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Reports to: Head of UK Advocacy
Location: UK - Hybrid working with 1-2 days per week from London
Salary: £48k - £58k per annum dependent on experience
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
About Malaria No More UK
Malaria has been described as the oldest killer disease in history. Even now, despite recent progress, it claims the life of a child every minute.
Malaria No More UK (MNMUK) brings proven global experience and expertise in advocacy and creative communications to the zero-malaria fight. From our locations in London, UK and Nairobi, Kenya we aim to accelerate an end to this deadly disease by:
- Securing leadership and investment globally and in the UK
- Building a powerful, united voice for the global malaria campaign to hold leaders to account
- Strengthening local advocacy capacity in key countries in Africa
Since 2000, the world has made enormous progress. The global malaria fight is becoming the biggest public health success story in history, and we are determined to maintain momentum.
Job summary
Malaria No More UK is looking for an exceptional leader to further build and drive our work influencing Westminster and Whitehall and who can work with sector partners, business leaders and champions in the UK and global to strengthen parliamentary engagement and reach. In a period of significant political uncertainty, this is an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to ensure that the UK can rebuild its role as a leader in the fight to end malaria - using its convening power, financial muscle and political voice in both domestic and international arenas.
You will have excellent understanding of parliamentary systems and procedures and excellent political nous. The role holder will be a self-starter who can think innovatively about how to create and deliver engaging campaigns for parliamentarians and who can convene a range of business leaders and science experts, amongst others, to engage and propel action in parliament and the UK government to end malaria. As an articulate and confident influencer, demonstrating political awareness and sensitivity, you will create sustainable relationships and represent the charity both internally and externally and play an active an engaged role in both supporting UK activity and the broader activities of the charity as a whole.
Key responsibilities
- Design and lead the delivery of our UK advocacy strategy, with support from the UK Constituency Advocacy Manager, UK Advocacy Officer and APPG co-ordinator, who are direct reports, and the wider team to inspire increased support from the UK government for the malaria campaign.
- Develop strong relationships with relevant players in and around Parliament and across Government: including identifying, recruiting and working with champions, key influencers and political targets, and developing targeted collateral such as issue briefs and submissions.
- Monitor UK and international debates and policy on international development; working with the policy team and others to identify opportunities for influence.
- Monitor and report on the impact of our UK advocacy strategy and evolving external context, informing evidenced based strategy development and course corrections, contributing to organisational funding proposals.
- Coordinate and drive efforts for UK leadership and action on malaria and global health through the Commonwealth and other international platforms (e.g., UN, G7 etc.)
- Work closely with colleagues to identify and build synergies between our UK and international advocacy, policy and communications work.
- Work collaboratively with the communications team to develop and deliver effective digital and traditional media and thought leader opportunities.
- Build external relationships and coalitions in the development sector and beyond in support of the malaria campaign and ensure an intelligence and insight driven advocacy strategy.
- Provide briefings for directors and external partners on the context and status of the government relations strategy, including in advance of meetings with senior politicians and civil servants.
- Provide ad hoc support to the CEO and Leadership Team to develop and support other areas of work as required.
- Undertake any other reasonable additional duties as required by MNMUK.
Qualifications, skills and experience
Essential
- Experience of overseeing the design and delivery of innovative high-impact advocacy and/or campaigns which have influenced governments, parliamentarians and the media to bring about change in policy, practice or funding.
- Superb communication skills and demonstrable experience of effective oral and written communications with a range of diverse audiences, e.g., staging advocacy events, formal submissions, presentations, media briefings and engaging correspondence with key individuals.
- Strong research and analytical skills and an ability to get up to speed quickly on new issues.
- Experience of working in or around UK Parliament and Whitehall and an excellent understanding of UK political parties, key institutions and processes, including parliamentary groups, committees and government departments relevant to the role.
- Experience of leading a team and working across disciplines to lead co-ordinated campaigns, particularly on digital communications, press and policy.
- A willingness and ability to travel overseas occasionally as required.
Desirable
- Experience of working in international development and on global health issues.
- Experience of working in coalition of a variety of stakeholders.
- Experience of working with UK government and influencers to project UK influence abroad
- Experience of identifying and recruiting new cross-sector champions and cultivating high level influencer engagement including long-term relationship management.
Key Qualities
- A “can do” attitude and team player with ability to think quickly, proactively and strategically.
- A willingness and ability to travel within the UK and overseas occasionally as required.
- We are seeking individuals who are committed to fostering a workplace culture that embraces fairness, kindness and respect towards their colleagues.
- High awareness of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion issues and practice.
