Pebblebeach is a small, but highly successful, fundraising and consultancy agency right in the heart of Brighton. We work with charities across the UK creating exciting and successful campaigns that deliver brilliant results – have a look at some of our work on our website. 

Thanks to expansion in our client base, we’re now looking for one or more Account Managers at different levels to join the team. Our ideal candidates will be account and/or project managers with experience in fundraising and direct marketing. We are seeking hardworkers; people with flair and a passion for the non-profit sector.

You’ll use your excellent organisational, scheduling and people management skills to manage client projects from concept to finished product – on time and to budget. You’ll be an integral part of the accounts team, delivering fundraising campaigns that will achieve fantastic results for some amazing causes. You'll have an exceptional eye for detail, be a proficient proofreader, good with numbers and able to work to multiple deadlines. You'll also thrive in a working environment that is busy, demanding, creative and fun.

It would be a distinct advantage if you’ve previously worked with charities in an Individual Giving capacity and/or have experience of Direct Mail pack management. Having worked for an agency in a previous role would also be desirable.

We offer an excellent overall package, including a generous holiday allowance.

To apply, please send your CV along with a one-page covering letter – addressed to our Business Director, Helen Stone – explaining why you're the person we should want to join our team. 

Applications close promptly at 5pm on 30 October 2020. Interviews will be held on 16 + 17 November 2020.

Pebblebeach Fundraising is an equal opportunities employer. 

The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR), the UK’s leading progressive think tank, is looking to recruit a Researcher to join its Energy, Climate, Housing and Infrastructure (ECHI) team in IPPR’s London office.

It’s an exciting time to be joining IPPR and the ECHI team which is running one of the institute’s flagship programmes - the Environmental Justice Commission - developing a plan of action to address the climate and environmental emergency and to deliver economic and social justice. The team also undertakes wider work on housing, infrastructure and the built environment.

The successful Researcher will be a self-starter, willing to work across a range of projects and policy themes, as part of a busy and friendly team. Duties will include: conducting research, analysing data, writing reports, contributing to project development and assisting with events.

The role offers the chance to develop a career within research and policy, and the successful candidate will be supported to progress within and/or outside of IPPR.

If you have proven research skills and a good understanding of one or more of the following areas - energy, climate, housing, infrastructure, the built environment and sustainability, this is the ideal job for you. You will also have an interest in the political debates around the policy areas that the team covers.

With excellent written and verbal communication skills you will be able to manage a busy workload to meet deadlines coupled with a clear commitment to the ethos of IPPR.

By joining us you will have a chance to take an active part in the debate on the future of environmental, housing and infrastructure policy across the UK.

IPPR is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, and from applicants with a range of professional experience. As an organisation engaging in critical debate about a wide range of progressive policy issues, we value the creativity and range of perspectives that a diverse team can provide

As part of our commitment to flexible working we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant to fill the post including, remote working, job-share and secondment. All options can be discussed at interview stage.

Before applying, please go to our website to read the information pack and job description. For a discussion or if you have questions about the role, please contact Jonny Webb, Research Fellow in the ECHI Team on j. webb @ ippr. org

A CV with a 2-page personal statement on why you want this position and why you think you are suited to the job should be returned to applications @ ippr. org. To complete your application please make sure to complete the IPPR diversity monitoring form, link on the website.

Interviews will be  held w/c 9 November 2020

Job Description

Job Title: Fundraising and Marketing Manager.

Location: London (Marylebone).

Hiring Date: From January 4th 2021 (Initial 12 month contract with the possibility of renewal)

Reports to: Michael Rivera King, Director of Ashinaga UK.

Supervising: Partnerships and Philanthropy Coordinator (part-time) & Grants and Fundraising Coordinator (part-time).

Salary: £32,000 - £38,000 dependent on candidate’s experience (includes London weighting and commuting allowance).

Pension: You will be enrolled in our Personal Pension Scheme and Ashinaga UK will match your contributions by up to 8% of your basic salary.

Deadline for applications: November 1st 2020.

