Quality and Compliance Manager - known internally as "Senior Skills Quality and Compliance Manager"

Full-Time, Permanent post

Location - flexible / can be based at any Centrepoint site (home and remote working currently)

Centrepoint is a national charity established in 1969 that supports homeless young people to get their lives back on track.  Our services for young people include housing, health, personal and social development and employability, with the overall aim of enabling them to secure a home, a skill and a sustainable future. The charity operates across eight regions and is honoured to have Prince William, HRH The Duke of Cambridge as its patron.  As part of its strategy to support every young person with a home and a job Centrepoint has grown its Skills and Employability offer to support our aim of diversifying our income.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a a Senior Skills Quality and Compliance Manager to join our Quality and Compliance team.

What you’ll be doing…

• To write, lead and deliver Centrepoint’s skills quality strategy.
• To take lead responsibility for implementing quality systems across Centrepoint’s skills provision, working with operational teams to develop a consistent approach to delivery, monitoring and reporting that meets with contractual compliance requirements.
• To have an oversight of all skills compliance across the organisation including leading on learning policies and procedures.
• To manage and support the skills compliance team and a team of internal quality assurers ensuring they have all the necessary resources and knowledge to provide a high quality provision to the organisation.
• To be the lead contact for all statutory and regulatory skills provision audits and to undertake the role of Nominated Person for all skills related external inspections including Ofsted and Matrix ensuring SET, Managers and staff are fully conversant with inspection requirements, outcomes and recommendations. 
• To be responsible for the relationship with external bodies including awarding organisations and funders, and being accountable for external quality assurance visits.

What we offer in return...

• In return for your efforts you’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent training and development, and a host of staff benefits including:
• 25 days of annual leave per year, rising by one day per year to a maximum of 27 days
• Excellent training package to ensure you have the skills and knowledge to build a new career
• Employer pension contributions of 4%
• Clear career progressions, linked to portfolio work, that enables movement up the pay scale
• Access to Cycle 2 Work loan scheme
• An interest-free travel loan

We seek to challenge discrimination and are committed to fairness and equality within Centrepoint. We welcome applications from anyone with direct experience of being homeless or using young people's services.

Closing Date: Monday 5 October

To apply for this role, please complete the online application form and a supporting statement - setting out how you meet the essential criteria for the role as listed in the job description.

Established in 1876, Mothers’ Union is a Christian organisation that has been supporting families for over 140 years. They have over 4 million members worldwide, 55,000 of whom in Britain and Ireland. As a Christian charity, we aim to demonstrate faith in action through the transformation of communities worldwide. Our members work at grassroots level around the world bringing hope and practical support to at least a million people every year through our programmes and as part of the volunteer base of local churches.

The Fundraising & Communications Team & Role Purpose

The Fundraising & Communications Team is responsible for fundraising for the charitable work of Mothers’ Union and for communicating our work internally and externally in various formats and media platforms, resourcing dioceses and building membership. It has two areas of responsibility:

• Fundraising – community, individual giving and trusts and statutory funding.
• Communications – print and social media.

The Communications Officer will support the Head of Fundraising and Communications to deliver clear and consistent communications that will raise awareness, drive membership growth and facilitate fundraising across the Mothers’ Union movement. Faith is at the core of all that Mothers’ Union does. The post holder will be contribute to our faith discussions, write and review faith based resources. For this reason the post holder must be comfortable operating in a Christian environment.

