Communication assistant jobs near Edinburgh, Scotland

About You

Are you creative and strategic?

Can you combine compelling narrative with great design?

Are you self-directed and also a great team player?

Do you have a strong track record in marketing and communications?

About OneSpirit Interfaith Foundation:

Founded in London in 1996, the OneSpirit Interfaith Foundation is a UK educational charity offering training to open-hearted adults exploring interfaith ministry, spiritual leadership, sacred activism, ritual, spiritual counselling, and the world's many faith paths.  We join in the awakening of an inclusive global spirituality, in ourselves and in the world, through educating and enabling adults to serve people of all faiths in our diverse communities. 

Main purpose and responsibilities

You’ll be responsible for the development, implementation, and coordination of OneSpirit’s marketing & communications strategy to increase our reach. You’ll be promoting our training programmes and our professional register of ministers, and will be managing OneSpirit websites, social media presence, and advertising campaigns.

Scope of the job

We’re a small, fully home working, team who are passionate about working towards the awakening of an inclusive global spirituality, through educating and enabling adults to serve people of all faiths, and none.

OneSpirit Interfaith Foundation operates across the UK and Ireland. You will report to the Executive Director and will be working in close liaison with other staff and teaching faculty. This is a home-working post requiring a fast broadband connection and a space suitable to use as a home office. All staff are expected to provide their own IT equipment including a computer suitable for the demands of the role.

How to Apply:

For details on how to apply, please see the additional information document provided. 

We are scheduling interviews as applications come in and will appoint as soon as we have identified a suitable candidate, so if you feel you are the right person for this role, please get in touch – we’d love to hear from you.

Civitas Recruitment are proud to be partnering with a great charity that is positive about older age and committed to fighting loneliness so that people can have social lives and friendship groups however old they are. They work together to create better communities and help to enrich the lives of their members by giving them something to look forward to. An exciting opportunity exists for a part time Digital Communications Officer to join the charity. The postholder will plan, build and execute social media advertising campaigns to drive recruitment of guests and volunteers to their nationwide tea party groups and other services. They will also manage existing google ads campaigns and make recommendations for improving SEO on their website and making those changes under the guidance of the digital manager. Home based role, part time 2.5 days a week.

Who are we looking for?

The ideal candidate will have experience managing social media advertising channels across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter and of creating engaging content. You will have broad awareness of best practice and emerging trends in digital and social media, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage a varied workload and work to tight deadlines will also be key to this role. 

If the above role description sounds of interest and you feel like you meet the criteria; please apply immediately or for further information, please contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for a full JD and informal discussion. Early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing on a rolling basis.

Rethinking Security is a network of non-governmental organisations (NGOs), academics and individual activists who have a shared concern about the current approach to national and international security, in the UK and beyond.

The network brings together the following organisations: Campaign Against Arms Trade, Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament, Conciliation Resources, Forces Watch, Medact, Movement for the Abolition of War, Northern Friends Peace Board, Peace Direct, Quaker Peace and Social Witness, Quaker Asylum and Refugee Network, Saferworld, United Nations Association - UK and War on Want, as well as independent practitioners, and academics from a number of universities.

Between 2021 and 2024 we are implementing an exciting three-year project, the Alternative Security Review. We are using this project to radically change the way that UK security policy is generated, towards an approach that promotes peace, human wellbeing and environmental sustainability. Ours is a civil society-led review of the UK’s security strategy that prioritises inclusion, equality, accountability and wellbeing at home, as well as a vision of shared global security and a commitment to the ecological security of our planet.

The person we are looking for will be responsible for:

• Communicating Rethinking Security’s work and the findings of the Alternative Security Review to a wide audience.
• Connecting and engaging the public, media and policy-makers with alternative approaches to security.
• Assisting with the development of Rethinking Security’s policy work, including the drafting of a Human Security Strategy for the UK.

You will have demonstrable engagement with issues of security, which might include academic qualification in a relevant field, such as politics/international relations, peace/conflict studies, human rights, development studies or media/communication studies, or significant paid or voluntary work.  The ability to use and develop media and communications technologies, including social media, websites, blogsites, audio and visual media and the ability to work dynamically with a diverse range of people and organisations and with consensus-based decision-making systems.