Holiday allowance: 24 days per annum (pro-rata - in addition to public holidays).

Application: Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Ashinaga Association in the UK is currently financially supported by the Ashinaga Foundation, with the aim that we become financially self-sufficient. The Fundraising and Marketing (F&M) Manager is tasked with further developing the strategy to achieve this and executing this transition. They will be supported in this by two part-time fundraising coordinators and the director.

For Fundraising, the F&M Manager is responsible for leading on the further development and implementation of Ashinaga UK’s annual fundraising strategy. They are expected to: undertake proactive, responsive and accurate research on prospects and potential sources of funding; develop and cultivate relationships with companies, major donors, trusts, foundations and other individuals or organisations who may support our work; assist with writing, coordination and submission of funding applications to donors; plan and implement fundraising campaigns; and meet fundraising targets.

For Marketing, the F&M Manager will lead on the development of Ashinaga UK’s marketing campaigns; manage and promote Ashinaga UK through various platforms (website, email, social media, traditional media, print); represent Ashinaga UK at events; and design and market Ashinaga UK’s events across the year. This will involve working closely with the ‘Student Relations and Programming Team’ to ensure student engagement in this work.

The F&M Manager is also expected to support the office and program as is required.

Minimum required qualifications, experience, skills:

• A bachelor’s degree or above.
• Native level of English.
• Have the right to work in the UK.
• A proven track record of fundraising, with a minimum of 5 years of experience. 
• Experience scaling up a smaller charity or transitioning from a single donor by building a donor base.
• Experience of proactively researching and engaging current and prospective funders.
• Experience leading marketing campaigns working through various social media platforms and traditional forms of media.
• Strong IT skills (Salesforce CRM, Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and good attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and presentation abilities.
• Proven experience of thinking, developing and delivering ‘strategically’.
• Capable of organising, prioritising, and multi-tasking independently.

Desired:

• Experience of working with educational programmes or a demonstrated passion for widening access to education.
• Experience developing relationships with members of senior management (such as directors or trustees).
• Experience of working with programmes related to sub-Saharan Africa or a demonstrated passion for the development of this region.
• Experience with Google Ads and paid for social media services.
• Proficiency in Japanese, French, Portuguese, Kiswahili or other major African languages.
• Experience of managing a small team.
• Cross-cultural communication skills.
• Ability to be adaptable and flexible with work priorities. 

Notice period:

The fundraising and marketing manager can terminate their employment by giving one month’s written notice though where possible we would prefer two months’ notice as it ensures a smooth transition.

Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Ashinaga Association in the UK is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. You and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Equality is at the heart of our work as a charity and we are committed to equality in our workforce as well as our work. Organisations that do this well achieve more and, more simply, the right thing to do – everyone should have a work environment that allows them to thrive and contribute to their full potential. We are actively looking to better serve the needs of the communities we serve and welcome applications from all backgrounds. 

As Advocacy Service Manager, you will oversee, inform and create a service delivery strategy that contributes to the effectiveness of the service and is contract compliant. 

You will lead on the service delivery of the One advocacy contract, a statutory provision within Citizens Advice Mid Mercia (CAMM). 

You will provide a robust, reliable, professional, consistent and boundaried service to adults within Derby City, with a small team of direct reports; staff and volunteers alike:

• IMCA
• RPPR (DoLS)
• IMHA
• Care Act
• NHS complaints
• Specialist (non-statutory advocacy).

Planning and development

• Have safeguarding is at the forefront of all practice within the One advocacy team
• Advise Dep. CEO/SMT on staffing and service delivery issues
• Co-ordinate activities, procedures and systems to promote common policies and/or practices within the appropriate service delivery area
• Implement IT and other resource strategies within CAMM guidelines
• Participate in initiatives as appropriate and contribute to the work of partners and stakeholders
• Support the strategic development of CAMM & One advocacy, to ensure its management and services to clients reflect and support the CAMM quality and diversity strategy.

