Employee Relations Manager Jobs in Birmingham
SOS Children’s Villages UK is part of a global federation, which exists to ensure that each child and young person grows up with the healthy relationships they need to become their strongest selves. We are the world’s largest non-governmental organisation focused on supporting children and young people who don’t have, or who are at risk of losing, parental care.
We are now looking for an experienced Research Manager to lead on evidence-based research and insight management, who can utilise the wealth of data, insight and experience that SOS UK can access from around the world.
- Help shape and drive forward our new knowledge hub
- Improve our evidence base to strengthen fundraising, impact reporting and inform our programmes, advocacy and communications
- Accompany research projects, from beginning to end, as the main contact
- Identify opportunities for new research and collaboration
- Support the development of new research programmes
- Work with colleagues in the UK and across the SOS Children’s Villages Federation to achieve results.
If you are a dynamic and experienced research project manager, who can channel your passion for social change into a research strategy, looking for a pivotal role within a friendly, flexible, and supportive team, then this could be for you!
To Apply
Please read the full Candidate Pack attached which contains the entire job description and person specification, and submit a copy of your CV and a covering letter.
The deadline for applications is Sunday 6 April 2025, 17.00 UK time.
Please note: The post-holder must be UK-based and able to work on a permanent full-time contract. We are unable to provide employment sponsorship if required and unfortunately cannot progress applications without the required right to live and work in the UK on a permanent contract.
Please read the full Candidate Pack attached which contains the entire job description and person specification, and submit a copy of your CV and a role specific covering letter.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Student and Recent Graduate Engagement Manager will have sole responsibility for developing, leading and implementing a strategic programme which champions engagement with students and recent graduates across the University both on our Edgbaston and Dubai campuses. From arrivals weekend through to graduations and the first five years after University, the Student and Recent Graduate Engagement Manager will ensure a creative, engaging and tailored experience for students and recent graduates.
2025 marks the University’s 125th Anniversary, and the post holder will be responsible for maximising the opportunities presented by this occasion to support strategic imperatives around student recruitment, graduate employability and philanthropy.
The Student and Recent Graduate Engagement Manager will proactively seek opportunities for the Development and Alumni Relations Office to connect donors and volunteers with students and recent graduates, and to promote opportunities for students to benefit from the Birmingham in Action campaign. The post holder will represent DARO in relevant forums and networks across the University and will work alongside the senior teams in departments such as in Careers Network and the Guild of Students.
The Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO) exists to support The University of Birmingham's academic and student community by engaging, inspiring, and celebrating alumni, individuals, and charitable funders who give their money, time, and networks to support the University’s strategic priorities. The Office, which is comprised of five teams, is focused on fundraising and volunteering from alumni, organisations and individuals who are passionate about changing lives, through funding various research projects, supporting student bursaries, mentoring students, and providing internships, as well as providing a versatile programme of engagement opportunities for our global alumni community.
We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of staff and that diversity is a source of strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation, and debate. We warmly welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is at the heart of who and what we are, and how we work.
Supporting our people to achieve a healthy work/life balance is important both to our employees and to the success of the University and, depending on the role, we offer a variety of flexible working arrangements. We therefore welcome discussions on all forms of flexible working. In addition, you will receive a generous package of benefits including 40 days paid holiday a year, one paid day a year for volunteering, occupational sick pay, and a pension scheme.
World-class research and outstanding global education





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We are recruiting for a Director of Finance who will also act as Company Secretary; based at our office in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the financial operations of the charity, whilst leading the development of our financial strategy and aligning it to our objectives. It’s a really exciting time to join us as we begin to embed our new five-year strategy and the successful candidate will be part of this transformational change. You will also liaise closely with the Board of Trustees being responsible for financial planning, oversight and reporting regulatory compliance.
Our ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and a strong finance business partnering approach. You will have a continuous improvement mindset with the drive to make a difference and a proven track record of bringing people on a finance transformation journey. You will be sufficiently self-motivated to learn and improve processes to enhance efficiency.
This is a highly rewarding role working within a charity committed to keeping children safe from sexual harm. It is anticipated that this role will commence 1st October 2025; however, there is scope for an earlier induction period to work alongside the current postholder.
If you want to work with people who care about making a difference and have a can-do attitude, we would love to hear from you - please contact us for an application pack.
We offer hybrid working, a NEST pension, 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays (rising to 38 days after 5 years’ successful service), charity discounts, Employee Assistance Programme and Benenden medical cover.
To prevent child sexual abuse and exploitation
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Salary (UK): £29,291 plus benefits (Our pay philosophy ensures consistency across locations and salaries. The starting salary for this opportunity plus benefits depends on location of the candidate).
The role:
Mary’s Meals International is recruiting for an enthusiastic Media Relations Officer to join our global communications team. Reporting to our International Media Relations Manager, you will provide support in managing media relations for Mary’s Meals International (MMI). Working across our global family and with key media contacts, your work will raise awareness of our mission, as we strive to reach the next child waiting for Mary’s Meals.
Your impact:
- Draft and review high-quality press releases and bespoke comments for MMI and affiliates.
- Distribute press releases and media statements to key contacts, including journalists and editors.
- Identify and reach out to international media contacts and respond to media enquiries.
- Research and manage media databases, including affiliate access and relationships.
- Follow up on media pitches and support interviews with MMI spokespeople.
- Collate and analyse media coverage and draft monthly reports for senior management.
- Liaise with National and Programme affiliates to support their media efforts.
- Assist in organising media events and coverage for Mary’s Meals events.
- Support crisis response situations and represent Mary’s Meals when required.
- Support the organisation and follow-up of media trips.
- Work closely with the Communications Team to ensure consistent messaging.
- Lead on podcast pitches and curate podcast programming.
You will bring:
- Experience in media writing and journalism from an international environment.
- Fluency in English and at least one other language.
- Proven experience of working in a busy press office, promoting media stories and handling urgent media calls.
- Strong understanding of news outlets and effective media collaboration.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Cultural sensitivity and a passion for the work of Mary’s Meals.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) with an aptitude and willingness to learn new technologies including Dot Digital, Canva and new AI tools.
About us:
We are happy for you to work remotely and flexibly, in a way that best supports your work life balance. We also have an office near Glasgow city centre for those who live nearby and would like to work from here occasionally or on a regular basis.
Mary’s Meals is a global movement supported by people from all walks of life and we are focused on one goal – that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. We continue to change the lives of over 2.4 million children who today will receive Mary’s Meals.
