Grants officer

• Salary: £23,682.40 p.a. (£29,603 p.a FTE)
• Contract: Part time, Permanent
• Location: South-west London, UK / some remote working

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced fundraiser to join CSW’s Fundraising team, to raise income from our existing statutory and institutional funders and grow income from new funding sources

Key Responsibilities (a full list of responsibilities is listed in the Application Pack)

• Work with the Head of Fundraising to develop a statutory and institutional fundraising strategy that delivers on agreed income targets.
• Achieve or exceed agreed income targets through applying to and successfully managing relationships with statutory and institutional funders.
• Research and identify income opportunities from new grant making sources.
• Liaise with relevant internal project managers to ensure relationships with existing statutory and institutional funders are managed in a way that secures multi-year grants.

The Person

You are an experienced grants fundraiser with a proven track record of securing six-figure grants or more from statutory or institutional sources.  You are proactive, a good communicator with an excellent eye for detail. You are able to work with others to gather the information needed for applications and reporting. You are inspired by CSW’s mission and eager to play your part, through this role, in ensuring freedom or religion and belief for all.

Essential Criteria (a full list of essential criteria is listed in the Application Pack)

• A minimum of two years’ fundraising experience for a charity.
• Proven track record of securing six-figure grants from statutory and institutional funders.
• Writing compelling funding applications.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Understanding of monitoring and evaluation processes needed for large institutional funding applications.

CSW Benefits

We offer, your birthday off, pension with 6% employer contribution, season ticket loan, free eye tests and discounted gym membership.

Please go to our website to download an application form and applicant’s e-pack. Please email Jane Bave, Head of People and Culture if you require further information.

Closing date for full applications:  Noon on Wednesday 20 January 2021.

This post falls within the definition of an Occupational Requirement as per the Equality Act 2010.

CSW is a human rights organisation specialising in freedom of religion or belief, and as Christians we stand with everyone facing injustice because of their religion or belief.  

General Data Protection Regulation

CSW takes seriously the storing of personal data in line with the General Data Protection Regulation.  Your application and any information you provide will be stored securely either on paper records or a computer system and then destroyed in line with the data protection laws.

6 month contract - Home based intially - although the post-holder will be expected to move to an office location in due course.

1. CONTEXT AND PURPOSE OF JOB:

1. Hourglass is the only charity in the UK dedicated to calling time on the harm, abuse and exploitation of older people. We support older people experiencing, or at risk of, harm, abuse or exploitation, and work towards a fairer society for all older people.
2. We are seeking an Online Information Officer to provide information, advice and support via Hourglass’ new online information services specifically the Instant Messenger and Text Message services. Alongside a team of staff and volunteers working across the UK on our well-established Helpline, you will provide support to older people and others from across the UK. Providing information via Instant Messenger, Text Message and email you’ll play a vital frontline role in providing immediate advice and support, as well as referring on to other sources of support and expertise.

2. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

2.1 INSTANT MESSENGER (IM), TEXT MESSAGE AND EMAIL

2.1.1 To provide information, advice and support to older people relating to support options for older people experiencing (or at risk of abuse), and safer ageing. To provide accurate and appropriate information and support via IM, text message and email and assist enquirers to explore their options.

2.1.2 To provide practical and initial emotional support to service users, assessing the nature of each enquiry and responding in an empathetic and supportive manner. To ensure service users receive advice and support which is appropriate to their needs in a non-judgmental manner and which clearly identifies realistic and achievable options.

2.1.3 To explain safeguarding approaches to service users and make safeguarding referrals and liaise on behalf of service users who request or require such support, pursuing conclusions that are satisfactory to the service user.

2.1.4 To notify the Information Manager or a member of management of any circumstances in which there may be an immediate risk to an enquirer and to act as authorised.

2.1.5 To identify service users who may be willing to speak to the media, bringing these to the attention of the Information Manager or other member of the management team.

2.1.6 To undertake follow up contact with service users on a pre-determined basis to provide further support and/or ascertain outcomes; seeking contact details when possible.

2.1.7 To identify own needs for support, including emotional support, and use support services as needed. To attend and participate in training events as required.

2.2 INFORMATION

2.2.1   To assist in maintaining information resources, including briefing packs to be issued to service users.  To inform the Information Manager of new information requirements.