Service delivery

• Record and analyse data to provide reports to Commissioners
• Supervise the work of the team to ensure that standards meet CAMM and funders contractual requirements
• Ensure service delivery and adequate cover from available staff
• Monitor, report and feedback the quality of advocacy support provided
• Maintain and develop standards of service delivery
• Research, identify and respond to advocacy needs, in particular the needs of identified vulnerable client demographics
• Ensure that appropriate systems are developed and maintained for case recording, statistics, follow up work and quality control
• Assist and advise the relevant managers on compliance with CAMM and external funders
• Provide performance reports on a monthly basis to the Dep. CEO.

Financial management

• Contribute to decisions on allocation of resources
• Oversee the team budget for expenses and training
• Responsibility for spot purchase contracts, invoices and payments.

Staff management

• Ensure all team members are aware of, and able to effectively report and disclose safeguarding concerns
• Ability to delegate as appropriate
• Attend regular meetings of the management team
• Schedule, attend and document regular team meetings
• Create a positive working environment in which equality and diversity are well-managed, dignity at work is upheld and staff can do their best, ensuring CORE values are adhered to at all times
• Ensure the effective performance management and development of staff through weekly supervision sessions, the appraisal process and learning and development, incl. the disciplinary and capability processes and reflective practice
• Able to prioritise own caseload, and that of individual team members
• Plan and allocate work, monitor achievement of deadlines and support staff as appropriate
• Ensure that the service area is adequately staffed and resourced
• In accordance with CAMM and service procedures, assist the SMT in implementing employment policies and procedures
• Encourage good teamwork and lines of communication between all members of staff
• Ensure recruitment, induction and training of new staff as appropriate.

Administration

• Oversee and monitor effective and efficient administrative systems
• Monitor an effective health and safety policy with regard to staff, equipment and premises within statutory requirements
• Maintain complaints procedures in accordance with CAMM guidelines.

Learning and development

• Undertake mentoring, coaching and effective development of staff and volunteers by checking competences, case reviews, file audits and shadowing
• Identify and implement own learning and development needs
• Maintain the service area's learning and development plan
• Identify knowledge gaps within the team and source external training
• Record all individual and team training attended, for Commissioners reports
• Identify the learning and development needs of staff through support and supervision and contribute towards CAMM’s learning and development plan.

Person specification

• The ability to commit to, and work within, the aims, principles and policies of CAMM and one advocacy
• Proven ability to manage people including the ability to recruit, develop and motivate staff and volunteers
• Able to create a positive working environment in which equality and diversity are well managed, dignity at work is upheld and staff are empowered and motivated to do their best
• Ability to monitor and maintain casework systems and procedures
• Proven ability of monitoring and maintaining service delivery against agreed targets
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex information and produce and present clear reports verbally and in writing
• Ability to ensure best use of IT systems and packages in the provision of advice services
• Ability to monitor and analyse statistics and to check accuracy of calculations
• Ability to work with a variety of organisations and to earn and maintain the trust of those people
• Ability to lead and contribute to a team, including the ability to prioritise own work and the work of others, and take decisions in the day to day running of a busy service area, with constant interruptions
• Ability to manage a budget and contribute to decisions on the allocation of resources
• Ability to plan and manage projects
• Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD)
• Adhere to CAMM CORE values at all times.

Reports to: Deputy CEO/SMT

Interviews will be held when suitable candidates apply.

This vacancy will close when a suitable candidate has been found.

An application form and guidance can be downloaded from our website or this advertisement.

All completed applications should be sent to the email address at the end of the application form.

COVID-19 considerations:
Covid-19 measures in place in all office locations.

This is a demanding role that requires the individual to work with 10 wide-ranging AKDN multi-sector, profit and not-for-profit development and service agencies and institutions, present in 30+ countries. Working alongside them, the Senior Partnerships Manager facilitates the pursuit of new funding opportunities with European and Asian institutional donors, foundations and corporates.

