Starting Salary: £48,229 – £50,158 per annum
Position Description
To ensure that CAFOD has a strong and inspired campaigning presence by empowering the Catholic Community of England and Wales to influence, in a well-targeted way, decision-makers in order to bring about long-term change in the lives of the poorest and most disadvantaged communities; establishing and leading in key coalitions to make our campaigns work more effective.
CAFOD has a strong tradition of campaigning of which the organisation is very proud. This role will continue and develop our campaigning with a strong campaigns team and sitting in the advocacy, education and communications group working closely with the policy, education and communications teams. This person will also work closely with other coalitions and our international networks.
Key Responsibilities
To be responsible for CAFOD’s overall campaigning presence in the Catholic Community of England and Wales:
- To ensure CAFOD is inspiring and engaging supporters in England and Wales to take action through setting ambitious strategies, standards for CAFOD campaigns;
- To ensure that CAFOD’s campaigning is rooted in our policy and programmatic work, Catholic Social Teaching and current campaign trends;
- To provide advice to the Director on campaigning priorities and external trends and activities;
- To provide timely sign off on CAFOD’s campaigning activity.
Work closely with Leadership Teams to bring about change through CAFOD’s advocacy work:
- To be an active member of the Advocacy Leadership Team, through which priorities for our advocacy work will be discussed and agreed; planning, budgeting, reviewing, approving and managing change and ensuring effective communication;
- Contribute to the formulation and implementation of joint advocacy strategies across the organisation;
- Ensure effective campaigns input and presence into the different cross-organisational advocacy working groups;
- To be an active member of other leadership groups such as the Supporter Strategy Group which brings together all supporter facing teams.
Represent CAFOD on external coalitions, international networks and with decision makers to best affect the policy or practice change we’re seeking:
- Represent CAFOD in external coalitions and at senior sector forums on campaigning;
- Work with international networks on joint campaigning activities in Europe and globally;
- To actively develop and implement external opportunities for joint working with other organisations and coalitions;
- Represent CAFOD in meeting with decision makers and public meetings;
- Act as a CAFOD spokesperson for media interviews.
Manage the Campaigns Team (Line and Section Management):
- Manage the Campaigns Team in line with CAFOD’s management standards;
- Take overall responsibility for strategic planning and review; ensure that the Campaigns Team works within a plan that provides clear objectives, priorities and monitoring mechanisms;
- Manage the different areas of campaigns to agree short, medium and long term objectives, develop associated plans, and monitor and evaluate performance to ensure that objectives are achieved;
- Support and mentor staff in the Campaigns Team to develop their skills and experience checking that roles, responsibilities and skills are able to meet the challenges of a changing advocacy environment;
- Efficiently and effectively manage the team’s budget to ensure delivery of the objectives and best value;
This list of duties and responsibilities is by no means exhaustive and the post holder may be required to undertake other relevant and appropriate duties as required. This job description is subject to regular review and appropriate modification.
Safeguarding for Children and Vulnerable Adults
CAFOD recognises the personal dignity and rights of children and vulnerable adults, towards whom it has a special responsibility and a duty of care and respect. CAFOD, and all its staff and volunteers, undertake to do all in our power to create a safe environment for children, young people and vulnerable adults and to prevent their physical, sexual or emotional abuse. CAFOD is committed to acting at all times in the best interests of children and vulnerable adults, seeing these interests as paramount. Any candidate offered a job with CAFOD will be expected to adhere to CAFOD’s Safeguarding policy and sign CAFOD’s Code of Behaviour as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents. This post involves contact with children, young people and vulnerable adults, or has responsibility for people who will do, and applicants will be subject to specific checks related to safeguarding issues. If based in the UK the post holder is required to present or obtain a Disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service). If the post is based outside the UK the post holder will be subject to a different checking process.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
Understanding our context
- Understanding Catholic identity: understands and able to build strong relations with Catholic and other faith networks
- Understanding CAFOD: Understands very well the values of CAFOD and show how we are distinctive through key areas of work
Working together
- Managing ourselves: Demonstrates thought leadership in the sector, focussed on the big picture and takes a leadership role when needed.
- Working with others: Creates successful partnerships internally and externally working in an open and constructive way and celebrates and recognises the achievements of others
Communicating:
- Has a high level of interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact, persuade and influence effectively with people across different functions at all levels.
- Looking outward: Is astute and politically sensitive whilst acting in the interests of the poorest communities
Making change happen
- Achieving results: Has a clear sense of purpose and priorities to achieve results, making sound decisions backed up by evidence and analysis, actively championing agreed decisions and stimulating a climate of innovation and fresh ideas to get results.
