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Join us in the ambitious ‘Birmingham In Action’ campaign, which commits to raising over £600 million of charitable funding and 1 million volunteer hours, positioning the University of Birmingham as one of the leaders in philanthropy in the UK.
To fulfil our exciting campaign ambitions, we are recruiting a Senior Philanthropy Manager to maximise philanthropic funding and to take our campaign to the next level. A key member of the Development and Alumni Relations Office’s (DARO) Fundraising team, you will be responsible for growing major gifts opportunities and building a sustainable pipeline of future donations.
DARO exists to support this academic and student community by engaging, inspiring, and celebrating alumni, individuals, and charitable funders who give their money, time, and networks to support the University’s strategic priorities. The Office, which is comprised of five teams, is focused on fundraising and volunteering from alumni, organisations and individuals who are passionate about changing lives, through funding various research projects, supporting student bursaries, mentoring students, and providing internships, as well as providing a versatile programme of engagement opportunities for our global alumni community.
As a senior fundraiser, we’re looking for someone who is innovative, self-motivated, and able to take ownership of fundraising opportunities, with particular alignment to one of the University’s Colleges. You will have experience of delivering against financial targets, along with the ability to translate complex information into a compelling ask in both verbal and written form.You will also have an enthusiasm for building relationships, the skill to interact with high-level donors and supporters, and the ability to showcase the game changing work of our academics and clinicians.
We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of staff and that diversity is a source of strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation, and debate. We warmly welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is at the heart of who and what we are, and how we work.
Supporting our people to achieve a healthy work/life balance is important both to our employees and to the success of the University and, depending on the role, we offer a variety of flexible working arrangements. We therefore welcome discussions on all forms of flexible working. In addition, you will receive a generous package of benefits including 40 days paid holiday a year, one paid day a year for volunteering, occupational sick pay, and a pension scheme. We also have three high quality subsidised day nurseries.
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Arrest Referral Worker
Salary range: £25,630 - £30,490 (depending on experience) + 8% shift allowance per annum
35 hours per week covering a range of shifts (between 7am and 10pm for Monday to Friday, and 8am to 4pm for Saturday and Sunday).
Typical shifts include: 7am – 3pm / 8am – 4pm / 10am - 6pm / 2pm – 10pm.
Based within the custody suites of West Midlands Police.
This advertised role will work between Wolverhampton, Oldbury, Stechford, Bloxwich, Coventry, Birmingham (Perry Barr) and Bourneville Police Custody suites
Job Ref: 1594.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Arrest Referral Worker in our CARS team, which has had, and continues to receive national recognition.
Cranstoun are proud to work with the West Midlands Police Crime and Commissioner to deliver the Cranstoun Arrest Referral Service within the custody suites of West Midlands Police, and West Midlands Courts, offering drug and alcohol using offenders the opportunity to break the cycle of substance related crime.
Are you currently working as a substance use worker, probation officer, or could you bring transferable skills and experience to our team? Are you a good listener? Can you motivate people to change? Are you comfortable working with vulnerable people? This is a great opportunity to have a positive impact on peoples lives!
You will work between police custody and criminal courts. You will assess, advise and refer offenders, providing them the opportunity to access treatment to address their substance use. Working with courts, you will promote the use of Community Sentence Treatment Requirements (Drug Rehabilitations Requirements and Alcohol Treatment Requirements) amongst all court professionals and the judiciary, contributing to Pre Sentence Reports and advocate for our service users.
You will be responsible for delivering all elements of substance use work including assertive engagement, harm reduction support (including naloxone provision), as well as other associated duties. You need to have an understanding of the issues faced by people who use drugs and alcohol, and who commit crime, and be dedicated to delivering a service that supports these individuals to make positive changes to their behaviour, health and well-being.
All roles within this service are subject to enhanced DBS checks and West Midlands Police vetting.
Applications for part time hours will be considered.
To download an application form please visit our website, via the link.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept CVs.
Closing date: 11th October 2025.
Barnardo's are looking for a creative and detail-oriented Junior Designer to join our fantastic in-house creative team. The successful candidate will get to work on a wide range of projects, from digital campaigns to print materials, all in support of our mission to help vulnerable children and young people.
We are looking for someone with 1–2 years of experience who have a passion for design and want to make a real-world impact with your work we want to hear from you.
- Position – Full time permanent post
- Hours – 36.25 hours per week
- Location - Hybrid
- Salary £28,951 - £31,020
The ideal candidate will need:
- Working in an Apple Mac environment, with a minimum of 1-2 years hands-on experience of the industry standard packages – InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat. Desirable if you also have knowledge of After Effects and Premier Pro.
- Recognised Graphic Design qualification to degree level or equivalent.
- Practical experience of different reprographic and printing processes. Also Practical understanding and experience of photography and videography.
- Producing design assets for digital media, including social media design.
- Conceptual thinker, with natural design talent and a flair for typography.
- Able to work outside office hours when required and able to work the hours required to achieve the results.