Resource Mobilisation

•  Support the Partnerships team in brokering new relationships and strengthening existing ones with European and Asian institutional, foundations and corporate donors
• Lead the review and strengthening of concept notes and proposals across a wide array of sectors
• Develop and contribute to positioning pieces and communication materials (e.g. presentations, narrative overviews) to enable regular and effective engagement with donors
• Prepare donor briefs and talking points for donor meetings, referencing latest donor strategies, field-level discussions and possible donor/AKDN matches to consider positioning during meetings
• Establish close synergies with AKF’s North America units, AKF’s Head Office, AKF field units, relevant AKDN agencies and AKDN representatives
• Where appropriate, conduct donor or field visits to support discussions with new and existing strategic donors/partners ensuring consistent and coherent messaging

Grants management 

• Manage grants through regular coordination with relevant AKDN agencies/field units and AKF(UK)’s programme finance department to ensure projects are delivered on-time and on-budget; proactively support the resolution of challenges as they arise
• Support the preparation, review and feedback process on donor reports to ensure reports comply with donor requirements and are produced on time and to a high standard
• Be an interface with donors and communicate on a regular basis about the implementation of on-going grants in order to maintain a solid relationship and to address queries or challenges effectively

Networking and building public awareness

• Participate and actively engage in relevant networking events/conferences to build awareness of AKDN with the UK and European public more broadly
• Interface with the Communications team to identify opportunities and support the planning of events either directly targeting or planned jointly with AKF(UK)’s institutional donors (e.g., FCDO, KfW).

Leadership and People Management

• Play a leadership role in the unit by setting the example of consistently high standards
• Work with the Partnerships Officers to develop donor and inter-institutional relationships, develop and improve quality of concept notes/proposals and effectively manage grants
• Filter the team and unit's documents ensuring improvements in standards of writing, presentation, content and context

*Must have right to work in the UK

*Must include CV and a supporting statement that outlines why they want the role, why they want to work for AKF(UK) and how their experiences and skills to date will make them the most suitable applicant for the role

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field highly preferable

Skills

• Ability to set and lead vision in alignment with AKDN/AKF values and strategic plan
• Creativity, critical thinking and project management
• Must be an entrepreneurial, pro-active self-starter with maturity and emotional intelligence
• Ability to problem-solve, work independently and multi-task in a fast-paced environment with numerous and competing deadlines
• Ability to handle complex relationships with colleagues, governance and external stakeholders in a professional manner
• Excellent writing, speaking and other communications skills, with thoroughness and attention to detail
• Ability to provide stable, consistent, reliable and courteous communication when dealing with external organisations, senior colleagues and community members
• Strong IT skills, including Office and Excel

Knowledge

• Strong proven understanding and knowledge of the UK/European donor landscape
• Knowledge and commitment to international development and improving knowledge of these issues a distinct advantage

Experience

• A minimum of 4 years of experience working in international organisations or donor agencies, including field-level implementation or management, and at least 6 total years of professional experience.
• Experience in resource mobilisation and developing relationships, including direct experience with European (EU/EC, Germany, Norway, Sweden, UK) or Asian donors
• Experience in developing and writing proposals and arguments, business plans/cases, concept papers, briefs, executive summaries, as well as coordinating multiple inputs from a variety of sources, and simultaneously managing a variety of relationships
• Proven experience of managing relationships in complex organisations with numerous stakeholders
• Proven success in managing grants in complex organisations with numerous stakeholders

Girlguiding is currently recruiting a Centre Manager based at Blackland Farm Activity Centre in the beautiful Sussex countryside.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the dynamic leadership team of Girlguiding’s national activity centres during a new phase of strategic development. You will work collaboratively with other national Centre Managers, the Strategic Operations Manager, and our Programme & Events Manager to develop, implement and review a long-term strategy for business growth and stability, in line with our strategic objectives.

As Centre Manager, you will be responsible for the recruitment, training, and development of a diverse staff team, leading them to deliver an exceptional guest experience. In addition, you will oversee adherence to health & safety management systems, and the upkeep of estate grounds, facilities, and maintenance. Furthermore, you will manage the delivery of daily operations at the centre, including outdoor activity and camping provision, event delivery, self-catering hire, and an onsite shop, all with associated budgets.