2.2.2 To undertake research through telephone and internet to identify statutory, voluntary or other agencies or individuals who could receive information to publicise the online information services / helpline and other charity services, notifying the Information Manager of such gaps or opportunities, and supplying information.

2.2.4 To distribute follow-up information materials to online information service users via post, email or other electronic methods.

2.3 RECORD KEEPING AND INFORMATION SHARING

2.3.1 To maintain enquiry records using our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database and other internal records.

2.3.2 To share relevant information relating to enquiries with Helpline and Community Response colleagues in line with organisational practice relating to data protection and confidentiality

2.4 GENERAL

2.4.1 In the absence of the Information Manager, to ensure volunteers are supported in line with organisational policy, providing advice and support, and regular de-briefing.

2.4.2 To organise additional tasks for volunteers where appropriate.

2.4.3 To undertake administrative support as required.

2.4.4 To attend regular team meetings.

2.4.5 To travel as required.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

1. At least one year’s experience, either formal or informal, in either Online Information Services / Helpline work or another environment providing advice and support to clients; with demonstrable skills in responding to enquiries using digital systems.

2. An ability to analyse objectively, and provide advice and guidance in a non-judgmental manner.

3. An ability to work as part of a team, be flexible and adaptable according to changing needs, and work to deadlines;

4. An ability to liaise and communicate effectively (both in writing and orally) and work collaboratively with colleagues and outside agencies;

5. An ability to constructively challenge and advocate on behalf of enquirers, identifying issues key to the individual circumstances, and pursuing matters to a satisfactory conclusion.

6. Able to manage own workload, cope with challenging or emotional enquirers, and be non-judgmental and empathetic

7. An ability to demonstrate a positive attitude to older people and a demonstrable interest in challenging the abuse of older people.  An ability to deal appropriately with sensitive issues;

8. Numeracy and literacy skills of an excellent standard to respond to online enquiries, provide reports and observations, and maintain administrative records as required;

DESIRABLE CRITERIA:

1. Understanding/experience of issues relating to older people, adult safeguarding, abuse, and/or health and social care.

1. Direct experience of working with older people.

Do you have a passion for wildlife and the natural world? Can you inspire people to explore, learn about and care for their local wildlife through your writing? This could be the job for you...

We are looking for an enthusiastic Communications Officer to join our Fundraising, Membership and Communications team. Help us promote Avon Wildlife Trust and the work we do with nature, wildlife, and people by working on our membership magazine, creating organisation-wide communications plans, and creating diverse, compelling content.

If you are an experienced communicator with the skills to bring nature to life in fun and creative ways, then we’d love to hear from you.

The Wildlife Trusts value diversity. We are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures.

Closing date: 9am Wednesday 27th January 2021

First interviews for shortlisted candidates will be on Thursday 4th February 2021. Second interviews on Tuesday 9th February 2021.

No CVs or agencies please.

Charity No: 280422

We are looking for a Fundraising Communities Officer to join our Community and Events team, reporting to our Fundraising Project Lead. Our Fundraising Communities Officer will deliver our annual programme of virtual fundraising challenges, with excellent supporter stewardship across Samaritans social channels to maximise supporter's potential.

• £28,000 - £32,000 per annum
• 12 month fixed term contract, 35 hours per week
• Brand new role
• We are open to flexible working
• Home-based and then 2-3 days per week in Ewell, Surrey when our office reopens in 2021

About Samaritans

As a Samaritans employee, you’ll be part of an established charity which for over 60 years has been delivering services to some of the most vulnerable people across the UK and Republic of Ireland.  Our mission is to reduce the number of people who die by suicide and we pride ourselves in taking a leading role in influencing suicide prevention policy and practice.  We’re keen to hear from candidates who are equally passionate about our charitable purpose.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver stewardship plans to strengthen the ways in which Samaritans engages, and builds relationships with supporters participating in the Facebook challenge activity and identify opportunities to maximise the life-time value of our supporters. 
• Create engaging text, image and video content for social media responding to and celebrating our supporters. 
• Social media moderation of our online community groups, including responding to comments and queries across all our communications channels. 
• Provide administrative support where needed to ensure that the fundraising products and events deliver excellent supporter experiences.
• Manage and deliver fulfilment of mass materials for supporters over the course of the Facebook challenge events.
• Work with Data team colleagues to ensure supporters records are accurate, and up to date. 
• Maintain effective working systems for administration of own work and of the department.
• Provide support to all virtual event participants as requested by the Events Fundraising Manager.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Previous experience in a Fundraising and or Digital Communications
• Previous experience and knowledge of managing an online community 
• Excellent written communications, demonstrating an understanding of the organisations house style and tone of voice 

Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person that they are. We warmly welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences.