About the role

This is a fantastic role for an ambitious communications expert with an excellent eye for detail and who enjoys managing a diverse portfolio of work. You will be at the heart of our ambition to grow THET’s visibility with external stakeholders and communicate across the THET team, Trustees, and supporters.

Here are the top three things we think you can be excited about:

• The autonomy to try out new ideas and build on work which has established THET with an enviable reputation across the NHS, the wider health community, and with partners in low-and middle-income countries.
• The stimulation of working as part of a team that is working across income generation and events, communications, campaigns, and digital transformation, a team that is growing and set to grow further.
• The chance to work with a series of committed existing funders, such as Health Education England and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and with some of the most talented individuals working in healthcare globally.

For more details regarding this role, please access the attached job pack.

How to apply

To apply for this role please send your CV and a cover letter (no longer than one-page) through the link above by midnight on Sunday 4th September 2022.

Interviews will take place in the week commencing 5th September 2022. THET is an equal opportunities employer. This post is UK based. Non-EC nationals will require current and valid permission to work in the UK.

Position: Communications and Campaigns Officer (Scotland)
Type: Full-time (35 hours per week), permanent
Location: Office-based in Edinburgh, Scotland with flexibility to work remotely
Salary: £30,310 - £32,287 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band: Band E1

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

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

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

About this job

This is an exciting, challenging opportunity and ideal for someone looking to build their career in the fast-paced world of charity communications.

Reporting to our Policy, Public Affairs and Campaigns Manager (Scotland), you’ll bring some experience in a communications environment.

But more importantly will be able to demonstrate a passion for working with the media and campaigning to further our cause.

As Communications & Campaigns Officer you’ll need to be motivated, efficient and well organised.

You’ll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day activities of our Policy and Communications team in a range of areas.

In particular sourcing and supporting local and regional press, building media relations, developing social media output, supporting campaigns locally and nationally.

You’ll also assist with general administration for the team and support press and communications work across our Scotland directorate.

About us

We offer 35 days annual leave (pro rata for part time employees) including bank holidays.

We have a range of employee benefits including (but not limited to):

• Flexible and smart working (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us)
• Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave 
• Enhanced family friendly, disability and carer’s leave
• Discounted season ticket loan/pension scheme/Cycle to work scheme/Interest-free emergency loans

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

Right to work in the UK

The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK. If we do offer you employment, you’ll be required to provide documentation to show that you’re eligible to be employed in the UK before starting employment.

The full list of UK visas and permits that grant you the right to work in the UK can be found on the UK government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and will not be in a position to support you with any visa applications you may make. 

Closing date: 9am on Friday 26 August 2022

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We’d be grateful if you could complete the attached equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application.

We’re a Disability Confident Employer. We’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.  We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and/or from ethnic minority backgrounds, where we’re looking to build stronger and better representation among our staff.

As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, the HR team will anonymise your CV and supporting statement before forwarding to the shortlisting panel.

No agencies please.

 Role

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced communication professional with a talent for making complex ideas accessible to wider audiences and with a passion for virtual events and digital media.

We are looking for a candidate who is a strong organizer and multitasker with strong writing and editing skills, expertise in digital media and social media messaging and engagement, experience in virtual event organization and management, and a keen interest in and knowledge of sustainable development issues, including multilateral processes on economic governance that support the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.