MNMUK recognises the value of a team in which people from diverse backgrounds can introduce fresh ideas and contribute to delivering our mission to make Malaria No More. We welcome applications from candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
Staff Benefits Include:
- 10% employer pension contributions.
- 28 days’ annual leave plus public holiday days in the postholders country of residence.
- Private medical insurance may be available for non-UK residents depending on the postholders country of residence.
- Subsidised gym membership
- Fully flexible working opportunities
- Interest-free staff season ticket loan and bicycle loan schemes.
- Continuing personal development opportunities.
- Professional training & qualifications subsidy.
Application and Interview Process
To apply, please send your CV and a covering statement detailing how you fit the role and why you want to work for us. Please also indicate your current salary expectations in your covering statement. We value transparency and aim to offer competitive renumeration packages based on experience, relevant qualifications and market standards.
Closing Date: 6th January 2024 – Please note that this vacancy may close early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. Therefore, we encourage interested candidates to apply promptly.
There will be a two interview process conducted via Microsoft Teams.
This job description and person specification is a statement of requirements at the time of writing and is not contractual or exhaustive. It should not be seen as precluding future changes after appointment to this role and it may be amended over time in consultation with your line-manager and the Director.
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Sarcoma UK exists to support everyone affected by sarcoma. This role will enable and ensure the voice of the sarcoma community guides the strategic objectives of the charity and is represented throughout the organisation’s work.
The Patient Involvement Co-ordinator will manage a dynamic patient involvement programme that puts people affected by sarcoma at the centre of our work. The role reports directly to the Director of Research, Policy and Support and will work with all teams across the organisation, as well as externally with people with sarcoma and their support networks.
Job Description
To enable the voice of people affected by sarcoma to shape the work of Sarcoma UK. The Patient Involvement Co-ordinator will administer, support and develop Sarcoma UK’s patient involvement programme to help us deliver our organisation strategy and maximise the impact of our work on the lives of people affected by sarcoma.
Benefits:
- Flexible working options including hybrid working.
- Pension with 5% employer contribution
- 25 days holiday entitlement per annum plus bank holidays and the working days between Christmas and New Year
- Additional day off for your birthday
- Volunteering day per year
- Enhanced sick, maternity and adoption pay.
- Sarcoma UK Life Insurance Scheme
- Interest-free season ticket and bicycle loan
- Health and wellbeing:
- Wellbeing Group
- Health Cash Plan
- Therapy Sessions
Our Values:
- Pioneering we are leading the way to a better future for the sarcoma community.
- Together we are creating a community to make a difference for all those affected by sarcoma.
- Expert we use our expertise in understanding sarcoma to deliver better outcomes.
Duties and key responsibilities
Sarcoma UK’s patient involvement programme
- To manage and develop effective patient involvement processes across all areas of the organisation.
- To maintain a database of those with a direct personal connection to sarcoma who want to be involved in the work of the charity.
- To work with colleagues from across the charity to create and facilitate involvement opportunities and ensure these are inclusive and accessible for everyone affected by sarcoma.
- To evaluate involvement opportunities, reflecting on learnings and capturing and communicating outputs and impact.
Working with people affected by sarcoma.
- To grow the Patient Involvement Network and ensure that this dedicated group of supporters remain engaged with the charity.
- To support engaging communications about opportunities within Sarcoma UK, working with the communications team.
- To be the main point of contact for the members of the Patient Involvement Network.
General
- To support new projects from across the organisation which involve people affected by sarcoma.
- To attend Sarcoma UK events and take part in Sarcoma UK’s wider work.
- To travel occasionally to meetings and events. Occasional weekend or evening work may also be required and time off in lieu will be given.
- To undertake other appropriate duties as necessary for the efficient operation of Sarcoma UK.
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An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Health & Wellbeing Education Co-ordinator to join our Health & Wellbeing department to lead on the quality assurance and delivery of health and wellbeing training and education programmes.
Health & Wellbeing Education Co-ordinator
Job Reference: MH-HWEC
Location: Flexible working – home, office, plus regular outreach work across Cambridgeshire & Suffolk.
Salary: Annual salary up to £32,926 pa (based on 40hrs FTE), pro rata for part-time contract.
Hours: Contracted to work 24-30 hours as agreed, usually worked Monday – Friday
Contract: Permanent
About Us
YMCA Trinity Group strives to create a fulfilling and enjoyable place to work; we know how staff & volunteers feel directly translates to the quality of service & care we give our clients, and we also recognise the crucial role each one of us plays in helping to fulfil our Mission.
Job Role
Working alongside the Health & Wellbeing Manager, you will:
- Manage and oversee the delivery and quality assurance of health and wellbeing training such as First Aid and qualifications from YMCA Awards.