Job-specific competencies
- Proven background in campaigns work at a senior level, demonstrating analytical skills, strategic thinking, political sensitivity and ability to engage supporters
- Demonstrated experience of people management and development
- Proven experience of working in partnership with NGOs and other civil society organisations and networks
Please click here for a full list of CAFOD’s Staff Benefits
Come and join us and help make a real difference in the lives of the world’s poorest communities.
CAFOD is an equal opportunities employer. Recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.
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We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and passionate individual to lead on the development and growth of PAPYRUS in Northern Ireland. In this unique role, you will start with a blank canvas and have the responsibility of introducing PAPYRUS to Northern Ireland and growing the awareness and presence of our brand. This will involve engaging with communities and working closely with partners and those with lived experience of suicidal thoughts and behaviours. You will need to be a self-starter and able to work on your own as this role will lead on the development of suicide prevention activity and the recruitment of staff, once the demand on services increases. Initially you will work alone within our new office in Belfast whilst being supported by the Chief Executive and other members of the Senior Management Team.
This role would suit someone who is energetic and passionate about making a difference. This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity where you will work to create suicide-safer communities across Northern Ireland and encourage a real change in behaviours which will save young lives.
JOB DESCRIPTION
PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide is the national UK charity dedicated to the prevention of young suicide.
1DESIGNATION Head of PAPYRUS in Northern Ireland
2HOURS 36 hours per week
3SALARY Competitive salary + 5% pension contribution and death in service benefit
4LOCATION Belfast with travel across the UK
5RESPONSIBLE TO Chief Executive
6ACCOUNTABLE FOR Northern Ireland-based staff
7PURPOSE OF POST To own, develop and sustain our presence in Northern Ireland
8KEY RELATIONSHIPS
The post holder will lead on developing a base, a team of staff and volunteers and drive a programme of suicide prevention activity across Northern Ireland as set out in our strategic plan. This will involve engaging with all communities and in particular working closely with partners and those with lived experience of suicidal thoughts and behaviours. The post holder will be a key member of PAPYRUS Senior Management Team and will be expected to work closely with them to deliver the organisation’s strategic objectives.
9MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
9.1To develop the presence and activity of the charity in and across Northern Ireland
- Set up a base with a view to developing a team operating from it in Central Belfast
- Recruit and support a small team once business opportunities are established
- Take a lead role in the engagement of strategic partners and key stakeholders such as
-National Advisory Group (Northern Ireland) on suicide prevention and self-harm reduction (or equivalent)
-Regional Suicide Prevention Partnerships and their Chairpersons
-Other suicide prevention charities and organisations in Northern Ireland
-Young people at risk of suicide and their organisations, media and social networks
-Health and Wellbeing Boards / Clinical Commissioning Groups or their equivalent
-Schools and colleges; Universities and related infrastructure organisations
-The Media (alongside our press Media Office)
-Those who have been touched by young suicide (parents, family members, friends, colleagues)
- Identify and follow up appropriate opportunities across different sectors to prevent young suicides and to seize opportunities to help sustain and grow the charity’s business in Northern Ireland
9.2To support and report to the Chief Executive, working with other managers
-Contribute to strategic planning, budgeting, income generation, risk management and service delivery
-Contribute to and attend PAPYRUS conferences and seminars as required
-Be an ambassador for the charity and model effective engagement with stakeholders at all levels including attending and representing the charity at national, regional and local meetings/events
-Represent the charity in print and broadcast media when required
9.3To engage a core group of families and communities who have been touched personally by suicide and to support and equip them to be active in the prevention of young suicides as an integral part of our charity
-Recruit, Support and Manage Volunteers according to PAPYRUS policy and best practice
-Engage effectively with those with lived experience of young suicidality in Northern Ireland
-Ensure the charity uses these key people effectively and appropriately in promoting, campaigning, sharing stories, influencing and engaging others in reaching our strategic goals
10OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
-Contribute as required to the advice and information PAPYRUS provides on its web site, its social media portals and its literature for the public and stakeholders.
-Respect confidentiality within policy and manage information as per the Data Protection legislation and General Data Protection Regulations
-Understand duties and manage any matters relating to safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults within PAPYRUS policy and in line with safeguarding legislation and agreed protocols.
-Attend and contribute constructively to line management supervision and appraisal protocols.
-Attend training courses and develop agreed professional development plans within the scope of the post.
11ADDITIONAL DUTIES
It is the nature of the work of PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide that tasks and responsibilities are in many circumstances, unpredictable and varied. All staff are, therefore, expected to work in a flexible way when the occasion arises and when tasks not specifically covered in their job description have to be undertaken. These additional duties will normally be to cover unforeseen circumstances or changes in work and they will normally be compatible with the regular type of work. If the additional responsibility or task becomes a regular or frequent part of the job, it will be included in the job description in consultation with the member of staff.