Some of the Key Responsibilities but not limited to:
To assist in the creation of digital and print assets including marketing materials, social media graphics, presentations, and web design elements. Collaborate with Senior Designers to develop concepts and execute visual storytelling that aligns with brand guidelines. You will need to prepare final artwork for production and digital use and help maintain brand consistency across all design projects. Support in organising and updating design files and asset libraries to also maintain brand consistency across all design projects. The successful candidate will need to Support the Senior Creative Manager and design colleagues by working across a range of projects which might include working up design concepts, correcting existing designs, artworking projects and seeing through the sign-off process and delivery of final files.
If this role sounds of interest to you, please apply.
Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.
Business Support Officer
Location: Home Based
Department: Business support
Salary: £16,800
Hours: 21 hours / 3 days per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Do you want to join an organisation committed to addressing low literacy and numeracy levels amongst people in the criminal justice system?
We’ve made substantial progress in recent years, with improvements and expansions to our delivery model and significant growth in our staff team. To support this growth, we are recruiting for a part time Business Support Officer to help provide administrative support to our growing team of staff and volunteers.
Working closely with colleagues across the charity, your responsibilities will include supporting our Resources Manager to ensure that our operational teams have access to all the learning resources they need, providing administrative support to our operational and volunteer management teams, and helping to keep our internal systems up to date.
It is essential that you have strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, good communication abilities, and a proactive attitude towards assisting with diverse administrative tasks. You must be IT literate, with a good working knowledge of the commonly used Microsoft business tools, and be able to work independently. Underpinning this will be the ability to build relationships, and personal qualities that include persistence, determination and a problem-solving approach. We want to hear from applicants who are as committed to the cause as we are.
This is a home-based role but may require very occasional travel around the UK including overnight stays. This role is 3 days per week (21 hours) with working days/hours to be mutually agreed in line with business needs.
Employee benefits include a company contribution to pension scheme of up to 5%, 18 days holiday (30 days FTE) plus bank holidays, life insurance, paid volunteering days, discounts via Reward Gateway and an Employee Assistance Programme. The biggest benefit though is our culture – our people really want to work for the organisation.
We welcome job applications from people with lived experience of the criminal justice system and do not routinely ask for details of any criminal convictions.
The closing date for this role is Friday 17th October at 5pm.
Interviews which will be held online, are planned for the week commencing Monday 3rd November 2025
Benefits: Standard Shannon Trust: Employee benefits include a company contribution to pension scheme of up to 5%, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, life insurance, paid volunteering days, discounts via Reward Gateway and an Employee Assistance Programme.
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About Toynbee Hall
Based in the East End of London since 1884, Toynbee Hall is a charity working alongside people facing poverty, injustice, and inequality to build a fairer East London. We provide vital advice and support, working in partnership to tackle unfairness and ensure everyone has an equal chance to thrive.
Team background
The Mental Health Crisis Breathing Space (MHCBS) team at Toynbee Hall is part of a national initiative launched in partnership with We Are Group and The Kaleidoscope Plus Group, funded by the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS). This service provides individuals undergoing mental health crisis treatment with temporary protection from debt collection activities, allowing them a “breathing space” to focus on their recovery without the immediate pressures of financial obligations. Toynbee Hall contributes to this initiative by offering regulated debt advice, conducting renewal checks, and providing comprehensive signposting support, ensuring that clients receive holistic assistance during their crisis period.
Job purpose
As a Debt Advisor (Omni-Channel: Telephone & Video), your primary role will be to provide over-indebted clients with tailored debt advice through various channels, including telephone, WhatsApp, and our network of video advice kiosks located in prisons, hospitals, job centres, town halls, and other community settings. You will help clients start their debt advice journey efficiently, ensuring they receive accurate and effective support.
Scope of role
- To provide over-indebted clients with free, face-to-face advice that is accurate, effective and tailored to individuals’ circumstances
- To maintain detailed case records
- Keep up to date with legislation, policies and procedures and undertake appropriate training
Key Responsibilities
- To provide over-indebted clients with free, face-to-face advice that is accurate, effective and tailored to individuals’ circumstances
- To maintain detailed case records
- Keep up to date with legislation, policies and procedures and undertake appropriate training
- Contribute to team
Essential Criteria:
Experience and Skills:
- Hold a valid Money Advice Service accredited qualification in debt advice to level three or higher
- Minimum 2 years f debt advice experience
- Proven record of good quality debt advice
- Provided casework support
- Experience in a client-facing service envirnment
- CMS experience (Advice Pr preferable)
- Strng IT knowledge and familiar with using Microsoft Office 365 and Microsoft Teams
Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
- Clear communication skills and a strong command of the English language, oral and written
- Ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders
- Advocacy skills
- Ability to remain non-judgmental
- Awareness of, and ability to, understand and empathise with clients from a diverse range of backgrounds and disadvantaged groups living in the community
Personal Attributes:
- Ability to work as part of a team and be open to receiving feedback and learning from others
- Ability to give and receive feedback objectively and sensitively
- Custmer-focused attitude and a commitment to delivering exceptional service
- Tenacity to remain persistent throughout a difficult situation with excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to think outside the box and be open to new challenges
Commitment:
- A commitment to continuous professional development, including a willingness to develop knowledge and skills in advice topics
Please download the full Job Description for more details.