We believe in the innate goodness of people, respect the dignity of every human being and family life and believe in good stewardship of the resources entrusted to us. In line with our values, Mary’s Meals is fully committed to a culture of safeguarding. Mary’s Meals is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work and we expect all the Mary's Meals family to share this commitment and work in the best interest of the communities we serve. Our safe recruitment practices ensure that only those that are committed to our high standards join our movement.
Benefits (UK Based):
- 34 days annual leave (pro-rated for part time working patterns) including bank holidays, increasing by 1 day each completed calendar year, to a maximum of 39 days (+ option to buy another week)
- Flexible working
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Life assurance
- Medical insurance for candidates located in Kenya, Liberia, Malawi and Zambia
- Pension - depending on the location of the candidate. Any pension contribution paid as part of salary will be subject to normal statutory deductions.
Salary advertised is for UK based candidates, our salary philosophy ensures consistency across locations where Mary’s Meals operates (UK, Malawi, Zambia, Liberia, Kenya, Spain, Italy, Canada and Ireland).
This is a fantastic role where your daily work has real impact. Please click Apply to send your CV and a short covering note, highlighting your suitability and motivations in considering this role.
Closing date for applications is Monday 31st March 2025.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible
Our vision is that every child receives one daily meal in their place of education.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us:
The UK Cyber Security Council works to bring together stakeholders to build and drive engagement in the cyber security profession, through developing standards and ethical practice, demystifying career routes into the profession and promoting the profession.
In collaboration with multiple UK Government departments and the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) we develop, promote and oversee nationally recognised standards for cyber security, in support of the UK Government’s National Cyber Strategy to make the UK the safest place to live and work online.
The UK Cyber Security Council also offers organisational membership, which is open to all organisations that share an interest in promoting, supporting, and developing the cyber security profession.
About the role:
The Quality and Performance Manager will be responsible for cultivating a culture of excellence, emphasising high performance, quality, and compliance to exceed targets across the external licensed bodies. In this role, you will utilise your skills in stakeholder management, influence and coaching to enhance performance within the licensing area.
Your primary focus will involve collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure the seamless and efficient delivery of the professional registration process, tailored to meet the specific requirements of our users and participants. You will drive continuous improvement and promote best practices. A pivotal aspect of this position involves identifying performance challenges and effectively motivating and managing organisations and their teams to find solutions and elevate performance levels.
The ideal candidate will excel in building relationships and communication, maintaining productive cross-contractual and interdepartmental relationships with key stakeholders across different organisational levels to optimise performance.
Collaborating closely with external partners and the internal professionalisation and wider Council team, you will enhance and streamline performance by identifying, developing, and assisting in the implementation of innovative and impactful solutions. This role is centred around achieving results, requiring exceptional management and decision-making skills that can be applied to the intricate operations of complex licensed contracts.
To support these responsibilities, the role holder should possess knowledge and experience in reporting, analytics, data management, budgeting and enabling comprehensive and robust performance optimisation. Through ongoing performance analysis, you will provide guidance to licensed bodies to address and mitigate performance, quality, and compliance concerns while identifying key areas for improvement, ultimately establishing a proactive approach to managing performance related risks.
The role holder will need to work closely with the Head of Professionalisation to ensure updates, best practice and areas for improvement are communicated effectively and in an impactful way both internally and externally. It is expected that you will attend a range of external and internal events and initiatives to help raise the profile of and work of the Council, support pipeline growth and grow demand.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Quality
· Develop, implement, and manage quality practices that meet the requirements of the license, as well as requirements set by Government (NCSC and DSIT) to ensure that processes and procedures are compliant.
· Manage and improve the quality framework that delivers an excellent standard of assessment, ensuring that the outcomes are exceeded and improving applicants’ experience.
· Take a lead role in developing the Councils approach to understanding and measuring quality and outcomes through the whole professional registration process being administered by licensed bodies. Highlight areas of improvement, identify solutions and put plans in place,
· Develop a community where good practice can be shared.
· Be responsible for ensuring all relevant individuals are added to the professional register in a timely manner and communicated to appropriately by all parties
· To manage the day-to-day relationship with external partners and stakeholders, deal with any queries in a timely manner.
· Research, build and embed a feedback system to contribute to continuous improvement
· Work with the Director of Finance and Operations to ensure that payment structures are in place and undertake monthly reconciliation
· Ensure a robust moderation processes and plans are in place, work with the Technical Advisory Panel members and chairs to ensure members are aware of moderation support needs, complete them within agreed timescales and provide timely feedback to licensed bodies.
Performance
· Responsible for the performance management of contracts, ensuring internal and external reporting requirements are adhered to, KPI’s are set, managed and continuously reviewed and reported to LT.
· Oversee all renewal and extensions for client contracts, which will include financial and system performance based KPI’s, including the need to be accountable for the accuracy of financial tracking, cost control, overhead management, and invoicing.
· Managing audit requirements in relation to the contracts, including preparing documentation, coordination, addressing findings and maintaining records.
· Working with various internal and external partners to identify and define solutions for complex issues, working with the appropriate stakeholders to design and implement positive outcomes.
· Work with the marketing and comms lead to ensure that Marketing and comms plans meet the requirements of the license, and that the Council strategy is aligned to support.
· Work with the events and membership co-ordinator to highlight opportunities for collaboration with stakeholders and partners that will support Council strategic objectives.
General Responsibilities
· Lead on workstream as guided by Head of Professionalisation and in collaboration with Professionalisation team members
· Manage key risks and follow escalation process when necessary
· Ensure there is cohesive and aligned work with colleagues within the organisation
· Maintain open and effective communication with internal and external colleagues
· Prepare status reports as required for the Head of Professionalisation
· Comply with data protection legislation and act responsibly on matters of data disclosure both internally and to third parties
· Represent the Council in stakeholder meetings and external events
· Represent the Council in a professional manner and to act at all times in a manner which will not damage its reputation.