12CONFIDENTIALITY
It is expected that all PAPYRUS employees understand that our work is confidential and that neither details about those who use its services nor any other PAPYRUS business should be divulged to members of the public. A confidentiality agreement must be signed on taking up this post. Further details are outlined in the PAPYRUS Confidentiality Policy.
13BASIC PRINCIPLES
The post holder is expected to be familiar with and have regard to the ethos and values of PAPYRUS and work within that framework. He/she must be prepared to operate without prejudice to all who approach PAPYRUS or work with the organisation at any level.
14CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
Conditions of Service are broadly in line with those set out by the National Joint Council for Local Government Services. PAPYRUS has a probationary period of 6 months for all posts. Appointment to this post may be subject to satisfactory completion of Vetting and Barring Scheme checks.
Our Vision
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What are we looking for?
Do you enjoy working in an accountancy environment but get your greatest motivation from developing a high performing team who are successful in supporting business delivery through a partnership approach?
We are looking for someone who enjoys not only delivering our finance and contracts areas but who is a natural leader and has proven success at nurturing talent and maintaining a happy, focused and competent team. Being an excellent communicator, you will also foster positive relationships with key stakeholders and partner organisations.
You will be creative, pro-active and keen to develop a commercial agenda – SAMS supports research, education and enterprise activities. You will also be conversant with accountancy software and may have implemented or developed new systems.
So, what do we offer in return?
As a charity at the forefront of marine research and education, we have a stimulating environment working alongside world class academics, enterprise consultants and professional services staff as well as PG/UG students. In an amazing scenic location on the west coast of Scotland, we offer flexible working hours, freedom to grow as an individual and to develop your career. In addition, we offer a generous remuneration package including pension, holidays, free onsite parking, as well as access to our employee benefits package.
Interested? We would love to hear from you and answer any questions you might have before progressing through the application process. Please contact HR
For further information and to apply by covering letter and CV for this position online. Alternatively, please send a CV and cover letter to: Human Resources, Head of Financial Services (Job Ref. D14/19.NO), The Scottish Association for Marine Science, Scottish Marine Institute, Oban, Argyll, PA37 1QA
The closing date for receipt of applications is 14th February 2020
Interviews will be held in March
SAMS is a registered Scottish charity (SC 009206), has an equal opportunities policy and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
UK-Med provides emergency healthcare support in times of crisis and humanitarian emergencies. As a charity and NGO, we deploy independently or in collaboration with other humanitarian NGOs. We work with other agencies to coordinate the UK Emergency Medical Team (UK EMT) – a national programme deploying healthcare services to sudden onset disasters on behalf of the UK Government and working to World Health Organisation standards.
We have grown rapidly over the last few years, increasing our income, impact and number and diversity of donors and grants. We are seeking a proactive new Head of Finance to develop our finance function, providing strategic development and oversight and ensuring that timely and accurate financial information informs management decisions.
Our ideal candidate will be a highly-motivated finance professional holding a professional accounting qualification. You will have extensive experience of financial operations, management and planning, and be excellent at analysing and presenting financial information to inform decision-making. You will be equally comfortable with strategic development and operational work and passionate about using your skills to help achieve UK-Med’s mission. You will be excited by the opportunity to develop this organisation and implement new, high quality financial procedures and controls.
Application is by CV and covering letter – please see our website for full details.
Applications must be submitted no later than Sunday 9 February 2020.
Please note, UK-Med can only accept applications from people with an existing legal right to work in the UK and we cannot sponsor visa applications.
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The CSP is the trade union and educational, professional organisation for the UK’s 59,000 chartered physiotherapists, support workers and students; and one of the largest representative bodies in healthcare.
We have an opportunity for an experienced and ambitious individual to join us in this key leadership role within the organisation. You will manage the Employment Relations and Union Services (ERUS) employment policy and organising team and relevant sections of the ERUS budget, as well as oversee and co-ordinate the development of ambitious and realistic evidence-based employment policies and strategies. You will work with CSP colleagues to maximise the impact of CSP policy and promote the work of the ERUS directorate.
With proven trade union experience, or an equivalent research and policy work background, we are looking for a confident and natural leader with performance management experience, who has a thorough understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion principles and can put them into practice. First class communication and data analysis skills are essential, along with the ability to turn complex arguments into easily understandable policies, drawing on an array of insight an evidence.