Responsibilities

• Working with ELP’s programmatic teams to develop written and visual content that communicates complex policy ideas to broad audiences.
• Ensuring that social media accounts are relevant, timely, and engaging, along with being targeted to the needs and interests of key audiences. This includes developing specific content for social media, targeting key influencers online, and reporting on results on a regular basis.
• Serving as an event organizer and producer for virtual conferences, workshops, and training sessions, from their initial conception to their final execution and related outreach.
• Implementing strategic communications plans for a broad range of projects, reports, and events.
• Using analytics software to monitor, assess, and report on performance and advise on best practices.
• Ensuring brand coherence and compliance with existing IISD communications practices.
• Cultivating and managing relationships with journalists and influencers, with the aim of gaining attention and coverage for research and initiatives in key publications in target geographies.
• Conducting media monitoring on a regular basis for assigned areas of work.
• Tracking current events related to specific workstreams and communicating these to the relevant colleagues, identifying opportunities for further work and/or public engagement.
• Developing and pitching ideas for digital media outputs to team members.
• Maintaining and updating webpages using content management systems (i.e., Drupal, WordPress).
• Assisting in developing stories, infographics, animations, and other content as needed that make IISD's work accessible to expert and non-expert audiences.
• Working with digital images (retouching, resizing, etc.).
• Continuously discovering and sharing new industry best practices to maximize impact.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 4–7 years of relevant professional experience in communications at a public policy-focused organization (think tank, non-governmental organization, government, etc.).
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations, public policy, finance, economics, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated interest in issues related to sustainable development, especially economic issues.
• A high level of computer literacy: must be able to work in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and be familiar with virtual event software, such as Zoom and MS Teams. Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud applications is an asset.
• Proven experience in managing virtual conferences and/or other event types is a strong asset.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills, other languages are an asset.
• Experience and comfort working with online content management systems and website monitoring tools (especially WordPress, Drupal, Google Analytics).
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Self-starter, able to work independently as well as within a team.

Deadline for receiving applications: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the ideal candidate is identified.

Employment Type: Full time

Salary: Based on qualifications and experience

Start Date: ASAP 

Closing Date: Open until filled 

Location: UK (remote)/ candidates in BST or CET locations may also be considered.

Duration: indefinite

Application Procedure 

All submissions must be in English. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request.

Candidates Must Hold Appropriate Work Authorization for the their country of residence.  

Applications will only be accepted through Bamboo HR. 

Please include the following:

• A CV (no longer than two pages)
• A cover letter (one page)
• IISD Voluntary Self-Identification Questionnaire link as below: (optional) or see the attached form 
• All submissions must be in English.

IISD is committed to fostering a more equitable and sustainable world and welcomes candidates who uphold our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

The Scottish Human Rights Commission is an independent public body, accountable to the people of Scotland through the Scottish Parliament.

The Commission acts as a bridge between human rights in Scotland and the international human rights system. It monitors the implementation of international human rights treaties in Scotland, working closely with civil society to gather evidence and produce recommendations for change.

It also acts as a bridge between civil society and the state, working with both to progress understanding, awareness and respect for human rights.

The Commission has a general duty to promote awareness, understanding and respect for all human rights – economic, social, cultural, civil and political – to everyone, everywhere in Scotland, and to encourage best practice in relation to human rights.

The Commission fulfils this duty through education, training, guidance, publications, awareness-raising and research, and by recommending appropriate changes to Scottish law, policy and practice.

The Commission promotes and protects the human rights guaranteed by all the international conventions ratified by the UK.

The Commission also has the powers to:

✚ Conduct inquiries into the policies or practices of Scottish public authorities.

✚ Enter some places of detention as part of an inquiry; and

✚ Intervene in civil court cases where relevant to the promotion of human rights and where the case appears to raise a matter of public interest.

The Commission has undergone several changes recently, including the appointment of a new full-time Chair of the Commission who sits alongside four other part-time Commissioners. An organisational restructure has taken place which has resulted in the Commissioners seeking to appoint three new senior roles to lead the organisation into the future. They are an Executive Director who will lead the Executive Team, a Head of Commission Secretariat and Business Support and a Head of Communications and Engagement. They will be charged with instigating a programme of cultural change and driving the mission, vision, ambition and strategy forward.

The team leader roles report to the Executive Director and we are looking to recruit to two of these roles: The role of the Head of Communications and Engagement has been updated to include a strong emphasis on engagement, which reflects the Commissioner’s determination to raise the profile of the Commission and its work, with a particular emphasis on engaging groups and individuals whose rights have been undermined or are under threat. You will be responsible for developing and delivering a communications strategy that prioritises growing and deepening the knowledge and understanding of Scotland’s citizens about their human rights and which will place specific emphasis on the Commission’s identification of and working alongside marginalised people and groups.

