
• Build and maintain effective high-level relationships with key decision-makers and opinion formers, including in Government and in Parliament.
• Develop and deliver a public affairs strategy for Alzheimer’s Research UK, with a range of creative tactics that create pressure, build momentum and drive forward our influence in Parliament and with government.
• Provide leadership to the public affairs team and work closely with colleagues to grow political engagement in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland
• Support implementation and further development of the strategy for public affairs & policy, in conjunction with Head of Policy.
• Work across the organisation to develop stakeholder management processes and mechanisms that help us to manage and derive insights from key organisational relationships.
• Play a key role in developing ARUK’s influencing stakeholder contact programme and identifying opportunities and strategies to improve engagement.
• Develop and deliver a programme of parliamentary engagement for Chief Executive, Chief Medical Officer, President and Director of Policy and Public Affairs, working in conjunction with the Senior Governance Manager.
• Work with the Head of Policy and the Director of Policy and Public Affairs to develop strategy and positioning on key parliamentary and policy issues.
• Ensure ARUK has a meaningful role in shaping future legislation on dementia and scientific research.
• Lead responses and briefings on key legislation and guidance, including proposed drafting amendments where appropriate.
• Co-ordinate parliamentary briefs, develop submissions for parliamentary questions and other opportunities presented through the parliamentary system.
• Represent the Charity to key decision-makers and stakeholders, managing a programme of meetings and to brief relevant staff.
• Identify opportunities to use the media to maintain pressure on political decision makers around our policy and influencing priorities
• Ensure compliance with Charity Commission guidance, and other legislation on charities’ lobbying activities

Campaigns

• Develop and implement campaign strategies that deliver against ARUK policy objectives.
• Build and sustain strong strategic partnerships, for example, with other voluntary organisations, think tanks etc to extend ARUK’s influence and impact
• Grow digital campaigns and public affairs opportunities, building our reach and engagement with key audiences.
• Manage and grow a supporter-based campaigning network, online and offline, to advocate on behalf of ARUK, including the involvement of people affected by dementia 

Events and meeting management

• Lead the delivery of high-impact parliamentary and other events and conferences, including national party conferences.
• Represent the charity attending external working groups as appropriate, under guidance from the Director of Policy and Public Affairs.

Other duties

• Undertake any other relevant duties and projects delegated by the Director of Policy and Public Affairs in line with the responsibilities of the post.

What we are looking for

• Educated to A Level or equivalent
• Expertise in lobbying, government relations and campaigning
• Thorough working knowledge of the UK political system, policy-making and Parliamentary processes, the media and which levers to pull to affect change
• Experience of building relationships with influencers and supporters
• Experience of delivering successful organisation-wide engagement strategies
• Experience of delivering impactful campaigns that influenced legislation, government policy or practice
• Ability to manage people, lead and develop a team of 2
• Experience of working with colleagues of a senior level
• Confidence working with computers – good knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook
• Excellent personal communication skills, with the ability to communicate with people at all levels face to face and on the phone
• Experience of using the media to maintain pressure on political decision makers
• Ability to assimilate new policy and political issues quickly and make connections between different aspects of influencing
• Ability to write professionally, with an ability to adapt communications for different audiences
• Ability to work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload
• Ability to operate in a fast-moving environment, deal with competing demands and manage time effectively
• Strong negotiation skills
• Professional and hard-working team player
• Outgoing, enthusiastic and able to remain calm under pressure
• Willingness to work outside of regular office hours and overtime during busy spells
• Willingness to travel weekly to London as and when the role requires

Location: Flexible, with regular weekly travel to Granta Park, Nr Cambridge, as well as regular weekly travel to London when required

Salary: Circa £57,500 per annum, plus benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack for more details.

The closing date for applications is the 4th October 2020, with interviews to be held week commencing the 26th October 2020, with potential dates of the 27th, 28th and 29th October via Microsoft Teams. Please indicate in your cover letter if you are unable to attend on any of these dates.

To be considered, please create an online account using our Online Recruitment System which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies Page. You will be able to attach a CV and covering letter to your application, track your application and view other vacancies that may be of interest.

To view further details about this role and the benefits of working for us please visit the Alzheimer’s Research UK website.

We are looking for a Public Affairs & Campaigns Officer to join us who is passionate about influencing government, MPs and Lords to ensure the needs of people affected by blood cancer are at the heart of decision making.

If you have experience working in parliament or another public affairs environment, are able to build relationships to influence government and parliament, and want to put your skills to use to deliver outcomes for people affected by blood cancer, this could be the role for you!

