We currently have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to join our growing  Advocacy and Government Relations team as an Campaigns & Advocacy Officer to support and implement an effective programme of advocacy work across the UK, with a focus on Cats Protection’s public facing advocacy campaigns and advocacy related issues within communities across the country. You will join us working 35 Hours per week, on a permanent basis and will be based remotely. In return you will receive a competitive salary of up to £33,884.72 per annum plus excellent benefits.

Although this role is remote, please note there will be an expectation of regular visits to Cats Protection's National Cat Centre, Chelwood Gate, on the edge of Ashdown Forest. This is a remote location and public transport is limited, a driving license is essential for this role. There will also be travel to other areas of the country (covered under expenses) for events, team meetings and away days.

Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity with a nationwide network of adoption and homing centres, volunteer-run branches and charity shops. During 2021 we helped 137,000 cats and kittens. That's the equivalent of around 375 cats a day!

The Advocacy & Government Relations team leads for the charity on influencing decision makers and those whose policies, practices and decisions affect cat welfare across the UK. The team works to influence legislators, professional organisations and corporates. The team’s work has included publishing ‘The Time is Meow: A cat welfare action plan for Westminster’ following the 2019 election, launching a “Purrfect Landlords” campaign to encourage landlords to allow cats and calling for compulsory microchipping of cats across the UK. The team has run digital campaigns as part of its strategy for a number of years but is now looking to increase capacity and build a stronger level of engagement with our campaigners.

Responsibilities of our Campaigns & Advocacy Officer:

As our Campaigns & Advocacy Officer, you’ll be focusing on Cats Protection’s public facing advocacy campaigns. You will work to deliver effective public facing campaigns at a national and local level focussed on the advocacy teams core objectives. You will be creating and implementing effective campaign plans as well as producing campaign content for a variety of different mediums. This will involve a mixture of digital campaigning, and also leading on advocacy issues within local communities, by engaging with stakeholders and key decision makers. You will also be responsible for working with the Media, Web, Publications, Digital and Income Generation teams.

What we’re looking for in our Campaigns & Advocacy Officer:

• A strong understanding of the political landscape and experience of campaigning, advocacy, public affairs or influencing work
• Experience of working with volunteers/public supporters or campaigners
• Experience of digital campaigning and a strong understanding of how to motivate supporters/campaigners
• Proven ability to multi-task and work independently on own initiative, accurately and under pressure
• Experience of effective use of social media and the internet in an advocacy/campaign context
• An organised individual with good written, oral and great people skills

What we can offer you:

• Salary of up to £33,884.72 per annum plus excellent benefits
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 25 days per year
• Life assurance scheme as well as a range of health benefits, including private health care
• Employee Assistance Programme
• and much more

Join us as our Campaigns & Advocacy Officer and know you are helping to make a real difference to cats and kittens across the UK!

Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications or CVs that are emailed to us directly. Please note applications which are received after the closing date may not be responded to.

Closing date: 1st June 2022. Virtual interview date: W/C 6th June

Please note, should we receive a large amount of applications for this vacancy, we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised closing date. Cats Protection is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm.  We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Vacancy Reference Number:

UXWD/R/UKF-R1

Position title:

UX Web Designer

Reports to:

Digital Manager

Location:

Remote

Hours of Work:

Full-time, 35 hours per week

Salary guideline:

(Up to) £33,000.00 (commensurate with experience)

Terms of Employment:

Permanent Contract (with a 6-Months' Probationary Period)

Application Process & Closing Date:

Send an up-to-date CV and supporting Covering Letter by Email by no later than 15th June 2022

Note: 

• Strong Applicants may be contacted sooner, ahead of the closing date, to hold Online Interview with Muslim Hands; therefore, please familiarise yourself with MS Teams and Zoom Meetings, prior to submitting your application.
• Deadline for applications is 15th June 2022 however we reserve the right to end the application procedure early should the right candidate be found. 

