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Location: London WC1H (We operate hybrid, flexible working practices with 40% of your time per month being office based)

Join the ACU as Research and Evaluation Manager and use your experience of managing and evaluating programmes to help us build a better world through international collaboration in higher education. 

The ACU offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the higher education sector. We are one of the largest, most diverse international university networks, bringing together over 500 universities in 50 countries. Championing the power of higher education to improve lives, we support our members – and our people – in contributing to sustainable development across the Commonwealth and beyond.

The role

As the Research and Evaluation Manager, you will manage the ACU’s overall contribution to the AU EU International Research Consortium (IRC). The IRC is a new bi-continental platform for Food and Nutrition Security and Sustainable Agriculture (FNSSA). It was launched in 2022 and is closely linked to the main policy process of the AU-EU cooperation on Research and Innovation- the High-Level Policy Dialogue (HLPD). The implementation of the FNSSA Roadmap is expected to be improved through the IRC platform which is aiming to provide a long-term and sustainable governance and funding mechanisms, and a knowledge management and communication system that will inform policy makers and other major FNSSA actors.

The ACU is one of the founding organisations of the IRC. The role holder will be responsible for partnership management and the development and implementation of the Monitoring and Evaluation Frameworks for two Horizon Europe funded programmes which will be contributing to the establishment and maintenance of the IRC.

Key tasks will include developing participatory monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) frameworks, data collection and analysis systems as well as project management including reporting to Horizon Europe programme coordinators based at the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) in Ghana.

Who are we looking for?

The role of Research and Evaluation Manager will require experience in developing participatory monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) frameworks, data collection and analysis systems. As well as a good understanding of the research and innovation landscape of food and nutrition security as well as sustainable agriculture in Africa and Europe.

You will need:

• Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) skills in the context of sustainable agriculture and food security, including design of framework, data collection tools, and analysis.

• Research impact analysis skills.

• Administrative and interpersonal skills including verbal and written communications.

• Experience of managing internationally based projects and stakeholders.

• Excellent relationship management skills.

• Working in large international multi-level partnerships.

What to expect:

We see equality, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our mission and we value the many different perspectives that people from all backgrounds bring to our collective performance (you can find more about our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and safeguarding on our website). We believe in investing in all our people and creating cultures in which everyone can thrive.

We offer a fantastic package of benefits including:

• 27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays (pro rata - part time employees) and 4 Christmas closure days

• Generous pension scheme – 5% employee contribution, 10% employer contribution 

• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave

• Significant investment into your personal and professional development

• Regular social activities

• Health and wellbeing programmes

• Give as you earn charitable donations scheme

• Cycle to work scheme

• Interest-free travel season ticket loan

How to apply:

Click on the apply button to visit our recruitment portal, submitting your CV (maximum 2 pages) and online application form (maximum 1000 words) outlining how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the criteria for the role. Please include your motivation for applying.

Closing date: 1st July 2024

Interviews will take place from 5th July 2024

If we receive sufficient applications before the closing date, interviews may take place earlier, so you are encouraged to apply early.

Interviews will take place virtually or in person.

About the PVRI
We’re a small charity with a global reach and an important purpose: to reduce the burden of pulmonary vascular disease (PVD) - a serious condition that can lead to heart damage and trigger symptoms like breathlessness, chest pain, fatigue, poor growth, fainting, and light-headedness. PVD can reduce both quality of life and length of life, but it isn’t widely recognised or well-understood.

Our aim is to improve clinical care, education, and PVD research. To do this, we bring together an international network of thousands of clinicians, scientists, academics, and industry partners supported by our small team based in Bermondsey, London. Together, we deliver conferences, e-learning, and an academic journal, raise awareness of PVD, and encourage collaboration in research.

About the role
We are seeking a Marketing Officer to help grow and service the charity's international membership, increase the value of our membership offer, increase our income, and deliver our e-learning programmes. You’ll help ensure our members are informed about the latest developments and learning opportunities, and they’re valued for their contributions to the PVRI. No two days are the same. One day, you might be writing content for our website and social media channels, and the next, you might be welcoming respected speakers and attendees from over 30 countries to our scientific webinar.

We are looking for someone with excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail. You’ll need to create successful marketing plans and grow our membership. You will also bring excellent organizational skills and the ability to coordinate high-quality webinars.

If this sounds like you, we can’t wait to hear from you!

What we can offer
We offer a 35-hour working week and flexible working, a positive learning culture, international travel, and opportunities for you to learn and grow in your role. And for those who prefer hybrid working, we’re based in a vibrant, sociable office space close to London Bridge and Borough Market. You will need to be able to travel to London for the occasional meeting.

The PVRI celebrates diversity and is committed to equality and inclusion in our recruitment practices and ways of working. If you’re excited about our mission and can bring talent and enthusiasm to our cause, we’d love to hear from you.

How to apply
To apply for the role, please send us your CV and a supporting statement (max 850 words) outlining what you could bring to the role and referencing the Person Specification. Please send these, together with the Equalities Monitoring Form to Katie Corris by 09:00 on Wednesday 19 June.
 

PVRI is a Registered Charity, number 1127115

Stories and Media Officer

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced storyteller to show the impact of live music in healthcare through the voices of the charity’s diverse community. This could be people who have experienced the live music, their family members, health and care staff, musicians or other stakeholders.

