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The Forces Employment Charity is looking for a highly motivated Employment Advisor to join its Ex-Forces Employment Team team in the East Midlands. Working on behalf of the Ex Forces Employment Programme. ​

Person Specification

The successful applicant will have a track record of providing employment and job finding support. A strong customer focus and an ability to work independently to achieve targets and deadlines is an essential requirement along with strong communication and organising skills, knowledge of the local employment market, training and adult education opportunities. 

​NVQ Level 4 in Advice & Guidance is highly desirable but not essential as training will be given.

Principal Responsibilities

• Provide advice and guidance to support veterans into employment.
• Develop links with local and regional businesses and business forums to develop relationships with Corporate Mentors and to provide enhanced local level employment opportunities, working collaboratively with Employer Relationship Managers (ERMs).
• Facilitate veterans to access suitable training courses, employment support grants and work placements.
• Link with local and regional Ex Armed Forces support agencies initiatives to create a flow of veterans requiring employment support.This will include as a minimum creating working relationships with Armed Forces Charities and DWP and regional Armed Forces Champions (including Armed Forces Covenant groups).

Essential Competencies

• Empathy with Armed Forces personnel and an understanding of the challenges they face.
• Strong networking skills and the enthusiasm and ability to create relationships that will support the work of RFEA.
• Motivated self-starter with ability to work largely unsupervised within a multi-disciplinary environment dedicated to achieving successful outcomes for veterans.
• Extensive experience in blended provision of support.
• Clean driving licence and exclusive use of a car.

Desirable Competencies

• Demonstrable experience of supporting adults into employment.
• Existing network of regional and local organisations who support the Armed Forces Community.
• Existing LinkedIn network of veterans and individuals within Armed Forces Charities, statutory organisations and employers.
• A good understanding of the employment market, including recruitment, welfare to work provision, work-based learning and vocational training.

What we offer

• Competitive annual salary of £27,500
• Generous annual leave (25 days + bank holidays + Birthday Grant Leave) 
• 4% Pension Contribution
• Training and development opportunities

This role is full time (35 Hours per Week) and attracts a competitive Salary package £27,500 plus benefits depending on experience. Job satisfaction is guaranteed.

To apply, please submit a Covering Letter and CV. Closing date for the position is ​Friday 9th September 2022. Interviews are scheduled to be shortly after.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake Enhanced Barring Service checks and Ministry of Defence security clearance, which requires applicants to have been resident in the UK for the last 5 years.

The Forces Employment Charity, are looking for a highly motivated Employment Support Consultant to promote and provide employability and employment support for veterans within the region.

Reporting to the National Forces Employment Support (FES) Manager, the successful applicant will have a track record of providing employment and job finding support. A strong customer focus and an ability to work independently to achieve targets and deadlines is an essential requirement along with strong communication and organising skills, knowledge of the local employment market, training and adult education opportunities. 

Principal Responsibilities:

• Provide advice and guidance to support veterans into employment; facilitating veterans to access suitable training courses, Employment Support Grants (ESG) and work placements.
• Develop links with local and regional businesses and business forums to develop relationships with Corporate Mentors and to provide enhanced local level employment opportunities, working collaboratively with Employer Relationship Managers (ERMs). 
• Post and maintain an exemplar professional LinkedIn profile and engage with appropriate content from RFEA and partner organisations.
• Link with local and regional Ex-Armed Forces support agencies initiatives to create a flow of veterans requiring employment support. This will include as a minimum creating working relationships with Armed Forces Charities and DWP and regional Armed Forces Champions (including Armed Forces Covenant groups)

The ideal candidate will have:

• Empathy with Armed Forces personnel and an understanding of the challenges they face.
• Strong networking skills and the enthusiasm and ability to create relationships that will support the work of RFEA FES.
• A good understanding of the employment market, including recruitment, welfare to work provision, work-based learning and vocational training.
• Extensive experience in blended provision of support.
• Clean driving licence and exclusive use of a car.   

​What we offer:

• Salary - £27,500
• Annual leave (25 days + bank holidays + Birthday Grant Leave) 
• Flexible working patterns
• 4% pension contribution
• Training and development opportunities

This is a full-time role working 35 hours per week. The role is home/office based with local and regional travel. Consultants will spend an average of 30% of their time networking within their region.

​To apply, please submit a Covering Letter and CV. Closing date for the position is Midnight 9th September 2022. Interviews are scheduled to be shortly after.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake Enhanced Barring Service checks and Ministry of Defence security clearance, which requires applicants to have been resident in the UK for the last 5 years.

About LMK

Good relationships shape our health and happiness, yet we are taught so little about them. LMK is a registered education charity (1191149) on a mission to change that. We run workshops educating young people about healthy and unhealthy behaviours, so that they can avoid abuse and thrive in relationships. 

Using film and guided discussions, our workshop leaders support teenagers in honest conversations about relationships and leave them better equipped to spot the early warning signs of abuse and inspire them to enjoy healthy, fulfilling relationships.We explore the 10 signs of healthy and unhealthy relationships and include practical lessons young people want to learn about (covering topics like consent, pornography and sharing explicit images) and we practice scenarios in a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment. 

LMK is a fast-growing, exciting charity and in just two years since its founding has worked with over 3,000 teenagers across 10 London boroughs, successfully raising £300,000 to fund our workshops, principally through grants and trusts.

