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Whitechapel, Greater London (Hybrid)
4.41 miles
£30,234 pa, + £3,358 London Weighting
Full-time
Contract ( 12 Months FTC )
Job description
Citizens UK
Citizens UK is the UK’s biggest, most diverse and most effective people-powered alliance. We bring communities and local organisations together to work on issues that matter; from campaigning for zebra crossings on dangerous roads, to reforming the immigration system, to the Living Wage campaign. We have a track record of winning change through hundreds of local and national campaigns. We know everyday people have the ability to shape the world around them. We believe that through developing local leaders, we can drive nationwide change and create community-led solutions to big and small problems.
South London Citizens
South London Citizens (SLC) is Citizen’s UK second oldest chapter, established in 2004. SLC has over 100 member institutions spread across seven south London boroughs, working together for the common good.
South London Citizens has developed 1000s of local leaders through training and action teams and won big national campaigns, for example delivering free school meals for children whose parents have no recourse to public funds.
The Living Wage campaign is part of SLC’s DNA and in the last 12 months a campaign to bring the Living Wage Campaign to the Southbank has delivered well over 1000 pay rises to south London workers. The Real Living Wage is currently £13.85 in London, compared with the National Minium Wage of £12.21 (for workers aged over 21).
Community Organising
Through our theory of social change, called community organising, we train thousands of everyday people to lead change in their communities, equipping them with the skills to hold politicians and other powerholders to account. We are made up of 500+ member organisations in powerful alliances throughout the UK. Our members include schools, universities, faith groups, parents’ groups, health practices, charities, trade unions and other civil society organisations.
Purpose
The principal responsibility of an Associate Organiser is their own development: learning the craft of Community Organising under the guidance of an experienced Community Organiser. They work intensively with a small number of member organisations under close supervision, growing their experience, skill and responsibility incrementally. An Associate Organiser is working towards becoming a competent practitioner of the craft of broad-based community organising methodology, and focuses on the building of relational power, the recruitment and retention of dues-paying institutions, the development of leaders, the strengthening of member institutions, leader-led public actions, and the winning of systemic change.
This role is particularly to organise around the issue of low pay and precarious work and participate in Citizens UK’s flagship campaign, the Living Wage Campaign. We need someone who can speak Spanish as well as English, as south London’s Latin American communities are leading the work in South London. There is scope to involve leaders in campaigns around housing, health and migrants' rights, as we recognise that people affected by low pay are very often determined to take action on wider issues beyond work. The purpose of the role is to develop leadership, especially grassroots leadership, workers from London’s lowest paid sectors, that can power the campaign. Crucially the Associate Organiser will work with colleagues in South London Citizens to build and execute a strategy that develops powerful leaders for South London Citizens and wins the Living Wage, Living Hours and other material gains for thousands of workers across the capital.
Main Responsibilities
Working as an Associate Organiser in South London for Citizens UK, reporting to the Lead Organiser, South West, SLC, your main responsibilities will include:
Build relational power to further the goals of CUK
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Actively participate in the development of a comprehensive power analysis appropriate to the desired sphere of influence for each project/assignment
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Establish working relationships with identified leaders and demonstrate ability to move them into action, including as part of the wider alliance; taking the initiative to establish new relationships as required
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Conduct one-to-ones to develop relationships with leaders and understand their concerns.
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Tell a wide range of Community Organising stories effectively to influence others and achieve CUK’s goals
Identify and develop relational leaders prepared to act with others for the common good
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Identify and discern actual and potential leaders with the passion and ability to drive change
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Proactively create opportunities for leaders to develop, in particular tertiary or new leaders; nominate for training on the core taster curriculum
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Successfully deliver training workshops in local institutions and on the core taster curriculum at a local level
Strengthen institutions and develop BBOs
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Ensure good understanding of the basic interests and traditions of typical member institutions and worker leaders.
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Organise a small number of member institutions or 1 strategic partner to work together for the achievement of common goals relating to the Living Wage campaign.
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Support pre-existing core teams and create/develop new core teams to provide leadership
Support leaders through the Cycle of Action in order to create change
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Support leaders in running listening campaigns
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Organise Living Wage actions; demonstrating increasing independence in working without the need for close supervision
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Take the lead in supporting groups of leaders through the cycle of action on the Living Wage; aiming to achieve new accreditations and other wins.