MAIN DUTIES OF THE ROLE

Communications

1. Proactively create and deliver high quality, inspiring multi-channel content (including, but not limited to, members magazine, email marketing, social media, campaigns and website) to engage key stakeholders and attract new followers to our cause.
2. Co-ordinate the production of our bi-annual member’s magazine; leading editorial meetings, writing articles, conducting interviews, managing externals and overseeing timelines through to print and despatch
3. Work with the Head of Fundraising and Communications to develop and disseminate briefings, and positioning statements.
4. To refresh and oversee the maintenance of the organisation’s case study database working with colleagues to identify opportunities to cultivate new profiles in line with key messages and organisation priorities.
5. Work in collaboration with colleagues in the Fundraising and Communications team to build and maintain a database of key statistics and latest research for use in communications and PR output.
6. Work alongside the Communications and Digital Marketing Officer to ensure we are sharing compelling and quality content across the Movement.
7. Increase the organisation’s profile through media engagement, monitor press coverage and identify news and parliamentary agendas which would benefit from the organisation’s perspective or commentary.
8. Develop and enhance a strong network of media contacts and journalists, ensuring contacts are kept up-to date in a central database.
9. Work alongside the Head of Fundraising and Communications to respond to requests from the press for comments, views and supporting information, and maximise opportunities for further engagement on relevant topics.
10. In partnership with the Communications and Digital Marketing Officer develop an ongoing programme to engage and nurture High profile/celebrity supporters and influencers who can help raise our public profile through the on line and print media.
11. Proactively seek opportunities and generate ideas and content to achieve positive national media coverage in print, online, and broadcast media.
12. Measure and evaluate performance of media engagement, generating actionable reports which inform future activity and demonstrate impact to colleagues.

General

1. Provide copywriting and editing support across all internal and external communications to maintain consistent tone, style and messaging across all outputs and act as a ‘brand guardian’ together with colleagues in the communications team.
2. Refine and manage the charity’s content calendar.
3. Take part in the charity’s out-of-office media enquiries and social media rota as required.
4. Undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required by the employer.

KEY COMPETENCIES

Knowledge

1. Knowledge of current communication and marketing trends in the voluntary sector.
2. Knowledge of the faith sector in the UK (particularly the Anglican Communion).
3. Knowledge of the contribution that faith and non-faith charities can have in achieving sustainable development goals.

Skills

1. Excellent verbal and written skills in order to communicate with a wide range of audiences.
2. Ability to proof read and edit clearly and accurately.
3. Ability to take complex copy; and clearly and concisely identify and summarise key points allowing you to present a balanced argument.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills, confident to engage and interview a wide range of stakeholders.
5. Ability to set up systems and then monitor the impact of our communications work on and off line.
6. Excellent time management skills and ability to respond quickly and accurately to deadlines.
7. Developing a pool of high profile/celebrity supporters to support both communications and fundraising activity.
8. Highly developed project management skills with a strong attention to detail and deadlines.

Experience

1. At least 2 years’ experience of planning and delivering a range of communication activities including, but not limited to, publications, campaigns and digital media initiatives.
2. Demonstrable experience of working with and writing for digital media platforms.
3. Creating a database and network of key journalists and influencers that reaches outside the existing charities pool of influence.
4. Experience in managing communications contractors to deliver high quality publications to fixed deadlines.

Qualifications

1. Educated to degree level and/or equivalent experience in Communications, Digital marketing, media or journalism.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in this position, please submit your CV and a Cover Letter by clicking on the "Apply" button.

Job Title: Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager

Salary: £41,000 - £43,000 per annum

Hours: 37.5 per week

Location: 60 Grove End Road, London, NW8 9NH

We are looking for an experienced philanthropist to join the dynamic team at St Johns and St Elizabeth Hospital, managing the philanthropy and partnerships fundraising function at St John’s Hospice.

St John’s Hospice treats over 4,000 terminally ill patients and their families a year, providing services across eight London Boroughs - some of which are the poorest in the UK. In total, the fundraising team have a responsibility to generate over £2.2million in voluntary fundraising to support this free palliative care and with more than 50% of the hospice voluntary income raised by the Philanthropy team, the hospice has an enviable success record in this area of fundraising.

Managing a team of three, the successful candidate should have a record of achievement in a similar role and have the ability to demonstrate knowledge of current philanthropic motivations and trends.

Located in leafy St John’s Wood on the Jubilee line, minutes from Central London, this free of charge Hospice is supported by charitable funds from St John and St Elizabeth Hospital, and this position is a key role within the Hospice’s fundraising department.

Am I the right person for this Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager role?