Job Description

LMK is looking for an organised, analytical and creative Research and Evaluation Manager to diversify and drive forward its evaluation activities. Reporting to the Co-Founders, the successful candidate will sit on the Senior Management Team, working closely with the Fundraising Manager, Programme Manager and Relationship Manager. 

The Research and Evaluation Manager will have a substantial, proven track record of designing, implementing,reporting on evaluation projects and generating data insights to guide our work. They will have experience using data to evidence demand for a service or offering, assessing the quality of its delivery and demonstrating its impact against intended outcomes. They will be experienced using both quantitative and qualitative methods to deliver insights, and comfortable presenting them to a range of stakeholders. They will bring excellent data analysis, data visualisation and written communication skills, as well as an ability to engage others in their work. 

Joining the team at a moment of expansion, the Research and Evaluation Manager will provide crucial evidence to make the case for LMK’s growth as well as valuable thought leadership to the charity’s senior managers and Board of Trustees, helping them expand into new areas, increase sustainability and deepen relationships with key stakeholders.Finally, the Research and Evaluation Manager will be passionate about the work that we do creating a prevention programme against domestic violence, relationship abuse and sexual assault for young people in London. Experience in the third sector is preferred but not essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take overall responsibility for all evaluation activities at LMK; this includes monitoring the quality and impact of our services to others, collecting insights to drive improvement of our own internal processes and ensuring LMK remains up-to-date on the latest research and policy developments in our field.
• Survey stakeholders participating in LMK’s activities; this aspect of the role includes survey design, data collection and quality control, data analysis and reporting. Applicants should be familiar using online survey programs such a SurveyMonkey or Typeform and must have strong Excel skills. Experience using other analytical platforms (e.g. Google data studio, Microsoft Power BI) and/or CRM systems is preferrable.
• Supplement survey data with qualitative research initiatives, with a particular focus on gathering youth feedback and stories; support the Youth Advisory Board manager in capturing evidence of the positive impact of youth participation in the running of LMK
• Collaborate with other team members to support LMK’s fundraising, communications, programme management and program design functions; train and support LMK Leaders and Programme team to ensure effective implementation of evaluation activities; gather feedback on LMK’s own training and programme management activities to drive continuous improvement.
• Produce regular evaluation updates for the LMK board, the LMK team, and to share with partner organisations; contribute to LMK’s Annual report. Familiarity with a range of presentation platforms e.g. Tableau, Flourish, Piktochart etc. is desirable.
• Monitor emerging research in fields related to LMK’s work, including but not limited to VAWG, relationship violence, youth development and developments in PHSE and relationship education. Update the team on new research findings, changes in policy and legislation and developments in the media with relevance to LMK’s work. 
• Build actionable insights and make recommendations for future work streams.
• Contribute to the overall direction of LMK – take strategic responsibility for evidencing needs and demonstrating outcomes, and work with the charity’s co-founders and board to monitor performance against key indicators and set future targets.
• Carry out all duties and responsibilities in line with LMK’s policies and procedures.

Essential Skills:

• A strong commitment to young people, and an appreciation of why relationship education is vital for health and happiness.
• A proven track record in a role focused on research and evaluation; experience designing and implementing research activities using a variety of methodologies and data types and reporting findings in a clear and compelling way.
• Excellent data management skills; experience organising and analysing quantitative and qualitative data sets.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail, with the ability to present findings clearly, succinctly and in an engaging manner, both in person and in writing, to a variety of audiences.
• A ‘start-up mentality’ – self-motivated, comfortable with change and collaborative.
• An ability to work flexibly, adapting to rapidly changing demands and opportunities while retaining clear strategic focus.
• Able to build meaningful relationships with a variety of people both internally and externally.
• Motivated by working for an organisation with a strong social purpose.
• Excellent team working, collaboration and people skills in particular the ability to articulate ideas to colleagues and senior management.
• Excited at the prospect of playing a vital role in LMK’s growth across London.
• A knowledge of the VAWG sector, Education sector or working with young people would be preferable, although not essential.
• Able to work in a way that celebrates diversity, upholds LMK values and respects everyone LMK interacts with (including: volunteers, staff members, stakeholders and workshop participants).

CPD and Safeguarding

• Hold a DBS certificate or be willing to let us run a check.
• Be willing to comply with our policies and procedures relating to child protection, confidentiality and data protection.

To apply

To apply for this position, please forward a CV together with a one page covering letter.Deadline for application – 31st August 2022.

LMK strives to create a fair and healthy environment where all our colleagues feel valued and able to be their authentic selves at work. We understand that our people have commitments and personal interests outside of work and so we create a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best.

LMK values the differences that a diverse workforce brings and is committed to inclusivity.We welcome applicants of any race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, sexuality or any other protected characteristic.

We can make reasonable adjustments throughout the application process and on the job. Please let us know, by contacting us separately if you need any adjustments or changes to be made during the recruitment process because of a disability or long-term health condition

We are looking for a part-time, UK-based Finance Manager who wants to work flexible hours from home and be a key member of a small, but influential, charity that helps museums work with the information that connects collections and audiences. This is an exciting time for Collections Trust, as we and our partners enter the detailed planning phase for a museum data service that will transform the way UK museums and their users work with the nation’s collections over coming years.