If you’re interested in applying or would just like to find out more, then we'd love to hear from you. Applications close on 18/01/2021 and we will be reviewing applications as they come in.

Are you passionate about mental health and wellbeing? Want to really make a difference and help us shape our charitable support for healthcare workers on the frontline?

We are looking for a qualified mental health and wellbeing professional to further develop our services for pharmacists and pharmacy students.

The role

Pharmacist Support – the pharmacy profession’s independent charity – embarked on delivery of a new five-year strategy back in January 2020 and as part of its development is looking to recruit a Senior Wellbeing Development Officer with a passion for creating positive impact. Responsible for the development and delivery of the charity’s proactive and reactive mental health and wellbeing support, this role will play a crucial part in the next phase of our wellbeing service development.

Guided by our fresh new vision and mission – to champion the wellbeing of our pharmacy family – and building on existing support and relationships, you will drive forward an effective offer that supports our service user journey and the referral pathways into our services. You will assist the services team with emotional wellbeing related queries, and working alongside the Marketing & Communications team, will help to raise awareness of the importance of wellbeing and maximise the impact of our work.

In line with the volunteer strategy and in conjunction with the Volunteer Officer (whom you will line manage), you will also support the recruitment, training and development of volunteers, enabling us to support more individuals to improve their wellbeing.

What we’re looking for

We are seeking an imaginative individual with a creative approach to problem solving and proven experience in the design and delivery of new initiatives to support wellbeing. The ideal candidate will have a relevant professional qualification (i.e. counselling, psychology, mental health) and experience in developing and delivering training and workshops.

You’ll be a great time manager and an effective leader, but more importantly you’ll be able to demonstrate the qualities that build trust and foster good relationships that will enable you to connect and interact well with both the team and our clients.

As our Senior Wellbeing Development Officer, you’ll have a positive and organised approach to work. You will be empathic, have good listening skills and be supportive with vulnerable clients. You’ll enjoy working collaboratively, yet also be able to act decisively and on your own initiative.

How we work

One of our four values as an organisation is ‘people first’ and we start with our team. We offer flexible working and have embarked on development of a new approach to reward and recognition. We offer:

• Flexible working. We understand that everyone’s situation is different, and are open to discuss different working hours/working patterns.
• Place of work: Manchester or homebased
• Holiday: 25 days (plus Bank holidays)
• Benefits: Death in Service Benefit (4 times salary), Pension Scheme, Comprehensive sick pay
• Personal and Professional Development opportunities as well as the opportunity to take part in wellbeing activities.

Interested? Bring your expertise and we’ll provide the supportive, friendly environment to enable you to grow and develop your skills!

How to apply

To apply for the above position, you must submit a completed application form (NB CVs will not be accepted). We would be grateful if you could also complete the diversity monitoring form in order to ensure that our equal opportunities policy is adhered to.

Interviews will be conducted online on Tuesday 26th & Wednesday 27th January 2021. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by Friday 22nd January.  

To download an application form and job description click on the links below. 

Are you looking to apply your skills to a passionate network committed to positive change? Are you interested in helping groups to develop and learn? Can you pull information together, work as part of a team and support volunteers? Are you comfortable working online as part of a distributed team? Are you willing to start small and help to grow the network, and the role? Are you looking for a flexible working pattern in an organisation committed to good People Care? If so, read on!

Who are we?

The Permaculture Association works to empower individuals and communities to design their homes, gardens, farms, businesses and whole lives in order to collectively generate a sustainable future. By putting ethics first and using natural systems as a model, there are simple and innovative ways to live fairly and sustainably now and in the future.

Our work is wide-ranging and varied, supporting permaculture education, research, networking and action. We are a growing charity, with 1700(+) members, and partnerships with organisations in the UK and internationally.