Main purpose of the Role:

There’s a lot of great things happening at Muslim Hands, making it a good time to join this leading international charity, which delivers emergency relief and long-term projects in over 40 countries. We are currently looking for an experienced UX Web Designer to join the Digital Team and take our digital platforms to the next level.

The chosen candidate will manage the transformation and optimisation of all MH websites, beginning with our flagship UK site. Working closely with a web design agency, you will be a friendly people’s person who can explain complex ideas to stakeholders in easy to understand ways.

The chosen candidate will have a keen eye for detail, be highly creative and will need to be someone who can solve complex design problems. This is a fantastic opportunity for a UX Web Designer to make their mark.

Main responsibilities:-

Essential

• Strong UX/UI understanding of principles and best practices
• Experience working with wireframing tools, such as Figma or similar
• Demonstrable experience of website creation from brief to completion
• Knowledge of information architecture, online user behaviour, user personas and experience journeys
• Improving UX through A/B testing with a view to increasing conversions
• Strong experience of content planning and designing production workflows
• Working knowledge of site analytics
• Have a ‘mobile first’ attitude to web design.

Desirable

• 2+ years in a similar role
• Experience of usability testing and working knowledge of data governance, procedures and systems
• Experience in in managing external design agencies
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills and awareness of new EU General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)
• Must be proficient with CMS systems or have strong CMS experience - Umbraco CMS experience is ideal
• Will have exceptional IT skills and a practical knowledge of web technologies (HTML, SEO, CSS etc.)
• Ability to travel to our Nottingham office when required.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to demonstrate current eligibility to work within the United Kingdom
• Must be able to either:

Provide a valid Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate (issued within the last year) when requested by Muslim Hands; OR

Undertake to provide full cooperation for Muslim Hands to perform a DBS Check at the required level appropriate for this / similar role.

• Demonstrate Muslim Hands’ values and ethics in own working practices, approach and conduct
• To support with Fundraising activities from time-to-time
• To undertake any reasonable responsibilities as required by the Line Manager
• To promote and adhere to all Muslim Hands Policies, Procedures and Professional Practices.

NB: 

• This Job Description is illustrative and non-exhaustive in scope.  The post-holder may be required to undertake any reasonable tasks as and when required by Line Manager from time to time to reflect the changing needs of the Organisation.
• Unfortunately, we will only be able to contact successful candidates so if you have not heard from us by the closure date unfortunately your application will have been unsuccessful.

Description

Location: London, Edinburgh, or UK remote

Position Status: Full-time, Open terms

Salary: London: circa 35K, Edinburgh: circa 30K; depending on experience

Reporting to: Head of Media & Communications

Closing date:  May 17th. 

Please note that applications should include CV and a Cover Letter to be considered.

Candidates must hold independant right to work in the UK at the time of appointment.

About Mercy Corps

Mercy Corps is a leading global organisation powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In conflict, in disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for the future.

Mercy Corps Europe has grown rapidly in terms of volume of activity and complexity. With offices in Edinburgh, London, The Hague, and Geneva, we now attract over £120m in income. The breadth and impact of our programmes makes Mercy Corps a unique and truly rewarding place to work. Our teams are proud of what we achieve in the field and we are always looking for talented individuals who share our passion and commitment.

The Team

The Senior Digital Content Officer will be part of Mercy Corps’ Resource Development (RD) team, advancing the organisation’s strategic goals and supporting our worldwide team by raising flexible funds, profile, and influence. The RD team encompasses several dozen dynamic professionals who possess a wide range of skills. We are gift officers, direct response fundraisers, web developers, marketers, and media relations strategists. We are database managers, digital specialists, strategic designers, storytellers, and teachers. Most of all, we are passionate about Mercy Corps’ mission and creating compelling, authentic experiences for current and future supporters.
 

The role

The Senior Digital Content Officer will support Mercy Corps Europe’s strategy and growth objectives by promoting compelling content across our digital channels, including our website, emails, and social media. In close collaboration with our Europe and Global teams, this role will identify storytelling and campaign opportunities that strengthen our relationship with current and future European supporters.