Aims and scope of the post

The aim of this post is to ensure sound financial management to support the organisation’s ongoing charitable work. The Finance Manager is responsible for CT’s financial strategy, timely and accurate financial administration, maintenance of financial and management accounts, as well as cash flow, stock control, payroll and pension.

Responsibilities and tasks

Budgeting and forecasting

• Produce annual budgets, quarterly reforecasts, and scenario models for the organisation budget.
• Support budget forecasting for project tenders, ensuring due diligence and financial viability.

Reporting

• Produce quarterly management accounts, including variance reports, analysis by income streams, and cashflow forecasts.
• Prepare and present financial reports for the quarterly board meetings and biannual audit committee meeting.
• Produce minutes of the audit committee meetings and contribute to the minutes of board meetings.
• Complete statutory reporting to Companies House, the Charity Commission and HMRC.
• Submit the relevant reports to funders to ensure timely receipt of grant payments.

Financial management

• Process supplier invoices and carry out twice-monthly payment runs.
• Raise customer invoices for consultancy work, licensing agreements, training, and other income due.
• Carry out credit control for overdue customer invoices.
• Manage payroll, including monthly payments to HMRC, payroll year end, and pension contributions.
• Manage CT bank accounts, including weekly monitoring of transactions and income matching, managing bank mandates and online access.
• Manage company credit cards, ensuring strong controls and adequate accounting for individual cardholders’ usage.
• Respond to financial queries from customers, suppliers, funders and staff members.
• Manage grant receipts.
• Oversee the retail function, responding to queries and issues regarding sales of items through the CT online shop.
• Oversee the purchase ordering system.

Accounting

• Carry out monthly bank account and credit card reconciliations.
• Complete month-end procedures, including processing accruals, prepayments and depreciation.
• Maintain the fixed asset register and inventory list.
• Ensure accurate accounting for restricted and unrestricted funds.
• Complete quarterly VAT returns, ensuring the correct VAT treatment for all transactions (specifically regarding business/non business, and irrecoverable VAT designations).
• Complete year-end procedures and prepare draft statutory accounts for audit, together with schedules to support the figures and workings in the statutory accounts.
• Act as the main point of contact to external auditors, providing all required information.

Risk management

• Lead on maintaining the organisation’s strategic risk register.
• Ensure adequate annual insurance.
• Regularly review the reserves policy to ensure that it meets the needs of the organisation.
• Lead in liaising with the pension fund, actuary and trustees in the management of the (legacy) defined benefit pension scheme (now closed to new members).
• Carry out regular reviews of systems, procedures and financial controls to ensure they are fit for purpose.

Line management

• Management of the part-time Retail and Administration Officer (0.6 FTE).

General responsibilities

• Following the principles of Collections Trust’s policies and procedures.
• Additional duties as may reasonably be required from time to time.

Line management

The Finance Manager reports directly to the Chief Executive, and is in turn responsible for the line management of the 0.6 FTE Retail and Administration Officer.

Person specification

Collections Trust is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our sector, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. Please note that the Finance Manager will need to have the right to work in the UK.

Essential knowledge, skills and qualities

• A part-qualified accountant or equivalent knowledge gained through relevant experience.
• Three years’ experience in a similar role, ideally in the charity sector.
• Strong ICT skills including relevant accounting software and Microsoft Office 365 (particularly Excel).
• Ability to write clear and concise board reports, with the ability to communicate complex financial information to a non-financial audience.
• An excellent eye for detail and consistency.

Desirable knowledge, skills and qualities

• Honesty and integrity.
• A working knowledge of Xero or comparable accounting software.
• Familiarity with appropriate charity accounting practices (SORP regulations).
• Autonomy and ability to work effectively under own initiative.
• Strong verbal communications skills, able to convey financial information to a non-financial audience.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to work well within a team and manage others effectively.
• Enthusiasm, flexibility and proactive approach.
• Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development.
• An understanding of relevant retail and/or consultancy operations.

We’re looking for someone to help us grow our fundraising income!

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We’re the charity that developed and runs National Prison Radio, the world’s first national radio station for people in prison.

We’re also on the cusp of launching a major Lottery-funded podcast channel, Life After Prison, and we’re leading the way in the global development of prison radio.

This year we picked up a Gold Award at the radio industry’s prestigious ARIAS. In recent years we’ve been crowned Independent Production Company of the Year (Audio Production Awards) and Charity of the Year (Third Sector Awards). We’ve also been nominated for a string of British Podcast Awards.

We’re looking for a Fundraising Manager to deliver on our trusts and grants fundraising priorities and secure income to support our work. This is a remote role with some occasional travel required.

You will work strategically with the senior management team to deliver the right funding for the right projects.

Reporting to the Director of Development, you will be responsible for investigating, researching and making approaches for new funding as well as maintaining and developing existing relationships to ensure future support.

Ours is an organisation unlike any other, and we’re particularly interested in hearing from candidates from under-represented backgrounds and from people who have lived experience of the criminal justice system. 

Candidates will need experience of delivering £300,000+ p.a. in grant funding and will have excellent relationship management skills, both in-person and online, and with a portfolio of existing partners.

We’re a driven, tight-knit team working in what can be a challenging, exhilarating world, and you will be motivated by the knowledge that your work has the potential to make a real difference.

Deadline for applications: Friday 26th August 2022.

Beyond is a small charity that has experienced a sharp growth in the last two years in awareness and need. We aim to improve the mental health of young people in the UK and award grants to mental health initiatives or educational settings to support their young communities. This recent growth is testament to the urgency of the youth mental health crisis and our fundraising capacity needs to catch up. 