This role requires significant high-level experience of a range of communication and engagement methods. You will bring confidence, excellent presentational skills and abilities to represent the Commission to a range of stakeholders. With a largely new team of Commissioners and a new Executive Director, you will develop and support the confidence and expertise of the Commission’s representatives to engage proactively and confidently with a wide range of stakeholders, especially those with lived experience of their rights being under threat, by introducing and using a range of appropriate media and approaches.

This role offers challenging but exceptional opportunities to use and develop your senior leadership skills and capabilities within a unique organisation driven by a values-led vision of a Scotland which will take action to support the human rights of every citizen. Each role offers a high profile and a fantastic career opportunity with an excellent salary, pension and benefits.

How To Apply

If this falls within your skills set, you passionately believe in the work of The Scottish Human Rights Commission and you think you have what it takes to provide dynamic, effective and successful leadership to the organisation, then please contact us today to get a full candidate pack and job description.

Closing Date: Midday,Tuesday 6th September

Interview Date: 27th September

This search is being conducted exclusively for The Scottish Human Rights Commission by BTA (Bruce Tait Associates). Our leadership team has all worked extensively in and with the voluntary sector and academia and we use this experience to match organisations and individuals to create great appointments.

Deadline: 12pm on Friday 19 Aug

Interviews: Week commencing 22 August 2022 

As our Parliamentary and Policy Assistant you will:  

• Support BIHR’s parliamentary, policy and public affairs work to secure our Human Rights Act and resist the Bill of Rights Bill (better known as the Rights Removal Bill). 
• Conduct initial research and support the drafting of briefings on the Human Rights Act and Rights Removal Bill. 
• Proactively manage BIHR’s diary and engagements with parliamentarians and government officials, including setting up meetings, minutes and follow up actions. 
• Support and represent BIHR at meetings with other civil society groups working to secure the Human Rights Act. 
• Provide general support across BIHR’s human rights policy and practice work as needed, supporting HROs and the Research and Comms Associate. 

We are looking for someone who is:  

• Knowledgeable about our Human Rights Act and European Convention on Human Rights. 
• Informed about public law in the UK and able to accurately analyse and communicate changes to the law and their practical impact.
• Able to communicate about our Human Rights Act and the Rights Removal Bill orally and in writing with a a variety of people, including MPs, peers, members of the public, other NGOs, etc. 
• Self-sufficient and a self-starter with some experience doing parliamentary work ideally, if not, is able to learn quickly and work independently as well as part of a small team.
• Happy to work under pressure and to deadlines in a fast-moving, ever-changing policy environment. 

You can find out more about the role in the Job Description and Person Specification, including further information about BIHR, the main tasks in the role, and the selection criteria and interview process.

Please note

• You must apply using BIHR's application form, as provided on this site or the link to our website. Do not submit a CV / Covering Letter, these will not be considered.
• BIHR is a remote working organisation, with homeworking equipment provided. There is a once-a-month meeting of the whole team in central London (usually the last Monday of the month). Flexi-desk space is also available weekly in central London, on rotation. This role may require some meetings in Westminster and Whitehall, but this can be discussed with the candidates.

Prospectus is delighted to be working Youth Futures Foundation to recruit an Executive Assistant who will play a vital role in supporting the organisation to achieve their mission and deliver their ambitious strategy. The Youth Futures Foundation is an independent, not for profit organisation set up to tackle youth unemployment with a £110 million endowment from the Reclaim Fund. They are looking for bold and impactful ways to help young people find and keep good jobs.

The main responsibilities of this role include being an effective gatekeeper to the CEO and, working with the Company Secretary, to the Chair. You will support the CEO in all aspects of their role; helping to manage time and priorities, coordinate meetings, ensure she is fully prepared with relevant information packs for all meetings and help to follow-up agreed action points. You will also provide diary management, event and communication support to the Chair, coordinate wider internal team meetings, draft agenda's, minute and follow up relevant actions.