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Evaluate the effectiveness of actions; demonstrating ability to incorporate lessons learned into future actions
Contribute to CUK’s financial viability through effective fundraising & financial management
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Recruit new dues paying institutions; work together with a more senior Organiser to negotiate annual membership fees and letters of understanding
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Contribute substantively to fundraising to ensure the sustainability of the work
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Liaise with the Finance & Operations team to update the membership database and ensure timely invoicing and fee collection
Contribute to effective teamwork
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Be proactive concerning personal professional development and wellbeing; i.e. by reading widely, developing a healthy work-life balance and demonstrating ability to reflect on own organising craft & improve on self-identified weaknesses
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Demonstrate ability to work effectively with colleagues and participate in a team
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Produce all required reports and follow CUK’s procedures on time and to the required standards
Participate in the development of the craft of Community Organising and play a role in the Guild of COs
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Schedule an average of at least three 1-2-1 relational meetings into your daily schedule as a core part of your professional practice
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Commit 10 working days pa (pro rata for part-time staff) to the preparation, delivery and evaluation of Citizens UK National Community Leadership Training or other local or regional trainings;
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Participate in a Guild Team and help it develop as a Community of Practice that enables Organisers across the UK to develop their skills and experience.
Personal Specification
(D) Desirable, (E) Essential
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in any subject (D)
Subject of relevance to community work or community organising (D)
Experience
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Previous campaign experience (D)
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Evidence of having acted in a leadership role with peers or in local community activities (e.g., organising clubs or societies) (E)
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Experience of project management; evidence of having delivered work on time and to standard (E)
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Able to demonstrate previous experience of ‘learning by doing’ in a work or project environment; evidence of being open to feedback and comfortably coachable (E)
Key skills and knowledge
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Excellent interpersonal awareness – ability to listen well and appreciate a viewpoint or opinion that is different from one’s own (E)
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Excellent concern for impact – ability to adapt own behaviour to address the needs or concerns of someone else (E)
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Good communication skills – able to speak with conviction and passion; and to make a logical argument (E)
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Fluent in Spanish and English – written and spoken (E) - other community languages, especially Portuguese (D)
Personal qualities & values
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A self-starter with ability to take initiative and work independently (E)
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A passion for justice (E)
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A positive enthusiasm for working with faith congregations, trade unions, schools, and other community organisations (E)
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An interest in and experience of politics and public life (E)
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Able to work in a team (E)
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Willingness to work within accountable relationships (E)
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Self-motivated and adaptable (E)
Our Organisers and some project teams work closely with our member institutions and will be expected to attend member events that take place in the evenings and occasional weekends. We operate a Time Off in Lieu approach and have very flexible working arrangements to ensure a good work-life balance.
The successful applicant will be required to undertake a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check. DBS checks are renewed on a 3-year cycle.
About the application process
We work within diverse communities bringing people together. In line with our Inclusion value, we would love to see applications from LGBTQIA+ people, people from racialised communities, people living with disabilities and people of faith, all to better represent the communities we work in. We want our employees to have the working conditions that allows them to fully participate, be able to be their best authentic selves and thrive doing so, and we have employee networks to support staff. Even if you don’t quite meet all the required criteria still consider applying, as we invest in our employees and support them to develop the skills and knowledge required to deliver their role.
Interview date: Tuesday 22nd July
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Posted on: Thursday, 19 June 2025
Closing date: 13 July 2025 at 23:30
Tags: Campaigns
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Greater London (Hybrid)
London, Greater London
£29,630.20 - £31,411.00 per annum plus London Weighting
Full-time
Contract (Fixed Term, until 31.03.26)
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job description
Male Independent Domestic Victim Advocate
We are looking for a proactive and compassionate Male Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) to join the Ashraya Project supporting Male Victims & Survivors.
This role is hybrid, working from home and the office in London and also involves regular travel throughout the area.