· Work from a positive, growth mindset to solve issues and problems that may arise and to adhere to the organisation values
· Carry out such tasks as the COO/Head of Professionalisation may from time to time deem necessary for the effective and efficient functioning of the Council
Person Specification:
Essential:
Experience
- Experience with self-assessment process and Quality Improvement plans
- Experience of creating cultures that embody positive change, continuous improvement and equality
- Experience of managing a supply chain including setting and achieving KPIs and contract conformance
- Management experience and understanding of contractual and performance management with the ability to deliver results
- Experience of successfully delivering an outcome-based contract
- Experience of driving performance, identifying areas of concern and implementing projects for performance improvement
Skills, knowledge and qualifications
- Clear understanding of the purpose of professional registration and associated processes
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to negotiate and influence a wide range of stakeholders
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively
- Ability to analyse a range of data from a range of sources to develop insights and support decisions
- Ability to respond quickly in a fast-moving environment, and make key decisions aligned to business goal
Personal Attributes & Approach
- Commitment to a registrant-centred approach
- Confident, positive and hard-working team player – happy to go above and beyond
- Ability to work flexibly within changing priorities and a capacity to be adaptable as required to deliver completed tasks to set deadlines
- Excellent IT and digital skills including Microsoft 365
- Ability to work on own initiative, as well as in consultation and negotiation with senior managers and other stakeholders as required
- Commitment, determination and resiliency
Desirable:
· Relevant QCF Assessor Qualification – e.g. D32/D33/A1/CAVA/TAQA Assessor
· Relevant Internal Verifier/Internal Quality Assurer qualification – e.g. D34/V1
· Previous audit experience
· Demonstrated success in producing efficiencies/increased outcomes against target
· Significant operational management experience
Next Steps
Deadline for application: Friday 28th March 5pm
Interviews: w/c 7th April or w/c 21st April
Start date: As soon as possible
Please send your up-to-date CV, along with a covering letter showing how you meet the essential criteria and any of the desirable criteria.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Action Through Enterprise is excited to be recruiting for a Finance Manager to join our growing team. This brilliant new role is crucial in enabling our wonderful small charity to thrive. The Finance Manager will be responsible for developing and strengthening our financial systems at an important time of growth. They will support the growth of the organisation through leading our financial management, providing detailed financial reporting, and strategic financial support to the Senior Leadership Team.
The Finance Manager will be responsible for:
- Set-up and ongoing management of accounting software (all records currently held on Excel)
- Bookkeeping (UK and Ghana)
- Monthly gift aid submissions to HMRC
- Regular financial reporting
- Cash flow forecasting
- Managing payroll (UK and Ghana, 50 total staff)
- Database management
- Working with and providing support and training to build financial capacity of Ghanaian colleagues
Person specification
Essential:
- Professional accountancy experience, ideally in a charity context
- Confident use of accounting software
- Experience of strengthening financial systems and delivering process improvements
- Advanced Microsoft Excel experience and skills, including importing data into accounting systems from third party sources and analysing data
- Excellent communication skills including the ability to translate and explain financial information to non-finance colleagues and stakeholders
- Good independent judgment
- Ambitious, results and impact-focused
- Outstanding attention to detail and organisational skills
- Happy to work independently, prioritising your own workload
- Ability to work as part of a team, cross culturally, with kindness and respect
- Committed to understanding and supporting the vision, values and ethos of Action Through Enterprise
Desirable:
- Experience in leading financial management in a growing organisation
- Experience in setting up accounting software
- Experience of producing statutory accounts, including audit and budget preparation
- Passion for making a difference for vulnerable children and adults
- Understanding of charity accounting and the charities SORP
What we offer
A vibrant, supportive international team
Flexible working hours
Remote working or office based (in Hungerford, Berkshire)
Brilliant inspiration – you will be an important part of something wonderful
Opportunities to grow the role as the charity grows
The deadline for applications is: Friday 21st March
Interview date: 27th March or 31st March
Salary: £20 per hour
Hours: 10 hours per week – working hours to be agreed
Start date: As soon as possible – to be agreed
Reporting to: Chief Executive
*Disclaimers*
- ATE is a fair, non-discriminatory employer and will consider all applications, shortlisting on merit and suitability against our recruitment policy.
- You will be asked to declare any personal or family relations with current ATE employees - this will not affect your application.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Kinship
We are Kinship. The leading kinship care charity in England and Wales. We’re here for kinship carers – friends or family who step up to raise a child when their parents aren’t able to.
Together, let’s commit to change for kinship families.
About the role
This role will support Kinship to operate as an effective and growing charity by ensuring effective day-to-day operations and seamless delivery of the People operations at the charity.
This role is pivotal and will hold responsibility for ensuring that all people activity is delivered in a timely and effective manner. You will ensure that all policies, procedures, and processes relating to the People function are up-to-date and legally compliant. This will include all employee lifecycle activities such as onboarding/offboarding, Employee Relations (including performance management), engagement and wellbeing, EDI, and learning and development.
The type of person we're looking for
You’ll bring your People skills, knowledge and experience to the role. You’ll need to be structured in your approach with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills to ensure that day-to-day issues are handled while also working to improve processes and systems for the organisation to work more effectively.
You will be able to effectively prioritise competing activities. With a positive mindset, you will creatively problem-solve, whilst showing empathy and compassion to our colleagues.
You will be highly motivated by our mission, recognising that excellent People processes are essential to allowing others to effectively complete their roles and achieve our mission. This role will require monthly travel to the London office.
Key responsibilities include:
- Working with the Chief Operating Officer (COO), the management team and Kinship’s external HR consultants (The HR Dept) to design, develop and embed a high-quality People function to support the employee life cycle.
- Manage HR Database (MyHR Toolkit) in conjunction with HR Dept, Applicant Tracking System, IHASCO, HR-Platform (DBS) and other platforms
- Ensure all People matters are handled consistently in line with legal requirements and Kinship’s policies and procedures, taking responsibility for the update and launch of the handbook and People Policies.
- Act as the first point of contact for line managers on all People queries signposting as appropriate to HR Dept.
- Ensure clear job descriptions, person specifications, recruitment packs and job adverts are legally compliant.
- Support and coach line managers on the recruitment and interview process including use of the applicant tracking system (ATS) platform.
- Contribute to the development of the charity’s induction framework.
- Ensure new joiners have an excellent onboarding and induction experience.
- Ensure offboarding processes are robust and implemented consistently to safeguard the charity’s assets and to comply with Data Protection rules.
Essential knowledge, abilities, skills and experience include:
- HR certification or significant demonstrable experience in supporting the development of a high-quality People function within a growing organisation.
- Ability to work in a changing and flexible organisation.
- Demonstrable problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
- Knowledge of best practices, employment laws, and regulations.
- Effective written communication skills with a proven ability to write accurately, clearly, and persuasively for different audiences.
- Demonstrable communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills – a genuine team player able to relate to a wide range of people.
- High level of accuracy and exceptional attention to detail – including strong numerical skills.
Kinship are an equal opportunities employer. We warmly welcome applications from appropriately qualified people from all sections of the community and aim to promote diversity.