To apply please share your current cv and cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role.

The closing date for this exciting opportunity is:

 9am on Wednesday 21 October 2020

Please note that all applications will be reviewed upon receipt and we may then bring forward the closing date of this role at our discretion

Hours: Part time14 hours per week job share considered

Fixed Term Contract for 12 months this is a job share opportunity for 2 days a week.

About the Role

This role leads policy analysis and engagement on social and public policy as it relates to people with disabilities at both national and international levels. It develops and promotes Leonard Cheshire’s policy positions and profile with key UN, multilateral and bilateral international development stakeholders, as well with national government partners in the UK and overseas.

Our policy influencing efforts are firmly rooted in the need for change, and the progress and advancement in our own organisation. Therefore, by 2022, we will have expanded our role as a key player in evidence-informed influencing of policies, laws and practices in the field of economic inclusion, inclusive education and disability inclusive data, working in partnership with organisations of people with disabilities globally and within the UK. We will have also adopted a shift towards policy influencing that fully reflects the rights-based approach, is guided by evidence and ongoing reflection and advancement, and puts people with disabilities and their organisations at the heart of relevant processes.

About You

You will oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of Leonard Cheshire’s international and national (UK wide) policy influencing work, supporting wider activity in our campaigns and public affairs teams. You will have at least 5 years’ experience of engaging with global and national international development actors, including UN agencies, multilateral organisations and bilateral development partners and will know how to influence and achieve policy change. With an appreciation of disability policy and disability inclusion strategies, you will bring experience of engaging with campaigners and other interested individuals through various channels.

You will be able to identify and promote influencing opportunities at global, regional, pan-regional, and national levels. You will be able to analyse and interpret complex information and data as well as drafting and presenting this material to a variety of audiences. You will have excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to prioritise work under pressure. You will be an effective team leader who can work as part of a small and dynamic team.

We seek candidates with a genuine commitment to the values and ethos of Leonard Cheshire.

About Leonard Cheshire

Leonard Cheshire supports individuals to live, learn and work as independently as they choose, whatever their ability. We are the UK's largest voluntary sector provider of services for people with disabilities. This is an exciting time to join us with our new brand and as we grow our reach across communities.

What we Offer

• Fair and competitive pay rates
• A generous employer contribution to a company pension scheme with additional life cover
• Substantial annual leave, with the option to buy or sell leave
• Access to a cash health plan at favourable rates
• A comprehensive employee assistance programme

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

We actively encourage applications from people with a disability, supporting where possible, your requirements for reasonable adjustments.

Shortlisting for this role may take place as applications are received. We therefore reserve the right to close this vacancy once a suitable candidate has been appointed.

*No Agencies *

Campaigns Assistant 
Job reference: 17.6.151
Location: York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1GN
Contact Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full Time
Salary: £20,000 p.a. Plus up to 9% Employer Pension Contribution

Do you have experience of digital communication? Would you like to work for a forward thinking and inspiring conservation charity? If so, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is seeking to appoint a Campaigns Assistant as part of its dedicated Fundraising and Engagement Team.

This exciting role is specifically responsible for strengthening and enhancing digital communications around our membership, fundraising and supporter engagement activities. Meeting targets and reporting on them will be an important part of this role. This role will support the delivery of our campaigns and promotions and schedule and coordinate emails and social media.

You will be professional and confident with a natural ability to positively interact with a wide range of people including colleagues, volunteers, trustees, supporters, and the public.  In addition, you will be proficient in using a Content Management System, editing and publishing web pages as well as digital communications including email, website and social media. You will be enthusiastic about sharing ideas and experiences with a creative team.

Closing date for receipt of completed application forms and accompanying equal opportunities monitoring form is 9am Wednesday 14 October 2020 and the interviews will be held on Monday 19 October.

Please note that applications received after the closing deadline will not be considered.

TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION:

If you would like to find out more about this position and to apply, please click the button to be directed to our website where you can complete your application for this position.

We are committed to creating a Movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities.  We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone is able to be themselves and to reach their full potential. We want our people to flourish, just like nature.

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is a Mindful employer.

YWT Company 409650; Charity no. 210807.

Please note we do not accept CVs.

No agencies please.

Campaigns Assistant

You will join us as a Campaigns Assistant to assist the Senior Public Affairs and Campaigns Officer to develop the supporter journey for the Can’t Stomach Hunger integrated advocacy and fundraising campaign, liaising with the Communications and Fundraising Teams as required.