You will be stepping into a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment. We need someone who is excited by change and new challenges, has deep experience in digital marketing, and is highly effective at working across teams to make an impact.

Essential Job Responsibilities

●Develop and deliver social content plans designed to deliver reach, awareness and engagement.

●Collaborate with Mercy Corps Europe colleagues to understand and stay informed of key digital audiences and their needs

●Develop compelling content to engage, cultivate and nurture Mercy Corps’ online communities.

●       Produce or edit social media content, including writing, copy editing, and designing graphics/videos using Canva, Adobe Illustrator, or Premier pro.

●        As needed, collaborate with and lead creative teams in developing additional social content including evergreen concepts, templates, etc.

●Share digital content ideas through participation in editorial processes supporting our digital channels

●Improve coordination and editorial alignment between Europe and Global digital marketing through process improvement

●Lead integrated marketing campaign production and execution for European audiences, sharing potential concepts as well as leveraging concepts and creative generated by the Global team

●Assist with creating and maintaining landing pages, evergreen pages, and blog articles on our website

●Translate digital content, as needed, from American English to British English, to support UK audiences

●Analyse social and digital channels using insight tools to refine plans in real time, set KPIs and make recommendations for the adaptation of plans or future strategies.

●Identify new potential platforms and digital marketing channels to reach current and prospective European supporters

●Ensure UX consistency and brand guidelines are followed across all digital channels

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Accountability

Reports Directly To: Head of Media & Communications (Europe); Managing Director, Digital Marketing (US)

Works Directly With: Mercy Corps Europe Fundraising, Policy and Advocacy, Programmes teams. Mercy Corps Global Managing Director Digital Marketing and Brand Marketing Director

Accountability to Participants and Stakeholders

Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our program participants, community partners, other stakeholders, and to international standards guiding international relief and development work. We are committed to actively engaging communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects. 

Minimum Qualifications & Transferable Skills

The ideal candidate for this role is someone who:

●has a relevant degree, qualification, or expertise

●minimum 4 years of social media and digital marketing experience, including integrated campaign development and execution, content strategy, website content management, and email marketing

●has a deep understanding of the social media universe including Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and LinkedIn, and demonstrated knowledge of emerging platforms

●is an excellent communicator and writer

●has experience making improvements to processes

●has ability to own the planning, development, and implementation of projects

●has computer skills including Adobe Illustrator, Canva, Microsoft Office Suite, social listening platforms, and Google Analytics.

●has the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment while maintaining the respect of team members

●is adept at working across teams and geographies

●has a strong understanding for cultural, political, and religious environments among staff and in the countries we work with

●be driven by a passion for international development, social justice, and ending global poverty

●work well under deadline pressure

●some evening and weekend work may be required

Success Factors

●Excellent organisational and time management skills

●Systematic, with a strong eye for detail

●Advocates for the needs of our digital audiences and user-first UX

●Can work quickly, accurately, and to deadlines

●Able to build and maintain effective internal and external relationships

●Strong team worker and communicator 

●Able to cope with changing priorities, often at short notice, and work well under pressure

●Proactive and solutions-based attitude

●High levels of motivation, professionalism, and resilience

●An exposure to and interest in international development issues is important, along with an empathy for MC's mission

Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions

The position is based in the UK. Travel will be minimal. Mercy Corps team members represent the agency both during and outside of work hours when deployed in an international posting or on a visit/TDY to an international posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.

Ongoing Learning

In support of our belief that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities we serve, we empower all team members to dedicate 5% of their time to learning activities that further their personal and/or professional growth and development 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges. We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and authentic selves, reaches their potential as individuals and teams, and collaborates to do the best work of their lives.

We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination on any basis. We actively seek out diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be collectively stronger and have sustained global impact.

We are committed to providing an environment of respect and psychological safety where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We do not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability (including HIV/AIDS status), marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.