What we’ll offer you
Kinship offers 30 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time) as well as a generous pension scheme. This fixed-term role is open to flexible working (school hours would be considered). We have an excellent wellbeing offer including the Employee Assistance Programme and clinical supervision. We will invest in your professional development with training and career development opportunities.
Kinship is committed to championing equality, diversity and inclusion. We believe our work is greatly enhanced by the varied backgrounds, experiences and views represented within our teams. We aim to create inclusive teams, celebrate differences and encourage everyone to join us and be their true self at work. We therefore encourage applications from anyone who fits our values, whatever their religion or belief, sex, gender identity, race, age, sexuality or disability and are actively seeking candidates that can bring real innovation and commitment to us.
This is a fantastic time to join a supportive and well-established team within an organisation with rapid growth ambitions. This role will be what you make it and we’re looking for someone to seize this opportunity!
How to apply
Please apply via Charity Job with your CV and a cover letter of no more than 2 pages. Please include your notice period and earliest availability to start in your cover letter.
- Application opens: Monday 10 March
- Application deadline: Monday 31 March, 10 AM.
- First interview: Online - starting from Thursday 20 March
- Second interview: In person - starting from Monday 24 March (travel expenses covered if required)
Some tips for your application:
- Make sure you’ve read the job description and the essential requirements – make sure your answer reflects those points in the requirements very clearly.
- Really tell us why you want to work for Kinship. We’re interested in working with people who share our values. You can read about our values above.
- Keep your response clear – use bullet points and short paragraphs if that helps. It will help the recruitment team to focus on your answer.
- Don’t go over 2 pages on your covering letter.
- Please do not use AI tools like ChatGPT to produce your answers. We use software to check and your application will be rejected if you do.
We will shortlist for this role on a rolling basis, so encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Kinship reserves the right to close a recruitment campaign earlier than the advertised where we have received sufficient applications.
Please ensure your cover letter is no more than 2 pages and includes your notice period/earliest availability
We support kinship carers in their homes and communities, giving advice and helping them work through problems to find the best way forward.





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Following the return of our co-founder Becca Dean MBE as CEO, we're excited to be recruiting for several new roles as we move into the next chapter of our journey. Having recently celebrated our 12th birthday, we're more determined than ever to reach even more girls and young women, and we’re building a brilliant team to help us do just that. If you're passionate about empowering the next generation, we’d love to hear from you.
THE ROLE
This is an exciting time to join The Girls’ Network as we seek to expand our work inspiring and empowering girls from the least advantaged communities. As an experienced HR professional, you will be key in ensuring that we recruit and retain great people whilst attaining best practice in our HR policies and procedures.
The People and Culture Manager will provide professional HR strength to The Girls’ Network and be responsible for training and development plans for our team. You will lead on recruitment, retention and policies and oversee and enhance the full employee lifecycle. As a small charity the role will necessarily include some basic administration activities as well as taking a strategic view.
Key roles and responsibilities
Recruitment
You will oversee the recruitment and selection process for all new hires.
- Ensure consistent and appropriate Job Descriptions for all roles (working with the hiring managers)
- Draft job advert and advertise roles in the relevant places, with a regular review of which sites are working
- Review and respond to CVs and all recruitment related enquiries, producing a short list of suitable candidates with the hiring manager
- Coordinate interviews including assisting with interview panel selection and interview questions
- Provide or organise interview training and support where necessary, with a particular focus on ensuring diverse recruitment and being aware of unconscious bias during the interview
- Feedback to candidates as required
- Feedback to candidates as required
- Complete the onboarding process including:
- induction programme for all new starters;
- availability of appropriate equipment;
- compliance with Health and Safety regulations applicable to home working
Staff Policies
- Update online staff handbook periodically to ensure up to date compliance and taking appropriate HR legal advice
- Review policies, recommending changes as needed to ensure that they reflect our mission to be a great place to work.
- Draft new policies and advise on improvements to existing policies
- Support colleagues with understanding and implementing the policies where necessary
- Review HR policy list periodically for completeness, introducing new policies as required from time to time or removing those no longer required.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
- Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of anti-discriminatory legislation and best practice, keeping Senior Leadership Team informed
- Ensure a continued focus in this area in respect of staff recruitment and retention
- Enhance good relations and practices towards different minority groups by researching, applying and promoting diversity initiatives and sharing best practice across The Girls’ Network
- Work with all staff to ensure that EDI is considered in all aspects of our work
Performance management and development
- Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that promotes The Girls’ Network’s values, drives high performance and encourages good quality staff retention
- Ensure staff performance is in place and documented consistently for all staff
- Help colleagues identify and undertake training needs, helping to build a culture of continuous improvement
- Ensure a continued focus on well-being and support
Well-being
- Take the lead on employee Well-being, providing direction and support, as well as coordinating the team's activities
- Ensure compliance with working time directives, raising any workload issues appropriately with line managers
- Introduce appropriate initiatives periodically such as a focus on Mental Health awareness
General HR management
You are responsible for overseeing all general administration around the HR function including, but not limited to:
- Ensuring the HR database and software are up to date with employee records
- Processing staff changes appropriately
- Keeping Payroll aware of changes affecting employee pay on a timely basis
- Tracking and maintenance of staff leave records
- Managing absences (eg, sick leave, maternity leave) in accordance with TGN policy and legal requirements
- Handling employee relations including grievances, reporting to Senior Management and supporting decision making
- Managing provision of staff benefits, including recommendations to Senior Management for improvements
- Maintaining pay structure and leading salary banding review when required
Other duties
As a small charity with limited resources, all staff are expected to be flexible with their work and as such you may be required to undertake other duties and tasks as assigned from time to time.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE
Essential
- Proven, demonstrable experience in a similar role
- Experience of leading the recruitment process, in particular attracting diverse candidates
- Good working knowledge of UK HR laws and regulations, taking appropriate advice as required
- Skilled in supporting employees with performance management, in particular within a small charity where staff are based from home
- Knowledge of HR systems and databases
- Excellent written skills, including the production of policy and guidance documents
- Comfortable working with high degree of autonomy, often with limited budgets and to deadline
- Competence managing interpersonal relationships at all levels
- Passion for The Girls’ Network’s mission and an interest in issues related to mentoring and equality
- You are flexible in your approach to working with a small organisation and understand the time and resource limitations.