Our Values
At the CSP our goal is to create a culture which is characterised by innovation, respect, encouragement, passion and teamwork. We all strive for continuous improvement and to be the best at everything we do. We aspire to work in a way that embodies our values of learning, courage, inclusive and integrity. Our shared values are part of our organisational DNA and reflect the expectations we have of ourselves and others. They guide what we do and how we do it to have the greatest impact for our members.
An excellent opportunity to become part of our growing One Small Thing charity team to help to deliver and grow our groundbreaking training and organisational change work.
As our Head of Training and Development, you will be responsible for leading and developing our trauma informed and gender specific training delivery for justice related services and to positively grow our portfolio and reputation. You will also be the learning expert for the charity, reporting to the Operations Director and contributing to the strategic direction of the organisation
You will play a key role in our focus at One Small Thing on system change to understand individual lived experiences and system change and humanise the process: to ask not 'what is wrong with them'?’but ‘what happened to them?’
Our name and our working environment reflects the value of those small things – empathy, compassion, respect, hope – and their combined power to make a big difference to the individual - and to society as a whole.
If you are interested in applying please click the 'Apply Button' and send your CV along with a covering letter referring to the job spec attached. Please be aware shortlisted applicants will need to fill out an application form.
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We’re proud of what we’ve achieved over the past 150 years. But the way we look at ageing is changing, which is why 2020 marks a highly exciting time to join the charity. We aim to not only drive positive change in key areas affecting our rapidly ageing population but also confront stereotypes and everyday ageism, working with older people and their families to show the world what old can be – right here and right now, in the UK.
The Head of Policy and Influencing will play a critical role in helping us achieve this. Working closely with the Director of Policy and Communications and Chief Executive, the post holder will lead an ambitious agenda of change, overseeing the development of robust evidence based policy positions and for the development and delivery of campaigns to drive positive change in our priority areas - health and social care, financial security, wellbeing and ageism.
If you have extensive experience in this field, including demonstrable experience in leading a function to deliver impactful policy and campaigning activity, of commissioning, research and evaluation, and knowledge of parliamentary activity across the four nations, we’d love to hear from you.
We offer a competitive salary, 28 days annual leave plus public holidays, a pension scheme with up to a 10% employee contribution and life cover, excellent learning and development opportunities, and a range of lifestyle benefits.
Independent Age is committed to safeguarding and we expect all colleagues to share in this commitment. As part of our recruitment and selection process, we require a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check for all individuals who work with our service users.
Please apply by sending your CV and a covering letter, which should explain in detail your suitability for the role and your motivation for applying (up to two pages).
Closing date: wednesday 5th February
Interviews: Friday 14th February 2020 at our London Office
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The Head of Leadership Programmes is responsible for the Firstline programme design, organisation and delivery across the country. They hold responsibility for the coaching offer (an integral part of the second year of the Frontline programme) and ensure its’ smooth operation and impact. The Head of Leadership Programmes will work closely with the senior team to ensure programme quality remains excellent and to embed a culture of freedom and responsibility.
In all areas of work, they need to have high expectations, the ability to motivate others and the confidence and assuredness to hold people to account. The Head of Leadership Programmes is an influential and senior position in this ambitious social work charity.
The successful individual will bring their excellent programme management, understanding of social work and their advanced relationship management expertise to ensure the effective delivery and development of the Firstline programme and coaching offer. They will bring their expertise to the development and delivery of any future leadership programmes and will hold strategic oversight of Frontline’s leadership programmes.
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The Head of Region is responsible for all aspects of programme organisation and delivery in the region, as set out in the job description below. The Head of Region is a vital and senior position in this pioneering organisation. The individual will bring their social work practice and relationship management expertise to the implementation and further development and growth of the programme in the region.
The successful candidate will be an effective leader and manager of people with an ability to draw up long term strategic plans and translate these into delivery through a regional team and a wide number of partnerships. As Head of Region you will be the senior leader for the Frontline charity in your region and have a clear vision for outstanding social work practice and education with an understanding of practice models and theories.
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Based at any of Oasis Community Learning’s UK sites (with travel to meetings at other locations, including Central London)
About Us
Oasis Community Learning (OCL) is a ground-breaking global Christian movement and group of charities and social enterprises working in 51 community hubs located in 11 countries across the world.
We create a new sense of neighbourhood in communities that had previously been forgotten by society and our community hubs enable people to come together and fulfil their potential.
We are also raising the educational bar through our academies. A family of 52 educational institutions serving over 28,000 students from a variety of backgrounds, our academies seek to close the educational gap that exists between disadvantaged students and their more privileged counterparts.
We are looking for a Head of Strategic IT Projects to join our IT Directorate Senior Management Team. This role will play a key role in the development of the overall IT strategy for OCL.