Safeguarding & Ethics

Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC and have signed on to the Interagency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct elearning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.

 As a safeguarding measure, Mercy Corps screens all potential US-Based employees. This is done following the conclusion of recruitment and prior to assuming full employment.

Our screening process is designed to be transparent and completed in partnership with new Team Members. You will have the opportunity to disclose any prior convictions at the conclusion of the recruitment process before the check is initiated. We ask that you do not disclose any prior convictions in your application materials or during the recruitment process.

The Talent Set are happy to be partnering with Barnardo’s to find their new Digital Content Manager (Digital Content Editor)

Barnardo’s offer a ‘work from anywhere’ policy, so this role is fully remote, home-based, although they do have hubs around the UK which many people choose to work from.

We are looking for a passionate Content expert to lead the content team, managing 2 Officers. You will be a strong website content developer, experienced in copy writing, editing, and commissioning, ideally with experience on Drupal. As well as being a great project and team manager, you will be confident developing relationships with stakeholders and experienced in strategic direction and narrative planning.

Key responsibilities include:

• Write and edit content to maintain a consistent tone of voice on our main website, blog and podcast.
• Plan and deliver content that considers best user journeys. Revise, optimise and improve areas on the website to improve the user journey for our key target audiences and to reduce bounce rates.
• Maintain robust processes for managing how content is stored, revised, approved and distributed using a single, central Media Library.
• Own and keep up to date the plans and the channel strategic approach for website, blog and podcast.
• Plan and manage the distribution of marketing content via Barnardo’s digital channels to maximise target audience reach and engagement.
• Report on the effectiveness of digital content marketing campaigns at appropriate intervals
• Proactively lead and manage day to day workload and activities, working closely with internal and external stakeholders as necessary, to ensure that progress on delivery and specified targets is monitored and reported regularly, and that any issues are addressed and resolved to the satisfaction of stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for capitalising on high search traffic volumes by publishing timely and relevant contributions from Barnardo’s.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven management skills in a large, complex not-for-profit or charity sector organisation with demonstrable ability to motivate a team
• Extensive experience using digital content management systems
• Excellent editorial and copywriting skills including professional experience in producing written content
• Ability to become an expert user of Barnardo’s primary tools for publishing digital content

If you’d like to find out more or be considered for this position, please apply with your CV as soon as possible. Regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to every application.

Along with Barnardo’s we are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

Please note any third party CVs submitted to Barnardo’s will be redirected to The Talent Set for review.

About us

Overcoming MS (OMS) is the world's leading multiple sclerosis healthy lifestyle charity.

We share the evidence behind the OMS program focussing on the everyday practical things that people can do to improve their health and quality of life. This includes following a plant-based diet, supplementing with vitamin D, exercising and using stress management techniques.

We aim to inform, support and empower everyone affected by MS to lead a full and healthy life. We provide information, including webinars and the OMS podcast. Our OMS Circles are a supportive worldwide volunteer group network. We campaign and fund open access to research into how lifestyle influences MS.

About the role

As our Digital Engagement Manager, you will help to deliver our digital strategy using your keen knowledge and passion for all things relating to digital. By working closely with the Head of Digital you will gain invaluable experience by helping to manage, improve and contribute to our global presence within the MS community.

Digital is central to achieving our mission as well as providing further information, support and a sense of community to those following the OMS program. You will take ownership of various digital projects, driving growth, providing highly valuable information and nurturing our close-knit and highly engaged community.

In your role, you will work closely and collaboratively with colleagues in the OMS team, members of our OMS community and other stakeholders to ensure a comprehensive and creative approach to our digital content.

Key Accountabilities

As Digital Engagement Manager, you will support the implementation of digital for the charity. You will be responsible for a variety of initiatives, campaigns and appeals across our digital channels and work alongside the Digital Content Manager. You will be able to advise and identify innovative digital solutions that meet both OMS and the Community’s needs.