Desirable
- Experience of implementing a values-based approach to recruitment and performance management
- You have safeguarding knowledge and experience
- Understanding of or experience of working from home
- Experience of working in a small charity
For more information about our organisation and details on how to apply, please visit our website and download the candidate pack.
Good luck with your application.
Our mission is to inspire and empower girls from the least advantaged communities by connecting them with a mentor and network of female role models.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
It’s an exciting time to join Blue Cross as they deliver on a refreshed organisation strategy, with high value fundraising playing a key part in its delivery. This role leads the Relationship Management team at Blue Cross, with a focus on bespoke relationship management of HNWIs, mid-value individuals and trusts.
Blue Cross is a national charity that has been helping sick, injured and homeless pets since 1897. They help pets and their people by providing veterinary care, expert behaviour advice and find homeless pets loving families. They also offer education for future generations plus pet bereavement support for those who have lost their beloved pet companion.
This role plays a pivotal role in driving high value fundraising performance and making a significant contribution to their mission of improving the lives of pets and the people who love them.
You, and the team of fundraisers you manage, will build strong, lasting relationships with mid and major value donors (trusts and foundations and individuals), guiding them on their philanthropic journey. You’ll develop and lead a fundraising plan that cultivates a robust pipeline of prospects, creates compelling fundraising asks, and delivers engaging stewardship, all with the aim of increasing income and building long-term donor relations.
As Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will:
- Report to and work closely with the Head of Philanthropy, to develop a compelling fundraising plan for mid and major value donors, contributing to the philanthropy strategy, and aligning with the charity’s overall goals
- Personally manage a small mixed portfolio of major-level prospects and donors (individuals and trusts)
- Guide and support the philanthropy fundraisers, including the Philanthropy Manager responsible for major value trusts/foundations and individuals, and two Philanthropy Officers responsible for trusts or mid-value individuals
- Forge strong bonds with prospects and donors, collaborating with your team to understand their motivations and inspire impactful donations
- Oversee donor cultivation activities, ensuring adherence to data protection regulations, and collaborating with colleagues when necessary
Ideal skills and experience:
- Secured five to six-figure donations through major gift fundraising
- Understand the requirements of trusts and foundations and can write high quality funding applications
- Designed successful stewardship programs for mid-high value donors, boosting loyalty & donations
- Professionally presented philanthropic opportunities to high-net-worth individuals
- Built strong relationships with senior stakeholders (internal & external)
- Line management experience
- Driver’s license & travel availability
Please note that this role is only open to UK residents and those with the right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Benefits include:
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Enhanced annual leave entitlement: 30 days plus bank holiday
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Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution
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Life assurance
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Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme
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Free access to GP via MetLife
Please note that this role is only open to UK residents and those with the right to work in the UK.
Visa sponsorship is not available.
Expert recruitment for fundraisers and charities.
Senior Programme Manager
Location: Remote, but with regular visits to Foundation funded sites within a defined region, as well as visits to the Foundation office as determined by business needs, including attendance at quarterly Squad Meet-Ups
Salary: £52,000-£57,000 (dependent on skills and experience) plus generous benefits
Contract Type: Permanent
Are you passionate about using sport to transform communities? Do you have the leadership skills to drive sustainable grassroots sports facilities? If so, this role is for you.
The Senior Programme Manager at the Football Foundation will lead the delivery of the Hubs programme, a flagship initiative funded by the Premier League, The FA, and Government. The programme is transforming grassroots sports infrastructure by creating financially sustainable facilities that serve as thriving community hubs. These multi-pitch sites don’t just provide high-quality football facilities—they also support other sports, physical activity, and essential community services, all tailored to local needs. Outside of the Hubs programme, the role will lead and provide support to the Programmes team and wider organisation on the design and development of new and existing programmes, ensuring that they deliver against the Football Foundation’s strategic objectives.
As Senior Programme Manager you will:
- Manage feasibility assessments to prioritise sites based on sustainability and impact.
- Work with technical teams to optimise hub design, balancing costs and long-term viability.
- Develop operating models with Local Authorities to secure long-term investment.
- Guide Local Authorities through procurement and funding applications.
- Use data insights to refine programme criteria and showcase impact.
- Lead new programme development to align with strategic objectives.
For more details about the role, please download the recruitment pack.
What We’re Looking For
You don’t need to be a football expert, but you must believe in the power of sport to transform communities. We’re looking for someone who:
- Has proven experience in programme management, strategic planning, and partnership development.
- Can navigate complex stakeholder relationships, particularly with Local Authorities and funding bodies.
- Understands financial sustainability models and their role in community sports facilities.
- Has strong leadership skills and can drive collaboration across teams.
- Is passionate about creating accessible, high-quality grassroots sports facilities.
What can we offer you?
The salary band for this role is £52,000 - £57,000 per annum. You’ll start with 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing after 2 years), and additional time off for volunteering. Benefits include an 8% employer pension contribution, free healthcare, gym subsidy, death in service benefit, and access to match tickets.
Equality and Diversity Commitment
The Football Foundation is committed to, and values the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all our team feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential. We encourage and welcome applications from all, regardless of background and are particularly interested to hear from individuals belonging to under-represented groups including diverse ethnic communities, individuals with a disability and those from the LGBTQI+ community.
Most of all we want someone who reflects who we are as an organisation. We refer to our values as our four corners:
- Fair Players – open and inclusive in our approach
- Star Performers – trusted to deliver
- United Team Player – collaborative and easy to work with
- Passionate Supporters – flexible and willing
1st stage interviews via MS Teams are currently scheduled for 4 April 2025
2nd stage in person interviews to follow.
About SafeLives
We are SafeLives, the UK-wide charity dedicated to ending domestic abuse, for everyone and for good.
Last year alone, 14,000 professionals received our training. Over 80,000 adults at risk of serious harm or murder and more than 100,000 children received support through dedicated multi-agency support designed by us and delivered with partners. In the last six years, over 4,000 perpetrators have been challenged and supported to change by interventions we created with partners, and that’s just the start.
Together we can end domestic abuse. Forever. For everyone.
About the role
We are looking for a values-led, senior People professional to provide maternity cover for the role of our Senior People & Culture Manager. The successful postholder will be responsible for providing high quality generalist People & Culture services at SafeLives, in conjunction with a People & Culture Officer. The role will oversee the smooth running of key HR operations and will be instrumental in building a culture amongst our employees that reflects our values through the provision of excellent People support.