The Benefits
- Salary of £69,995 - £78,698 per annum (dependent on location)
- Car allowance
- Local government pension scheme
- A strong Continuous Professional Development (CPD) programme with training opportunities
- A supportive network and family of staff in a motivating work environment
- An opportunity to work with new technology
- A generous annual leave allowance of 25 days (plus 8 Bank Holiday days) per year, rising to 30 days (plus 8 Bank Holiday days) after 2 years of service
If you have a background in delivering IT programmes, this is an exceptional opportunity to make a positive, lasting impact on our academies and educational offering.
Our vision is for a community where everyone is included, making a contribution and reaching their true potential. In this senior position, you will have the chance to support the successful delivery of services that will enable our students and organisation as a whole to flourish.
The Role
As the Head of Strategic IT Projects, you will oversee the successful planning and management of the IT Projects Programme, including specific IT project delivery leading to the realisation of our organisation’s IT vision.
In this role, you will plan, oversee and take operational responsibility for the implementation of all aspects of IT integration and improvements for the agreed IT programme, strategies and projects within Oasis academies.
You’ll ensure that the best business benefit and highest standard of quality is obtained within agreed budgets/timescales at all times.
In your role as an OCL Head of Service, you will also contribute to the cross-function management and strategic development of services within the organisation.
About You
To join us as the Head of Strategic IT Projects, you will need:
- At least five years’ programme and/or project management experience
- A minimum of three years’ experience of managing procurement programmes in the public sector, including knowledge of EU procurement law
- At least three years’ experience of acting at a senior level of management
- At least two years’ experience of delivering IT programmes
- Experience of working with, and negotiating with, funding bodies
- Previous experience of developing strategic plans for the delivery of effective IT solutions
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
- A degree-level or equivalent industry qualification
- A PRINCE2 or PMI qualification
Other organisations may call this role Head of IT Programme, Head of IT Projects, Senior IT Projects Manager, Senior IT Programme Manager, or Head of IT.
The closing date for applications is the 5th February 2020.
Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours, which flow from the Oasis ethos. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.
So, if you are ready for an exciting, new challenge as our Head of Strategic IT Projects, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
Working hours: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Project Based (covering services in Littlehampton, Horsham and Mid Sussex)
About Us
Established in 1991, Turning Tides is a community-led charity dedicated to ending homelessness. We empower homeless or insecurely housed individuals to achieve sustainable independent living.
We have gone from supporting a handful of people in the coastal town of Worthing to providing a range of services to over 1,700 people in Worthing, Adur, Littlehampton, Horsham and Mid Sussex. We have over 5,000 supporters, 300 volunteers and 100 staff members to date.
We believe that everyone has the right to a home, regardless of the difficulties and issues they may face in their lives. We believe in showing people who need our help that they are not alone, that the wider community is there to support them and offer hope for a better future.
We’re now looking for a Deputy Head of Operations to join our team on a full or part-time basis.
The Benefits
- Salary of £40,000 per annum FTE
- Stakeholder pension scheme
- Flexible working arrangements
- Free yearly health MOTs
- Wellbeing sessions and free flu jabs
- Comprehensive employee assistance programme
- Discounts portal giving access to a range of discounts
- Discounts with local businesses including local gym membership
- Support for ongoing Learning & Development with comprehensive training programme
- 25 days’ holiday, increasing with service
If you are a high calibre leader from a voluntary or public sector background, this is a fantastic opportunity to support the services of an organisation tackling homelessness.
In this multifunctional, hands-on role, no two days will be the same and you will have the chance to implement a dynamic approach to our day-to-day activities that embrace change and innovation.
So, if you want to play an important role within our community-led organisation, help us do more and elevate our service offering, we want to hear from you.
The Role
As the Deputy Head of Operations, you will support the overall development of our high, medium and low-level residential support services. You will focus on Psychologically Informed Environments (PIE) and drive our organisation to become the local provider of choice.
You will take a cohesive approach and will ensure the development and advancement of our client facing services.
Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will:
- Plan, direct and develop service provision across residential, hub and outreach services
- Improve teams’ performance, productivity, quality and efficiency
- Oversee the financial viability of client facing services
- Ensure PIE and co-production are embedded within everything that we do
- Support the design, delivery and implementation of new services and models
- Develop and grow partnerships across West Sussex
About You
To join us as the Deputy Head of Operations, you will need:
- A proven track record of leading and/or managing teams and successfully developing services within the voluntary or public sector
- Experience in creating and effectively managing budgets and forecasts
- The proven ability from a previous role, of being able to network and build relationships with stakeholders
- Excellent knowledge of policy and legislation around HMO licencing and planning
Other organisations may call this role Operations Manager, Residential Services Manager, Deputy Head of Service Operations, Public Sector Services Manager, Support Services Operations Manager, or Head of Outreach Services.