• Considerable experience of working in major donor development, trusts & foundations and VIP liaison.
• Personal experience of securing and supporting donations of six figure sums.
• Prior experience of managing staff and the ability to show how you developed them to proactively seek and secure commitment from current and potential donors.
• A track record of stakeholder engagement and working with staff at all levels
• Ideally experience of using Raiser’s Edge or other CRM system
• Flexible, can-do attitude

What are the Responsibilities of this Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager role?

• To develop philanthropy and trust strategies, leading on their implementation and contributing to their progression continually.
• Research and develop new income generation opportunities, leading on the production of materials for donors and applications.
• To achieve responsibility for income from philanthropy, high value events and trusts and foundations.
• Manage a team of three philanthropy & partnerships staff, providing clear objectives and reviews as well as effective and supportive line management
• Manage a sizeable portfolio of major donors, prospects and trust supporters following up on new leads recommended highlighted through the team’s prospect research functions and ensuring the highest quality of stewardship and support is provided for such supporters.
• Lead on work to identify and monitor Hospice service priorities and projects to match to relevant funding priorities.
• Support the Head of Fundraising in their duties including performance reporting and to act as her official deputy, supporting her in the strategic development of fundraising activities.

Why apply for this role as Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager?

At our organisation we are passionate about providing our employees with a supportive and engaging environment. As well as ongoing development and training, we offer our employees a wide range of benefits; from 27 days annual leave, generous private healthcare cover, contributory pension schemes – including continuation of the NHS pension.

Working with us, all eligible employees receive;

• Private healthcare cover
• Ongoing training and development programmes
• Discounts at local, national and online shops
• Interest-free season ticket loans
• Cycle to work loan scheme
• Employee "Service Excellence" recognition rewards

If you are ready for a new challenge and relish the chance to become part of a successful, forward thinking organisation then we would love to hear from you.

Head of Engagement/Deputy CEO
Based in Westminster
£48,000 – £60,000 pa depending on experience
Full time, permanent
Flexible working/part-time considered

The National Churches Trust (NCT) supports and promotes church buildings of historic, architectural and community value. We are the independent, UK-wide charity supporting churches, chapels and meeting houses of all Christian denominations. Our vision is that church buildings across the UK are well maintained, open for everyone, sustainable & valued.

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and experienced individual to join the Trust as Head of Engagement/Deputy CEO. If you have a flair for communicating to a range of audiences in a persuasive and engaging way together with sound digital and IT skills then we would like to hear from you.

The Head of Engagement/Deputy CEO is a new post for the NCT and will play a key role in fulfilling the Trust’s strategic goals and continuing the growth of its profile and brand. The NCT engages with a broad spectrum of stakeholders, including churches and their congregations, grantees, funders, Friends and donors, other heritage organisations, policy makers, Government ministers, visitors and tourists.

Reporting to the Chief Executive, and as a member of the senior management team, the postholder will deputise for the Chief Executive, supporting her in representing the Trust and ensuring strategic objectives are met. Responsible for a small yet effective team whose work encompasses church tourism, press and media work, all aspects of digital marketing (including our websites and social media accounts), publications, supporter events, advertising and marketing; the successful candidate will need to be a flexible and energetic team player who is self-motivated with a hands-on approach. They will be confident in developing and nurturing highly effective working relationships both externally and internally and must be a confident and personable communicator who is able to work collaboratively with a wide range of people.

For further information and to apply for this role, please click the Apply button to be redirected to our website for details.

Closing date: noon, 29 September
Interview dates: 7/8 October (Westminster or via Zoom)

Contract Type: Fixed Term with possible extension

Our Service Design team are looking for a strategic and organised creative thinker to become the new Head of Content. The role will be based out of Manchester but we’re very supportive of flexible and home working.

You will oversee the creation of programme content - including offline and digital materials, with communication objectives ranging from behavioural change to learning outcomes. You’ll help to refine our standards and processes, and manage relationships with partners, to improve the quality of our programme content and ultimately lead to better outcomes for young people.

The role will be perfect for an experienced content lead that understands the impact of their work within a blended learning setting. A persuasive and collaborative approach, with experience in working with young people and stakeholders, would be beneficial.