To be successful as an Executive Assistant you will have experience supporting at an executive level, be proficient in all MS Office packages including Teams and Sharepoint, have excellent written and verbal communication skills and an ability to build rapport. You will also be able to put people at their ease and sustain productive relationships.

Please note this role can be based at any of their hubs located in London, Birmingham or Leeds and they currently operate a hybrid model of two-days per week in the office and three-days from home. They will also only consider applications from candidates who are available to start work by 5th September.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

In order to apply, simply submit your CV and begin preparing a cover letter explaining why you would make a good fit for the role as you will be asked for one if you are selected for interview. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and arrange for a call to discuss the role further.

The Grant Funding Assistant processes applications from food banks including the awarding and paying of grants to food banks in the Trussell Trust network.  They maintain data on grant applications and awards, for routine processes and for communications with grant applicants. 

Role responsibilities

· To deliver clear, informative and timely communications about the grant funding programme to stakeholders, including to potential and actual grant applicants, and foodbank-facing staff

· To administer efficient recording, processing and reporting of data in relation to grant applications, awards and payments

· To systematically undertake the thorough and prompt checking of new grant applications, including for completeness, eligibility and compliance with guidelines and criteria

· To convey clearly with grant applicants where actions are required, and monitor completion of those actions

· To clearly and promptly inform applicants of the outcome of their grant application

· To provide the finance team with accurate data to ensure timely payment of grants

Person Specification

Technical skills and minimum knowledge:

· Sound experience of using database systems with large data sets (preferably CRM software such as Salesforce)

Behaviours and competencies:

· Demonstrates a commitment to the values of the Trussell Trust

· Role models inclusive behaviours and values

· Demonstrates empathy for people from disadvantaged, marginalised or socially- excluded backgrounds 

· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

· Excellent attention to detail

· Is able to work through challenges in positive and effective ways

· Is able to prioritise workload and work to deadlines

· Has excellent customer service skills

Key Stakeholders

· Food banks

· Area Managers

· Finance

Our Values

The Trussell Trust is a charity that works to end the need for food banks. It is founded on and shaped by Christian principles.

Our values of dignity, justice, compassion and community, are central to all that we do and therefore supports our aim to be an organisation where the diversity of all employees is valued.  We welcome people of all faiths and none and those that are committed to these values.

We recognise that we have under-represented groups within our workforce. As part of our commitment to diversity and equality of opportunity we are actively encouraging applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people who are LGBT+, from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions and those with a lived experience of poverty as well as any other under-represented group in our workforce. We are committed ensuring the safety and protection of our employees from all forms of harm.

Operations and Projects Assistant

Salary/Rate: £26,000 pa (£13,000 pro rata)

Hours: 17.5hrs (0.5 FTE). Ideally 3.5hrs every weekday - times to be agreed with postholder with flexible working hours.

Status: Permanent

Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays (pro rata)

Location: Home-based

Reporting to: Chief Executive

Good at project management? Get a kick out of being highly organised and efficient? Want a different take on office management? We are looking for a part-time Operations and Projects Assistant to make sure our small but lively team works as effectively as possible. Someone who encourages us to maximise the resources at our disposal, who loves it when every day is different and has a can-do attitude.

The role will support the development and delivery of Foyer Federation’s operations and projects as well as the improvement of our internal systems and processes.

This role is excellent for someone who has transferable skills from previous operations, administration or HR roles and would like to move into the youth and homelessness sector.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking a part-time, organised, savvy and highly efficient Operations and Projects Assistant who is eager to join a creative and ambitious organisation at a critical point in our 30-year history. We are looking for someone who gets their kicks from making things run smoothly ‘behind the scenes’ and who loves to help support colleagues to do their job better.

You will be a ruthlessly organised, painstakingly diligent professional with a killer eye for detail. Your administrative and communications skills will be second to none, and you will have a strong knowledge and understanding of the charity sector.

Who We Are

The Foyer Federation is a small, innovative youth charity working to improve the lives of young people who can’t live at home. Since 1992, we have worked with a network of Foyers to inspire, challenge and quality assure approaches to developing the skills and resources young people need to thrive, not just cope.

