We are looking for an experienced Infrastructure Officer to join our team.

Job Title: Infrastructure Officer

Salary: £44,972

Contract Period: Permanent

Hours: 37 hrs flexible, some out of normal hours work on weekends and evenings

Location: Negotiable; face to face meetings in London on a regular basis, if in line with Government COVID 19 guidance. This job has a national remit so there will be travel throughout the UK

Responsible to: Director

Responsible For: Grants Officers

The role will involve helping to develop the capacity of new and existing BAME organisations by providing high quality advice, information and developmental support; to offer support in helping these organisations develop resources, and to provide assessment frameworks to identify needs and develop tools and templates to meet these, and to deputise for the director as required. The position will be suitable for someone who is flexible, reliable, dedicated and interested in contributing to society. 

Start: Immediate. 

The Role 

The Infrastructure Officer role is to develop and work with partners to enable a sustainable and consistent infrastructure service for the BAME sector, particularly at regional and local levels. As Infrastructure Officer you will; 

• To work with the Director and other relevant people to implement transparent and effective infrastructure services
• To develop assessment frameworks to assess needs with different levels of frameworks to make these suitable for small, informal groups as well as larger organisations
• To base infrastructure work on identifying some of the structural discriminations faced by BAME groups and develop ways to help groups tackle this
• To develop and implement training and developmental support to help organisations build capacity to overcome barriers and develop; to develop a library of templates and tools that can help with this
• To help BAME organisations identify financial resources needed and make applications for these, including the Voice4Change grant making fund
• To build an infrastructure programme that helps organisations with holistic development, covering all aspects e.g. governance, strategic planning, quality systems, policies, effective delivery, monitoring and evaluation; to organise this in a way that is appropriate for the level of the BAME group.

• To set key performance indicators for delivery of services and establish processes to capture achievement against these

• To manage Voice4Change Grants Officers through an effective supervision and support framework  

The Person 

To succeed as Infrastructure Officer you will; 

• Have proven management level experience 

• Be highly proficient and highly creative in MS Desktop packages, MS SharePoint and Outlook 2010/2016 (mail, calendar and databases) Intranet/Web. Windows 2010/2007 

• Exceptional organisational and communication skills together with proven leadership capabilities 

• Must be a proactive team player with strong problem solving skills

About Voice4Change 

Voice4Change England is a national advocate for the Black and Minority Ethnic voluntary and community sector (BMS VCS). As the only national membership organisation dedicated to the BME VCS we speak up to policymakers on the issues that matter to the sector, bring the sector together to share good practice and develop the sector to better meet the needs of communities. 

Infrastructure Officer

(ref: SUS2968)

£24,691 per annum

37.5 hours per week – based in Edinburgh

 (flexibility for remote/home working)

Sustrans Scotland is seeking to recruit an individual with a passion for place and urban design to join our Infrastructure Team.

Ideally you will have a background on landscape architecture, urban design, planning, civil engineering, community engagement or behaviour change and experience in managing projects. As part of the team, you will contribute to the delivery of high quality urban realm projects with a focus on people and place across Scotland focused specifically at the northern regions.

Joining Sustrans Scotland as an Infrastructure Officer, you will be part of the Places for Everyone team, who support a range of partners to design and develop inspirational projects that restore the balance of Scotland’s streets in favour of people walking, cycling and wheeling.

Sustrans offers a range of benefits including flexible hours and home-working arrangements.

The closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 9am on Monday 17 August 2020.  Interviews will take place via MS Teams / Zoom on Wednesday 26 or Thursday 27 August 2020.

Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion.  We welcome applications from people with the appropriate skills from all parts of the community.

Age UK's vision is a world where everyone can love later life. We know some people can face illness, loneliness or poverty as they grow older. Whatever the situation, Age UK provides support and vital services to help make later life the best it can be.

Like most large modern organisations, we have a complex IT Infrastructure, and its optimal performance is integral to everything we do. As such, we are recruiting for an Infrastructure Manager to join the team on a 3 - 6 month contract to take responsibility for the optimal running of our IT infrastructure and operational environment, supporting application deployment to internal and external customers, including network, server and device management.