For more information, please go to the job description. 

Why we need a Head of Content:

This year we aim to support more than 70,000 young people through a range of proven programmes, with three in four achieving a positive outcome.

We have a bold ambition to extend the reach and impact of our work and help one million more young people transform their lives over the next ten years.  Our job is to inspire them, support them and release their potential, so that they can thrive and society can prosper.  

We will focus on innovation, to ensure we adapt and remain relevant in a rapidly changing world.  We owe it to ourselves and the young people we serve, to do the best work of our lives and to help give them an increasing stake in our economy and society. They are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us.

Perks for working at The Trust:

• Great holiday package! 30 days of annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure the days between Christmas and New Year
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks full pay for paternity leave.
• Flexible working! Where operationally possible, you can work hours to fit in with, school hours or care arrangements for example and you can also work from home.
• Interest-free season ticket loans
• Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial wellbeing support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas
• In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role 
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events – music festivals, The Prince’s Trust Awards, active events etc.
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)

The Prince's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants.

We are committed to equality and believe in building a diverse organisation that is representative of and responsive to the needs of our young people and stakeholders.

A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

Req ID: 481 

Managing day to day casework activity, the postholder will also help to develop strategies to ensure successful growth of casework within the Society

About us

The Royal Society of Musicians is the UK’s oldest music charity and provides vital financial assistance and advice to those professionally active in the world of music, who are unable to work due to accident, illness or old age. In the last five years the Society has considered 1,542 applications for assistance and distributed grants totalling £2,354,163. Casework sits at the heart of all the Society’s activities and the Society prides itself on the highly personal support it gives to all its beneficiaries. In a profession where public knowledge of illness or financial difficulty has a devastating impact on an individual’s career, the Society ensures that every application for assistance is treated with the utmost discretion and sensitivity.

The Society employs a staff of five, two of whom form the Casework Team. The Casework Team receive and process all casework enquiries and applications for assistance, enabling the production of monthly schedules and reports, as well as annual reviews for consideration by the Society’s Governors. Casework manage and maintain the Society’s relationship with all applicants and beneficiaries, conducting visits when required. Regular liaison with like-minded organisations not only enables working relationships to remain strong, but also ensures beneficiaries can be signposted to the most appropriate support networks as necessary.

The Society is now looking to increase the number of beneficiaries it supports each year. To assist with this process, a 6-month scoping project has been undertaken in partnership with performing arts health charity, BAPAM (The British Association of Performing Arts Medicine). This project has enabled detailed analysis and assessment of all aspects of Casework at the Society.

Primary Aim and Personal Attributes

Working to the Chief Executive, the Head of Casework will manage the day to day running of Casework at the Society. They will be highly empathetic and compassionate towards all applicants and beneficiaries, demonstrating a consistently high level of customer care and responsiveness coupled with patience, tact and diplomacy. They will also have an interest in music and sympathy towards the profession, recognising the value of the arts as a whole.

The Head of Casework will contribute to the development of a strategy to ensure the successful and sustainable growth of Casework within the Society. The postholder will then assume responsibility for implementation and delivery of the strategy to ensure the Society provides the highest quality of service to all those it supports. They will also develop networks across the UK, including within the charity, benevolent funds and the healthcare sectors with the primary aim of increasing awareness of the Society in those sectors, and will represent the Society at meetings and events where appropriate.

For full details including how to apply, please visit our website or see the attached job description.

UKCISA (the UK Council for International Student Affairs) is recruiting a Head of Finance and Resources to oversee the finance and resources function, and participate in the strategic development of the organisation.

About us

UKCISA provides membership services – including advice, training and policy guidance – to nearly 500 members and direct support services to thousands of international students each year. Our diverse membership includes every public university in the UK, many private universities and further education colleges, independent schools and students' unions.

The role

Effective financial management is central to our strategy and operating model. The Head of Finance and Resources will be crucial to managing our finances and resources whilst embedding a culture of financial efficiency and effective controls.