The Stories and Media Officer will be skilled at telling stories in different ways for a variety of audiences and channels. They will demonstrate human connection and the power of music to create special moments and memories.

This is a remote, part-time role, offering some amazing benefits!

Position: Stories and Media Officer

Location: Remote (UK Wide)

Hours: Part time, 22.5 to 26 hours per week

Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 pro rata, per annum

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Tuesday 25 June

Interviews: Thursday 4 July via Zoom

The Role

You will build trust with people the charity is sharing a story on behalf of and foster lasting relationships. You will manage media contacts, seeking out relevant opportunities in the press and work with partners on features.

Main duties and responsibilities include:

• Lead on storytelling - writing effective and powerful stories to meet the needs of different functions, including fundraising materials, direct marketing, social media, sector reports and events, press opportunities, website features and publications.
• Attend live music experiences to conduct interviews and facilitate photography/filming etc
• Proactively identify and propose opportunities where stories can support and amplify the work of the charity, increasing awareness and supporting fundraising and impact reporting.
• Work within the communications team to facilitate social media and video content
• Manage a database of stories, case studies and quotes

About You

You will have experience of working across organisations to gather powerful and impactful stories and of building and maintaining relationships with different stakeholders. You will have a proven track record of successfully selling stories into local media and of managing stories in a database, including measuring and reporting on campaign performance.

Why join the team?

You will be offered on the job training and support for your development alongside other fantastic benefits:

• Opportunity to work your hours flexibly
• 35 days annual leave per year (pro rata) including the opportunity to take most bank holidays when you choose
• Employer pension contribution of up to 6%
• Employee assistance programme
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Budget for personal development and training
• Positive organisation culture with a firm understanding of supporting remote (hybrid) teams
• Opportunity to help share live music with people who may not otherwise get to experience it.  

When applying for this role you will be asked to submit a CV and Covering letter of no more than 2 sides of A4.

About the Organisation

The charity seeks to share joy through live music with people receiving care or treatment in healthcare settings across the UK, including those who are vulnerable, the elderly, those with dementia and in critical care.

Skilled musicians are carefully selected through a process of audition. Sessions are tailored to the both the setting and the audience to ensure that they can reach and connect people, encourage communication and meaningful interactions and evoke emotions and memories to make people feel good one tune at a time.

The successful applicants will require a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) or equivalent check.

The charity is committed to becoming an organisation that reflects society and promotes diversity and inclusion, and would particularly welcome applications from people who are currently under-represented, including disabled people and those from Black, Asian and other minority ethnic communities.

You may have experience in areas such as Media, Stories, Content, Communications, Digital, Marketing, Marketing and Communications, Digital Marketing, Digital Communications, Media and Content, Content Creator, Media Officer, Stories Officer, Content Officer, Communications Officer, Digital Officer, Marketing Officer, Marketing and Communications Officer, Digital Marketing Officer, Digital Communications Officer, Fundraising, Media and Content Officer, Journalist.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Provision of Administrative Services for Grant Giving Trust

Two interesting and innovative family trusts, one charitable, the other a radical grantmaker unrestricted by charitable status, seek administrative support to field applications, prepare papers for three trustees' meetings a year, minute these meetings and handle follow-up. 

The post is self-employed paying up to £30 per hour, averaging 28 hours per month (so earning in the region of £850 pm), but is concentrated around the meetings. 

Helpful to be based conveniently for meetings in London, but not essential as Zoom can be used. As this is a self-employed post it will be within your own choosing how, when and where you undertake the required work.

Administrative efficiency and good time-management are paramount and IT skills essential but wider interest, involvement and opinions are welcome.

The closing date is 30/06/2024 at midnight.

As the Institute’s Fundraising Manager you will play a pivotal role in securing the financial resources necessary to support the Institute’s strategic initiatives and operations, as well as maintaining the relationships and communities that drive long term funding. Working closely with the Institute’s Executive Leadership and board, you will be responsible for executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy from mixed funding sources – government, philanthropic and corporate - engaging with funders, and building lasting relationships with stakeholders to maximise funding opportunities.

Alongside being active in direct engagement with funders, you will lead on the underlying processes and systems that drive successful fundraising, creating and maintaining rigorous process management, record-keeping and CRM use, funder research and meeting preparation, and supporting the senior team in creating relationships that last. You will work to make the best of the Institute’s varied and committed networks and ensure that the communities around the Institute are engaged in our work, and excited to contribute. 

Harnessing the Institute’s powerful networks across mainstream financial services impact investing, social investment, philanthropy and government you will be a key figure in securing the resourcing that underpins a dynamic new chapter of the Institute’s five-year strategy.

Key responsibilities & skills development opportunities: 

Fundraising Strategy and Implementation 

• Implement a robust fundraising strategy aligned with the Institute's mission and goals.

• Create and manage annual fundraising plans with clear targets and KPIs. 

• Identify and outreach to potential funding sources, including foundations, corporations and government. 

• Enable and support senior leadership, board and wider team to engage with potential funders, setting them up for success. 

Donor Engagement and Relationship Management 

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with existing donors, ensuring they are engaged and informed about the impact of their contributions. 

• Identify and approach new potential donors, providing compelling cases for support. 