The Projects Network Development Officer role in a nutshell

We are seeking a projects network development officer to join our small and dedicated team. We work online using G-Suite, CiviCRM, Slack, & Zoom and other tools to enable us to collaborate and stay connected. Duties of the post will include:

• Projects network support, including hosting monthly Zoom socials for members of the Association's LAND network and wider projects
• Strategy and fundraising, including working with the network and CEO to identify and develop funding opportunities to further support this work
• Farming engagement support, including supporting members contributions to the Northern Real Farming Conference & Oxford Real Farming Conference
• Finance, admin, monitoring and evaluation, using our online co-working tools
• Communications & Events, including supporting and attending events, and providing news and updates to the Communications team and the website

Who we are looking for

As an inclusive employer and membership organisation, we want our staff team to better reflect the communities in which we live and work. Therefore we welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to creating an organisation that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities.

We are a small team and we want someone who is conscientious and well organised, able to be flexible, responsive and positive, and passionate about support our practical permaculture projects network to develop and thrive.

What next?

Please read the full Job Description and Person Specification carefully, and get in touch if you have any questions or would like an informal discussion. The application form and all supporting information can be found via our website or attached here. We look forward to hearing from you.

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:

1. 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.).
2. 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).
3. 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.

Carers Support Centre (CSC) - Bristol and South Gloucestershire provides a wide range of information, advice and support services for unpaid adult and young carers. Our Young Carers Service provides help and support to children and young people aged 8-18, their families, and professionals working with young carers.

Young carers are children and young people who look after someone in their family who has a disability, a long-term illness, or is affected by mental ill health or substance misuse. Young carers may look after parents, care for a brother or sister, or another family member.

We currently have a vacancy in our dynamic, creative and supportive Young Carers team, working to ensure that young carers are identified, have access to appropriate support and fulfil their potential.

The successful candidate will improve the health, well-being and safeguard the interests of young carers adversely affected by their caring roles for family members in the Bristol area by:

• providing individual tailored 1:1 support and advocacy
• taking a ‘whole family approach’ to delivering high-quality, effective and well-managed casework
• responding to referrals and carrying out statutory assessments
• managing the Bristol Keyworker team, sessional workers and student social workers

Please note the salary advertised for this role is the FTE - will be paid pro-rata for 30 hours per week.

All staff are temporarily working remotely due to Covid 19.

Registered Charity Number: 1063226

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and our workplace is free of barriers and fully accessible for people with disabilities. We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults; from recruitment of staff through to supporting our team working with families and carers in crisis

Principal purpose of the post: To plan, implement, and oversee the well-established ISA National Training Programme, which includes online, residential and non-residential courses and conferences. Responsibilities include all aspects of planning and running the annual training programme, budget monitoring, reporting on key metrics to the CEO and line managing two colleagues, who support in delivering the objectives. An agile and innovative approach is essential to deliver on the key accountabilities and to adapt to the changing market and environment.

Full details of the core duties and person specification are available on the vacancies section of our website.

How to apply: You must email to us a letter of application, as well as your CV. 

Contract: The post is temporary (fixed-term: 12 months, extended by agreement) and subject to checks that include the right to work in the UK.

Effective: from 15 March 2021

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week (including one hour paid lunch break), normally 9.00 – 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday (flexibility and some weekend working will be required).

Holiday entitlement: 25 days per annum, plus public and bank holidays. Holidays must be taken outside of published school term times.

Location: Great Chesterford (Essex)*, although may include working from home due to Covid-19. The role will involve supporting the Association’s activities offsite, including the Association’s conferences and other training events.

*Availability to work full-time from our office in Great Chesterford after the Covid-19 crisis passes is highly desirable. Candidates unable to commit to this will need to explain in their cover letter how they would prepare for events and manage colleagues without being physically present.

Interviews will be held online on 12 February 2021

We are looking for someone to join our small but busy Community & Events Fundraising team on a fixed term contract. This role is a new position within the charity working on a variety of exciting virtual events and Facebook Fundraising.