We are looking for a hard working, results driven Fundraising Manager who is able to communicate our charity’s purpose and values effectively including but not limited to; eradicating racism that is so often a contributor of poor mental health, campaigning for LGBTQ+ rights and raising the voices of the voiceless and marginalised. 

As our fundraising manager, you will work closely with the Head of Operations and our external fundraising consultant to deliver on an ambitious fundraising strategy to raise circa £200 000 from major donors and/or trusts and foundations over the course of the year:

• Write compelling applications to funders to generate income for projects that support the strategic goals of Beyond

• Conduct prospect research to identify and cultivate key trusts and foundations, statutory and corporate partnerships, and major donor relationships.

• Support the SLT to develop and maintain relationships with existing and new funders.

• Ensure reporting requirements are met and that funders are kept informed of how their support has enabled the charity to continue its work.

• Carry out other duties appropriate to the post as requested by the Head of Fundraising

• Maintaining existing donor and supporter relationships to maximise income and ensure long-term funding relationships;

• Developing and maintaining supporter database, ensuring that records are up to date, complete and stored and used in compliance with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements;

• Attend fundraising and other events as required (this may involve some weekend and evening work)

This role is full-time (flexible to suit the needs of the successful candidate) and remote though some in person opportunities will be available at times.

We welcome written, audio and video applications.

Salary: £41 000 per annum

Note: This post is currently funded for one year. We then plan to seek further funding to extend it.

We are excited to launch our search for our next Finance Manager. 

About Rethinking Economics International

Rethinking Economics (RE) is an international network working to build better Economics in society and the classroom. Our vision is of economies which serve people and the planet. Our purpose is to build a diverse movement of people who challenge, interrogate, and renew the practice, teaching and application of economics. 

We started as a student movement in 2012 and have since grown to become a registered charity with an eight-person staff team. Through a mixture of campaigning, events and projects, we support over 120 student groups in 30 countries around the world, who work alongside thousands of supportive members of the public.

Due to the nature of our network, the Finance Manager will be responsible for supporting our network team by making international payments to the 30 countries where we have student groups. We distribute funds to these groups for events, activities and general expenses.

What we’re looking for

We are looking for someone methodical, systematic, good at problem solving, and who has a high level of accuracy in their work. You will manage your time effectively and will work with team members in a way that is time efficient for both you and them.

You will be able to manage the day-to-day finances of the organisation through our Xero accountancy system. You will ensure payments are made promptly through our bank (Triodos) and our other platforms of payment (e.g., PayPal, Pleo virtual card system and international transfer platforms such as Wise and MoneyGram). You will also raise invoices and ensure all our payments from grant givers are paid promptly.

We also want someone who can look at our current processes to develop them, so they are more streamlined, effective and reflect good accounting practice.

In addition, we want someone who can create and interpret budgets, including the organisational budget, and manage the reporting for grant budgets.

You will be proactive and driven, with strong analytical, communication and skills as well as a desire to tackle new challenges.

You do not have to be based in the UK, but you do need to have a good understanding of UK accountancy, and what is expected for the Charity Commission with regards to the annual report and accounts. Our accounts are currently independently prepared by WYCAS, and we are not yet at te threshold for a full audit.

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion

We are committed to providing equality and fairness for all and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, racialised identity, ethnic origin, colour, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, mental health, religion or age. We encourage and celebrate the different qualities that our colleagues, and others we work with, bring to our work. And we believe that seeing things from a wide range of different perspectives helps us to resolve problems, adapt our approaches and develop as an organisation. We want to bring greater diversity to our team and we’re keen to hear what you think you’ll bring from your own background and experience (beyond your professional skills and knowledge).

Before you apply, please visit our website for the full job role, and information about the key skills and experience we are looking for in our candidates for this role.

Who are we?

​Recently named one of the Third Sector's ‘Best Charities to Work For’, we are committed to moving further, faster to accelerate change for everyone affected by a brain tumour. Brain tumours kill more children and adults under 40 in the UK than any other cancer. We know that a cure can’t wait. By recruiting a team that ‘can’, we can and will find one sooner.

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Our exciting job role!

Would you like to make a big impact by using your creative communication skills to build and nurture relationships with our major donors in the UK and overseas? We're looking for someone to join our friendly and enthusiastic Philanthropy team, with an appetite to learn and develop the skills required to excel in this rewarding field.

You'll use your excellent writing skills to write engaging and heartfelt thank you letters, fundraising proposals and information briefing packs, and help this highly successful team to increase major gifts and philanthropic giving to The Brain Tumour Charity.