• Working closely with our events capability organise and manage donor events, meetings, and communications. 

Proposal Development and Grant Management 

• Lead the development of high-quality proposals and grant applications working closely with leadership and programme colleagues.

• Monitor and report on the progress of fundraising, providing regular updates to senior management and the board. 

• Monitor and report on the progress of grants, working with project managers and leadership to ensure grant deliverables are achieved on time 

Collaboration and Team Leadership 

• Work closely with the Executive Director, and team members across the organisation to align fundraising efforts with strategic and programmatic priorities. 

• Coordinate with the communications and events team to develop engaging materials and events to support fundraising efforts. 

• Be supportive of creating a collaborative and inclusive working environment, supporting key Institute-wide commitments on DEI. 

Data Management and Reporting 

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of fundraising activities, donor interactions, and financial contributions. 

• Prepare detailed reports on fundraising performance, donor engagement, and financial targets. 

• Maintain CRM systems to be up to date, and utilize systems to manage donor information and track fundraising metrics. 

• Ensure that the Institute complies with laws, regulations and best practice relating to fundraising including, but not limited to, those specified by the Fundraising Regulator in its Code of Conduct and GDPR. 

Essential Qualifications and Experience: 

• Proven experience in fundraising preferably within the non-profit sector. 

• Interest and enthusiasm for the impact investing sector. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive proposals and presentations. 

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. 

• Proficiency in using CRM systems. 

Desirable Skills and Attributes: 

• Experience in securing large multi-year grants. 

• Demonstrated success in securing significant funding from diverse sources. 

• Strong understanding of the impact investing landscape and its funding dynamics. 

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant field (e.g., business, finance, communications). 

• Communications, marketing and events experience.

Personal Attributes: 

• Commitment to the mission and values of the Impact Investing Institute. 

• Strategic thinker with a proactive and results-oriented approach.

• Entrepreneurial self-starter who can take the initiative and “own” a project from start to finish. 

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion. 

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Highly proactive and a strong team player and relationship manager, able to galvanise collaboration internally and externally. 

• Excellent inter-personal and relationship-building skills: comfortable and adept working with senior stakeholders. 

• Committed to the belief that finance can be a force for positive change in society and that mainstream financial institutions have the opportunity to generate positive social impact.  

Join the award winning Independent Society of Musicians

Central London  - Knowledge Hub & Resources Manager

Part Time (4 days per week) and Permanent – Circa £38K pro rata

The award-winning ISM is the dynamic, change making professional membership body for musicians. With a current membership of over 11,000 the ISM is known for its campaigning work as well as services to musicians ranging from legal support and representation to counselling and professional development.

The ISM is now looking for a Knowledge Hub & Resources Manager who will create, manage and deliver the ISM Group’s resources and professional development offering across a range of platforms including digital and print. This is a key part of what the ISM offers to its members and the wider music sector and it is vital that resources are relevant and of the highest quality. You will be an excellent writer and a brilliant communicator of sometimes complex information with a lively interest in all things which affect the lives of musicians. You will have a positive attitude, a keen attention to detail and the ability to handle competing deadlines.

You will be joining a professional staff team who are based in Bayswater, London. The role is four days per week of which at least two will be in the office.

For a full job description for this role please visit the ISM website and vacancies section

To apply please send a CV and covering letter saying why you are right the person for the job.

Closing date is Tuesday 25 June at 9.30am. Interviews will take place face-to-face and applications generated by AI will not be considered.

The Fundraising Officer at the Childhood Eye Cancer Trust (CHECT) supports a wide range of the charity’s activities, including but not limited to, helping to develop and grow income from individual donors with a focus on developing strong relationships with donors and families; as well as assisting with CHECT’s overall admin and operations.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about helping families affected by retinoblastoma and shares our values to increase awareness through communications and appeals, expanding our social media and website content and supporting our exciting fundraising efforts.

You will have a high level of autonomy and will be given the opportunity to develop new ideas in a role that is varied and flexible. 

Key Objectives of the role:

• To assist the Fundraising Manager on the organisation of events primarily mass participation events
• To assist the Fundraising Manager in providing excellent stewardship to all of CHECT’s supporters
• Management of the fundraising inbox, social media and regular email and telephone communications
• To provide admin and communication support to the wider CHECT team, monitoring the info@inbox and collecting and sending office post

What we offer:

• Small friendly team which allows for greater autonomy, collaborative and agile working
• Enhanced sickness and maternity policies
• Hybrid working between our London office and home
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• TOIL for any evening or weekend work

We will be reviewing applications and interviewing on an ongoing basis.

For more information on the role, including the job description, click on our recruitment pack.

Posted on: 20th May 2024

Closing date: 19th June 2024

Place of work: Remote, with regular monthly travel to Central London for events and meetings 

This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary, strategic and experienced leader from the charity sector to lead our efforts to provide media, communications and digital skills training and other support for charities, secure more funding and in-kind support for our work, and develop our relationships with relevant stakeholders including other charities, infrastructure organisations like NCVO, government bodies, and trusts and foundations. 

You will bring a strong understanding of the communications challenges that charities face as well as demonstrable expertise in communications training and capacity-building for charities, innovative programme design, securing grant income and other forms of funding, and working with multiple stakeholders. 