We are looking for a dedicated professional from the outdoor activity sector, with excellent communication skills that support positive engagement with our stakeholders. You will possess an enthusiasm for outdoor adventure experiences and for motivating and influencing staff. You will also have experience of business, facility, and financial management. Additionally, it will be essential for you to demonstrate an ability to engage with a variety of guest and volunteer, and to show your commitment to our organisational ethos and values.

Due to the nature of the role, evening, overnight and weekend work will be required.

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.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with research and writing skills and knowledge of the situation in Tibet to communicate what is happening in Tibet to the world.

Tibet Watch’s field research team in Dharamsala, India, is our most important connection to Tibet, and is key to our understanding of the situation there and the fact-based reporting that is so vital for our advocacy and campaigns. Your role will be a London-based link person to communicate with, evaluate, synthesise and steer information from that research team. You will ensure that evidence gathered by the field team is processed and turned into reports, news stories and human rights submissions in order to bring China’s repression and human rights abuses in Tibet to the attention of key stakeholders and the public. You will provide direction and coordination to the team as well as providing  editorial output.

The Senior Researcher will be part of a small, closely knit team which operates on a flexible basis.  We offer 25 days pro rata annual leave in addition to public holidays and time off over Christmas.  Additional benefits include a flexi-time policy, pension scheme and interest free season ticket loans.

We encourage Tibetans to apply for this position. Appointment will be based on merit alone.

As the UK’s national body for the humanities and social sciences, the British Academy champions the study of peoples, cultures and societies – past, present and future. Bringing independence, authority and objectivity to complex issues, we contribute significantly to public policy, skills, education and research and help to shape both society and the economy.

There is an opportunity to join us as part of the Research Funding Team. The Team works closely with Fellows, Officers and Committees of the Academy to manage and support the growing portfolio of research funding opportunities which funds excellent researchers to address many of the challenges we face today, supports the next generation of research leaders, and provides authoritative and impartial evidence and advice to policymakers. They also engage with the research community to raise awareness and engagement with the Academy’s research funding opportunities.

The Research Funding Assistant will support the work of the Team across the portfolio of funding schemes, with specific administrative responsibilities for the support of ongoing activities and tasks related to the delivery of Newton International Fellowships and UK funded schemes. They will support the monitoring and reporting of the Academy’s research funding opportunities, as well as the decision-making processes for the delivery of funding schemes and awards, including helping to organise and manage selection meetings. The successful candidate will proactively work with colleagues across the Academy, in addition to engaging with the research community to raise awareness and engagement with the Academy’s research funding opportunities.

We are seeking an individual who is committed to deliver the role to a high standard, whilst supporting change, and enthusiastic to work collaboratively to deliver the goals of the role, the team and the wider organisation. They will have experience of office practices and administrative processes, with the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. They will be very organised and methodical in their approach, extremely flexible, comfortable dealing with changing priorities and happy to travel nationally, where required.

The Academy offers 34 days of annual holiday + bank holidays, excellent benefits (including a defined benefit pension scheme) and one of the best locations in London.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion statement 

As a key part of our People Strategy, the British Academy is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment, promoting equal opportunity, and addressing under-representation.  We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We will make reasonable adjustments to support disabled job applicants and offer an interview to those meeting the minimum selection criteria.

You can find more information on the Academy’s vision and current activities on our website.

HOW TO APPLY:

The recruitment pack including the job description and person specification is available on The British Academy Website via the Apply button. Once you have had an opportunity to read through both documents carefully, please send a copy of your CV accompanied by a covering letter, outlining why you are particularly suited to this role and how you fulfil the criteria listed within the person specification. For further information and to apply, please click the Apply button to be redirected to our website.

Please also submit a completed equal opportunities form, which will be treated confidentially and separated from your application prior to the shortlisting process.

All applications should be e-mailed.

IMPORTANT TO NOTE:

The closing date for applications is Midday, 7th October 2020.

All applications received after the closing date will not be reviewed. 