This role is full time - 37.5 hours, with some out of hours working. While contracted to our office in Fleet, Hampshire, our team supports a blend of office and home working provided you have adequate broadband and IT capability, with an average of 2-3 days in the office each week

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Key accountabilities

• With support from the Philanthropy Manager, manage a small portfolio of current donors ensuring they receive the highest level of stewardship, engagement and impact reporting.
• Write authentic, thoughtful and eloquent thank you letters and emails as well as preparing innovative methods of thanking donors that are inspiring, considerate and appropriate Calling donors to thank as required
• Assist the Philanthropy Manager in the design, development and implementation of a Philanthropy webpage within the Charity’s website
• Contribute in developing bespoke, creative and inspiring donor engagement plans to include updates, reports, invitations to events, marking significant dates, demonstrating the impact of their support, acknowledgement and recognition as appropriate
•  Draft briefing documents for the Philanthropy Manager, Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships, the Senior Leadership Team and / or Trustees prior to meeting with a donor or prospect
• Confidently liaise across all teams within The Charity.
• Collaborate frequently with Individual Giving, Corporate, Research, Trusts and Foundations, Events, Customer Experience, the Support and Information team, and the Prospect Researcher
• Actively seek cultivation opportunities to inspire prospects to support The Charity, working towards an agreed and achievable acquisition KPI
• Create and maintain timely and accurate donor records on Salesforce CRM and become the subject matter expert at using Salesforce reports, Power BI and dashboards to enhance the work of the Philanthropy team 
• Provide support for Major Donor events to the wider Philanthropy and Partnerships team
• Triage enquiries to the Philanthropy and Partnerships inbox

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What we'd like from you:

We'd like you to use your enthusiasm, your warm and engaging personality and your excellent written communication skills to inspire our donors. You'll be confident with Microsoft Office applications, be GDPR savvy, and have a real desire to make a difference for those affected by a brain tumour.

If this is for you, we’d love to hear from you!

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What we'd like to give you:

​You’ll be joining a pioneering, passionate, collaborative and smart team of individuals connected by a passion to make a real difference. While we face tough challenges along the way, we nurture an inspiring, fun and positive team environment where you feel valued for being you – the real you. We'll also give you:

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- Benchmarked salary c.£29,000 (dependent on level)

- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

- Generous pension contribution*

- Life assurance cover*

- Employee Assistance Programme

- Opportunities to volunteer at our internal events and activities and work with our amazing community

- Plus a brilliant culture to work in, a great team and lots of fun (and cake!)

*subject to qualifying criteria

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How to apply to join our amazing team:

 Please apply by clicking the blue ‘apply’ button above, which will take you to our online application system where you can download the full job description and apply for the role. We know it's a bit long-winded but it allows us to carefully consider and monitor all applications.

You'll need to attach your CV and a supporting statement explaining why you want the role, what you would bring to the team and how your skillset and experience will enable us to make a real impact for those affected by brain tumours.

The Brain Tumour Charity particularly encourages applications from minority ethnic groups and underrepresented communities.

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Advert close date: 7 September 2022

First interview date and location: TBC over Zoom

Second interview date and location: TBC at our office in Fleet

Please note, early applications are encouraged and interviews will commence before the closing date if and when suitable candidates are identified.

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More about us:

Visit our website careers pages to find out more about our culture and what it’s like to be part of our amazing team. You should also check out our YouTube channel too.

Did you know that we were ranked 11th Best Charity to Work For 2020 by Third Sector? Oh yes, and crowned Third Sector’s Charity of the Year in 2018? Not to mention we have won a variety of other awards and have been ranked a top global organisation by renowned management consultants McKinsey! While we’re not boasting, we are particularly proud that our HeadSmart campaign scooped the NHS Innovation Award, a Third Sector Excellence Award, and a Charity Times Award and we've also won Best Charity Partnership Award (well, maybe we’re boasting a little bit!).

We process your data in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulation. For full details, please read our privacy policy for job applicants.Save

Hunter Merrifield are pleased to work with a fantastic children’s research charity to find a Trusts and Statutory Manager lead on the delivery of a robust portfolio of Trusts and foundations, to support statutory funding bids, and support the wider Partnerships team on corporate grants and foundations.

Job Title: Trusts and Statutory Manager

Organisation: Children’s Research charity

Salary: £39,000 - £42,000

Contract: Permanent (4-5 days a week)

Location: Home based

Closing date: Monday 22nd August 2022

Required: CV

The Trusts & Statutory Fundraising Manager is a key role that will enable their ambition to diversify and grow income over the next five years. The challenge for this exciting position is to deliver and develop a relatively new income stream for the charity that is long term and sustainable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for Trust project pipeline across Trusts, Foundations (including corporate) and statutory, across the UK, home nations and regional. Developed with attention to unrestricted opportunities.
• Responsible for Trusts and Statutory budget, reporting on monthly, quarterly and annual KPIs, and monitoring and evaluating against ROI.
• Responsible for developing monitoring system to track restricted grants and project development with relevant colleagues and Finance team.
• Ensure necessary process and templates are in place to ensure projects are captured, packaged and costed, adapted to cross-selling thematically not just by project.
• Produce an annual sector analysis of Trust sector
• Build relationships, multiyear partnerships and income from existing trusts and foundations and strong stewardship involving members of the senior leadership team

Person Specification:

• Experience of developing and implementing a Trusts fundraising strategy including income from lottery and statutory sources with a creative and entrepreneurial approach to income development
• Proven record of personally securing minimum five-figure grants from Trusts, Statutory and other grant-making bodies
• Strong project planning and financial management skills, including planning, forecasting, modelling and performance analysis, and ability to understand project budgets
• Experience in senior relationship management and of influencing trust personnel
• Ability to establish and lead on a collaborative approach with ability to communicate complex issues in writing and person, in an engaging and relevant manner

This role is perfect for an experienced Trust Fundraiser looking to take responsibility of the income stream, with the support of a very experienced line manager. If you wish to join a charity who are growing fast, and you enjoy a fast-paced environment with a lot of flexibility – then do get in touch.