This role would suit someone with deep knowledge and experience of the UK charity sector combined with a strong interest in the latest media and communications trends and applications.

We are looking for a thought-leader who is confident about speaking at conferences and events and using social media to raise awareness about Media Trust and our work.

Key responsibilities 

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement strategies and new initiatives to drive growth and innovation in the range of charity services (paid and un-paid) we currently provide, drawing on sectoral insights and taking a user-led approach as much as possible. 

• Programme Oversight & Line Management: Manage the delivery to a very high standard of all our charity capacity-building and training programmes, including being a highly effective line manager for our team of dedicated charity services programme managers. 

• Grant Writing and Income Generation: Develop funding proposals and grant applications to secure new and repeat funding support for Media Trust's charity programmes and activities and lead the development team in meeting income targets through paid for training for clients including charities and funders. 

• Partnership Development: Forge effective partnerships with relevant stakeholders including other charities, infrastructure bodies like NCVO, ACEVO and The Heritage Alliance, as well as delivery partners including Equally Ours and Climate Outreach, government bodies, and trusts and foundations. 

• Representation: Represent Media Trust at charity sector and other conferences and other events and on social media, to raise awareness about Media Trust and our work. 

What we are looking for in you 

• Senior Leadership Experience: Proven track record of senior leadership in the charity sector, ideally at an infrastructure or membership organisation, including line management experience and responsibility for managing budgets. 

• Training & Capacity Building Programme Expertise: Demonstrated expertise in designing, delivering and measuring the impact of training and other capacity-building programmes for charities and under-represented communities, ideally by strengthening their media, communications and/or digital skills. 

• Business Development: Demonstrated expertise in designing and pitching for paid for training and other services. 

• Grant Writing Experience: Strong grant writing skills with a successful history of securing funding from diverse sources including government grants, trusts and foundations, and corporates. 

• Charity Sector Knowledge: A strong understanding of the communications challenges charities are facing and what interventions are working/not working. 

• Knowledge of Media & Comms Trends and Applicability to Charities: Knowledge of the latest media and communications trends and how we can work with our industry partners to ensure charities are accessing and using emerging platforms, applications, etc. 

• Confidence in Public Speaking & Using Social Media: Experience of speaking at conferences and other public events and facilitating training for a large group. You will also be confident about using your social media profile to raise awareness about Media Trust and our work.

• Outstanding Communication Skills: Very strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively, with the ability to adapt tone and approach for different stakeholders. 

• Commitment to Equality & Inclusion: Deep commitment to Media Trust's mission and values and a passion for social justice. 

The above job description is a guide to the work you may be required to undertake but does not form part of your contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances. 

We are happy to make reasonable adjustments for applicants who need additional support at any stage of the recruitment process – please just get in touch to discuss.

Purpose of role

To manage the annual programme of the PPA psychoanalytic psychotherapy qualifying training and the Advanced Clinical Course. To promote and grow the trainings. To manage the budget and collect and report on performance management data. To track all trainees’ progress, to ensure the smooth running of all elements of the teaching provision and to liaise and work in collaboration with the PPA training committee (TC), curriculum committee (CC), selection committee (SC) and post graduate committee (PGC).

Accountable to

The post will be line managed by the office manager will be accountable to and work in close collaboration with the committees of the PPA.

Key responsibilities

1) To oversee and manage the delivery of the annual programme of the PPA trainings in collaboration with the TC and PGC.

a) Booking clinical, theory and group seminar leaders in collaboration with TC and PGC.

b) In liaison with the Director of Marketing, Communications and Engagement place adverts for supervisors, teachers, and group leaders as appropriate.

c) Ensure that trainees and TC have an up-to-date list of Training Analysts, Training Supervisors and Approved Therapists

d) Room booking for all aspects of the programme.

e) Annual review, update and production of handbooks and all written materials for course.

f) Collaboration with the library to track reading list production.

g) To be the first point of contact in cases of emergency.

h) To collect, collate and report on trainee feedback.

2) To oversee the annual trainee selection for the trainings.

a) To be the first point of contact for potential applicants, giving out appropriate information about the trainings and passing appropriate inquiries onto the training advisors.

b) To liaise with interviewers and arrange trainee selection interviews.

c) To attend selection week/day process.

d) Collate information on the number of applicants and successful candidates and report to TC.

3) To support the TC in the monitoring and management of trainees’ progress throughout their training.

a) To record which tutors have been assigned to trainees in collaboration with training committee.

b) To receive monthly updates from training tutors, collate and report to TC as required.

c) To manage collection and evaluation of all feedback from trainees and seminar leaders and send as appropriate to the training committee.

d) To find readers and markers for final clinical papers and arrange dates for reading ins.

4) To promote and grow the trainings.

a) In collaboration with the Director of Marketing, Comms & Engagement to develop and implement a marketing plan for PPA trainings.

b) To work with the Events Officer to promote the trainings at bpf open days.

c) To liaise with the PPA newsletter editor to ensure the production and circulation of the newsletter and to communicate with the Membership Officer about any PPA items for the bpf newsletter.

d) Ensure consistent messaging about PPA trainings across internal and external communications.

e) To have oversight of the cycle of reaccreditation with the BPC.