Candidates who are shortlisted will be notified by the week commencing 12th October 2020.

If you do not hear from us by this date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. 

Interviews will take place on Wednesday, 21st October 2020.

Job Title: Trusts and Funds Manager

Employer: Citizens Online

Freelance Contract: maximum daily rate £250 (excluding VAT) Estimated 1-3 days per week up to maximum 35 days work to 31 March 2021

Hours: Hours flexible over Monday to Friday

Base:The post-holder will work remotely

Managed by: Managing Director, Citizens Online

Background
Citizens Online is a UK charity committed to researching, addressing and promoting the issues of digital inclusion. In collaboration with a wide range of partners, they have delivered digital inclusion projects across the UK since 2000.

Living during lockdown has demonstrated to everyone how important digital skills and technologies are to make our lives easier. But there are 9 million adults in the UK who can’t use the internet. Citizens Online are determined to ensure no one is left behind in the digital age we now live in.

We work to support organisations who are transforming digitally to understand and embed digital inclusion principals. Our clients include Local Authorities, Housing Associations, Health Organisations and Government Departments. We also support individuals to improve their digital skills and confidence to use technology safely. We manage Digital Brighton & Hove which works with over 350 organisations across the City to support residents with digital skills.

The role

The Trusts and Funds Manager is a new role within the organisation. We’re looking for an experienced Trust fundraiser, with demonstrable success in raising income from Trust, Grants and Foundations. You’ll work closely with the CEO and Managing Director to establish and implement a long-term Trusts strategy for the organisation. You’ll be adept at building a Trusts portfolio and developing relationships with funders. You will have outstanding written and communication skills to write persuasive cases of support for applications and impact reports.

This job is for a motivated, self-starter who has knowledge and ideas about the ideal funding partners who can support Citizens Online to ensure that no-one is left behind in the digital world we now live in. An understanding of digital exclusion issues and interest in the social value of digital technology would be an advantage. 

We are all based remotely so would expect you to be able to work from home and participate in video calls with the team occasionally.

Responsibilities

• To develop and deliver a Trusts and Funds Fundraising Strategy
   
• Lead on all applications, writing clear and engaging copy of a high standard
   
• Research and develop new income generation opportunities, producing an achievable pipeline of prospects
   
• Develop strong relationships with funders where necessary
   
• Produce monthly reports to inform the Board and Senior Management of fundraising activity
   
• Build good working relationships with colleagues across the organisation
   
• Ensure all information is recorded on appropriate systems in an accurate and timely manner
   
• Ensure all income is banked in an accurate, compliant and timely manner
   
• Adhere to all compliance processes to ensure good governance

Application Process:

Please apply online at charity job by sending your CV (maximum 2 sides) and a Covering Letter (maximum 600 words) that together demonstrate why you would be a good candidate for the role.  

Important: Please include your day rate, inclusive of all costs, in your application. 

• Application closing date is 10:00am on Friday 23th October
   
• Interviews will be held online using Zoom, around 27th -30th  October 

If you’re excited by this opportunity we’d love to hear from you. 

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably skilled and experienced people, regardless of their race, gender, physical ability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Project Manager – Salford Living Well Hub

The Living Well Hub is a single point of access to local mental health and wellbeing services.  Cruse is establishing a bereavement services, as part of the Living Well Hub in Salford.   The successful applicant will be:

• Shaping the delivery of bereavement services in Salford, now and for years to come
• Recruiting a body of volunteers, to provide a range of bereavement support services
• Ensuring that organisations in the community are trained to support bereaved people
• Engaging with partner organisations, to provide the best holistic service we can, for local people

The Project Manager role is based in Salford, Manchester.  You will be required to attend face to face meetings locally, and also online meetings as needed.

About Cruse Bereavement Care

Cruse Bereavement Care is the largest bereavement charity in the UK. Our mission is to offer support, advice and information to children, young people and adults when someone dies and to enhance societies care of bereaved people.

Applying for the Role

The closing date for this role is the 12 noon on 26th October 2020 with interviews arranged for the week commencing 9th November 2020.  These will be carried remotely via a web based platform.