To find out more and to apply, please contact Stuart Milliner at Hunter Merrifield.

Along with the charity we want to practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. 

About LMK

Good relationships shape our health and happiness, yet we are taught so little about them. LMK is a registered education charity (1191149) on a mission to change that. We run workshops educating young people about healthy and unhealthy behaviours, so that they can avoid abuse and thrive in relationships. 

Using film and guided discussions, our workshop leaders support teenagers in honest conversations about relationships and leave them better equipped to spot the early warning signs of abuse and inspire them to enjoy healthy, fulfilling relationships.We explore the 10 signs of healthy and unhealthy relationships and include practical lessons young people want to learn about (covering topics like consent, pornography and sharing explicit images) and we practice scenarios in a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment. 

LMK is a fast-growing, exciting charity and in just two years since its founding has worked with over 3,000 teenagers across 10 London boroughs, successfully raising £300,000 to fund our workshops, principally through grants and trusts.

Job Description

LMK is looking for a creative and dynamic social media manager to drive forward its communications across all social media channels, with the aim of increasing LMK’s brand awareness and reach. The successful candidate would be responsible for developing LMK’s brand online from start to finish – including strategy, creation, execution and evaluation. They will have a substantial, proven track record of successful social media campaigns and developing and sustaining brands in a fast-growing organisation.They will be highly organised, creative and bring excellent communication skills, as well as the ability to inspire others about their work.

In this role, you will be required to interpret the charity’s programme priorities into workable social media campaigns and appeals, predominantly creating content yourself, but commissioning bespoke assets from other providers where appropriate. This means you must understand and be able to communicate with a variety of audiences, including young people (aged 11-24 yrs) and partner organisations (schools, youth groups, sports clubs and faith groups), to develop creative content that is relatable, relevant and accessible to them. 

Joining the team at a moment of expansion, the Social Media Manager would help fuel our growth as well as providing valuable thought leadership to the charity’s senior managers and Board of Trustees, helping them expand into new areas and deepen relationships with key stakeholders. Additionally, you will work collaboratively to develop digital fundraising appeals and acquire new supporters. Finally, the Social Media Manager will be passionate about the work that we do creating a prevention programme against domestic violence, relationship abuse and sexual assault for young people in London.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop a social media strategy that supports the charity’s delivery plans, including targets to increase brand awareness and engagement 
• Develop, launch and manage creative and engaging social media campaigns and appeals.
• Create and distribute compelling graphic, video and written content to support proactive social 
• media campaigns as well as managing day to day reactive social media engagements (responding to social media posts, developing discussions and responding to comments on each of our accounts). 
• Strong digital marketing skills including experience of paid-for and organic acquisition and an understanding of SEO 
• Ensure brand consistency across all social media channels, while appealing to a variety of audiences (including young people, educators, partner organisations, parents and funders.) 
• Grow and expand LMK’s social media presence into new platforms (Tik Tok, YouTube) plus expand existing presence on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn. 
• Deliver forward planning and scheduling of posts using Hootsuite, Asana or equivalent 
• Research and monitor activity of other organisations in the sector to look for collaboration opportunities and contribute to the topical news agenda – sharing and commenting on other organisations’ content as needed.
• Form key relationships with influencers across social media platforms 
• Monitor, track, analyse and report on social media platforms using tools like Google Analytics and Facebook, and recommend improvements to increase performance. 
• Analyse the long-term needs of LMK’s social media strategy and offer quarterly reports to the senior team that outline any necessary changes to the marketing plan.
• Manage a budget for social media activities including hiring external creative agencies where appropriate. 
• Educate other staff on the use of social media and promote its use 
• Support the Head of Fundraising in applying for social media and digital grants to further your work

Essential Skills:

• A strong commitment to young people, and an appreciation of why relationship education is vital for health and happiness. 
• Previous experience of managing social media channels to achieve specified outcomesagainst acquisition and conversion targets
• A proven track record of creating the right voice, deepening brand awareness and achieving engagement (building communities) with different audiences across social media channels including TikTik, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter using tools like Canva, MixCaptions, Amara etc. 
• Organisational skills – employing tactics to manage your own workload and any suppliers hired to create content. 
• Ability to manage projects from scratch including drafting proposals and plans (objectives, timelines, budget management etc) through to completion. 
• Strong written communication skills and excellent attention to detail 
• Copywriting and editing skills suitable for each platform, from knowing how to write a successful tweet to using effective storytelling techniques.
• An appreciation of the power of language- the nuances and sensitivities needed to communicate around issues like rape, sexual assault, abuse, gender identity, sexuality etc
• Applicants must have a ‘start-up mentality’ – self-motivated, comfortable with change and collaborative. 
• Able to build meaningful relationships with a variety of people both internally and externally. 
• Motivated by working for an organisation with a strong social purpose. 
• Able to work in a way that celebrates diversity, upholds LMK values and respects everyone LMK interacts with (including volunteers, staff members, stakeholders and workshop participants). 
• Excellent team working, collaboration and people skills in particular the ability to articulate ideas to colleagues and senior management 
• Excited at the prospect of playing a vital role in LMK’s growth across London.
• A knowledge of the VAWG sector, Education sector or working with young people would be preferable, although not essential.

CPD and Safeguarding

• Hold a DBS certificate or be willing to let us run a check.
• Be willing to comply with our policies and procedures relating to child protection, confidentiality and data protection.