5) To ensure effective administrative and financial management of PPA trainings.

a) To take lead on ensuring all communication with trainees is up to date including collection of fees, sending out handbooks, curriculums, all training materials, and dates.

b) To work with the Director of Corporate Services to oversee and maintain budgetary control of both trainings.

c) To work with the Director of Corporate Services to provide management reporting data.

d) To collect and report on data collection of protected characteristics.

e) To provide budget updates to the training committee.

f) To recommend and implement improvements to PPA training admin systems and processes.

g) To manage all payments from trainees and to teaching staff.

6) To work with all PPA committees to maintain the functioning and growth of the PPA association.

a) To attend TC meetings, PGC meetings, bpf Heads of Trainings meetings and any other meetings to ensure the smooth running of the committees and clear communication between committee members.

b) Organise and oversee the termly PPA reading group and other social events in collaboration with the Events Officer.

c) Encourage and grow PPA members’ events in collaboration with the Membership and Engagement Officer.

7) General

a) Any other activities deemed appropriate by the CEO and Office Manager.

b) Supporting office colleagues with other trainings when necessary.

c) Working collaboratively with the whole bpf staff to ensure the smooth running of all bpf training and membership activities.

d) Being part of the office duty system.

e) Adhere to bpf policies and procedures.

This job description is intended as a guide and is not an exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities of this role. Such duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility entailed.

This job description and person specification may be subject to review from time to time in conjunction with the postholder.

Person specification

Qualifications

Good level of general education.

Experience

· Significant experience in an administration role, preferably in a client/customer-facing role, and ideally in a training, education, or membership environment.

· Knowledge of higher education or professional healthcare training, in relation to psychotherapy or counselling desirable.

· Experience of managing budgets desirable but not essential.

· Knowledge of financial and invoicing procedures desirable but not essential.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to compose communications to a wide range of professionals, and to take accurate minutes.

· Good general computer literacy including competency in Microsoft Office, databases, Zoom and Microsoft Teams, and the ability to be self-supporting.

· Able to understand the complexities of working in a membership organisation.

· Excellent organisational and time management skills.

· Able to work independently and be proactively as well as able to exercise judgement about when to draw on colleagues’ expertise and ask for assistance.

· Methodical with good attention to detail.

· Able to use initiative and continue to think under pressure when faced with sensitive interactions.

· Ability and commitment to maintain strict confidentiality.

Praxis is a dynamic, award-winning human rights charity. We have 40 years of experience working with migrant communities in London. Our immigration advice service offers support to more than 2,000 people each year. Praxis provides a safe space and support through immigration advice and support to access services such as housing and health. We run peer support groups that build social networks and confidence. Together with people with lived experience, Praxis campaigns for a compassionate and humane immigration system where no one is discriminated against based on their immigration status, race, or class.

To support our continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Senior Trusts and Statutory Fundraising Officer to join our small yet dynamic Fundraising team to help grow our income through Charitable Trusts and Foundations and from Statutory bodies. This is an exciting time to join the organisation as we look to build a future of excellent frontline services and influential lived experience led campaigning. 

You will play an integral role in delivering on generating income to pursue our strategic priorities, managing high-value Trusts and Statutory relationships, joining a dynamic and ambitious organisation with exciting opportunities for fundraisers to contribute to growth and development.

In this role you will:

· Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of £50k+ prospects, working with fundraising and operational colleagues to develop high-value, strategic and multi-year opportunities.

• Prepare and submit compelling funding applications to trusts and foundations and other grant making bodies to grow income.

· Account manages key Trusts & Statutory funders, leading on the development of impact reports, and ensuring a bespoke and memorable stewardship experience by developing plans for key funders.

We are looking for the below skills and experience:

• Excellent written communication skills, with evidence of creating bespoke written proposals and reports for Trusts and Foundations and Statutory grant making bodies.
• A strong track record of building and managing a pipeline of high-value trusts prospects, with a proactive, new-business focused outlook.

• A results-oriented mindset with a commitment to meeting and exceeding fundraising targets
• An interest and commitment to migrant and race justice and inclusion

See the Person Specification and Job Description for more detail. 

Our Attractive Benefits Package Includes 

· A 35-hour working week including flexible working hours (pro rata for part time posts)

· A hybrid work model 

· 25 days annual leave, increasing annually to the maximum 30 days (plus paid Bank Holidays) 

· Option to buy up to 3 days annual leave each year.

· 1-day additional birthday leave

· A defined contribution pension scheme 

· Our employee assistance programme offers counselling and support for you 24/7. 

· A season ticket loan to help you spread the cost of your commute. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applications from those with lived experience of migration, and from diverse applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital/civil partnership status, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy/maternity leave status. 

Please see our website to find out more about our work.

For further details, please contact Gjori Langeland Head of Fundraising and Communications.

To apply, send us your CV and cover letter demonstrating your capabilities in relation to each of the points of the person specification. Where relevant use your answers to illustrate how your competencies have helped you to achieve positive results. This will give you the best possible chance to be shortlisted. 

If you would like to speak to someone about any adjustments or have any questions, please contact us and we will be in touch with you to make the necessary arrangements.

Closing Date: 5 pm 19th June 2024

Interviews will be held week commencing 1st July

A fantastic opportunity has arisen at Mile End Climbing Wall for Marketing and Events Manager.