The successful candidate will be comfortable acting as a technical authority on Office365 administration, WAN-LAN technology, PaaS such as Azure and AWS and working with external suppliers and internal technical teams. This is a hands-on role, where experience of cloud-based technologies, in particular Microsoft technologies such as InTune, AutoPilot as well as day to IT operational challenges with infrastructure require an experienced input. Whilst this role does have some management responsibility, it is primarily a hands-on technical role and would suit someone that is keen to be a key worker on several exciting "in flight" projects at the leading edge of technology.

About you

* You will be experienced managing complicated IT infrastructures in a large complex environment.
* You will be a highly experienced technical expert on Office 365 administration and Wide area networks, with appropriate knowledge to be source of authority and expertise to the team.
* You will have hands-on experience with performance optimization on Azure and experience of Microsoft InTune, and technologies such as Windows Autopilot.
* You should demonstrate experience managing multiple outsourced vendors and suppliers along with associated equipment, services and contracts.
* You will hold at least two of the following certifications Any two of the following certifications is essential, Microsoft certification, Azure certification or Cisco certification.

What we offer in return

In return we can offer a competitive salary, and great benefits including 26 days annual leave + bank holidays, pension, life assurance, healthcare cashback plan, season ticket loan, discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme, car lease scheme, flexible working and much more.

Additional Information

Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria. We welcome requests for flexible working.

Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

Senior Engineer

£35,362 per annum

(inclusive of a recruitment & retention allowance of £3,993pa)

(Ref:  SUS2966)

37.5 hours per week - based within Edinburgh or Glasgow

Sustrans is looking for a Senior Engineer, who is passionate about sustainability, to help design and deliver innovative cycling and walking infrastructure schemes across Scotland to enable us to achieve our vision of a society where the way we travel creates healthier places and happier lives for everyone.

In addition, you will provide highway engineering advice and design support for community led urban realm schemes and guidance to other engineers and technicians within the team while developing skills in line with Sustrans strategy.

We are looking for Engineers with strong highways background and a flair for delivering high quality infrastructure design. Engineers who can demonstrate a strong track record of working collaboratively with stakeholders and as technical experts within multi-disciplinary teams.  In return we can support you to develop new skills and give you the freedom to express yourself creatively. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small team where you can make a big impact and where we value the contribution and expertise of everyone.

We look forward to receiving your application.  Closing date for completed applications is 9am on Tuesday 8 September 2020.  Interviews will be held over MS Teams / Zoom between Wednesday 16 and Friday 18 September 2020.

Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion. We welcome applications from people with the appropriate skills from all parts of the community.

Engineer, Highway Design

£28,940 per annum

(Inclusive of a recruitment and retention allowance of £1,412pa)

(Ref: SUS2967)

37.5 hours per week - base: Edinburgh or Glasgow

This is a unique and exciting opportunity for an Engineer to join a truly collaborative team which designs and delivers high quality, innovative solutions for walking and cycling infrastructure.

Working together to achieve our strategic priority of Liveable Cities and Towns for Everyone, we are very proud of our portfolio of ground-breaking projects, working hand in hand with local communities reshaping their streets and alongside local authorities and other partners, unlocking the potential of the wider road network to encourage greater active travel. Underpinning all our work is a passion for sustainability and support for our vision of a society where the way we travel creates healthier places and happier lives for everyone.  

We are looking for a talented engineer with a background in delivering quality highway infrastructure schemes and ideally with a track record of working with community groups and partners. Someone who can help us develop and progress feasibility reports, prepare designs and contracts and see our active travel projects through to construction and delivery. In return we can help you to develop new skills and give you the freedom to express yourself creatively. We also encourage professional development with our industry-leading internal multi-disciplinary training opportunities and support towards attaining incorporated or chartered status, including ICE, IHE and CIHT. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team of people who really enjoy working together and value the contribution and expertise each individual brings.

Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 9am Tuesday 8 September 2020.  Interviews will take place via MS Teams / Zoom between Wednesday 16 and Friday 18 September 2020.

Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion. We welcome applications from people with the appropriate skills from all parts of the community.

Crosslinks is looking for a talented individual to help deliver its communications strategy. The successful candidate will be based in south London and work under the supervision of the Communications Team Leader. Together they will develop compelling media content and products in a variety of digital and physical formats to help the local church engage in God’s global mission. As Crosslinks approaches its centenary in 2022, this position will play a pivotal role in ensuring it informs, inspires and engages both core supporters and a wider audience.