Please download the key responsibilities and duties in the document attached to this role description.

This role is primarily home-based with occasional travel (potentially including Thame, London and other central locations).

Generous annual leave entitlement – 25 days plus one day for your birthday and bank holidays

Pension scheme

Salary £29,000-32,000, depending on experience level.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

We look forward to receiving your application. Please attach a covering letter, including answering the following questions:

1/ Why you are suitable for this role

2/ Your place of residence

3/ Your willingness to work in a largely remote role, mostly from home, as well as travelling to Thame, London and potentially other central locations for occasional meetings

4/ Your current salary

5/ Your notice period.

OMS is looking for an interim Digital Engagement Manager for an immediate start, while we recruit someone into the permanent role.

If you are keen to make a difference to our community by creating engaging and compelling content, which aligns to our strategy and goals.

About us

Overcoming MS (OMS) is the world's leading multiple sclerosis healthy lifestyle charity.

We share the evidence behind the OMS program focussing on the everyday practical things that people can do to improve their health and quality of life. This includes following a plant-based diet, supplementing with vitamin D, exercising and using stress management techniques.

We aim to inform, support and empower everyone affected by MS to lead a full and healthy life. We provide information, including webinars and the OMS podcast. Our OMS Circles are a supportive worldwide volunteer group network. We campaign and fund open access to research into how lifestyle influences MS.

About the role

In your role, you will work closely and collaboratively with colleagues in the OMS team, members of our OMS community and other stakeholders to ensure a comprehensive and creative approach to our digital content. If you have experience of successfully managing digital projects, we look forward to hearing from you.

Key Accountabilities

As Digital Engagement Manager, you will support the implementation of digital for the charity. You will be responsible for a variety of initiatives, campaigns and appeals across our digital channels and work alongside the Digital Content Manager. You will be able to advise and identify innovative digital solutions that meet both OMS and the Community’s needs. The areas you will work in will include:

1. Digital Projects

2. Digital Engagement

3. Digital Content support

Experience

● Proven experience in creating engaging online communications via email and on the web

● Previous experience of using a website content management system (CMS) and an email tool (MailChimp or similar).

● Experience of creating reports and using analytical software such as Google Analytics (desired)

● Proven experience of leading and managing digital projects

Skills and Knowledge

● Strong organisational skills – ability to run a range of simultaneous digital projects.

● Used to working at pace and prioritising a number of different tasks.

● Strong understanding of digital metrics.

● Excellent written communication skills, with excellent attention to detail.

● Ability to champion and use the lived experience of people on the OMS Program

● Computer literate and confident learning new programs and software.

● Excellent technical skills in using/navigating/supporting websites and social media channels.

● Strong eye for design.

Personality Traits

● A thorough approach to work and an eye for detail.

● Positive and upbeat energy.

● Highly creative.

● Flexibility and ability to work under pressure.

● Highly self-motivated and determined.

● Able to work independently and as part of a team.

● Creative problem-solver.

● Empathetic and understanding nature.

This interim role is primarily home-based with occasional travel to Thame and London. We are also recruiting for a permanent role.

We look forward to receiving your application. Please attach a covering letter, including answering the following questions:

1/ Why you are suitable for this role (please include the digital channels you have previously managed, which CMS you have previously used)

2/ Your place of residence

3/ Your willingness to work in a mostly remote role with occasional travel

4/ Your

5/ Your earliest possible start date

6/ Whether you would also like to be considered for the permanent role with the same scope.

Prospectus is thrilled to be supporting Cruse Bereavement Support in their search for a Digital Engagement Manager who will be responsible for the management and continuous improvement of their digital product portfolio. That includes the website, online self-assessment tool, academic journal, intranet and website for young people.

Cruse Bereavement Support is the leading and largest grief charity in the UK. They have been providing bereavement support for over 60 years and are constantly looking at new and improved ways they can reach and support more people, in a way that is right for them.