As part of a small, ambitious team you will provide a range of comprehensive, and customer orientated human resources services which support the implementation of SafeLives’ People & Culture strategy. You will be the lead operational HR professional, supported by the Director of People and Culture on strategic matters and a full- time People & Culture Officer on transactional matters, and access to external legal and HR consultancy support when needed. There will be a strong focus on supporting the embedding and development of our culture and behaviours; employee engagement; learning and development, and staff well-being across the organisation.
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.
Contract: Fixed term, maternity vover for 9 months.
Location: Remote with occasional travel to London and Bristol offices.
Benefits
- 34 days' holiday incl. public holidays
- Flexible working e.g. compressed hours
- Cycle to work scheme
- Eye care vouchers
- Pension scheme with 4% employer contribution
- Childcare vouchers
- Employee assistance programme
- Clinical supervision
- Holiday purchase scheme to buy up to an additional 5 days
- Enhanced family leave policies
- Enhanced sick pay
- Professional development fund
- Individual learning budget
- Restorative practice training
- Time off in lieu
If this challenge sounds as exciting to you as it does to us and you believe you have the qualities we have described, please take a look over the job description and submit a 500-word cover letter and CV.
Closing date: 9.00am on 3rd April 2025.
SafeLives is a committed provider of equal opportunities for all; please see our job description for full details.
No agencies, please.
Corporate Fundraising Manager – Birmingham, Midlands
- c.£34500 per annum plus Enhanced benefits
- Midlands, Hybrid working. Approx. 3 days per week at Birmingham site
- Fixed Term Contract, 18 months minimum, extension based on performance
- Full Time, 37.5 hours per week
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, 5.5% Employer Pension Contribution including Life Cover, Occupational Sick Pay Benefits & Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity Leave and Pay, Employee Assistance Programme
FareShare Midlands is the region’s largest food redistribution charity, tackling food inequality and transforming lives. In partnership with FareShare UK, we rescue good-quality surplus food and redistribute it to over 800 local charities and community organisations, reaching 83,000 people weekly. Beyond fighting hunger, we empower individuals through education, training and volunteering, helping over 730 people to date build brighter, more secure futures. Together, we’re fighting hunger, reducing food waste and creating opportunities across the Midlands:
- Our Mission is to maximise the social value of surplus food.
- Our Vision is a Midlands region where no-one goes hungry when there is food being wasted, no child goes to school on an empty stomach, and where vulnerable people are supported to join or re-join the workforce.
- Our Values are Passion, Ambition, Respect, Collaboration and Accountability – they run through everything we do and provide a clear framework for how we approach our work.
We are seeking an experienced Corporate Fundraising Manager who relishes the excitement of developing strong relationships and exceeding ambitious income targets. Reporting to our Head of Fundraising, you will be responsible for securing and managing high-value corporate partnerships to support FareShare Midlands across our three hubs in Birmingham, Nottingham, and Leicester, managing both a pipeline of new business and existing corporate relationships for maximum impact. You will collaborate closely with colleagues across the organisation and with our network partners to create exciting transformational and mutually beneficial relationships that enable FareShare Midlands to substantially grow our impact across the region.
Key Responsibilities
Partnership Development and Management:
- Secure new innovative collaborations with companies based in the Midlands.
- Manage and grow a portfolio of existing corporate partnerships which may include Charity of the Year, commercial brand partnerships/campaigns, sponsorship, POS promotions and strategic partnerships.
- Design and deliver tailored partnership plans and activities.
- Devise compelling collateral and captivating stewardship resources to maximise longevity and impact of partnership and meet agreed targets and KPIs.
Fundraising and Income Generation:
- Meet and exceed income targets through corporate partnerships.
- Create and deliver compelling proposals and pitches for high-value corporate partnerships.
- Identify and execute opportunities to increase the value of partnerships.
- Lead on negotiating bespoke deals and benefits packages.
Strategy and Planning:
- Contribute to the development and implementation of the corporate partnership strategy, working closely with the Head of Fundraising.
- Manage and lead a strong pipeline of prospective corporate supporters.
- Deliver cultivation strategies for prospective corporate supporters and monitor their effectiveness.
Collaboration and Reporting:
- Collaborate closely with internal teams and FareShare UK to maximise partnership potential.
- Efficient and effective management of commercial income activity ensuring compliance with GDPR, charity regulations and our Ethical Gift Policy.
- Ensure compliance with legal and charity regulations across all partnerships.
- Provide regular updates and reports to internal stakeholders on partnership progress and outcomes.
- Monitor and maintain systems and processes including CRM and data management, pipeline, contracts and due diligence.
Team Leadership
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior fundraising team members
- Set clear objectives, performance indicators and training and development goals for direct reports.
- Facilitate knowledge sharing and innovative thinking within the fundraising team.
- Undertake performance management when necessary.
Collaboration and Communication
- Ensure effective communication between the fundraising team and other departments – internally and externally.
- Encourage team input on new fundraising initiatives and partnership opportunities, including setting departmental goals and strategies.
- Represent the fundraising team in cross-functional meetings and initiatives across the network.
Resource Allocation
- Manage team workload and allocate resources effectively to meet fundraising targets.
- Oversee project timelines and ensure deadlines are met.
- Participate in the hiring process for new fundraising team members and develop and implement people strategies to retain top talent within the team.
Person Specification - Skills, Qualities & Experience
Essential
- Minimum 3 years’ proven experience in corporate fundraising/partnerships and/or account management
- Knowledge of top local corporate/commercial organisations in the Midlands and their CSR strategy
- Proven track record of securing and managing high-value partnerships, fundraising target and Key Performance Indicators
- Experience in managing others – either as a line manager or within a team
- Excellent relationship management, communication and presentation skills
- Strong negotiation, influencing and networking abilities
- Experience with commercial brand licensing and cause-related marketing
- Proficiency in CRM systems and data management (we use Donorfy)
- Experience with the Institute of Fundraising's Code of Practice
Desirable
- Knowledge of the food industry and retail sector in the Midlands
- Understanding of food waste and food poverty issues
Values and behaviours
- A commitment to Equal Opportunities
- An appreciation of FareShare Midlands’ mission and vision
- Flexibility of approach and ability to work in a team
- Proven ability to develop and maintain good working relations, with both internal and external audiences
How to Apply:
If you feel that you have the passion and experience for this role, we would love to hear from you! Your application should include your CV and a supporting statement to demonstrate your experience, achievements and suitability for the role as well as explain your motivation for both the role and FareShare Midlands.
Please note that applications without a supporting statement will not be considered.