We believe all young people can shape a successful journey into adulthood if they have access to the right training, contacts and opportunities to invest in their talents. We’re leading a movement of like-minded organisations and individuals who want to improve the prospects of all young people through an asset-based approach, which we call ‘Advantaged Thinking’. We’re committed to working with our network of Foyers and external experts to improve the ‘offer’ for young people.

We are looking for individuals who resonate with our core values: Maverick, Savvy, Authentic, Loving and Brave. 

Role Overview

This role will support the charity's core operations and help ensure the smooth running of the organisation as we grow our staff team and increase our impact. Our staff team and delivery output will be doubling over the next 6 months and as a result we now need a dedicated role primarily to manage the administrative needs of the core charity operations as well as some HR and project assistance. 

You’ll take the lead on matters relating to operations and administration in close liaison with the Chief Executive and the Company Secretary & Executive Assistant. In addition, you will support other staff to effectively deliver our offer to Foyers and young people. You will be confident interacting with a wide range of partners, funders and members, including senior staff by email. 

This is a busy and challenging role within a small, friendly team. You’ll have up-to-date IT skills, a drive to improve efficiency and the creativity to streamline our operations. Being highly organised doesn’t stop you from embracing change and using your initiative to help the charity grow. You’re the kind of person who deviates from the plan if it’ll make things work better.

Duties & Accountabilities:

Core Charity Operations

Oversee the safe and secure organisation and storage of files and folders primarily through G-Suite (as well as any paper based records) ensuring folders and files are easy to find and up to date, managing security settings and promoting good practice.

Maintain a robust database and mailing lists of funders, contractors, freelance workers, volunteers and partners using the White Fuse CRM software.

Develop, maintain and manage effective recruitment processes (alongside the Company Secretary and EA) for advertising, shortlisting, interviewing and appointing staff, consultants and volunteers. 

Oversee the onboarding, induction and off-boarding of staff members.

Oversee the subscriptions and contracts of the charity including insurance, mobile phones, web hosting, IT support and online subscriptions.

Own and maintain key organisational documents.

Developing operational policy and procedure - eg. around IT security and GDPR - and the management and administration of our IT systems, Health and Safety etc.

Project and Team Administrative support

Help plan and take minutes of internal team meetings and relevant external meetings eg with members, key stakeholders etc.

Manage the administrative tools of the charity; supporting staff to access and utilise them effectively including our holiday booking system (Whosoff), Trainline account, Google suite, Microsoft 365, Zoom, CRM system and co-work space membership.

Support the staff team on specific projects, programmes and events providing administrative support when possible.

Assistance for the Chief Executive 

Support the Chief Executive with specific tasks relating to finance, banking, HR and operational administration.

Support the Chief Executive with administrational and other assistance, including diary management and coordination, communications with external people and organisations and other general support.

Support the Chief Executive with email management in periods of busyness or when away from desk for long periods.

Format and proofread documents and collate information for funding proposals and grant reports

General

To apply the Foyer Federation’s policies and procedures and ensure compliance with relevant obligations, including Safeguarding, Health and Safety, Data Protection and Equal Opportunities.

To ensure your own continuing professional development by undergoing training and other activities.

To undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required.

This job description may be amended from time to time, as the needs of the organisation require.

Person Specification - Essential Skills & Capabilities

Highly organised; Able to manage colleagues diaries and support and coordinate busy, varied work schedules and prioritise workload effectively

Great customer service approach: Friendly and solutions focused, with a can do attitude and problem solving skills.

Very strong administrative skills; meticulous attention to detail. Able to produce structured concise meeting minutes and actions

Some working knowledge and understanding of general charity operations and compliance requirements.

Strong communicator with very good professional verbal and written skills

Capable of using various technology platforms (e.g. Microsoft, Apple products,  Zoom, Google suite).

Able to work in a flexible, efficient, resourceful and self-driven manner working remotely using technology to stay engaged with a wide range of stakeholders

Discrete and has respect for confidential information

Committed and passionate about the cause of the charity

Desirable qualities

Good understanding of the UK charity sector and structure

Understanding of supported housing and/or youth services

Experience of working remotely

Strong research and investigative skills to provide information to improve our systems and operations.