Main Purpose of the Job:

The main purpose of the job is to support the Community & Events team with virtual fundraising initiatives and stewarding our supporters through their fundraising journey.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver stewardship plans to strengthen ways to engage and build relationships with supporters participating in the social media fundraising activity and identify opportunities to maximise the life-time value of the supporters.
• Create engaging text, image and video content for social media responding to and celebrating the supporters.
• Social media moderation of our online community groups, including responding to comments and queries across all communication channels.
• Provide administrative support where needed to ensure that the fundraising products and events deliver excellent supporter experiences.
• Manage and deliver fulfilment of mass materials for supporters over the course of the challenge events.
• Work with Data team colleagues to ensure supporter’s records are accurate, and up to date.
• Maintain effective working systems for administration of own work and of the department.
• Provide support to all virtual event participants as requested by the Head of Community Events & Community & Events Managers.

Personal Attributes:

• We are looking for a proactive individual who can manage the online community’s we are building, motivate and engage our supporters to fundraise as well as take ownership of various elements of the events.

• We are a small but high performing team with ambitious goals so are looking for someone who is confident, can work well as part of a team and can follow

Working Environment:

• This role is normally office-based (working at home possible during lockdowns)
• Flexibility with out of hours work will be required, e.g. at events on evenings & weekends

Skills & Experience Required:

Essential:

• Previous experience in Fundraising and/or Digital Communications
• A passion for writing social media content and engaging with an online community.
• Excellent written communications, demonstrating an understanding of house style and tone of voice

Desirable:

• Previous experience and knowledge of managing an online community
• Previous experience within the charity sector
• Experience with CRM systems
• Experience of using Mailchimp

Benefits:

RBLI offer 25 days holiday allowance per annum pro rata, a Group Flexible Retirement Plan and Life Assurance.

To Apply:

If you wish to be considered for the above role, forward your CV and covering letter including a supporting statement.  RBLI is an equal opportunities employer. 

* RBLI reserves the right to remove a vacancy at any time prior to the published closing date

NO AGENCIES

This is a really exciting time to join Girlguiding. With nearly half a million members we are the largest charity dedicated to girls and young women in the UK, and one of the largest and leading youth charities. We are on a mission to amplify the voices of girls and young women, so they can champion change in their own lives and the wider world; to build strong partnerships that can increase our reach and impact; and to increase the support we offer our 100,000 amazing adult volunteers who deliver incredible experiences to young people across the UK every week. We have recently agreed our 2020+ strategy and begun a process of significant change: transforming the organisation so it can meet the challenges of the future by putting young people and volunteers at the heart of our organisation.

The Volunteer Policy team are looking for someone with a proven track record of writing and reviewing procedures and guidance documents to work with the team to support the implementation of policy. This person will be able to write clearly and effectively to ensure that our volunteers understand what is needed to carry out their role with confidence. This role will support the policies that form the volunteer compliance framework.

The successful candidate will have the ability to work with internal and external stakeholders and subject matter experts to develop simple and clear procedures and guidance documents. If you are someone who enjoys researching and writing across a broad range of subjects, has a keen eye for detail and is able to communicate effectively we would like to hear from you.

Girlguiding values the differences that a diverse workforce brings and is committed to inclusivity, and to employing and supporting a diverse workforce. Girlguiding is proud to be part of the Stonewall Diversity Champions programme, a member of the Business Disability Forum, and a member of Time to Change. While Girlguiding’s young members may be women only, our staff team is mixed gender. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

We are committed to supporting our staff to achieve a good work-life balance and offer flexible working options wherever we reasonably can. Girlguiding is a COVID secure employer, providing support for all employees during the current pandemic. All staff are required to carry out our online health and safety training and complete a DSE risk assessment to ensure we can provide the support you require.

We ask that you submit your CV, declaration form and supporting information as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close vacancies at any time, when we have received sufficient applications.

Interviews will be held remotely during the pandemic.

Our client, one of the UK's leading public research university, is currently looking to recruit a Marketing & Recruitment Officer on a fixed term contract for 12 months. This post will play a key role in marketing the universities unique proposition and to support in meeting their student recruitment targets.

This post will support the delivery of the Marketing and Recruitment strategy and meet the targets and milestones contained in the university's recruitment plan.In this post, you will plan and coordinate the delivery of a range of marketing campaigns and activities, including CRM and social media that will attract a larger number and broader range of appropriate applicants to the courses offered. You will write and edit content for the prospective student website, and produce and evaluate content for social and digital channels; including conversion marketing activities.