We continue to strive to ensure that the profile of our staff and volunteers reflects the diverse communities we serve across the Midlands. As such we encourage and welcome applications from all our communities. We particularly welcome applications from people from ethnically diverse backgrounds as they are currently under-represented within FareShare Midlands.
Closing Date for Applications: 21st March 2025
We redistribute good quality surplus food which would otherwise go to waste and also support people to find work through our employability programme.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract: Permanent, full time (reduced hours can be considered)
Salary: £42,000 - £47,000 per annum
Location: UK, Remote
Closing date: Sunday 23 March 2025
Interview date: w/c 31 March 2025
Do you thrive on building relationships with donors and securing life changing charitable donations? Blue Cross seeks a passionate Senior Philanthropy Manager to lead our mid-value and major donor fundraising efforts.
More about the role
As a key member of our Philanthropy team, you'll play a pivotal role in driving high value fundraising performance and making a significant contribution to our mission of improving the lives of pets and the people who love them.
You, and the team of fundraisers you manage, will build strong, lasting relationships with mid and major value donors (trusts and foundations and individuals), guiding them on their philanthropic journey. You’ll develop and lead a fundraising plan that cultivates a robust pipeline of prospects, creates compelling fundraising asks, and delivers engaging stewardship, all with the aim of increasing income and building long-term donor relations.
This is an exciting time to join Blue Cross as we embark on a refreshed organisation strategy, with high value fundraising playing a key part in its delivery. The team enjoys senior level support, with a commitment to the development of impactful projects and themed areas of work. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives on maximizing new opportunities and driving forward change.
This is a full time opportunity (35 hours over 5 days), however we can consider flexible working.
You'll make a significant impact:
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Developing a compelling fundraising plan for mid and major value donors, contributing to the philanthropy strategy, and aligning with the charity's overall goals.
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Forging strong bonds with prospects and donors, collaborating with your team to understand their motivations and inspire impactful donations.
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Guiding and supporting the Philanthropy Relationship team, including the Philanthropy Manager responsible for major value trusts/foundations and individuals, and two Philanthropy Officers responsible for mid-value trusts or individuals.
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Overseeing donor cultivation activities, ensuring adherence to data protection regulations, and collaborating with colleagues when necessary.
Want to know more? We've attached a detailed job description that outlines the role, responsibilities, and how you can make a difference.
About you
You're a seasoned philanthropy professional with a proven track record of exceeding income targets and securing significant donations from trusts & foundations and high-net-worth individuals. Your passion for animal welfare is infectious, translating into building strong, lasting relationships with donors. As a strategic thinker, you possess a deep understanding of portfolio management, the supporter journey, and the key elements that drive successful philanthropy fundraising.
A natural communicator, you can connect with any audience, adapting your message to resonate with different stakeholders. Your collaborative and inspiring leadership style fosters a team environment where everyone thrives and celebrates shared successes.
You're a dedicated professional with integrity, thriving in a fast-paced environment with excellent time management and prioritization skills. You value teamwork and enjoy being part of a hardworking and supportive team that shares your passion for making a difference.
Knowledge, skills, and experience
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Secured five to six-figure donations through mid-value & major gift fundraising.
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Understand the requirements of trusts and foundations and can write high quality funding applications.
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Designed successful stewardship programs for mid-high value donors, boosting loyalty & donations.
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Professionally presented philanthropic opportunities to high-net-worth individuals.
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Built strong relationships with senior stakeholders (internal & external).
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Proven track record of exceeding fundraising goals.
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Line management experience.
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Excellent interpersonal skills
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Driver's license & travel availability.
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Ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our Blue Cross values.
A bonus if you have:
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Experience managing a mid-value individual giving programme.
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Experience working within an animal welfare charity.
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A fundraising qualification or evidence of CPD (Continuing Professional Development).
How to apply
Click the apply button and complete the online application process before 23:59 on the closing date on Sunday 23 March 2025.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.
Blue Cross benefits
Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it weren’t for their amazing efforts and commitment, we wouldn’t be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, we want to provide you with the best working environment we can.
With a wide range of perks aimed at enhancing your life both inside and outside of work, you'll
thrive in a supportive and rewarding environment.
Our generous benefits package includes:
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Enhanced annual leave entitlement: 30 days plus bank holidays
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Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution
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Life assurance
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Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme
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Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support
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Free access to GP via MetLife
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Recognition scheme
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Annual volunteer days
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Claim for professional fees
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Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers.
To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Marie Curie is the UK's leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness they're likely to die from.
We want a different society than the one we live in now. Our mission for the next five years is to close the gap in the number of people missing out on what they need at the end-of-life, through 3 ways:
- Growing and transforming our direct care and support
- Delivering more practical information and support
- Leading in shaping the end-of-life experience
Your role in our mission…..
We're on the lookout for a Social Media Manager who is not just a content creator but a strategic thinker, ready to take our digital presence to new heights.
In this pivotal role, you'll have the unique opportunity to shape the voice of our organisation across multiple channels, reaching an audience of over 800,000 followers. You'll collaborate with passionate colleagues in content, creative, PR, and marketing teams to bring our mission, services, and heartwarming stories to life online.
As a key decision maker within our social media team, you'll be at the forefront of driving high-profile campaigns and ensuring our social media is integrated seamlessly into our broader marketing and communication strategies.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily management of social media channels (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TIKTOK) with a combined audience of 800,000 followers.
- Oversee community engagement and protect online reputation, particularly during high-profile campaigns.
- Develop and execute strategies for key campaigns such as the Great Daffodil Appeal, National Day of Reflection, and brand activations.
- Ensure social media aligns with broader communications and marketing plans.
- Lead the content creation process in collaboration with PR, Content, and Creative teams to produce engaging posts
- Analyse performance data to refine and optimise content for maximum impact.
- Manage budget for organic and paid content strategies.
- Work with the Digital Marketing Manager and external agencies to optimize ad spend and engagement, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Lead regional social media efforts to connect with local audiences in relevant and vibrant ways.
- Coordinate content across 24 regional accounts with teams from across the nation.
- Track and report on social media performance, focusing on metrics like reach, engagement, and influence.
Skills and experience
- Experience of social-first content development, across Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Tik Tok, Linkedin and Youtube.
- Proven ability in using data measurement and insights to improve and optimise social performance.
- Proven recent track record of developing, managing and growing successful online communities
- Proven track record of developing, managing, and growing successful online communities
- Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
- Strong copywriting skills
- A degree is not essential for this role however we expect you to have previously:- Created, developed and delivered social media strategy and plans (including managing content, engagement, platform development and listening tools).