Additional notes

This post has no budgetary or line management responsibilities.

The post-holder will be supplied with a company Macbook and phone as well as other equipment to support the role if required.

There is no specific requirement for expertise or experience around finance or HR as we use an outsourced Finance Team for our bookkeeping, management accounts and all other finance needs and we use a specialist HR consultant for specific HR tasks.

To Apply

To apply, download and read the full job description and equal opportunities form. Send your completed form and a copy of your CV to our inbox email address. Please also include a cover letter that outlines your suitability for the role based on the competencies in the job description, and why you want to work for Foyer Federation.

Applications close at 12pm on Tuesday 16th August 2022.

We are looking for a Celebrity and Ambassador Manager to join RNIB.

This role will support the development of building and maintaining relationships with celebrity supporters i.e. high profile talent, influencers, sporting stars and sight loss ambassadors.

What you'll be doing

To manage and maintain existing warm relationships that RNIB currently hold with celebrity talent and ensure they are regularly communicated with and engaged in upcoming activity

To develop and implement a robust ambassador strategy working closely with other teams to target and recruit suitable ambassadors that can help meet cross-organisational objectives.

You will ensure relationships are credible and authentic and help RNIB achieve its vision of a world without barriers for people with sight loss.

Responsibility for securing high profile performers, entertainment and guests for gala events and other key events in the RNIB calendar

What you'll need to succeed in this role

You will have experience within a similar role where you have planned, delivered and manages campaigns involving celebrity supporters.

Experience of developing and implementing an ambassador strategy for previous organisations.

You will have up to date knowledge of celebrity supporters.

Experience pitching media opportunities to journalists and securing celebrity media coverage

In return

We offer a competitive salary, a stimulating and supportive working environment and a benefits package including:

• 26 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays - pro rata), which increase with service
• Excellent pension schemes
• RNIB Rewards - Our employee discounts platform gives you access to offers at over 800 in-store and online retailers
• In-house training and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements - Each new member of staff will be given a laptop to make working flexibly easy

If you would like to apply for this great job opportunity, please review the documents linked below, then select "Apply Online" at the bottom of this page and complete our application form, telling us how you meet the Specialist Skills, Knowledge and Experience criteria (Section 1 of the person specification in the Job Description). Guidance for completion can be found on each page of the application form

We're the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) and we're here for everyone affected by sight loss. Working for us means working for one of the UK's biggest charities, supporting almost two million people living with sight loss in the UK.

RNIB is leading the creation of a world where there are no barriers for people with sight loss. One of our key priorities is to ask people to see sight loss differently, reversing inaccurate perceptions and changing public behaviours so everyone expects equal participation from people with sight loss and the creation of a fully accessible society.

One of our core values is to be led by blind and partially sighted people and we involve our customers in recruitment. Please be advised that your anonymised application may be shared internally with those involved in the recruitment process.

RNIB is committed to equality of opportunity and to promoting and celebrating the diversity of its staff and volunteers. We welcome everyone's contribution and are proud of our status as a Disability Confident Leader. We welcome applications from people with sight loss and talented people from all sections of the community who share our values.

The primary functions of the role are to:

• Be responsible for engaging, inspiring, and developing a new demographic of supporters across the education sector alongside the retention of an existing and loyal supporter base
• Refresh and expand Lepra’s bank of education material, with a specific focus on links to the KS2 and KS3 curriculum
• Work closely with colleagues in India and Bangladesh to develop a “buddy” programme
• Achieve an annual unrestricted income target

The successful candidate will have experience of some of the following; 

• Managing a strong pipeline via telephone, remote, or face to face negotiations to generate fundraising income
• Demonstrable experience of developing meaningful, lasting, and positive relationships to inspire and motivate supporters on a consistent basis
• Strong problem-solving ability and confidence to bring in new ideas and drive them forward
• Use of CRM databases, processing of information and maintaining records