The closing date for this role is the 19th February 2020, with interviews scheduled for the 4th March 2020.
Webrecruit and Turning Tides are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
So, if you’re looking to make a positive change as a Deputy Head of Operations, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.
We are a small and ambitious organisation, and our new Head of Policy will need to be an agile leader, capable of inspiring others both internally and externally, but also willing to roll up their own sleeves and get the job done.
The ideal candidate will:
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Be effective relating to the most senior leaders in health and care and to charity colleagues, health professionals, researchers, funding partners, patients and service users
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Be critical, but constructive; independent but well-networked; credible, but pragmatic
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Be comfortable making decisions – we are a small organisation and rely on our senior leaders’ experience and good judgement
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Be curious and willing to learn - about the work of our members, about what it’s like to work in health and care, and to live with ill health
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Be a natural communicator – our influence comes from sharing our insight and values through conference speeches, workshops, blogs, and traditional and social media
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Be able to work with and get the best out of experts and advisors
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Be confident managing multiple projects at pace, on time and on budget – often working with external consultants and staff in member organisations as well as with our internal team
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Be happy working in a small team – we’re too small to work in departments or to worry about seniority – we need to make things happen together.
We appreciate that this is an ambitious list – we don’t expect people to be equally strong across all these dimensions and we are happy and keen to develop people who have the right attitude and want to grow in and with this role.
The job description below sets out some of the key areas of responsibility we envisage for this role, but it is important to note that we are a busy and growing organisation, therefore the responsibilities set out should not be considered exhaustive and it is important to be aware that roles and responsibilities are likely to evolve over time. We envisage the post holder to hold line management responsibility in the medium term.
Responsibilities
Influence policy and practice across health and care
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Keep abreast of key issues and influencers in health and care in England
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Identify opportunities for influence and develop and implement constructive and credible policy positions and influencing strategies
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Build and maintain a network of decision makers and allies, and develop and nurture partnerships to achieve our ambitions
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Participate in high-level meetings on behalf of National Voices ensuring our values, insights and positions are reflected
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Work closely with our members – understand and deploy what they know and do, and share opportunities for influence
Develop and use insight
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Work with staff, consultants and partners to support the development of National Voices’ insight function, ensuring that we are informed by the experiences of people living with mental and physical ill health and disability
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Manage projects and programmes, working in partnership as required, putting in place streamlined and effective systems for timely, high-quality delivery
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Turn the insights we generate through our project work into arguments and influence
Grow National Voices, its impact and partnerships
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Build relationships, and common ground with members, partners and funders
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Spot opportunities for collaboration, partnership and income generation that can support the delivery of National Voices’ strategic priorities
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Turn ideas and ambitions into concrete proposals and funded projects
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Plan confidently and realistically, be accountable for delivery, and make sure we finish and complete
Communicate and engage
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Work all available communications channels to land our insight and messages
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Design and run lively and productive events and engagement with our members and others
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Support members, partners, patients and service users and staff to contribute their knowledge, practice and assets to National Voices’ work
Help to lead National Voices
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Be a senior member of a small team, taking responsibility for managing and developing our people and organisation
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Aim high, and lead with ambition and creativity – propose what we could do differently and how we could grow
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Model behaviours of inclusivity, compassion, curiosity and accountability, creating a high support, high challenge environment
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Take responsibility for money – how we raise income and how we spend it
Person specification
All candidates will be assessed against the following criteria, please use specific examples when applying, focussing particularly on the experience, knowledge and understanding required for the role.
Values, attitudes and behaviours
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Passionate about National Voices’ mission and work
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Proactive, flexible and responsive
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Comfortable working in a team, as well as under own initiative
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Able to think and act creatively to solve problems and challenges
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Committed to reducing inequalities and understanding diversity
Skills and abilities
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Excellent policy, research and influencing skills
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Strategic and analytical thinking
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Able to react quickly and confidently in unclear situations and in changing circumstances
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Exceptional interpersonal and relationship management skills
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Strong organisational skills: able to manage teams, projects, budgets and workload
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Impeccable and engaging written and oral communication skills
Experience, knowledge and understanding
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Substantial experience of leading and implementing policy and influencing strategies: with experience across research, policy development, public affairs, and communications
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Significant experience of developing and implementing complex and high-profile projects and partnerships
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Substantial experience of using a range of communication tools and communicating with diverse audiences – from senior influencers to people and communities
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Experience of building consensus and working in situations of controversy and conflict
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Experience of working in a fast-paced environment across a number of priorities at once
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Experience of working with and through networks and partnerships
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Experience of working on health and social care issues and with the voluntary sector – with strong subject expertise in areas of health or care policy
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Experience of working directly with people and communities, and engaging individuals with lived-experience in policy and influencing
Application guidance
Please complete the National Voices application form and include a covering letter (no more than two A4 pages) explaining why you are suitable for the role, with particular reference to the experience, knowledge and skills identified in the person specification.