Your application must consist of a CV and covering letter, which outlines your suitability for the role and should be no longer than two pages.  Applications received without a cover letter will not be considered.

Cruse welcomes and encourages applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation.

Closing date: 4 November 2020 at 11.30 pm (We will be reviewing applications as they come in and may close the role before this date).

Do you have a sound general knowledge of social policy issues and economics? And a track record of quickly getting up to speed with new policy areas and analysing their importance for defined groups of people and organisational objectives? Then join Shelter as a Policy Manager and you could soon be a key member of a team prides itself on its creation of well-grounded but creative policy that can challenge any think tank.

A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change — with individuals, in communities, across society – and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.

Part of our Communication, Policy and Campaigns Division, Shelter’s Policy team is responsible for developing  policy on housing and homelessness issues. Grounded in the experience of the people who use Shelter’s services every day, as well as in expert research, the team combines work on short term change in policy and practice at a national and local level with innovative policy development aimed at tackling the root causes of Britain’s housing crisis.  Whatever the challenge however, the central focus of the team’s work remains the same - to maximise its contribution to our core mission of delivering positive change for those in housing need. Are you ready to help deliver that change?

About the Role
A rare opportunity to play a lead role in developing Shelter’s policy programme on key strategic campaigning themes, this varied role will require you to quickly get to grips with the problems faced by the people who come to Shelter every day for help, thus enabling us to swiftly respond to and influence national and local policy. As well as developing innovative and workable proactive policy on the issues that get to the heart of our nation’s long-term housing problems, we’ll rely on you to help build upon the team’s good reputation. You’ll also be responsible for to line managing Policy Officers/Assistant Policy Officers, contributing to team management and development and deputising for the Head of Policy as and when required.

About you
You’ll need experience of developing innovative new policy, grounded in robust evidence and sensitive to public and/or cross-party political attitudes, which delivers positive change. You’ll also need a real passion for ending the housing crisis and the intellectual capacity and curiosity to seek out and develop the best ideas for doing this. Strong political nous and a campaigning mindset are important attributes too, as are the communication and strategic leadership skills it takes to work across an organisation to create real and effective policy changes through successful campaigning. Someone who excels at project scoping and management, engaging with stakeholders and communicating through policy maker events, social and traditional media comes naturally to you too. What’s more, you’re adept at distilling complex arguments to make them clear and understandable, focused on outcomes and able to work across boundaries to build and lead successful campaigns.

Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.

Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.

To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.

Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.

Shelter promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities),gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We also encourage applications from people, who have been homeless or have been at risk of homelessness. We are facing diverse problems, so need diverse people to tackle them.

We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.

Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

The Institute of Physics (IOP) is seeking a Head of Policy to join the Senior Management Team and lead the design and delivery of a high-profile programme of policy work and engagement that will underpin key parts of the IOP's five-year strategy.

Working with a talented policy team, colleagues from across the organisation and IOP members, the Head of Policy will spearhead the IOP's efforts to inform and influence decision makers and opinion formers in the UK and Ireland, to build strategic partnerships and to increase the visibility and impact of the IOP's policy work. The Head of Policy will play a central role in the development of ambitious new programmes and large scale projects with the aim of fostering national debate and long-lasting societal and economic impact. 

The role

This is a senior leadership role, reporting to the Director of Policy and Public Affairs and working closely with other members of the Executive Team.  The Head will lead and manage the policy team and work with colleagues from across the organisation (including other Heads and Policy Managers in Scotland, Ireland and Wales) to design and deliver projects and activities that bring the IOP's five-year strategy to life through an ambitious set of programmes.  The Head will also work with other Heads of department around the UK and Ireland to ensure the whole organisation is run efficiently.

They will be responsible for ensuring that there is excellent engagement with our membership, for making sure that policy projects and activities are high quality, high impact and consistent with the IOP’s strategy and business plan.

The person

We are seeking candidates who are dependable, strategic thinkers with leadership experience and excellent people management skills.