Responsibilities

• Creating innovative media products that complement Crosslinks’ mobilisation and partnerships strategy for use in the wider church and amongst Crosslinks’ support base.
• Taking responsibility for all Crosslinks’ prayer communication with home partners.
• Supporting the development of Crosslinks’ web infrastructure and online tools.
• Training and equipping Crosslinks’ staff and workers to communicate the vision of Crosslinks effectively.

Desired skills and experience

• Digital communication skills and excellent written and verbal proficiency.
• An ability to think strategically and analytically, working in a team environment and independently.
• A good eye for detail and an ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency with content management and digital software and a basic knowledge of HTML.

Additional information

The post holder will be an evangelical Christian with a strong gospel focus, committed to the local church and able to align themselves with and sign the Crosslinks Declaration of Belief and Basis of the Society.

The application deadline is 3.00pm on Friday 21 August 2020, with interviews ideally held on Thursday 27 August, with a start date as soon as possible thereafter.

Salary: £24,000-£26,000 p.a. depending on experience.

Crosslinks exists to help people get involved in God's mission. We believe mission is all about making disciples of Jesus Christ, so our people and projects are all engaged in frontline evangelism or training pastor-teachers. We also believe every Christian has a part to play in taking God’s word to God’s world. 

Applications for this post are welcome from any Christian (a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9(3) of the Equality Act 2010).

IT Manager

Full time at 35 hours
London, UK
Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 Dependent on experience
Permanent

GamCare is the UK’s leading provider of information, advice and support for anyone affected by gambling-related harms.

GamCare has enjoyed Significant growth during the last two years. We have started number of new programmes working with new and existing funders. This has seen our number of staff increase and new and exciting programmes provided nationally.

We continue to develop our IT infrastructure and modernise our systems to support this continued growth. As well as procuring new CRM and other bespoke software modules we have integrated many new updates unto existing systems. In addition, we continue to facilitate remote working for all staff during the pandemic.

It is therefore an exciting time to join a vibrant and motivated team to support these developments. GamCare are currently looking for an IT Manager to work within our Business Support Directorate to lead our IT function. This role will involve developing and implementing the GamCare IT Strategy, as well as developing and monitoring the GamCare IT system and support services. 

This post holder will be central to supporting IT developments, procurement of new systems and training/development initiatives as informed by organisation needs.

We are looking for a proactive leader, with a strong sense of initiative, an excellent team working approach and an exceptional communicator. You will be able to demonstrate a high level of organisational, analytical and IT skills, and have relevant management experience.

This post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a forward-thinking team environment and make a difference to the service user experience and recovery.

To apply, please complete go onto the GamCare website. 

If you would like acknowledgement that your application has been received, please ensure the application is attached and put the following subject in your email:

Job application: <name of vacancy>

Please note that if the subject is not correct, you may not receive a confirmation.

If you require any further information regarding this role, please contact Syed Naqi, Director of Finance and Resources. Application forms forwarded to this email will not be accepted.

Previous applicants need not apply. Please note we do not accept CVs

GamCare is committed to processing your personal data fairly, lawfully and transparently in line with GDPR. For further information on GamCare’s recruitment privacy notice please refer to our website.

Closing Date: Monday 24 August 2020 at 9am

Interview Date: w/c 31 August 2020

Have you got web development skills and want to build on your abilities as part of a small, dedicated in-house digital team?

Do you want to be part of an organisation that supports people working across the energy industry and tackling climate change?

Prospectus is thrilled to be supporting a chartered professional membership body for global energy professionals, in their search for a talented and creative Front-End Developer who is keen to learn and progress within a digital focused role. A key focus of this role is the development and design of attractive, engaging, responsive and meaningful digital content and functionality.

To be successful as a Front-End Developer, you will have experience of developing user-focused online products and services, experience in developing functionality using a content management system, the ability to programme within a variety of languages (JavaScript, jQuery, HTML5) and an aptitude for good user-centric design. Having experience creating digital assets (wireframes and interactive mock-ups) is essential as the role extends across planning and optimising user's digital interactions and journeys. Knowledge of APIs is desirable to help integrate the client's website with other systems.

A full job description will be provided to candidates shortlisted by Prospectus.

Please apply with a Word Document copy of your CV. Cover letters are not required at this stage.

Please note that the role may close earlier than the date advertised.