To apply

To apply for this position, please forward a CV together with a one page covering letter. Deadline for application – 31st August 2022.

LMK strives to create a fair and healthy environment where all our colleagues feel valued and able to be their authentic selves at work. We understand that our people have commitments and personal interests outside of work and so we create a flexible working environment, in which people can perform at their best.

LMK values the differences that a diverse workforce brings and is committed to inclusivity.We welcome applicants of any race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, sexuality or any other protected characteristic.

We can make reasonable adjustments throughout the application process and on the job. Please let us know, by contacting us separately if you need any adjustments or changes to be made during the recruitment process because of a disability or long-term health condition

The Data, Impact and Evaluation Manager is an exciting new role that will be responsible for driving forward growth and innovation across the organisation by instilling a data driven approach to all of our strategic objectives and interventions.

You will have a clear understanding of how to manage and execute multiple high quality research and data analysis projects, and will be an excellent communicator to effectively tell the story of our impact and drive engagement amongst our stakeholders.

You will be team-orientated with a commitment to supporting all members of the organisation to deliver the best possible impact and outcomes for our young people through a data-centered approach. You will have a talent for simplifying complex processes and onboarding colleagues on to new systems and processes, as well as being an continual advocate for best data handling practices.

We want to hear from people who can passionately represent the interests of the diverse young people that we serve. We are not asking for particular qualifications. We don’t care what school you went to or what your parents do for work. We care about your character, your skills, your potential and your love of data. If you can see yourself making an impact in our organisation, we want to hear from you. 

Duties and responsibilities:

This role will report to the Head of Operations but work across the programmes, development, and operations team. The Data, Impact and Evaluation Manager role will be responsible for:

Impact & evaluation strategy and planning

• Developing an impact and evaluation strategy that supports our organisation’s mission and supports our growth towards our five year strategy.

• Creating, managing and working with all teams to deliver an annual calendar of insights, monitoring and evaluation projects and reporting.

• Project planning the implementation and onboarding of new systems and integrations to improve our data handling and analysis.

Making effective use of data, evaluation and insights

• Work with our programmes team and impact committee to design and implement effective monitoring and evaluation of our interventions to drive continuous improvement and greater impact for our young people.

• Ensure consistency and validation of data across programmes and teams to enable us to capture accurate longitudinal data and monitor the long-term impact of our interventions.

• Provide insight to our beneficiaries to better support our programmes’ delivery and engagement.

• Carry out prospect research to better understand the communities we support, the challenges they face and steer our interventions to support those most in need.

• Scan the horizon to ensure we stay ahead of the curve and better understand trends and opportunities in the STEM sector for our young people.

• Deliver insightful and timely reporting on In2scienceUK activities to key stakeholders, including effectively managing reporting requirements to our donors and funders.

• Work with the communications team to develop a suite of tools that can be used for external marketing, including data on the issues we are addressing, impact insights and success stories.

• Contribute data and insights for blogs, socials and PR to facilitate our advocacy efforts to improve social mobility in STEM.

• Build capacity within the teams to improve their collection, analysis and use of data and evidence to inform decisions.

Systems ownership and integration 

• Support the development, continuous improvement and maintenance of our databases and CRM systems to enhance In2scienceUK’s operations, including automation of processes where appropriate.

• Identify opportunities for systems integration and improvement where possible, with a particular focus on improving accessibility to participant and impact data. This will include working directly with external suppliers and implementation partners where necessary.

• Support mapping and documentation of protocols and processes for data handling, storing and data sharing both within the organisation and with select partners and external suppliers, ensuring we remain compliant.

• Champion, develop and maintain a good data management culture, ensuring all staff play their part in effective data management.

• Act as a point of contact for data related enquiries and issues, ensuring to stay up to date with the latest data protection legislation, policies and guidance.

As duties and responsibilities change, the job description will be reviewed and amended in consultation with the post holder. The postholder will carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by the line manager.​​

Person specification:

• Commitment to our vision, mission and values.

• Passionate about data and what it can offer.

• Proven expertise in data management, evaluation and impact reporting.

• Up to date knowledge on latest legislation and policies regarding data protection and processing within the UK.

• Proven experience of implementing, administering and maintaining data systems and services.

• Ability to balance long term strategic needs and immediate operational and programme needs.

• Experience of documenting processes and policies and communicating these effectively to all stakeholders.

• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to form positive relationships with colleagues with a wide range of backgrounds, knowledge and skills.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex data and processes simply and with impact.

• Experience of working on varied and competing projects, with the ability to adapt and prioritise where necessary.

Trusts & Foundations Fundraising Manager

Camp Mohawk is a small charity with a dedicated team that supports over 1,000 young people with special needs and their families. We receive no statutory funding and rely on the generosity of our many donors and supporters to carry out vital and desperately needed work. 

We are looking for an experienced Trusts & Foundations Fundraising Manager to join our team on a permanent, part time basis to take responsibility for income generation from grants and trusts, as well as assisting our Corporate & Community Fundraising Manager when required. Charitable trusts and foundations provide around 70% of annual  income for Camp Mohawk. We have an established portfolio of funding relationships that require stewardship, as well as needing to constantly seek out new trusts and funds to which we can apply.

We are looking for someone committed to, and passionate about, our work. You'll need great communication and research skills plus careful attention to detail and enjoy making and developing relationships with funders.