Mile End Climbing Wall (MECW) is the trading name of the charity Development through Challenge (DtC).

Development through Challenge started life as a charity called North London Rescue Commando (NLRC), set up when London was at threat of flood. They moved to the current site from North London, where they had started as a small water sports centre. In the mid-1980s a change in focus led to the formation of Mile End Climbing Wall. It became the climbing wall in London and one of the first climbing walls in England. In 1997 NLRC changed its name to Development through Challenge.

Since then, we have been providing East London and UK climbing communities with high quality climbing and associated facilities that are available to everyone regardless of ability to pay, physical ability, or skill-level. We organise training and challenges that improve people’s wellbeing.

Responsible to the Operations Manager, this position will work with the Senior Managers, Trustees and CEO, to deliver the strategic plan for marketing and communications and manage their operational implementation - including on and offline campaigns, internal and external communications, publications, digital activities, events and PR to raise awareness of brand and reputation and maximise customer and community engagement.

The position will be responsible for the line management of a p/t social media content creator.

Location: Mile End Climbing Wall, E3

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (full time)

This is a position to:

· Deliver the overall marketing and communications strategic plan for Mile End Climbing Wall (MECW) and Development through Challenge DtC).

· Lead on the development of the MECW and DtC brand positions with the DtC CEO and MECW senior management team, retaining a strong visual identity and advocate our external profile and reputation.

· Lead on conceptualising and executing diverse events, from local climbing competitions to virtual campaigns, playing a pivotal role in fostering a vibrant and engaged community. 

This role will involve weekend and evening work from time to time, as it requires attending events taking place at The Wall, as well as attending Board meetings when needed. Extra points if you have climbing experience/ knowledge!

What can we offer?

• Competitive salary
• Enhanced sick leave
• Free climbing for you and a PLUS ONE (including gym access)
• Discounted sauna entry
• Employee Assistance programme, including in-person counselling
• Training, learning and development opportunities

We reserve the right to close the recruitment process before the above date if the right candidate comes along early in the process.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women, people of colour and people with disabilities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single requirement. At Development through Challenge we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace therefore if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!

Much of our work is with children and adults at risk of abuse and as such we follow rigorous child protection policies and procedures in our recruitment process. As a result, this role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from joining us as an employee; this will depend on the circumstances of any offences.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Junior CRM & System Administrator to manage the configuration and operation of our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. This role involves ensuring the CRM is optimized for data integrity, user efficiency, and effective communication with members and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of CRM systems, be comfortable with data management, and possess strong organisational and communication skills. Experience of CiviCRM is highly desirable.

About Open Age:

Open Age was established in 1993 and we’re now celebrating 30 years of championing an active life for older people. Each week we run a wide range of activities for older people from our own three centres, online and over 60 other community venues. From boxing to ballet, baking to blogging - Open Age’s array of activities improves the physical and mental wellbeing of our members.

What you get in return

You will be working in a passionate and enthusiastic team with a strong vision and ambition in striving to enrich the lives of older people.

We offer 25 days leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays and 1 extra day off for your Birthday and office closure over Christmas.

Employer and employee contribution to pension in line with auto-enrolment pension requirement, 3% employer contribution

Hybrid working, offering a flexible combination of office and home-based working.

Access to the Cycle to Work Scheme through salary sacrifice.

We are London Healthy Workplace Award accredited and proactively invest in the health and wellbeing of employees supporting fair employment practices and a better workplace. 

Regular staff social events.

Training opportunities.

Results UK Job Description: Parliamentary Advocacy Coordinator (Education)

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Key terms and conditions

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​Salary: £27,770

Contract type: 1 year

Hours: Full time - 35 hours per week

Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays. Staff additionally get a day off on their birthday and our office is closed between Christmas and New Year.

Pension: Employee contributions to pension are matched 1:1 by Results up to a maximum of 5% of gross salary.

Benefits: Cycle scheme, interest free travel card loan and Employee Access Programme

Line Manager: Senior Policy & Parliamentary Advocacy Officer (Education)

Location: Results UK works hybridly with most staff coming into the office 2 days a week but other working patterns are possible. Our office is in Millbank Tower, London, SW1P 4QP.

Starting date: This role is available from 1st July 2024.

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About Results UK

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Results’ mission is to work with others to create the public and political will to end poverty, by enabling people to exercise their personal and political power for change.​

Internationally, we work with Results organisations in the US, Canada, Australia and Japan, and in education we work with partners through the Global Campaign for Education, the Foundational Learning Hub, and the Privatisation in Education and Human Rights Consortium. Results UK believes the building blocks of the end of poverty can be most simply articulated as “health, education, economic opportunities, and citizen voice”. These are the things that all people, wherever they live, need and have a right to.

Across all our issues, our aims are to mobilise resources, change policy, and create the public and political will that will bring about change.

About the International Parliamentary Network for Education

The International Parliamentary Network for Education (IPNEd) helps mobilise the political leadership necessary to accelerate quality education for all.

The Network consists of parliamentarians from around the world who are committed to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 4 - Quality Education - through increasing the funding, access and equity of education globally.

At IPNEd, we support parliamentarians to work individually and in partnership with other members of parliament to accelerate the achievement of SDG 4..