The main responsibilities for this role include working with the Communications Manager to create compelling and engaging online content, generate insights from the data and use that to make informed decisions, and optimize user journeys and experience for all their audiences: bereaved people, supporters, volunteers and professionals.

To be successful as a Digital Engagement Lead, you will have experience managing digital products, able to work to tight deadlines and engage with various stakeholders, and have a good understanding on CMS and fundraising platforms. You will be motivated to improve lives for the better and the ability to explain tech information to non-technical colleagues.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

In order to apply, simply submit your CV. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and arrange for a call to assess your suitability and discuss the role further.

We have an incredible opportunity for an experienced Digital Communications Manager to work for a rapidly growing pioneering, European Science, Environmental and Animal Welfare organisation.

Working with the Communications Manager, you will engage scientists, policymakers and food industry leaders across Europe through the use of digital platforms including website, e-newsletters and social media. You will also:

• Develop and deliver a digital engagement strategy to increase advocacy and support
• Manage and drive engagement with social media channels, website, newsletter, etc to develop impactful and engaging content
• Use analytics tool to monitor and report on the effectiveness of digital engagement strategies
• Manage paid social medial and other digital advertising campaigns

Our client is looking for a Digital Communications Manager who has digital communications experience including producing content for social media. You will also have:

• Exceptional written communication skills
• Creativity, resourcefulness, and problem-solving ability
• An eye for good design
• Ability to spot and act on communication opportunities and risk

The Talent Set are excited to be working with Barnardo’s to find their new Social Media Officer.

Barnardo's offers a flexible work environment with both fully remote and Hybrid working options in London avaialable.

We are looking to recruit an experienced Social Media Officer who will be part of Barnardo's Digital Content & Engagement team. The purpose of this role is to support the creation, commissioning, publishing, and distribution of marketing content across Barnardo’s organic social media channels.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Plan, create and deliver effective Social Media content plans, considering the channel-specific requirements, our business objectives, and audiences.
• Write, edit and track all organic social media content, working with colleagues to ensure full comms integration and consistent tone of voice.
• Engage with our audiences on social media channels ensuring best-practice community management
• Engage micro-influencers on social media and deliver regular influencer campaigns.
• Track and report on the effectiveness of social media content and digital engagement campaigns, as well as optimising for ongoing improvement.

If you’d like to find out more or be considered for this position, please apply with your CV as soon as possible. Regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to every application.

Along with Barnardo’s we are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.

Please note any third party CVs submitted to Barnardo’s will be redirected to The Talent Set for review.

MAIN PURPOSE OF POST  
   
You will be joining our fantastic Communications Team who keeps the charity thriving by promoting Women’s Aid’s messaging and mission to inform women how to get support, educate the public, influence decision-makers and bring about a world in which women and children are safe. 

This post holder for this role will work across the whole Communication Team, providing administrative and operational support.

We’re looking for someone with great people skills, as well as drive, initiative and determination. You’ll be diligent with details and accuracy, and have a dynamic approach to your work. You will be a natural problem solver, always looking to improve upon current processes to improve upon efficiency.

The post holder will develop and maintain both internal and external contacts and will need a thorough understanding of Women’s Aid’s work.  
   
DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  
   
1. Communications 

1. To monitor the Press inbox and messages to the wider Communications Team, triaging requests for Media colleagues and taking responsibility for responding to certain internal and external stakeholder groups, maintaining a professional approach at all times.

1. Support the team with data processing and filing of content such as domestic abuse survivors’ stories. 

1. To handle logistics around diary coordination across the team and throughout the organisation. 

1. To provide additional support at peak times of year such as our Winter Conference and International Women’s Day. 

1. To assist with the organisation of events as required.  
   

2. Information management

1. To collate departmental performance data for communications activities and campaigns.

1. To assist with the administration of communications activities such as digital mailings and event administration when required.