Please note that the charity is committed to provide support where victims can choose to be supported by someone of their own gender and so this post is open to male applicants only as being male is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Position: 6208 Male Independent Domestic Victim Advocate
Location: Greater London
Hours: Monday to Friday - Flexible dependent on service delivery and client need
Contract: Fixed Term, until 31.03.26
Salary: Qualified: FTE, Total £31,411.00 per annum - This includes £28,611.00 per annum plus £2,800 per annum London Weighting Allowance. Unqualified: FTE, Total £29,630.20 per annum - This includes £26,830.20 per annum plus £2,800 per annum London Weighting Allowance
Closing Date: 24th July 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if enough suitable applications are received.
The Role
As a Male Independent Domestic Violence Advocate you will ensure that male survivors’ safety & housing needs are met. You will provide specialist support at the moment of crisis, providing advocacy & support to access safe accommodation ensuring the safety, security & dignity of service users & their children.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess risks and needs using evidence-based checklists.
- Focus on high-risk cases with short to medium-term crisis intervention.
- Assist high-risk victims in accessing safety services.
- Deliver tailored support and information.
- Understand legal frameworks for protecting children and vulnerable adults.
- Provide advocacy on legal, housing, health, and financial options.
- Empower clients to recognize domestic abuse dynamics.
- Participate in Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conferences (MARAC).
- Work with a team to deliver respectful, dignified, and sensitive services.
- Maintain accurate and confidential case records.
- Comply with data protection laws and organizational policies.
- Stay updated with procedures, policies, and professional codes.
About You
Ideally, you will have knowledge about legal remedies for domestic abuse victims and have experience working with drug, alcohol, and mental health issues. An understanding benefits, housing, and homelessness would also be beneficial.
You will need:
- Knowledge of domestic abuse and its impact on victims and children.
- Awareness and understanding of the barriers men face when accessing support services.
- To demonstrate proficiency in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Experience in statutory, voluntary, or multi-agency settings.
- Competency in risk and needs assessments.
- An understanding of safeguarding issues.
- Direct service delivery experience to victims or vulnerable people.
- Ability to manage complex caseloads and prioritise work.
- Strong crisis management skills.
- Effective communication, negotiation, and advisory skills.
- Commitment to equal opportunities and diversity.
If you are passionate about supporting victims of crime and have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details once you apply.
In Return…
Benefits include:
- Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
- Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
- Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
- Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
- Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
- Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
- Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
- Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
- Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
- Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
- Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.
About the Organisation
This independent charity provides a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. Working towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System, everyone at the charity is driven by the Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events.
As part of the commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. The charity is also a Disability Confident Employer and provides a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.
If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition, which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of the selection process, the team will be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.
You may have experience in areas such as Housing, Homelessness, Mental Health, Care, Outreach, Crisis, Family, Children, Housing Support Worker, Homelessness Support Worker, Mental Health Support Worker, Care Support Worker, Outreach Support Worker, Crisis Support Worker s, Family Support Worker, Children’s Support Worker, IDVA, IDVSA, Abuse, Advocate, Advocacy. #INDNFP
Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.
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Posted on: Friday, 27 June 2025
Closing date: 24 July 2025 at 23:30
Job ref: 7462
Tags: Advice / Information, Social Care / Development, Advocacy, Housing, Crime, Homelessness, Justice, Mental Health
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London, Greater London (Hybrid)
1.68 miles
£80,000 - £89,000 per year
Full-time
Permanent
Job description
Associate Director – Investments
Salary: £80,000 - £89,000 + excellent benefits, including 27 days holiday, 2:1 pension (up to 12% employer contribution), plus many more
Location: Hybrid/London – with travel to the office 1-2 days per week
Did you know that there are at least 20m people in the UK in vulnerable financial circumstances, who are poorly served or unfairly excluded from mainstream financial services?
That’s nearly a third of all adults in the UK.
We are Fair4All Finance. We are a not-for-profit organisation working with Financial Services providers to improve the financial wellbeing of people in vulnerable circumstances by increasing access to fair, affordable and appropriate financial products and services.
With additional dormant assets funding now secured, we're expanding our work – and we’re looking for two Associate Directors – Investment to help us deliver it.
The roles
These are brilliant opportunities to play a key part in transforming financial inclusion across the UK. As one of our Associate Directors specialising in Investments, you'll be a senior member of our Investment team, responsible for originating, executing and managing a growing portfolio of social investments.