- Deliver (or be willing to train to deliver) a range of accredited health and wellbeing courses such as First Aid, Award in Education and Training, and qualifications from YMCA Awards.
- Support the Mental Health & Wellbeing Training Co-ordinator to design, deliver, and quality assure a range of mental health and wellbeing education programmes including staff training, young people or parent workshops, and community events.
- Develop new partnerships and opportunities to educate communities about the health and wellbeing agenda: attending networking events, developing marketing activity, delivering presentations and sourcing funding opportunities.
- To provide effective line management and recruitment of sessional health and wellbeing trainers, ensuring high standards of delivery.
- To support the development and growth of health and wellbeing services whilst meeting annual targets.
- To develop health & wellbeing programmes internally and externally for target audiences such as supported housing residents, youth work, family work and workplace wellbeing initiatives.
- Support with the management and monitoring of operational tasks across the health and wellbeing department such as writing reports, data analysis and strategy development.
You will have and be able to demonstrate the following qualities:
- Possess a Level 4 or equivalent health and wellbeing qualification.
- Possess a valid Award In Education; PTTLS qualification; or Qualified Teacher Status, ideally with an instructor qualification in physical health qualifications (e.g. First Aid) or mental health (e.g. Mental Health First Aid).
- Sound knowledge and experience of the children and adult’s physical health and mental health agenda, including local and national initiatives and approaches.
- Sound knowledge and experience of quality assurance tools and processes.
- Proven experience of developing and delivering high quality health & wellbeing training and education programmes to adults and young people.
- Sound knowledge and experience in using various marketing approaches.
- Proven experience in project management and partnership development.
- Ability to effectively manage time and work well in teams or on your own initiative.
- Excellent organisational, negotiation and time management skills.
- Excellent IT and communication skills.
- Excellent leadership skills and experience.
- A flexible approach to work.
- A current driving licence and access to a car for work.
Salary & benefits: Annual salary up to £32,926pa (based on 40hrs FTE), pro rata for part-time contract.
- 5 weeks holiday & public holiday allowance (Pro rata).
- Free use of our onsite YMCA Gyms at either Cambridge or Peterborough.
- Paid day off for your Birthday.
- Free onsite car parking for staff.
- Your DBS Check Facilitated / Cost Paid as part of your onboarding.
- Competitive rates of pay and company pension, plus access for YMCA Trinity staff and their immediate families to our Employee Assistance Programme.
- Regular supervision and continued personal development.
Applications will be assessed on receipt so early application is advised.
Interviews are due to take place in early January.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hearing from you soon!
YMCA Trinity Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all staff to share this commitment.
No agencies please.
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Main duties and responsibilities:
- Facilitating training accreditation with relevant awarding bodies and annual inspections.
- Leading on completing reports to awarding bodies
- Liaise with Fundraising Officer re: monitoring and evaluation and Quality Management
- Quality management
- Maintaining accurate recording and reporting of training/project delivery, including budgets and impact measures data for both internal and external stakeholders
- Updating website content
- Advertising and marketing training courses and workshops
- Liaise with the Membership Officer to facilitate forums
- Run the Training mailing list
Essential:
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work well under pressure, demonstrating an ability to prioritise tasks
- Ability to work effectively with colleagues to ensure projects are delivered to an excellent standard, on time
- Ability to exercise effective self-care skills whilst being exposed to the distressing subject of sexual abuse
- Passionate about working to overcome the barriers survivors face taking pride in the positive life changing interventions that our work offers
- Advanced computer literacy
- Confidence in talking with and engaging a range of stakeholders
- Effective listening skills
Desirable:
- Experience integrating training with a CRM or complex databases
- Experience with mass emailing platforms like MailChimp
- Experience of developing promotional material to support awareness raising projects and event support
- Experience of working in a training environment and/or voluntary sector are desirable
- Previous experience working within similar projects and/or working with survivors of abuse
- Experience of ISVA work
- Knowledge of Sexual Violence
In your cover letter, please ensure that you:
Explain what you will bring to the role
Demonstrates the ways in which you possess the required and desirable skills and experiences
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We are looking for a dynamic Corporate and Community Partnerships Co-ordinator to join our creative fundraising team.
In this role you will secure long-term, mutually beneficial income from the corporate sector and from community partners within the city, across a range of disciplines and formats, including their Charity of the Year, cause-related marketing, and sponsorship. You will develop and secure new partnerships with Bristol’s businesses as well as nurture and account manage existing partnerships.
As well as this, you will seek to increase our presence in the community, connecting and seeking funding from organisations such as Rotary clubs, schools, and faith-based groups.
We are looking for someone with the passion to end homelessness in Bristol and the drive to fund services for people experiencing housing insecurity.
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