The IPNEd Secretariat is hosted by Results UK.

The Secretariat acts independently and reports to the Network’s Global Executive Committee, all of whom are parliamentarians.

Role description

The Parliamentary Advocacy Coordinator (Education) will work with both organisations, providing crucial support to the Results UK Education and IPNEd Teams. We are looking for someone who will be proactive, efficient and flexible in supporting our parliamentary advocacy work both in the UK and globally. Having a can-do attitude that includes the more administrative aspects of the role is essential. This post will provide good opportunities for developing project management and advocacy skills; an understanding of key international development issues; and experience of working with Parliaments and parliamentarians in the UK and globally.

We are looking for candidates with an interest in and passion for international development and education to address poverty, inequality and oppression.

Key responsibilities

Supporting the work of the Results UK education and IPNEd teams​

• Providing administrative support to the Results UK Education and IPNEd Teams and ensuring the smooth-running of internal processes that support the teams’ work, for example: contributing to the maintenance of the contact management systems and databases; supporting monitoring, learning and evaluation processes; tracking and communicating impact; engaging with external providers (e.g. report designers); managing procurement of translation services for events and meetings.
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• Supporting political analysis for Results UK and IPNEd education teams to identify parliamentarians to work with as members of the All Party Parliamentary Group for Global Education in the UK and the IPNEd global network.
• Assisting with advocacy strategy  planning and implementation, for example: attending coalition meetings and identifying key opportunities to influence decision-makers.

• Assisting with organisation of virtual and in-person parliamentary events, including leading on logistical details and assisting in developing project plans and schedules.

• Project assistance and development, for example: assisting with briefings or delegation planning.

• Keeping up to date with current affairs that relate to Results UK and IPNEd’s work. In terms of Results UK, keeping up to date with UK politics and parliamentary affairs with a focus on global education. In terms of IPNEd, keeping up to date with international affairs relating to global education, with a focus on the role of parliamentarians in these issues. Identify parliamentary opportunities including parliamentary questions, debates and other advocacy opportunities.

Communications and media

• Support Results UK communications and contribute to activity and contribute content to Results UK’s website, blog and social media to help achieve our organisational objectives and strengthen our brand presence.

• Managing the APPG on Global Education Twitter Page and supporting APPG newsletters.

• Creating and sharing communications content for IPNEd including: social media content for  Twitter and LinkedIn; contributing to the IPNEd website; sending out communications to the network and writing content for the monthly IPNEd newsletter.

Working across the whole of Results UK

• Working with the Grassroots and Communications Team to ensure maximum impact between the relationships our grassroots campaigners build with their local MPs, and the Education Team’s advocacy work.

• Representing Results UK and/or IPNEd as required at meetings with coalitions or partner organisations.

Person specification

Essential criteria
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Skills and experience
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• Experience of working with parliamentarians, public affairs, campaigning or advocacy work in either a paid or voluntary environment.

• Strong interpersonal skills, an ability to quickly strike a rapport with people from diverse backgrounds.

• Experience providing logistical/administrative support to organise and operate meetings and events.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.

• Computer literacy.

• Willingness and flexibility to work across a range of tasks and activities as needed by the Results UK Education and IPNED teams.

• Experience of using social media and producing communications materials in a professional context, either in a paid or voluntary environment.

• A willingness to pick up the phone, both to contact others and to be the first point of contact with callers.

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Personal attributes

• Passion for politics, international development, and/or education.

• Self-starting, highly organised, and able to manage multiple tasks.

• Ability to respond flexibly to changing priorities, and to both set and work to deadlines.

• A good team worker who enjoys supporting other members of a team and working together for common objectives.

• Good written and spoken English.

• Willingness to work across the political spectrum  as part of a politically neutral organisation and to engage enthusiastically with parliamentarians from all political parties.

• Confident and willing to initiate contact and discussion with parliamentarians and their supporting staff.

• Willingness and ability to travel outside the UK.

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Desirable criteria

• Knowledge of the workings of the Parliaments, in particular the UK Parliaments and experience working in international development.

• Knowledge of the key issues facing education in a global context.

• Knowledge of Salesforce or other content management systems.

• Ability to speak a second UN language: French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Mandarin.​

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Personal attributes​

• A self-starter, who is highly organised with strong attention to detail and comfortable working with a high degree of autonomy.

• A commitment to anti-oppression and challenging your own thinking and biases.

• An ability to respond flexibly to changing priorities, and to stick to deadlines.

• A team player who enjoys supporting other team members towards common objectives.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Willingness and ability to travel within and outside the UK, as required.

• An interest in working collaboratively with global partners and learning from their experiences as well as sharing your own.​

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Why work for Results and IPNEd​

Like you, we're passionate about ending poverty. We’re a small, collaborative organisation that has a big impact. We just do advocacy - we don’t run programmes. The experience you gain with us sets you up for a career in international development. Below are a few of the benefits of joining us, in addition to the salary, pension and annual leave outlines at the top of this document.

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Work-life balance​

• We offer flexible working so you can manage work around your own needs.

• Hybrid working means you don’t have to be trapped in a long commute every day and don’t have to be London based.

• Staff members have their birthdays off as a bonus day of leave and we close the office between Christmas and new year so you don’t need to take leave.