Reporting directly to the CEO, and working with the Finance and General Purposes Committee, the Head of Finance and Resources will lead on financial and resourcing matters and will be expected to provide critical financial information, insightful analysis, and timely reporting to facilitate the development of the organisation.

The role oversees a close-knit team of three part-time members of staff. The postholder will therefore have a degree of autonomy, but will be expected to ensure operational tasks are completed whilst contributing to the wider development of the organisation. 

The role’s main functions are to:

• Ensure the efficient and effective financial planning and management of UKCISA’s resources

• Support the effective functioning of the Finance & General Purposes Committee and Board of Trustees

• Contribute to the development and implementation of UKCISA policy and strategy

The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant who has had wide exposure to financial reporting and processes. The ability to influence and communicate with a range of stakeholders will be crucial to the role as the postholder will be reporting to the Finance and General Purposes Committee as well as the Board. The role would therefore suit a dynamic and progressive individual who can thrive in a supporting and collaborative environment.

Our office is very close to Angel underground station, but our staff are currently working remotely. When conditions allow, we would expect working from the office to resume. However, we can be flexible about home working. Our preferred working pattern is four days per week, but there is flexibility around this and the role can be adapted for other working patterns for the right candidate. Working patterns and home working can be discussed at interview stage.

How to apply

To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV and covering letter (two pages max). In the covering letter please explain how your experience is relevant to this role and how you meet the person specification.

We will be reviewing applications as they come in and interviewing on a rolling basis.  We will therefore close the recruitment before the deadline if a suitable candidate is found, so you are advised to apply early.

We are hoping for a November start date, but are flexible for the right candidate.

The post holder will work closely with the charity's leadership team to build the external and internal profile of the brand. Primarily using web & social channels to communicate with a wide audience.

Client Details

My Client is the leading UK Charity within its specialism, & is based in London currently seeking a Content & Social Media Manager for a temp assignment.

Description

The key responsibilities for Content & Social Media Manager are:

1. Create impactful content for audience segments which helps to achieve organisation objectives
2. Ensure all content is optimised for search engines
3. Oversee the content management system (CMS) for the charity's website, keeping the site updated and optimised
4. Liaise with the charity's website developers to ensure the website is maintained, accessible and fit for purpose, making changes and monitoring updates
5. Optimise website for SEO
6. Report on website performance using Google Analytics and other tools,
7. Manage social media: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, to promote interaction, respond to comments, and handle any potential PR crises
8. Oversee engagement on the charity's social media channels monitoring and tracking analytics
9. Keep the social media policy relevant and updated.
10. Continue to develop and implement the digital content strategy which delivers the digital communications
11. Oversee and drive content production across teams in the organisation

Profile

The successful Content & Social Media Manager will have experience working in a managerial role with focused experience working on large websites and social media channels. Not for Profit and Charities experience is preferred.

Job Offer

This is a 4 month contract with potential to be extended. Candidates must be available to start at short notice, the salary on offer is £150 - £170 a day. Considering the current circumstances this role will be home based.

The post holder will work alongside the Director of National Development to lead and support the four teams who fundraise for and grow the impact of the organisation within National Development, as well as personally leading the growth of Major Donor partnerships. We are looking for a proven leader and manager with excellent interpersonal and relational skills, who has a track record of exceeding expectations and results.

The post-holder must understand how to inspire, challenge and motivate a range of high-level stakeholders to engage with the work of TLG, as well as being able to demonstrate significant leadership experience! They will be an excellent communicator – both written and verbal and will be excited to make a significant difference for struggling children through this varied and influential role. They will have a strong attention to detail as well as being able to focus on high level strategy and delivery. Ideally, they will have a range of fundraising, communications or advocacy experience or they will be able to demonstrate significant transferable skills.

The individual will be passionate about making as much of an impact as possible in order to support both the growth of TLG to be helping 10,000 struggling children a year by 2026 and about raising awareness of the issues children are facing in the UK today. As a rapidly growing charity, we are focused on becoming a household name in order to be able to make a substantial difference for struggling children across the country, and the applicant must be up for a challenge in a fast-paced environment! For the right applicant this will be an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic, pioneering team who spearhead the growth of the organisation.