Reporting to the Project Manager you will:-

• Familiarise yourself with the projects and services Camp Mohawk provides, the challenges faced by those accessing our services and our projects address those challenges

• Work closely with the Project Manager and other Project Coordinators as they prepare annual project, core and capital project budgets to ensure they can be clearly and consistently communicated to current and potential funders.

• Lead on researching and applying to potential new trusts and foundations for funding for Camp Mohawk’s core costs, specific revenue and capital projects. Maintain an accurate record of applications made vs. funds received and when future applications can be made.

• Steward the current portfolio of Trust and Foundation funders. Maintain accurate records for each funder, ensuring prompt thanking and grant acknowledgement requirements are followed, and reporting provided at least to meet the requirements of each funding organisation and preferably go beyond.

• Work closely with the Corporate & Community Fundraising Manager to develop an annual Fundraising Plan for each financial year, maximising all potential income streams; Trusts, Corporate, Community and Individual Giving - small to major donations - to meet the annual income target.

• Provide the book keeper and Project Manager with all relevant information relating to incoming donations & reporting requirements to ensure funds are spent according to funder requirements and appropriate financial evidence is collected.

• Work closely with Project Manager and Project Coordinators to ensure appropriate service user feedback is collected and reported as required. Lead the development & collation of the annual registered family survey in consultation with the Project Manager.

• Be prepared to help the Corporate & Community Fundraising Manager in maintaining existing local individual donor relationships and fostering new links and opportunities including attending local fundraising events, networking meetings and other funding related events as required

• Support the Corporate & Community Fundraising Manager in making written applications to companies and community groups.

Person specification below. Working hours are entirely flexible and can be worked from home or in the office (office space is limited). Occasional evening and weekend work may be required for local fundraising events.

Salary £30,514 FTE (approximately 24 hours / week dependent on candidate but open to discussion)

Please submit your CV, together with a covering letter clearly stating how your skills and experience are a good match for the role as described in the person specification.

Person Specification - Trusts Fundraiser

Candidates will be expected to meet all essential attributes (listed as (E)) and the majority of desirable (D) attributes.

Skills and Abilities

Excellent communication skills (E)

Highly organised, with excellent prioritisation and time management skills (E)

IT literate and competent in Microsoft applications (E)

Capable of working to targets, and meeting deadlines (E)

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision / support (E)

Experience

Proven experience researching funding opportunities and writing compelling applications for support (E)

Experience of generating annual income in excess of £100k (D)

Experience of delivering presentations to varied audiences (D)

Fundraising experience in the field of disability (D)

Fundraising experience in a small charity (D)

Knowledge

Knowledge of research tools available for finding new funding opportunities (E)

Knowledge of the issues facing families, and individuals, affected by disability (D)

Knowledge of funding opportunities that support disability and children / young people (D)

Experience with database applications, such as Salesforce, for managing funding related data (D)

Personal Attributes and Other Requirements

Has own transport (D) and willing to travel to networking events / meetings (E)

Good interpersonal skills and the ability to relate well to adults, children and young people (E)

Positive support for the aims and work of Camp Mohawk (E)

Able to act as Ambassador for the Charity in the promotion of its work (E)

Willing to undertake further courses/training in the enhancement of the role (E)

Commitment to work within the policies of Camp Mohawk (E)

Are you looking for a job where you are in control of the work you do, have life balance and the flexibility and freedom to achieve results?

Are you looking for new energy and a new challenge?

Newark & Sherwood CVS (NSCVS) & Rushcliffe CVS (RCVS) are looking for a Business Development Manager (working title you get to choose your own!) to develop a Partnership which will support our communities to grow and thrive.

Some of the things you’ll be doing:

• Creating and Developing the project
• Working with stakeholders to help shape the project
• Delivering solutions to meet community need
• Developing more effective and sustainable services

We’re interested in your ability not your qualifications; whatever your background e.g. NHS, Local Authority, VCSE we would love to hear from you if you can demonstrate:

• Working at both a strategic level & operational level
• Partnership Development experience with the skills to motivate stakeholders to get involved
• An understanding of the issues affecting communities at a local and national level

Closing date: We will keep the post open until we’ve recruited and will be viewing applications as they come in.

Prospectus is excited to be working exclusively with Community Integrated Care to help them recruit for a Fundraising Manager to join their team. Community Integrated Care is one of the UK's largest health and social care charities that has partnerships with Manchester City FC, the recent UEFA Women's Euro's and other leading brands. They work in the community, enriching the lives of people with many different care needs.

This role is offered on a full-time permanent basis paying around £36,000 per annum, with flexible hybrid working arrangements at any of their national offices (can be based full time from home).

We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis so please do submit your CV as soon as possible if you are interested.

Reporting into the Director of Partnerships and Communities and supported by a skilled team, the post holder will lead the charity's efforts to create new opportunities through grants, corporate donations, and community fundraising. The post holder will be empowered to suggest their own innovative ideas that will enhance the impact for the charity. They will be responsible for identifying and securing this investment, through winning grants, corporate giving and in-kind support, and fundraising.

They are looking for someone with a demonstratable track record in identifying, securing, and managing funding from trusts, foundations and/or corporates. The ideal candidate will be someone who is commercially minded with great creativity, strong bid writing skills, and the ability to make a positive impact on projects.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process then please contact Adam Allnutt at Prospectus.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you.

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.