• We subscribe to the Bupa employee advice line – free confidential access to financial and legal advisors as well as telephone and online counselling sessions.

• In addition we run training on mental health at work and have named mental health first aiders who can be contacted in confidence if you would like help finding support.

• All staff have the opportunity to join working groups outside of their work areas according to their interests and are encouraged to pursue professional development opportunities.

• Our staff wellbeing team explores how we can improve our staff wellbeing  - most recently publishing a comprehensive guide - and reviews what we have done to date.

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Anti-oppression​

• We offer half a day’s anti-oppression learning leave each year

• As well as making reasonable adjustments, we support our staff in making applications to the Access to Work scheme to get additional equipment where needed.

• We offer disability leave for disabled colleagues to manage specific needs they may have without having to give up their holidays.

• We have a staff working group on anti-oppression which helps to develop our work on anti-oppression and identify gaps in our current work.

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Partnerships​

• Results UK hosts three other organisations, including IPNEd, working on specific aspects of global health and education, so you benefit from other perspectives and get an in-depth understanding of other work going on in the sector.

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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion​

At Results UK, we believe in equality, diversity and inclusion, and that these should be the norm. As well as this being an issue of equality and fairness, we recognise that diverse and inclusive organisations are some of the most productive and impactful.

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As an organisation, we are aware of the under-representation of certain groups and communities in the international development sector that are often closest to the issues we work on. These include - but are certainly not limited to - people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) communities, refugees, people with disabilities and people from lower socio-economic backgrounds.​

We want to change this and are committed to playing our part as an organisation. As a committed equal opportunities employer, we actively welcome applications from people of a wide range of backgrounds, skills and abilities, recognising the value that these different perspectives bring to our organisation.

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How to apply​

To apply for this job please submit a CV demonstrating your previous experience and answer the questions outlined below via our online application system. 

Deadline for applications is midnight on Wednesday 26th July 2024.

Interviews will be held on Friday 28th June/Monday 1st July 2024 .

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All candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK. If you are made an offer of employment, this will be subject to verifying that you are eligible to work in the UK before you start work.​

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Shortlisting questions

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You will be asked to answer the following questions as part of the application process.

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What motivates you about this role, and working on international development and global education in particular?

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Working collaboratively is an essential part of this role. What do you think are the most important things for building and maintaining successful relationships with colleagues?

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If you were briefing a member of parliament on a key issue in global education, how would you ensure your communication was clear and persuasive?

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What does the term anti-oppression mean to you? Feel free to reflect on your personal experiences of anti-oppression if you would like to do so.

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About This Job

ACCT UK launched its new name and brand in 2021 and we are now seeking a highly motivated Marketing Manager to continue the delivery of our engagement programme. We are looking for you to bring enthusiasm, personal credibility, discretion and sensitivity in promoting the charity to its beneficiaries and a wide range of stakeholder groups.

As ACCT UK’s Marketing Manager, you will be key to helping the wider community to understand our charity and how it is distinct from the Army Cadets, a youth organisation we are closely linked to.

This is a rewarding and flexible role. The position is a permanent full time post (40 hours per week) which can be either home or office based. The successful applicant will be required to travel occasionally.  The full time starting annual salary for this post is £34,190.73.

Our charity

ACCT UK is a national youth charity dedicated to improving the life chances of young people. We want to ensure that every young person has the opportunity to learn new skills, build confidence and be inspired through their Army Cadet experience. We want to develop the youth leadership and training abilities of adult volunteers in the Army Cadets.

Working alongside our strategic partner, the British Army, we help young people to access cadet activity with the Army Cadets through a range of activities including fundraising, grant making, developing new resources and direct support to the Army Cadets.

We strongly believe that everyone benefits when you help young people to develop their character and values through activities that stretch and challenge them. We also know that when young people engage with others at a range of levels in their communities it builds confidence and improves empathy for other’s lives.

Who we are

You will enjoy being part of our small, friendly team who work very happily together. By joining ACCT UK you will help us to reach more young people and make a greater difference and we look forward to working with you. We actively promote learning and encourage you to explore ideas that improve all aspects of the charity’s work in pursuit of its charitable aims.

What we can offer you

In addition to your salary we offer all staff:

· Flexible working arrangements (you agree a working pattern with your line manager).

· The ability to work both from home and from our London office.

· Personal Accident Insurance, including loss of earnings cover and death benefit.

· 15 days of sick pay in any 12-month period (after 12 months employment - pro-rata for part time staff).

· A contributory pension scheme (you contribute at least 5% and we will contribute 10%).

· 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff).

· Additional privilege leave on set days each year, such as between Christmas and New Year (pro-rata for part time staff).

· An additional five days of volunteering leave (pro-rata for part time staff).

· Access to Care Firsts employee assistance programme.

· Support for qualifications and personal development.

· Reimbursement of the cost of a Railcard subject to eligibility.

· Season ticket loan.

· A caring and supportive team environment.

How to apply

Please send a covering letter that details how you meet the requirements of the job specification along with a CV. Your completed application should be sent by 2359 hrs Sunday 23rd June 2024.

Interviews will take place during the week commencing Monday 1st July 2024 in person at our London office. Please note that as a charity dedicated to improving the lives of young people we require staff to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check and will follow up references.