Please see the full job description here:
Application Process
As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV and covering letter. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role. Please cite your preferred location.
Close date for applications: Sunday 23rd March 2025
Salary: £35,530 - £39,474
Contract: 12 Month Full time - Maternity cover
Benefits you'll LOVE:
- Flexible working. We're happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.
- 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets
- Continuous professional development opportunities.
- Industry-leading training programmes
- Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
- Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits
- Access to Blue Light Card membership
- Subsidised Eye Care
Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.
We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Role Summary
The Director of International Communications will create and drive implementation of ProVeg's international communications strategy. The primary objectives are to amplify the activities and successes of the country offices and international programmes, enhance ProVeg's global visibility and reach new public audiences, and influence the public and policy narrative on healthy sustainable food systems. This role involves leading a dynamic and transformation-oriented team and working closely with international stakeholders such as country directors and partner organisations to develop innovative communication solutions.
Job Details
- Reports to: CEO
- Department: Communications
- Direct reports: Digital Director, Senior Communications Manager, Senior Business Communications Manager, Senior Communications Manager (Spanish language regions), Strategic PR Lead
- Closely collaborating with: Country Directors, Institutional Engagement & Partnership Director, International Director, Fundraising and P&C teams, Director of People and Culture
- Location: Remote, ideally in the UK, NL, PL, CZ, or ES - for exceptional candidates, potentially US (ET zone)
- Hours: full-time (e.g. 35h in the UK)
- Salary: dependent on experience and location, e.g. £55k- £62k in the UK
Responsibilities
Strategic Communication and Transformation:
- Develop and execute a new international communications strategy to enhance ProVeg’s visibility and highlight the successes of the country offices.
- Establish ProVeg as a leading voice in plant-based nutrition and sustainable food systems through targeted campaigns and media outreach.
- Design and implement processes for effectively and quickly adapting country-specific developments for international communication.
- Oversee the development of content and own and third party channel strategies to maximise engagement with diverse B2B and B2C audiences.
- Integrate AI tools and strategies responsibly and innovatively (supported by leadership and (external) experts).
Fundraising Support and Collaboration:
- Collaborate closely with the international fundraising team to ensure alignment between communications strategies and fundraising goals.
- Develop compelling narratives and campaigns that inspire donor engagement and attract funding opportunities.
- Leverage communications channels, including digital platforms, media outreach, and storytelling, to showcase ProVeg’s impact and amplify fundraising initiatives..
Reputation Management:
- Enhance ProVeg’s public image through strategic media relations, innovative visual content, and compelling storytelling.
- Develop and implement crisis communication plans, identifying opportunities and risks for brand reputation.
- Balance B2B and B2C communications priorities to maintain positive brand perception.
Leadership Responsibilities:
- Lead a multicultural and multidisciplinary team, fostering creativity, innovation, impact and effectiveness.
- Promote a culture of collaboration and continuous development within the team.
Internal and External Collaboration:
- Work closely with country offices and international partners to create synergies and strengthen global strategies.
- Work closely with the Research and Policy teams to ensure our research and advocacy activities are supported by timely communications to drive real-world impact.
- Build and maintain relationships with media, influencers, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Manage global communications budgets and ensure cost-effectiveness.
Qualifications
Required:
- Proven experience in strategic communication in NGOs with an international focus, including those with a presence in the global south.
- Track record of developing targeted communications strategies to drive engagement with different audiences, including B2B and B2C.
- Demonstrated ability to design and execute communications strategies that drive advocacy goals and influence policymakers.
- Excellent skills in media relations and leading complex or multi-country communication projects.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and transform teams in an international context.
- Experience in fostering creativity, innovation, and collaboration within teams.
- Experience with visual media (videos, infographics, etc.).
- Expertise in crisis communication and managing brand perception.
- Experience in crafting inclusive messaging and ensuring culturally appropriate communications across diverse regions and audiences.
- Experience collaborating with fundraising teams to create compelling narratives for donor engagement and retention.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills (minimum C2-level English).
- Strong analytical skills and experience measuring the success of communication strategies.
- In-depth understanding of the challenges and opportunities in sustainable food systems.
Preferred:
- Comfortable serving as a spokesperson and representing the organization at high-profile events or in media engagements.
- Familiarity with data protection regulations, including GDPR.
- Proficiency in utilizing data-driven insights and communication technologies to refine strategies and improve outcomes.
Benefits of working with us
- A strong organisational focus on personal development, with a designated training budget.
- Provision of a work laptop.
- Flexible, trust-based working arrangements and home-office arrangements.
- Career-development support.
- Mindfulness programme - free Headspace account for you and up to 5 friends or family members
- A workplace that encourages everyone to bring their whole selves to work. We are an inclusive workplace for our diverse employees around the world.
- And, last but not least, the opportunity to be part of a great team and work towards a world where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all humans, animals, and our planet!
When?
Application deadline: Open until filled
Start date: As soon as possible
Our Application Procedure
Your application should include a cover letter and CV. Please indicate your motivation for the role and describe how you meet the requirements. Please send us your application using our online form. Thank you!
The upcoming steps include:
1. First interview with People and Culture
2. Online trial task
3. Second interview with senior leadership
4. Final meeting with executive leadership incl. CEO
5. Final decision
About us
ProVeg International is a food awareness organisation working to transform the global food system by replacing 50% of animal products globally with plant-based and cultivated foods by 2040.
ProVeg engages with all relevant stakeholders to create a food system where everyone chooses delicious and healthy food that is good for all humans, animals, and our planet.
ProVeg has received the United Nations’ Momentum for Change Award and works closely with key UN food and environment agencies.
ProVeg creates global impact, with offices in 14 countries across five continents and more than 220 employees.
Diversity Statement
ProVeg is committed to equal opportunity in employment for all, regardless of ethnic origin, religion, skin color, gender, age, national origin or ancestry, refugee background, genetic information, disability, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, HIV status, gender identity, or gender expression. People of Color, women, individuals with disabilities, members of LGBTQIA+ communities, older adults, refugees, and people living with HIV are explicitly encouraged to apply.
In 2020, ProVeg signed the Diversity Charter, a self-commitment and association dedicated to promoting a prejudice-free work environment.
In 2022, ProVeg achieved a score of 88.1% on the PRIDE Index, the LGBTIQ+ Diversity Performance Index, which is over 20 percentage points higher than the overall average of 67.9%.
Data Protection Information for Applicants
More information about the processing of your personal data during your application at ProVeg INT can be found on our website, via the job posting.