Please state your current salary and any notice period to which you are committed.
Please specify any access or other requirements of which we need to be aware for the interview.
Applications should be emailed to Patrick Ryan, please refer to Application Pack for email details.
Patrick can also be contacted with any further questions.
The deadline for applications is noon on Wednesday 29th January.
Interviews will take place on Thursday 6th February.
Details of an interview task will be emailed to you on Friday 31st January.
National Voices is the coalition of health and social care charities in England. We work for a strong patient and citizen voice and services bu... Read more
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Full time, 35 hours per week
Permanent
Location: 30 Euston Square, London, with some flexibility
Grade BL, Salary £61,200 per annum
Close date: 5.00pm on 02 February 2020
Interview date: week commencing 10 February 2020
The Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) is the professional membership body for family doctors in the UK and abroad. RCGP is the largest of the medical Royal Colleges and the organisation is located across 30 different sites spread across the UK and Ireland. The College has over 50,000 members and obtains an income of approximately £35m with a workforce of 250. The College also has an International element and works with around 40 countries, with members based in various countries across the world.
The overarching aim of the RCGP Enterprises and Conferences Directorate is to generate income streams that will support the charitable purpose of the RCGP.
We’re looking for someone to provide leadership to the publishing teams within the Enterprises and Conferences directorate, as well as developing a new publishing strategy across the broader college. In line with our new commercial strategy, you will need to innovate to keep our Journals, publications and content relevant and valued by members and the public.
In our successful applicant we are seeking a commercially focussed individual with strong experience of project management and production of world class professional, scientific, medical or educational publishing. With knowledge of the current legal and contractual issues in publishing, you will also have established experience in managing freelancers, typesetters and other stakeholders, as well as experience managing online content/media.
You must possess excellent communication and presentation skills alongside an ability to handle complex and politically sensitive issues. With strong experience of managing a significant budget, you also have demonstrable evidence and ability to negotiate with suppliers and tender supply contracts. The ability to lead and motivate a team within a changing environment is a key attribute.
The successful candidate will share our corporate values. In return, the College offers excellent terms and conditions.
To apply please upload your CV and cover letter via the Vacancies page on the RCGP website.
The Royal College of General Practitioners is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
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Are you an experienced communications professional, looking to make a big difference with one of the biggest charity brands in the UK? Samaritans is looking for a brilliant Head of Media to take the lead in telling our story.
- Ewell, Surrey
- Permanent, full-time role
- £50,000 - £55,000 per annum (depending on experience) + competitive benefits
A little about the role...
We’re looking for someone who can bring their skills, experience and knowledge to help us reach, engage and inspire our different audiences. This is a crucial role that will take responsibility for developing and delivering a best-in-class media strategy to successfully engage with our audiences including callers, donors and supporters as well as opinion formers to help us achieve our vision that fewer people die by suicide.
Someone dies by suicide every 90 mins in the UK and Ireland. Every single one of these deaths is a tragedy and everything we do at Samaritans is working towards our vision that fewer lives are lost to suicide. We campaign for change that can save lives and we equip people with the skills to look after their mental health and emotional wellbeing, as well as be there for others. Samaritans’ volunteers in 201 branches are here day and night, 365 days a year, to listen and give people the space to share how they’re really feeling.
You’ll be based at our friendly head office on a beautiful millpond in Ewell, Surrey. Just a 30-minute train journey from Waterloo and 15 minutes from Wimbledon. Please note, some out of hours working and travel may be required.
If you're interested in finding out more about the role please read the attached job description as set out below..
About Samaritans
At Samaritans, our vision is that fewer people die by suicide. We believe it is preventable and that by working together we can give people the support they need before they reach crisis point. We are one of the most trusted charities in the UK and ROI, and we answer a call for help every six seconds. We have around 175 staff and more than 20,000 volunteers based across 201 branches giving emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We don’t just hear you, we listen.
Our location
You’ll be based at our friendly head office on a beautiful millpond in Ewell, Surrey. Just a 30-minute train journey from Waterloo and 15 minutes from Wimbledon. As an employer we offer a good range of benefits, including 25 days’ holiday, 3 well being days, flexible working, Health Cash Plan, Pension and interest-free season ticket loans.