1. To carry out a range of information gathering activities as required, including online research.

1. Ensure that data processing is in accordance with GDPR compliance. 

PERSON SPECIFICATION: Communications Assistant

EXPERIENCE  
  Essential:

• Experience of building and maintaining strong relationships.
• Experience of working within a team and individually to achieve success.
• Experience of external stakeholder management. 

Desirable:

• Experience working in a charity environment. 
• Experience of working in a communications or press office. 

SKILLS & ABILITIES 

Essential:

• Excellent computer skills and experience using a wide range of computer packages, including Microsoft packages. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to liaise with people at all levels, on the telephone, face-to-face and in writing.
• Ability to carry out thorough research to keep up-to-date with communications opportunities.
• Demonstrable initiative and determination.

• Excellent attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage a busy workload.
• Ability to manage up, effectively. 

KNOWLEDGE  
  Essential:

• Knowledge and understanding of Feminism.
• Understanding of domestic abuse and the issues relating including the impacts on women and children.
• Understanding of the role of Women’s Aid.

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of GDPR and compliance. 
  

OTHER REQUIREMENTS  
  Essential:

• Able to demonstrate a commitment and sensitivity of the aims and objectives of Women’s Aid;
• Commitment to anti-racism and anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities. 
• Willingness to travel and work occasional unsocial hours as required. 
• To be flexible within the broad remit of the post. 

SUMMARY OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Terms of appointment:  

Offer of employment subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS assessment

at Standard level and Satisfactory Pre Employment Health Questionnaire and references.

Confirmation of appointment will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period.  This will normally be of six months (less for short term contracts).  During this time an employee will be expected to establish their suitability for the post. During the probationary period employment may be terminated in writing, giving one week's notice by either party (this may be waived by mutual agreement). Only any statutory dismissal procedure will apply during the probationary period. There is no probationary period for contracts of under 3 months.

Salary:  £23,577.00 (On an incremental scale guided by the Women’s Aid scale points 25 - 28) + benefits.  Salary is paid in arrears through bank credit by the 25th of each month.  Part time staff receive pro-rata payment based on hours worked.

Working hours: The standard working hours for this post are 37 hours per week; benefits include a generous annual leave package and contributory pension scheme.

Support and supervision: Women’s Aid has a commitment to providing regular supervision and support to staff with annual appraisals forming a key part of staff development.  We have a training policy in place and encourage staff to take an active role in their career development plan.  

Pension: Women’s Aid is enrolled with the People’s Pension scheme. Women’s Aid normally contributes 7% of salary and the employee contributes 3% towards the group pension scheme. Eligible staff will be automatically enrolled on the scheme when they have successfully completed the 3-month interim probationary review.  

Annual Leave: Women’s Aid offers an annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year rising by one day per year until 30 days annual leave per year is reached.  In addition, we offer 8 days public holidays plus 2 additional days in March and August. All leave entitlement is calculated pro-rata for part time employees.

Other leave: Employees have contractual rights to time off for reasons of sickness, maternity and other circumstances.

Period of notice: One week, increasing to 1 month after your probationary period has been completed.  

Union: You have a right to membership of a trade union. Women’s Aid recognises Unison.

Asylum and Immigration Act 1996:  To comply with this Act, Women’s Aid will need to see the original of at least one document from a specified list, most commonly a British Passport.

Additional information is available on request. 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Communications Officer to join our small but busy and highly respected communications team. You will be responsible for  Clinks’ social media presence, planning and coordinating e-communications and website content and providing support to Clinks’ staff in the writing and production of publications. You will ensure accuracy and consistency across our communications channels and play an important role in ensuring voluntary sector organisations working in criminal justice have access to up to date knowledge of developments in the criminal justice system and Clinks’ support. You will support the Communications Manager to implement Clinks’ communications strategy to develop Clinks’ profile and support the achievement of our strategic objectives.

This is an exciting role for the right person to work in a small but dynamic organisation, within a fast paced external environment, and where you will learn a lot from voluntary organisations working in criminal justice.

