Shannon Trust is a charity operating across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, supporting thousands of people in prison each year to transform their lives by unlocking the power of reading. We inspire and train prisoners who can read to teach prisoners who can’t. 2020 was a year of adaptation brought about by COVID19 – we revised our delivery model and now, in 2021, we want to develop much further. To support this, we are now recruiting to new roles and are seeking proactive, committed, and enthusiastic applicants to join our team and help us continue our journey.
Working closely with prisons, volunteers and mentors, this role will lead the delivery and development of our prison-based programme across South West England and Wales, maximising opportunities for people in prison to learn to read. You’ll be an excellent relationship builder, confident in the management and training of volunteers, and able to problem solve. We want to hear from applicants who can lead, be a team player, with knowledge of the criminal justice system (CJS) and who are comfortable with the use of digital business tools.
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We are looking for a passionate Support Services Officer to play a key role in offering support and information to women and their loved ones affected by cervical cancer, cervical cell changes and those with concerns or questions about the cervical screening or HPV vaccination programs. You will also be responsible for offering additional support through our Callback service and the day to day running of our Ask the Expert service providing online medical clarification. The ideal candidate will be self-motivating, and a clear communicator with strong supportive and multi-tasking skills
This is a full time, one year fixed term contract.
To apply for this role please send a CV and a covering letter to Debbie Shipley, Support Services Manager
Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.
Closing date for application: 5pm on the 29th January 2021
Interview date: Friday 5th February 2021
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Population Matters (PM) is looking for an independent, self-reliant, and smart researcher to carry out a 4-5 month scoping out contract into the feasibility of developing a virtual[1] Ecological Development Economics Institute[2].
The proposed new entity would exist to develop and promote an intellectual and policy framework to challenge the traditional growth-driven economic theory as being irreconcilable with our planetary future. At its core, would be the premise that achieving a smaller human population globally will benefit people both in developed and developing countries. The Institute would draw on resources of people, intellectual capital, policy development and implementation to provide a practical service for policymakers and leaders globally.
Ending population growth alone will not secure a world in which humanity lives in harmony with nature, but it is a crucial component for reversing the current trends of deteriorating biodiversity, accelerating climate change and escalating insecurity of human communities. Yet population remains a neglected element in public policy.
It is our conclusion that economic arguments will hold greater sway with policy makers. Hence, scoping out the feasibility of a new economics institute offering analysis and advice to policymakers globally. A key principle is that EDEI (name TBC) will not focus solely on developing nations or post-colonial nations – but look in both directions: developing countries (with their issues) and developed countries (with different issues).
NB - The proposed EDEI is not about funding or delivering SRHR family planning directly. That is the role, area of expertise, and responsibility of other agencies and national governments.
Person Specification
Essential
- Experience (paid or voluntary) of research project management or project management assistance, public affairs/international affairs and/or the charity/NGO sector.
- Educated to degree level ideally in relevant discipline (e.g. economics, development, environment, international affairs, politics, studies).
- Self-reliant, resourceful, able to sustain motivation and work programme to delivery.
- Excellent communications skills, high standard of written and spoken English.
- Strong organisational, administrative and IT skills - with experience of Google Drive, Zoom, Microsoft applications.
Desirable
- Experience of relationship management with external stakeholders and strong communication and relationship management abilities.
- Knowledge of, interest in population, environment and/or development issues.
- Commitment to Population Matters’ vision, mission and values.
[1] By ‘virtual’, we mean not having an actual, permanent physical presence in terms of office space with a name on the door, or a registered legal identity. EDEI would be hosted and overseen by PM, most likely with a small secretariat/admin centre residing within the PM operational staff team. EDEI is intended to be able to draw on a range of external experts and bring those into particular projects as appropriate to the need and scale of the project.
[2]Population Matters is a United Kingdom-based charity focused on the impact of human populations on global environmental sustainability.
Application procedures:
Please send in a CV and 1500 words max written submission as to how your interests/experience/skills qualify you for delivering the brief.
Shortlisted candidates will be followed up with a video meeting/interview.
The successful candidate will report to and be overseen by the Director, Robin Maynard.
Population Matters is a UK-based charity working globally to achieve a sustainable future for people and planet.
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The postholder will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality advice and coaching services to support participants to secure and/or progress in employment and for developing relationships with local partners to enable participants to access employment, training and volunteering opportunities.