To apply
Interested candidates should submit their CV and a covering letter outlining their motivations for applying and how they meet each of the role criteria as set out in the JD to the email address below by 9am on Monday 10th February 2020.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a brilliant colleague who will lead our marketing efforts by promoting our training and subscription offer around the country so teachers can deliver exciting, effective and memorable learning experiences with Lyfta.
We seek a highly-motivated professional with a proven track record of marketing and sales, ideally within the education sector or similar organisations. You will be passionate about making the world a better place and committed to your own part in that. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working within a fast-paced start-up environment as part of a small and dynamic team, based in London and Helsinki.
About Lyfta
Lyfta makes awe-inspiring digital learning experiences to foster empathy and global understanding. We have developed an award-winning, subscription-based digital platform where teachers and pupils can access stunning immersive storyworlds and curriculum-based lesson and assembly plans.
Our theme-based learning experiences are ideal for teaching Literacy, PSHE, Global Citizenship and Art, as well as fostering values and skills such as empathy, self-direction and critical thinking.
With over 500 schools in the UK and Finland, we are looking to build on our strong pedagogy, high quality product, clear strategy and great team to grow and make significant impact over the coming months.
We are a warm, positive, talented and hard-working group of people with a big goal: to contribute to a better world through education.
Diversity and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do with Lyfta - from the immersive stories on our platform, to our team and the way we behave and operate as a company. We aim to nurture a culture that respects and values each other’s differences, that promotes dignity, equality and diversity, and that supports individuals to develop and maximise their true potential.
Purpose of the role
This is a new and exciting role that will be instrumental in Lyfta’s continued growth and success. Working closely with the Co-CEO and the Director of Engagement, the Head of Marketing is responsible for marketing and activity which promotes take-up of our training offer and growth of our subscription base in the UK. The Head of Marketing will also work with the Helsinki team to support the marketing to schools in Finland.
This is the role for you if you...
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Have demonstrable excellence in senior marketing roles (4+ years) ideally in a B2B setting for successful start-ups. Experience with leading marketing efforts in more than one language and/or geographical area is valued
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Possess deep knowledge of a variety of marketing areas including, but not limited to brand, CRM, PPC, content and PR
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Will strive to know Lyfta’s products inside and out, and, ideally, have a clear and practical understanding of the school environment and the sector more widely
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Will thrive in a busy start-up environment comfortable with a mixture of hands-on delivery and high-level strategic responsibility
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Have experience of leading an in-house marketing team and managing a network of service-providers for marketing delivery
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Have proven strategic and creative thinking skills and experience of implementing successful, innovative marketing campaigns
Key responsibilities
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Lead on the strategy for marketing, sales and all activities that deliver on Lyfta’s overall strategic plan for growth mainly within the UK education sector, but also in other geographical markets where Lyfta operates
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Lead on the strategy and implementation of systems and processes which support the delivery of Lyfta’s strategic plan for marketing and sales, and continuously improve the accuracy and efficiency of our work towards our aims
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Report and advise on KPIs and ROI of marketing funnels and initiatives, to drive the sales and marketing strategies of the business effectively
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Develop strong and effective internal and external relationships through appropriate communications, cross-team working and networking at all levels
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Oversee the establishment, management and development of mutually beneficial relationships, stakeholders and partners to support the delivery of our marketing and sales strategy, ensuring high standards of collaboration and communication
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Be a key and responsive point of contact and represent Lyfta at a senior level to the wide variety of people and organisations across the sector
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Attend and contribute to relevant internal and external meetings and cross-departmental working groups as required
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Lead on and implement the strategy for our website look and feel, content and SEO
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Lead on and deliver the strategy for brand awareness and marketing collateral, including physical materials, and the look and feel for exhibition space at events
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Develop and deliver promotional campaigns for training and events run by Lyfta
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Develop and deliver marketing campaigns via email, social media and other relevant platforms, testing different approaches to marketing and finding the best practice and tools to drive traffic and generate sales
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Coordinate UK-based events and actively seek out suitable conferences, events, PR opportunities, speaking engagements and awards to apply for
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Work closely with the Engagement Team to produce blog posts, Lyfta case studies, promotional videos, and materials for events, the website, and other marketing opportunities
Essential skills
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Excellent IT skills, including using Google Suite, Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe and PowerPoint
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Outstanding knowledge and experience of marketing, sales, SEO, segmentation, digital and multi-channel approaches
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Confident communicator at all levels, with excellent collaborative people skills
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Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software such as Salesforce, Intercom and/or similar tools
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Highly organised, able to prioritise workload around a diverse range of demands, working independently and as part of a team
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Strong analytical and reporting skills
Please apply by sending a CV along with a covering letter, stating how your skills and experience match the description for this role, to Penny Rabiger (penny at lyfta dot com)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.