They will be

• Ambitious, self-motivated, and adaptable to make the most of this exciting opportunity
• A self-starter, able to work accurately on own initiative and to tight deadlines in a team environment
• Be able to work in a team and to demonstrate a flexible approach to work
• Able to analyse and act on data
• An effective communicator both verbally and in writing, adapting style to suit the audience, for example supporters, colleagues, partners, NGOs
• Commitment to the principles of the charity sector and values of Lepra

They must be a car owner and be able to use the car for business travel

Amongst our benefits are;

• Contributory pension
• 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Free Life Assurance to four times salary
• Study and professional fees support   
• Cycle Scheme 
• Opportunity to visit our programmes in India & Bangladesh

Please apply with a cover letter and CV. We will start our processes upon receipt of applications and may choose to close the application process early. 

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all sections of society and from applicants who do not meet the full criteria but are looking for a step up in their career. We cannot offer sponsorship so you must have the right to work in the UK. 

The post holder will be responsible for administrational, operational and logistical duties relating to the Cancer Coach service, with particular focus on participant experience. Working in collaboration with the Head of Service to maintain the efficient delivery of our Cancer Coach groups, the role will ensure that all applicants and participants have a well-supported, high quality interaction with the service.

About us

Cancer Support UK is a national charity which provides practical and emotional support to people living with cancer, both during and after the treatment period. We support people with all kinds of cancer across the UK.

We are a collaborative and purpose led organisation that puts our people and those we aim to support at the heart of everything we do.

Cancer Coach is a series of six weekly peer support group sessions held via video call or telephone. Run by our own Cancer Coaches, the sessions take participants through a series of strategies, techniques and exercises, which can help them on their recovery journey.

About you

We are looking for an individual who is experienced in large scale administrative coordination of a busy service, as well as someone who is confident in interacting with service users who feel emotionally vulnerable and may be experiencing emotions such as anxiety and low mood.

You should be well organised, proactive and have strong attention to detail. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator, able to work independently aswell as collaboratively with the wider team and be committed to the aims of Cancer Support UK.

Main duties and Responsibilities

• Management of the Cancer Coach inbox, responding quickly and efficiently to all enquiries, ensuring a high level of service is delivered at all times.
• Management of the participant journey though Cancer Coach, from initial application to completion of group including; assessing applications, sending out booking emails and joining information, sending out pre and post group surveys, monitoring group attendance.
• Assessing suitability of applications to join a support group against group criteria, speaking to applicants on the phone where required and providing signposting where applications are unsuitable.
• Coordinating group scheduling and setup, ensuring bookings are managed efficiently across the group schedule and that groups run smoothly
• Management of all participant records on our CRM system, keeping accurate and up to date records
• Working with the Head of Service to identify and implement process improvements on an ongoing basis to ensure participant experience remains of the highest quality.  
• Provide safeguarding support to participants and volunteers including identifying and recording safeguarding issues and escalating quickly where required
• Provide safeguarding and technical support for daytime and evening groups (evening groups on a rota basis)
• Assisting the Head of Service in collation and co-ordination data and feedback for reporting purposes
• Carrying out other such reasonable duties as may be required.

This job outline is intended to indicate the broad range of responsibilities and requirements of the post.  It is neither exhaustive nor exclusive but, while some variation can be expected in particular duties, the outline is considered to provide a reasonable general description of the post.

Person Specification

 Essential

• Able to demonstrate excellent administrational and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing deadlines.
• Experience of supporting the coordination, administration and delivery of  a large scale support service
• Experience of having conversations with and supporting vulnerable people with a range of emotional support needs
• Experience of keeping and maintaining accurate records  
• I.T literacy including strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365 systems

Desirable (training provided where required)

• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures
• Basic knowledge of cancer types and treatments, an understanding of the common challenges faced during and post diagnosis

Remote working, hybrid working and office based all considered. (Head office - Millbank, London)

Full time (35hrs per week) Monday – Friday

During group cycles (6 week blocks throughout the year) the post holder will be required to work evenings (until 8pm) on a rota basis with other members of the Cancer Coach team. Hours outside of cycles are 9am- 5pm.