We are looking for individuals who have a strong and vibrant Christian faith. As part of our commitment to safeguarding, the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the DBS.

We would welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds to enable us to better reflect the needs of the communities we serve.

The deadline for applications is 5pm, Monday 26th October. Initial interviews will take place on Wednesday 4th November, with final interviews on Monday 9th November.

Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire 

Hours: 4-5 Days (Including occasional evening and weekend work)

Do you believe everyone should have a place to call home and the chance to lead a fulfilling life?

SHP (Single Homeless Project) is one of London’s leading homelessness prevention charities and a dynamic and growing organisation changing 8,000 lives every year across London - from supporting people in crisis, to helping them take the final steps towards independence and employment.

The  Head of Service for the South & West region, currently holds a changing portfolio which is comprised of youth support services in the Royal Borough of Greenwich and London Borough of Lewisham.   The successful candidate will need the right skills and attitude to manage the varied responsibilities of the role, as well as support the Director of Youth Services with promotion and ongoing profile and services development within the South region.

The region is comprised of a range of services including, both commissioned and other accommodation, or community-based schemes.  As the service head, you will ensure the effective delivery of SHP’s business objectives and will drive innovation and the continuous improvement of our services for young people.

You will also have overall responsibility for the management team (over six direct management line reports) within the region and will be committed and able to provide dynamic leadership, management vision and direction to designated staff, engaged in the operation and development of a high quality Service.

We are looking for someone with a proven track record of managing young peoples' support services with excellent people management skills and a flair for developing quality support services creatively. You will have demonstrable experience of working successfully at a high managerial level within supported housing sectors and a proven track record of promoting effective partnership working.  

 You will also be able to work effectively at both a strategic and an operational level and you should be committed to developing and improving our services;  including on delivering improved outcomes for children and young people (particularly in the area of safeguarding).  Additionally, you will be committed to the values of co-production and be confident in working in collaboration with the young people that we support.

Closing Date: 23rd September 2020  (at Midnight)

Interviews to be held on : 6th October 2020 

This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed for the successful applicant. 

Our attractive benefits package includes:

• A salary increase after successfully completing six months.
• A 37.5 hour working week including flexible working hours (core hours are 10am – 4pm) in non-accommodation services
• 25 days annual leave, increasing annually to the maximum 30 days (plus paid Bank Holidays),
• A contributory pension scheme: SHP will contribute the equivalent of 5% of your annual salary
• Staff Health Cash Plan and discounts scheme
• Comprehensive and integrated training programme designed specifically to develop the skills and knowledge involved in our work

SHP is actively committed to equal opportunities and the promotion of diversity and inclusion, in all of our services and workplaces.  We are also Disability Confident Committed, a Stonewall Diversity Champion and IIP accredited.  In the London Homelessness Awards 2019 one of our Projects was commended for their work.

Sight Support West of England exists to reduce the impact of sight loss. We are seeking a proactive and organised team player to provide support to our client services team across the region.

The Services Coordinator is a new role, with responsibilities including managing team systems, client database, and resource centres, and working with the Head of Services to shape services and monitor the impact of the team’s work.  

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced candidate who can apply their experience of providing support and managing systems and processes to help Sight Support’s services team increase their efficiency and effectiveness in delivering high quality services to blind and partially sighted people across the region.  This is an exciting time of growth and development at Sight Support and we are looking for a strong team player who will relish the challenge of developing the role and helping to embed new services and ways of working across the team.

This role will be based in our office in Devizes, with regular travel to our Bristol office and other venues.

Sight Support is committed to quality, equality and valuing diversity, and welcome applications from all backgrounds. As a sight loss charity, we particularly encourage applicants who are visually impaired to apply.

Permanent, 36.5 hours per week

Amersham, Buckinghamshire – initially home-based

Embrace the Middle East is an international Christian charity helping people of all faiths and none to free themselves from a life of poverty and injustice. Our Christian partners in Egypt, Lebanon, Israel, Palestine and Iraq run hospitals, clinics, schools and centres for people with disabilities. They provide support services for refugees, enable women's empowerment, work for community development and offer emergency humanitarian relief. 