- Hours: Part-time, 22.5 hours per week
- Contract: Fixed-term until August 2021
- Pay band: £25,052
- Annual leave: 30 days per year (pro-rata)
- Deadline to apply: 20 January 2021
IRMO is a community-led organisation that provides Latin Americans (and Spanish and Portuguese speakers more widely) with tools and information... Read more
National conservation charity, The Tree Council, has four fabulous new roles helping shape the future of England's urban and rural hedgerows and helping to deliver our ambitious new national schools programme. For more details on the roles and the wonderful Tree Council team, please also visit our website jobs pages.
The Green Recovery Challenge Fund is funded by Defra and is being delivered by The National Lottery Heritage Fund in partnership with Natural England and the Environment Agency.
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*** UPDATED: this role now has the possibility of a 12 month contract. Application deadline extended to 21 Jan 2020 ***
ARE YOU...
- A “people person” with a positive “can-do” attitude who enjoys working as part of a supportive small team working across the UK to work with a range of communities?
- Committed to the mission of BIHR, to enable other groups and services to make positive social change through human rights advocacy and approaches in everyday life, beyond the courts?
WOULD YOU LIKE TO ...
- Be part of a small, dynamic and supportive team, working in a varied and fast paced role?
- Design and deliver human rights learning and practice support sessions and resources as one-offs and part of change programmes
- Analyse the law and its practical impact and developing policy responses and solutions
- Provide commentary on key developments in human rights law and understanding and communicate the practical impact
DO YOU HAVE ...
- An excellent working knowledge of UK human rights law, specifically the Human Rights Act (more than academic study, could be a lawyer, but legal qualifications are not necessary)
- A practical understanding of supporting advocacy, self-advocacy, and public services, including health and social care?
- Solid experience of developing and delivering training for adults on human rights?
- Ability to translate and communicate complex legal issues (preferably human rights) for non-technical audiences, using plain and engaging language? This is vital; legal expertise alone is not sufficient for this role.
If so, you could be our new Human Rights Officer! We are seeking a full time HRO for a 6 to 12 month fixed term period.
DETAILS
Salary: £28, 000 pa (inclusive of London Weighting) pro rata
Hours: Full time (will consider 4 days/week)
Location: Currently home-based. but must be able to work from BIHR's London-based offices, when return to the office commences. The HRO role usually requires regular travel across the UK, including regular overnight stays / early starts / late finishes (TOIL policy applies). A willingness and ability to travel regularly for work is a key requirement for this role. Currently sessions are being delivered online, remotely.
Contract: 6 months fixed term, with the possibility of 12 months fixed term. All positions are subject to completion of a probationary period. All positions are subject to funding.
Leave: 25 days annual leave pro rata
Benefits: 5% pension (following a probationary period)
Please only apply using the Application Form, referring to the Job Specification. CVs and Cover Letter will NOT be considered,
The British Institute of Human Rights (BIHR) a national charity working across the UK to bring human rights to life, beyond the courtrooms.
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Position: Senior Policy Officer (Welfare & Employment)
Type: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Location: Flexible
Salary: £33,886 - £39,276 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band: Band F, Level 1
Department: Policy and Evidence
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 opportunity to help the MS Society secure tangible changes for people with MS. Reporting to the Policy Manager (Welfare and Technology), you will lead on high profile policy issues across welfare and employment that affect people with MS.
You will ensure that our policy work is built around strong evidence and is informed by and developed with people affected by MS and relevant professionals.
Working closely with colleagues in External Relations, Communications & Campaigns you will play a key role in building effective campaigns and influencing programmes around key issues facing people with the condition.
You’ll have experience of working in a lobbying or campaigning role or a busy political environment and a proven track record of influencing others, ideally in a welfare and/or employment policy/practice context.
You’ll have a detailed understanding of the policy making processes that surround welfare, excellent analytical skills and the ability to present complex information at senior levels.
You will be joining the Society at an exciting stage of its development and this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive and friendly team.
We offer 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays), travel loan and various other benefits such as supported developmental opportunities.
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 new 5 year strategy.
Part of this exciting transformation will include an office move from our current National Centre in Cricklewood, NW London to a different location in London. We are currently defining where and what type of accommodation this will be and we really want our staff to be involved in that decision.
Closing date: 9am on Monday 1st February 2021
We are committed to promoting equality and diversity.
No agencies please.