They must also be able to bring clear insight and creative, incisive thinking to bear on complex problems, be adept at analysing and using evidence to explore new solutions to major challenges and be able to provide intellectual leadership and direction to teams, individuals, programmes and projects. They will have a talent for bringing ideas to life with clear expression, first class presentation skills and vivid, compelling writing.

A demonstrable understanding of the social and economic importance of education, research and innovation and familiarity with UK and/or Irish science policy would be advantageous. We welcome candidates with backgrounds in policy, science, research and/or innovation.

This is an influential, leadership role, requiring the experience and confidence to work with a high degree of autonomy, but also the ability to work with colleagues across the organisation. The proven ability to achieve systemic change by influencing stakeholders will be key, with the ability to manage the ambiguity that comes from a changing environment essential. 

Experience will come from having led teams, contributing to senior organisational management, designing and delivering work plans, programmes and projects, working closely with members and/or partners and advising senior stakeholders, internal and external.

Why work with us?

The Institute of Physics is one of the world’s largest professional bodies and learned societies for physics. It is the national body for the UK and Ireland and also has a seat at international bodies including the UN.  Our members come from across the physics community whether in industry, academia, the classroom, technician roles or in training programmes as apprentices or students.  We are a world-leading science publisher and are proud to be a trusted and valued voice for the physics community.

The Institute of Physics (IOP) is the professional body and learned society for physics in the UK and Ireland. We seek to raise public awareness and understanding of physics and support the development of a diverse and inclusive physics community. As a charity, we’re here to ensure that physics delivers on its exceptional potential to benefit society.

We have an ambitious strategy and you’ll play a part in helping us to deliver it.  There’s never been a more exciting time to join the IOP!

As well as a competitive salary and professional development opportunities, we offer employees a comprehensive benefits package including an excellent pension scheme, private medical insurance and generous annual leave. We also offer a range of other benefits including childcare vouchers, gym membership and interest free season ticket loans.

The Impact and Learning Manager is responsible for leading evaluation and research for the charity and distilling learning into key insights that will help to set our policy agenda and inform future activity through programme and product design.

Could it be you?

As a participant of the Paul Hamlyn Foundation Teacher Development Fund we partnered with Sound Connections and Birmingham City University to undertake in-depth evaluation of our programmes. We are looking for someone who can use this base of evidence as a launch pad for a new standardised evaluation framework for Voices Foundation and for targeted, deep-dive research projects.

You will have a strong track record in designing, delivering and analysing evaluation frameworks, systems and methodologies. You will be able to build strong relationships with schools and Multi Academy Trusts and to successfully manage research and evaluation partners. You will also have the capability to collaborate closely with the Programme Manager to design and develop our programmes and interventions and ensure effective implementation.

You will be curious and creative. You will understand how evidence can add value to an organisation and support change for children and teachers. You will be a confident team player with exceptional communication, analytical, relationship management and workload management skills. You will have experience in managing budgets and to contributing to organisational strategy and policy.

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Term: Permanent
Hours of Work: 35 hours/week (Mon-Fri, 9.30am-5.30pm)
Holiday: 25 days plus statutory holiday
Reports to: CEO

We are seeking a highly efficient, experienced Administrator to join our small professional team. You must have excellent communications skills, be thorough and accurate, be able to multi-task, remain calm under pressure and add to our team dynamics. You must possess a range of administrative and secretarial skills including good IT skills. The post will involve supporting evening training events during term time approximately once a week.
Good interpersonal and teamwork skills are essential as is a sense of humour and the ability to exercise tact, diplomacy and sensitivity.
You need to be committed to our vision of ‘Developing Church of England Education’, be in sympathy with the aims and objectives of the Christian Church, and ideally have an understanding of the workings of the Church of England in Education.

This post is initially part of maternity cover arrangements and is expected to continue for approximately 12 months in the first instance.

Closing date for applications: 5pm Thursday 22nd October 2020
Interviews and assessment: Tuesday 10th November 2020
Commencement of employment: 4th January 2021