We are seeking a talented Publications Co-ordinator to deliver the charity’s print communications schedule engaging with, and encouraging more people, to give, volunteer, pray and advocate for the work of Embrace and its Christian partners in the Middle East. You will work collaboratively and creatively with Embrace’s fundraising, engagement and partnerships team to deliver high-quality print communications that reach the hearts and minds of people. You will co-ordinate and edit a range of publications including Embrace’s quarterly magazine, study guides and church resources. Working with external consultants, you will play a pivotal role in creating visually engaging print resources illustrating the transformational work of Embrace. For further details of the role, please see the job description and person specification below.

To succeed in the role, you will have excellent knowledge of the print production process, copy editing and proof-reading skills, demonstrating the ability to tailor the organisation’s messages to different audiences, provoking interest and prompting action. We are looking for an exceptionally committed team player who is willing to go the extra mile and can work flexibly when necessary.

This is a rewarding role, working for an organisation that values everyone’s contribution, pays a fair wage as well as attractive benefits, and is committed to your ongoing professional development.

As a Christian organisation, candidates must be sympathetic to the Christian ethos of Embrace the Middle East.

To apply, please click on the apply link to send us your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability and your motivation for the role.

We aim to contact all candidates either before or shortly after the closing date for applications.

Closing date: 25 September 2020.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position you need to have the right to work in the UK, either through nationality or relevant work visa.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding. Therefore, any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of applicable background checks, including a basic disclosure check.

We are looking for an experienced and articulate advocate for sustainable and equitable smallholder agriculture to engage with supply chains actors – including sustainability initiatives – to influence their policies and share best practice.

As a member of the International Team you will play a key role advocating best practice as well as developing and managing projects that are designed to deliver positive impact to smallholder farmers and their communities. You will work with other team members to build on existing relationships with international supply chains and to draw on PAN’s extensive experience and technical expertise. You will be expected to develop your own areas of work with a view to continuing and expanding the scope of PAN-UK’s international programme.

This is an exciting opportunity to join PAN UK’s expanding international team and play a key part in supporting sustainable smallholder agriculture for a highly respected organisation that punches well above its weight.

Closing date:  9am on 21st September 2020

Interviews will be held in the week commencing October 5th 2020

The creation of first-class products and capabilities that will help deliver against Stewardship’s mission must be unpinned by a world class hosting platform. The decision has been made that this fundamental building block for the success of our digital strategy for the future will be Azure and now we require a suitable talent to help drive forward our cloud strategy delivery.

As a small team at the start of the journey, we need someone who brings good infrastructure experience and that knows Azure, but is perhaps frustrated by restrictive team structures in their current role – who is ready to release the shackles, move from reading blog posts and start delivering on technical challenges. You may currently be infrastructure centric, but you have the ability to think like a Developer and you embrace the “as code” future.

By summer 2021, we plan to re-platform production from co-located Hyper-V to Azure, embrace Azure Cloud DevOps as the foundation of our SDLC toolchain and augment this with the Infrastructure as Code deployment and configuration management tools needed to deliver. We then plan to refactor our in-house core software product, reducing release cycles from months to weeks as we move to update code and shift to cloud native containers and DBaaS hosting, while integrating other products (SaaS, PaaS or acquired code) to deliver the next generation of Stewardship services.

Main responsibilities:

• Collaborate with architecture, development, security and the broader company to set up and maintain a “best in class” cloud platform and provide ongoing guidance on its consumption.
• Influence architectural & design decisions with regards to the operational reliability of our Azure cloud platform.
• Drive efficiency, automation and cost reduction by automating manual and repetitive tasks.
• Develop features and codified artefacts for platform improvements using automation and infrastructure as code.
• Provide technical expertise at parts and/or all stages of the delivery lifecycle.
• Enforce standards and provide governance and contribute to process improvement.
• Identify and escalate dependencies, risks and exceptions that will affect implementation and operations of technical artefacts.
• Share experience with peers to contribute to the growth of knowledge of Cloud.