In order to be considered for this post, you will have worked within a similar post within Student Recruitment or Marketing, ideally within a higher education setting or a similar organisation. A good understanding of undergraduate student recruitment in the higher education sector in the UK, including the UCAS application process and the recruitment cycle, along with understanding of the requirements for delivering effective marketing communications (digital, social and in print). A good understanding of social media platforms and how to use and evaluate them effectively and an understanding of current trends.

This post is looking for someone to start as soon as possible, so ideally will need to be available immediately or at short notice to be considered.

If you are interested in finding out more information about this new opportunity, please register your interest below and submit your CV in Word format by clicking 'apply now' below.

3 Days (21 Hours) per week

This post will be based in West London and will include travel across London once circumstances allow

Women and Girls Network (WGN) is a specialist service leading in developing and delivering innovative and effective services for women and girls who have experienced all forms of gender-based violence.

We are looking for an experienced Safeguarding Officer to join our team who, working in conjunction with WGN’s Safeguarding Lead, will be responsible for sharing safeguarding expertise and consultation to WGN’s team. Ensuring team members understand and adhere to best safeguarding practice and that WGN’s work in this area is continuously and consistently developed. The Safeguarding Officer will support team members to work collaboratively with service users and the relevant agencies involved to ensure the safest outcomes for the women and girls who access WGN’s services.

The successful post holder will be responsible ensuring WGN’s service delivery adheres to recognised clinical protocols and quality standards including; London Safeguarding Boards, National Rape Crisis Standards, NICE guidelines, BACP and UKCP.

As with all WGN team members they will contribute to the organisation’s ability to deliver equality and diversity strategies which are integrated into all areas of operation.

WGN’s employee benefits include 3% pension contribution, enhanced leave entitlement, excellent training and development opportunities and an Employee Assistance Scheme.

Completed applications should be emailed to human resources - please follow the link to our website

Application deadline: 10am on Friday 5th February 2021.

Interview date: To be confirmed.

Please note: Applicants who have not received a response to their application within 2 weeks of the closing date should assume their application has not been successful on this occasion.

This post is subject to satisfactory references and a DBS Check.

WGN is an equal opportunities employer. The above post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9 and Part 1

About us

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.

About the role

Want to gain experience of the inner workings of a media team within an international development agency? Are you an excellent storyteller with a passion to make the public care about the plight of some of the world’s poorest and most marginalised communities? Are you hoping to take your first steps into the world of media and PR? This is an opportunity to join Christian Aid’s Media & Public Engagement team within its Fundraising & Supporter Engagement (FS)E department for a six-month graduate programme You’ll gain a thorough insight into the life of a storyteller at a major UK charity in the NGO sector.

As part of the wider department, this post has an enabling role and will undertake a diverse range of tasks in supporting in the team to deliver its objectives and ambitions, to make more noise about Christian Aid’s work in media & PR, and develop meaningful engagement with our supporters and audiences.

There is a view to extending this fixed term contract to a two-year programme, which would see the appointed graduate then move between teams across the Fundraising & Supporter Engagement department to support them on a six-month rolling basis. The scheme will provide additional resource and surge capacity, whilst also providing an exciting development opportunity to gain experience in a variety of areas of fundraising and communications at Christian Aid.

About you

You will be flexible in your approach and provide practical support, such as event management on our key moment campaigns, regional story-gathering, act as an intersection between our media team and church engagement teams across England, and work on delivering content for our social and multimedia portals. 

This is the perfect opportunity for someone who wants to make a difference in the world and is looking to be part of an exciting time of fundraising growth within Christian Aid.

Further information

This role requires applicants to have the right to work in the country where this position is based.

We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in its workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

Christian Aid is committed to providing a safe and trusted environment for every person connected to the work we do; and to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour including sexual harassment and exploitation, abuse, and financial misconduct. Any candidate offered a job with Christian Aid is expected to share and demonstrate our values and adhere to Christian Aid’s Safeguarding policy and sign Christian Aid’s Code of Conduct.

You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, a season ticket loan, and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance.

Competency questions

As part of your application you will be asked to demonstrate your suitability by giving answers to the following questions:

Building partnerships: Tell us of a time when you had to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with a wide range of contacts and networks

Innovation and Creativity: Please describe a situation where you came up with an improved approach to getting work done or addressing an issue