As the Key Relationships Manager, you’ll manage existing key relationships and acquire new donors for Church Army from London and across the South-East of England. This role will involve fundraising from individuals, churches, major donors and corporates. We have exciting plans to grow the scale of our work and we need ambitious people to be part of the journey; your experience will position you to gain increased voluntary donations to match our growth, especially from influential supporters, Major Donors and Corporates.
This is an exciting new role which will evolve over time. You will be able to make your own and have creative freedom to mould to your strengths. As a self-starter, you’ll need no motivation to succeed. You’ll also relish being part of a wider team and sharing learning with colleagues.
The successful candidate will be able to draw people in, being authentic, with a warm, enthusiastic and engaging personality. You’ll be able to build a network of trusted influencers who will in turn recruit new supporters, turning interest into committed giving. You will be able to naturally connect with people from all kinds of backgrounds and in all kinds of settings. In this role, you'll be able to adapt the way you speak according to your audience - talking one to one or presenting to a crowded room. You will thrive on meeting challenging targets for the quality and quantity of your work as well as financial income targets.
As a Christian, you will have a passion to see lives transformed by the Gospel, and love to share stories with our supporters and potential supporters about the impact of our work to then be able to ask them to give to Church Army.
This post is subject to an Occupational Requirement under the provisions made in the Equality Act 2010 that the post holder has an active faith in Jesus. The successful candidate must be in agreement with the vision and values of Church Army.
Please see the Recruitment Pack for more information.
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Join us. We are building a better world for young people.
Frontier Youth Trust is an inclusive and broad movement of people building a better world for young people. We want to see this diversity reflected in our Leadership. We particularly welcome applications for the Leadership Team post of Movement Advocate from women, Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates and LGBTQ+ candidates.
We are a growing movement committed to reaching young people on the margins. We are equipping this movement to take pioneering risks in their work with young people through training, coaching, practical resources, theological reflection and sharing good practice. We are looking for someone with a gift for communication to join our Leadership Team.
The Movement Advocate will help others to theologically reflect on their experiences with young people in the light of their faith, the principles of youth work, and the Christian story, to inspire people to catch a vision for pioneering with young people on the margins.
✓ Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills
✓ Extensive experience of pioneering with young people
✓ Strong online and offline communication skills
A Christian commitment is a genuine occupational requirement for this post.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking a highly-motivated Latin American woman who is committed to social change to join our team as Training and Development Officer.
The Training and Development Officer will be responsible for developing and delivering high quality bespoke training and informative material on VAWG, with a particular focus on sexual harassment, and for supporting the unions in the development of policies and procedures to prevent and respond to VAWG and sexual harassment at the workplace; assisting in the successful coordination and implementation of different projects, and contributing to develop LAWRS’ services and areas of work according to its development strategy.
The main duties of this post include:
- To develop bespoke training packages and informative materials about VAWG, including specific strands (e.g. sexual harassment, VAWG prevention in young people, harmful practices, etc.).
- To lead the project on sexual harassment in the workplace carried out in partnership with IWGB (Independent Workers of Great Britain) and UVW (United Voices of the World).
- Support the Development Manager in designing, implementing and overseeing the smooth running of LAWRS Training and Development plans.
You will have an excellent command of English and Spanish or Portuguese.
This post is open to Latin American women only in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Contract: fixed term with possibility of extension ending March 2022.
Deadline: Sunday 31st January.
Interviews to be held within the following 2 weeks.
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Doctors of the World UK are looking for an organised and motivated individual to lead our covid-19 advocacy work. As the pandemic continues to disproportionately impact migrant, BAME and other marginalised communities in the UK, this role is an opportunity to coordinate a fast-paced project fighting for equal access to covid-19 vaccinations, information, testing and treatment. We are looking to appoint a suitable candidate ASAP so applications will be reviewed as received.
Location
Remote – due to current circumstances otherwise located in London
How to Apply
To apply, please review the role profile below and email a CV, cover letter and a completed additional information form to the email address provided. Please mark the subject of your email as ‘Covid-19 Advocacy Project Lead Application”.
Your CV and cover letter (Maximum of two sides of A4) should be clearly tailored to the position and should reference points from the person specification section of the role profile. Applications that do not demonstrate the essential skills, knowledge, experience and competencies will not be shortlisted.
Expected Dates of Interview
Applications will be reviewed on receipt, dates to be confirmed
Doctors of the World is an independent humanitarian movement working at home and abroad to empower excluded people to access healthcare.
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