Eden Project Communities has UK wide reach and delivers initiatives that encourage public engagement and participation in positive action and create real social capital on a mass scale.  Since it began in 2009, participation in The Big Lunch, the UK’s annual get-together for neighbours, has grown continually with the number of people taking part last year topping 6 million.  Alongside this we deliver initiatives that encourage connections, engage the public and help people across the UK build the skills and confidence to drive positive social action where it is needed most.
We are looking for 2 new team members who love working with people and communities to join our UK wide team of Community Network Developers. A key part of your role is providing a vibrant calendar of events and activities online and offline, for the programme across a territory within England through developing our network, delivering Exchange Hub events and building support networks for those who take part in all our events.
Over the coming years we are growing participation in the programme to new heights and aim to increase the social impact we have on communities and neighbourhoods all over the UK.  You’ll help us increase awareness of and participation in all aspects of the programme, including our Community Camps, courses, Exchange Hubs and The Big Lunch.
The right individuals will be able to help us by leading the development of networks (Exchange Hubs) in their territory, as well as UK wide, that engage individuals and organisations and encouraging people to engage in our campaigns and do more in their communities year round. You will be part of a team of Community Network Developers, supported by our England Network Team Leader.
Our ideal candidates will have at a minimum of 2 years’ experience in community development and organizing projects.  You’ll have experience of working in the community sector and in developing local networks and have strong relationship building skills.  A natural host, you’ll be familiar with setting up and running online and offline events that bring people together and can manage multiple activities running in parallel as part of our busy team.
Working for the Eden Project (Charity number 1093070), roles within the programme are funded by the National Lottery through The National Lottery Community Fund.  This is a fixed term contract to the end of December 2021 subject to funding. The post holder will be based from home within the region and will be required to travel across the territory, the UK and to the Eden Project in Cornwall for key events and meetings.

The closing date for all applications is 21 August 2020.  We will aim to hold the first stage of virtual interviews in the same week 26/27 August and second stage in person interview in region the following week.

We are Living Streets, the UK charity for everyday walking.

We want to create a nation where walking is the natural choice for everyday, local journeys; free from congested roads and pollution, reducing the risk of preventable illnesses and social isolation. We want to achieve a better walking environment and to inspire people of all generations to enjoy the benefits the simple act of walking brings.

Join us and together we will create a walking nation.

The Living Streets Technical Coordinator will play a critical role in helping to create environments which support and encourage walking. Main responsibilities will be to provide expert guidance and technical support to improve the physical street environment for walking. Projects will include identifying a range of large and small-scale physical improvements and develop the case for investment in walking infrastructure.  Ensuring strong policy links will also be essential to maximise our impact. Key partners will include local authorities, regional transport partnerships and public transport operators.  The Technical Coordinator will be homebased, with a need to travel to London and Cardiff and other locations across the South of England and Wales. The Technical Coordinator will also provide support for projects in other parts of the UK. Travel and accommodation costs for these duties will be reimbursed as appropriate.

Living Streets is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk; and expects all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be subject to background and criminal records checks as relevant to the job role.

Contract: One Year Fixed Term Contract (until August 2021)

Closing date:  Monday 17 August 2020 (12 pm)

Interview date: Thursday 27 August 2020

Interview location: Online

The Church Relations Executive will join the IJM Ireland Team in order to activate churches and the wider Christian community across the country, seeking to raise prayer, finances and engagement with the work of IJM.

The role would suit an individual with a strong ability to build relationships quickly, who can make strategic and sensitive asks and who is confident in communicating about God’s heart for justice.

First Line IT Support 

We are looking for a First Line Service Agent to join our Service Desk Team. 

First Line IT Support Responsibilities:

• Deliver a professional first line IT support to our customers. To effectively triage, route and resolve where possible IT service requests and incidents.

• Maintain accurate and detailed logging of issues into the Service Desk tool, with regular and timely updates to keep open issues relevant.

• Escalate unresolved issues to relevant teams or management to ensure issues are resolved in a timely manner.

• Maintain a high degree of customer service for all queries and adhere to ITIL Service Management principles.

• Promote the use of latest tools and technologies in line with the IT Road Map, in keeping with best practice and regulatory requirements.

• Maintain accurate Asset Management records to ensure that all RNIB assets are tracked from purchase to retirement.

• Administration of user accounts across all systems in keeping with IT policies, processes and procedures.