About Black Thrive
We exist to change the odds stacked against Black people by embedding race equity into systemic change so that thriving is not the exception but the norm.
Black Thrive Global evolved from the work of the Black Thrive Lambeth Partnership, which was established in 2016 to address the inequalities that negatively impact the mental health and wellbeing of Black people in Lambeth. Black people’s cumulative exposure to negative experiences and poor outcomes are not unique to Lambeth and Black Thrive Global was founded in 2020 to address the detrimental outcomes for Black people of African and Caribbean descent wherever they may be located. Our work covers all life stages – children and young people, working age adults and older adults. Our guiding principle is to centre the lived experiences of Black communities in all that we do and our strategic priorities are to embed race equity in systems change and to decolonise the evidence landscape.

Purpose of the role

This post is a central delivery role that will help with the implementation of the Communications Strategy, a key enabler for public co-production and participatory decision making. The role supports community-led consultation on how to improve trust and relationships between policing and Black Communities across London. The Community Engagement Officer will be undertaking a wide range of work including support with the development and distribution of communication content that is culturally appropriate, engaging and informative. This role is a great fit for someone who is energetic and committed, and has a passion for working directly with local communities and developing methods for local participation.

Main Accountabilities:

• Maintain relationships with local communities and partners
• Organise external workshops and events with the objective of hearing from a representative voice of London's Black communities
• Improve reach to community members and strengthen of already established relationships
• Update website and social media accounts as required
• Support the development of blog posts, reports, newsletters, social media content and other external facing communications content

Interviews on 26th May 
Closing date 23rd May
Application Instructions: Please send a cover letter and upload ONE document which contains your CV (of no more than 3 pages) and the completed equality and diversity monitoring form.

Events & Projects Officer

Home working with occasional meetings and events in the UK

12 months (initial contract), 17.5 hours per week (flexible)

Salary: £34,000 pro rata (equivalent to £17,000 for this 0.5 role)

The Sociological Review Foundation, a registered charity whose purpose is to advance the education of the public on the subject of sociology and related disciplines, are looking to appoint an Events & Projects Officer to join their team during an exciting time of organisational growth and development. The role reports directly to the Operations Director.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Operations Director, Senior Communications Officer, Project and Event Leads to coordinate a vibrant schedule of virtual and face-to-face events, including lectures, seminars, webinars, writing retreats, and public engagement initiatives, taking responsibility for event logistics and administration.

The successful candidate will:

• Assume organisational responsibility for in-person and online events
• Assists Project Leads and the Operations Director with the administration of projects

The successful candidate will work from home and attend two to three in-person team meetings per year in London or elsewhere in England (travel expenses will be covered). The regular days of work will be agreed with the candidate, taking into account their availabilities as well as the needs of the Foundation. Occasional evening or weekend work to attend events (approx. 10 events per year) is essential but notice of these dates will normally be available well in advance. 

We particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are currently under-represented within the Sociological Review Foundation.

To apply, please send your CV together with a 1-2-page cover letter to Attila Szanto, Operations Director. Please note that applications without a cover letter, or a cover letter that does not engage with the profile and activities of the Sociological Review Foundation, will be desk-rejected at application stage.

Do you love the Lord Jesus Christ, and want to see others put their trust in Him?

Have you served in the Armed Forces of the UK, a Commonwealth Nation or a NATO Ally?

If the answer to both question is ‘YES’ then we would like to discuss with you the possibility of serving with the Soldiers’ and Airmen’s Scripture Readers Association.

We are looking for individuals who:

• Are faithful and committed evangelical Christians with a heart’s desire to serve the Lord Jesus as His disciples
• Have the character and giftings to minister in a challenging environment
• Have the emotional intelligence to work wisely to help and support people from a wide range of backgrounds
• Work well in a diverse team
• Are willing to go back into uniform to serve those who work in our Armed Forces
• Have the backing and support of their church fellowship to undertake full-time Christian service
• Are prepared to be posted to any of a range of locations in the UK or abroad