You'll work with a range of mission-driven commercial lenders and community finance providers, helping to build sustainable, scalable solutions for underserved communities.
We’re hiring two roles at the same level with shared responsibilities across a number of exciting areas relating to our newly awarded Guarantee fund.
We’re looking for talented investment professionals who share our mission and bring strong commercial acumen, structured thinking, and the ability to manage end-to-end investment processes.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organisation, ensuring resources are strategically aligned with our goals to drive meaningful social impact
Key Responsibilities
· Lead origination, due diligence, structuring and execution of social investments into mission-aligned commercial lenders and community finance organisations
· Manage a portfolio of investments, including monitoring financial and social impact performance, reforecasting, and supporting investee governance
· Build and maintain strong relationships with mainstream banks, credit funds and aligned investors to crowd in commercial capital
· Play a leading role in shaping either our Guarantee Fund or our investment support for pilots and new products
· Contribute to strategic initiatives across the organisation, and support and mentor junior colleagues
· Represent Fair4All Finance at events, with stakeholders and in working groups
Essential experience & qualifications:
· Significant investment experience – this could be from social investment, banking, private equity or another relevant sector
· Strong financial modelling, commercial analysis and deal execution skills
· Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement experience, especially with senior leaders
· Evidence of building collaborative partnerships and leading teams or projects
· A commitment to our mission and an understanding of the impact of financial exclusion
Desirable experience
· Experience investing in social fintechs, consumer credit or early-stage ventures
· Experience working with community finance providers (e.g. credit unions, CDFIs)
· Commercial fundraising or regulated fund management experience
· Familiarity with policy and systems-change initiatives, especially around financial inclusion
Person Profile
You’re will be a confident, thoughtful investment professional with a passion for purpose. You’re equally comfortable pitching to senior stakeholders and getting into the details of legal documents. You thrive in collaborative environments, bring a sense of ownership to your work, and want to use your skills to make a lasting difference.
Who are Fair4All Finance?
We are a not-for-profit organisation working with Financial Services providers to improve the financial wellbeing of people in vulnerable circumstances by increasing access to fair, affordable and appropriate financial products and services.
Founded in 2019, we are funded from the Dormant Assets Scheme. The scheme is led by the financial industry and backed by the UK government. This makes it possible for money in dormant bank and building society accounts to be used to help good causes.
Our vision is of a society where the long-term financial wellbeing of all people is supported by a fair and accessible financial sector.
Fair4All Finance is a Disability Confident Committed scheme member.
Fair4All Finance is a Disability Confident Committed member. We’re committed to an inclusive workplace and will offer an initial interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. You’ll be able to indicate this in your application.
Our Benefits include:
Financial Security:
· Pension (2:1 up to 12% employer contribution), group life assurance, critical illness, and income protection, family leave
Wellbeing:
· 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, agile working, health cash plan, health & wellbeing resource hub (including an Employee Assistance Programme)
Personal & Professional Development:
· Individual discretionary Training budget
· Book Club – mission aligned, up to 4 per year
Fair4All Finance is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value different perspectives, experiences, and expertise, encouraging everyone to grow and contribute fully. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including age, gender identity, disability, marital status, race, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and socioeconomic status.
We ensure fair and equitable treatment for all team members and applicants and actively recruit from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to making reasonable adjustments to support candidates and promote flexible working for a healthy work-life balance.
To apply, submit your application via Applied by 5pm on Monday 7th July.
Please note that your application will be reviewed through a blind, unbiased process, so be sure to provide clear, specific examples in your responses. Your CV will only be reviewed at a later stage in the process.
Due to the nature of our work, and depending on the role, successful applicants may be required to undergo pre-employment checks, which include employment reference, financial and criminal record checks. All checks will be role appropriate and your recruiter will confirm which checks are required. We manage our checks via TrustID.
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Posted on: Thursday, 12 June 2025
Closing date: 07 July 2025 at 17:00
Job ref: 7421
Tags: Advice / Information, Finance, Social Care / Development, Business Development, Operations, Commercial, Governance / Management
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