Campaigns Assistant Responsibilities:

• Support the Senior Public Affairs and Campaigns Officer to deliver Concern Worldwide UK’s Can’t Stomach Hunger campaign and secure commitments from the UK government to tackle global malnutrition
• Help develop high quality supporter emails and communications that drive higher engagement in campaigning and fundraising activities
• Manage the handling of supporter data, in line with best practice and legal requirements to ensure information about our supporters is accurate and updated in a timely manner
• Produce campaign reports and analyse data to provide insights that guide campaign development and inform future campaigns
• Provide ad-hoc support in engaging parliamentarians on our advocacy objectives in nutrition and resilience

Campaigns Assistant Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 years experience of working as part of a policy and campaigns team or Communications team
• Self motivation and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with team members, other staff at Concern and external stakeholders.
• Ability to produce clear and compelling supporter or public facing communications.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience of handling supporter and/or complex data
• Sound judgement and ability to work to (often tight) deadlines.
• High level of IT literacy and proficiency using databases, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and Outlook.

About Concern Worldwide (UK) Ltd:

We are an international humanitarian organisation that strives for a world free from poverty, fear and oppression.

We deliver life-saving and life-changing interventions to some of the world's poorest and most vulnerable people. From rapid emergency response to our innovative programming in health and nutrition, livelihoods and education, we go to the hardest to reach places to make sure that no-one is left behind.

Location: London, UK

Job type: Part Time, 4 months Fixed Term Contract, 3-4 days per week

Salary: £25,659 pro rata

You may have experience of the following: Policy, Campaigns Assistant, Policy Advisor, Policy Assistant, Communications Assistant, Campaigns, Data Administrator, etc.

Ref: 94329

Application Deadline : Open ended - We will initiate interviews and the selection process on a rolling basis, with the aim to have this position filled as soon as an appropriate candidate is identified.

Who we are?

Muslim Aid are an International not-for-profit providing support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict or endemic poverty without regard to their social, religious, or ethnic background.

We place strong emphasis on long-term development projects that build the capacity of local people helping themselves. In addition to the 11 country offices worldwide we also work with multiple partner offices focussing on sustainable development programmes and providing humanitarian relief during times of crisis.

Summary of Role

Reporting to the Campaigns Manager, this newly formed role of Digital Marketing coordinator is responsible for helping develop and implement Muslim Aid’s digital marketing strategy, operational plans, digital campaign activities and website management. The role manages and serves as the main contact for Muslim Aid’s Digital Marketing and online suppliers and has day-to-day management of digital marketing operations budget. The role will work within the Campaigns team and support the other FR functions including volunteer fundraising, philanthropy and international programmes teams to maximise online impact.

About the Role

This role is based in the UK and open to individuals with unrestricted right to live and work in the UK. At this stage we are unable to offer sponsorship opportunities.

The main responsibilities of this role will be to:

1. Plan and implement integrated Digital Search, Display and Video campaigns for multiple platforms
2. Analyse and report from Google Analytics and other relevant tools to optimise campaigns
3. Work with the Campaigns and FR teams to deliver integrated campaigns and ensure MA’s key campaigns are reflected in our digital channels
4. Co-ordinate the creation of social media plan and execute social media schedule using Hootsuite, Moz, and other social tools
5. Project Manage and provide digital marketing expertise on cross organisational projects as required
6. Devise digital media plans for Muslim Aid campaigns, including display and videocampaigns

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• BS/MS degree in digital marketing or a related work field
• Strong understanding of the major technology-driven changes and trends affecting the online media and advertising industries Strong understanding and experience of performance advertising (Search, Display and Video)
• Have demonstrable understanding of Email Marketing, SEO, CMS & CRM
• Creative and innovative, with a real passion for digital marketing
• Able to absorb and critically evaluate a large amount of information and data in order to make decisions
• Strong independent judgement in managing external organisations and internal contacts

Why you should Apply

If you are passionate about marketing and are up to date with the Digital world, then this role is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Digital Marketing Coordinator who will join our team and help us continue to serve humanity

How to Apply:

To apply please ensure that you complete Muslim Aid Application Form. 

Muslim Aid’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children and vulnerable adults in our care/employment. Successful candidates will be expected to undergo a DBS check. In addition, all successful candidates for finance roles will undergo an Experian Credit Check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief or age. 

Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applications will be accepted until closing date, however, Muslim Aid reserves the right to initiate interviews and the selection process on a rolling basis with the aim of identifying an appropriate candidate as quickly as possible.