• Contribute to the production and updating of documentation in the Operations Manual to ensure an up-to-date and fit for purpose knowledge management repository is stored.

• Any other reasonable duties commensurate with the post as agreed with the Service Desk Lead.

First Line IT Support Requirements:

• Experience of providing first line support to a similar sized organisation with customers located across multiple sites and home based.

• Experience of executing a joiners, changes and leavers process to ensure that customers system access, permissions, and details are correct across many business systems including Active Directory, CRM, ECommerce and ERP.

• Ability to provide excellent customer service over the phone and in person, developing working relationships with customers and making them feel valued.

• Experience of using and troubleshooting the latest Microsoft offerings in operating systems and office applications including Office 365 and Windows 10.

• An understanding of IT networking technologies.

• Ability to accurately and succinctly document the customers issue into a Service Desk issue. Able to gather relevant so that the resolver group can resolve the issue.

• Understanding of the difference is between a Service Request, Incident, Change and Problem. Being able to accurately categorise service issues.

• Comfortable with giving advice to customers over the phone and in person about technical matters.

• Ability to develop effective and supportive relationships with colleagues.

• Maintain high levels of communication across the team, using the tools available to them to ensure a consistent message for customers.

• Planning and Organisational skills

• Ability to organise own workload, prioritising work to return maximum efficiency and customer satisfaction.

About RNIB Royal National Institute of Blind People:

We’re the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) and we’re here for everyone affected by sight loss. Working for us means working for one of the UK’s biggest charities, supporting almost two million people living with sight loss in the UK.

RNIB is committed to being led by our customers (blind and partially sighted people), and one of the ways we do this is through active involvement and engagement in many of our work activities, including the recruitment of new members of staff.

Please be aware that blind and partially sighted volunteers may be involved in the recruitment and selection process for this vacancy; including reviewing job applications and CV’s, shortlisting and interviews and selection tests.

RNIB is committed to being an Equal Opportunities organisation and we welcome applications from people with sight loss.

Location: Peterborough

Job type: Full Time, Permanent, 36 hours per week

Salary: £19,001 to £20,901 per annum

Benefits: In exchange we offer a competitive salary, a stimulating and supportive working environment and a benefits package including: 26 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), which increase with service. Excellent pension schemes.

You may have experience of the following: 1st Line Support, First Line Support, IT Service Desk Analyst, Technical Support Analyst, System Support Analyst, IT Support, Technical Support, Support Analyst, Network Support, Helpdesk Analyst, Desktop Support, Help Desk, IT Support Technician, Active Directory, Office 365, etc.

Ref: 93573

IT & systems manager is Leeds based,  £28k and 32k, 

IT & Systems Manager

Mermaids is currently growing and needs to ensure that all aspects of the charity are maintained and remain secure. We are looking for an experienced and motivated IT and Systems Manager who will be responsible for overseeing and ensuring that computing systems, databases, and equipment are operating effectively and efficiently, and that systems continue to be fully secure and GDPR complaint.

To be successful in this position you will demonstrate a detailed knowledge of the industry’s best practices and evidence a professional track record of effective technical and operational management, information analysis, and a thorough understanding of computer hardware and software systems. The candidate should have a firm understanding of monitoring techniques to ensure tracking and reporting to agreed SLAs, they should have experience of crisis and change management and have in depth knowledge in security best practices.

The ideal candidate will have impeccable communication skills and be used to dealing with all levels of the organisation as well as third party vendors. They will benefit from a sensitive understanding of transgender issues. They will have an industrious work ethic and the ability to react quickly and professionally to complex and pressured situations.

We encourage applications from those with lived experiences (directly or indirectly) and/or close ties to the LGBTQ community.

We promote and value diversity in the workplace and welcome diverse applicants. We are committed to applying our equal opportunities policy at all stages of recruitment and selection. Shortlisting, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to disability, sex or sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or pregnancy or maternity. We believe that QTPOC trans people are disproportionality under-represented and we encourage applications from them.

Send your CV , accompanied by a maximum 500 word covering letter outlining what you would bring to the charity and what your personal experience will offer Mermaids as a charity. Please include hyperlinks in the letter to relevant material and add all social media accounts to the body of the email. Applications not in the specified format or submitted past the deadline may not be considered. Any social media or online activity which is not declared during the interview process and which comes to light on the commencement of employment in this role may result in dismissal under the terms of the contract.