Our Benefits Package
We believe in supporting our employees with a well-rounded benefits package designed to enhance work-life balance, financial security, and overall well-being.
Annual Leave
- 25 days of annual leave, plus 3 additional days for our Christmas shutdown (on top of bank holidays).
- After 2 years: +3 extra days of leave.
- After 3 years: +1 additional day.
- After 5 years: A total of 30 days annual leave, plus the 3-day Christmas shutdown.
Pension
- Standard Life Pension Scheme – Employer contribution: 4%, Employee contribution: 5%
Additional Perks & Support
- Enhanced Sick Pay for peace of mind during illness
- Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave to support growing families
- Employee Eyecare Vouchers to support your vision health
- Employee Assistance Programme for free, confidential advice and support
- Mental Health First Aid to ensure workplace well-being
- Tenancy Deposit Scheme to help secure your home
- Interest-Free Season Ticket Loan for cost-effective commuting
- Cycle to Work Scheme to promote a healthier, greener way to travel
- Charity Mentoring Network to support professional development and networking
We’re committed to creating a supportive and rewarding work environment, because when our team thrives, we all succeed!
Since 1884 Toynbee Hall is a charity working alongside people facing poverty, injustice and inequality to build a fairer East London
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Our Room is a collective, creative space for male, trans and non-binary sex workers. We are an arts and social care charity where creativity is at the heart of all we do. Through playfulness, challenge and creative adventures, we offer people a safe and welcoming space in which to try new things and become inspired.
Our artistic work is underpinned by practical support and advocacy, working with people on interconnected issues such as: housing, substance use, LGBTQIA+ rights, education & training, volunteering and money management.
To achieve all of this, we have a passionate and dedicated multidisciplinary team who are motivated by working collaboratively, openly and creatively. We consider the environmental impact of our work and aim to support and strengthen the sectors we work with by sharing our knowledge, experiences and ideas.
We are recruiting for the post of Support Worker. Based in central Manchester reporting to the Housing, Homelessness & Advocacy Lead, the successful candidate will work specifically with male, trans and non-binary sex workers. The candidate will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide casework support for people with a range of multiple and complex needs including homelessness, sexual health, mental health and substance use, and to support delivery of our creative provision including weekly creative sessions and creative projects. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to specialise and take a leading role developing an element of Support and Advocacy, such as outreach, sexual health or mental health.
We actively encourage applications from people with lived experience of sex work. Our Room strives to be an equal opportunities employer and celebrates diversity. We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ people and other disadvantaged groups.
How to Apply
To apply please email a CV and Covering Letter (both maximum 2 pages) which details clearly how you meet the Job Specification . Interviews will be held on Wednesday the 15th October 2025.
To apply please email a CV and Covering Letter (both maximum 2 pages) which details clearly how you meet the Job Specification. Interviews will be held on Wednesday the 15th October 2025.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Kirkwood help to improve the quality of life for local people against all the odds. When time is short, they help everyone in their care to live well and make the most of every single day. By making the complex simple and focusing on what truly matters, they support families and loved ones to live on - and live well. They are The Kirkwood, and they Support Life.
The Kirkwood Movement is a community of people from across Kirklees and beyond who believe that anyone affected by a life-limiting illness deserves to live the best possible quality of life, for however long they have.
From the moment a patient receives a diagnosis, specialist palliative care is provided every step of the way - whether in the In-Patient Unit and Support & Therapy Centre in Huddersfield, or in patients’ own homes across Kirklees.
We are thrilled to be working with The Kirkwood to recruit their new Head of Fundraising – a pivotal role that will enable them to reach more people by growing and strengthening sustainable income streams to continue their vital services.
Would you like to utilise your fundraising expertise and lead a passionate, ambitious team? If so, we would love to hear from you.
The Role
As Head of Fundraising, you will collaborate closely with the Director of Fundraising and Marketing to develop and deliver The Kirkwood’s new fundraising strategy.
This is a senior, strategic role, working in close partnership with the Business Development Manager, Head of Retail, and Media & Marketing teams.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading, supporting and motivating an energetic, passionate and high-performing fundraising team, including Community, Events, In Memory and Individual Giving.
- Identifying and developing new opportunities, producing business cases, and delivering pilot activity to sustainably grow the fundraising portfolio.
- Setting, monitoring, analysing and reporting on budgets, and on financial and non-financial performance.
- Upholding the ethos and values of The Kirkwood, and ensuring compliance with policies, procedures and regulations.
The Person
We are looking for an inspiring leader with significant senior management experience, ideally gained within the charity or voluntary sector. You will have strong knowledge of the charity fundraising landscape, along with relevant legal and regulatory frameworks.
You will be a compassionate and natural leader, able to inspire your team in delivering the new fundraising strategy. A positive, collaborative and passionate professional, you will have the skills to engage stakeholders and work as part of a leadership group.
You should be a strategic, long-term thinker with proven ability to develop and implement organisational and departmental strategy. You must also demonstrate experience in:
- Developing, monitoring, presenting and evaluating budgets, KPIs and business cases.
- Designing and delivering supporter journeys to improve donor retention and engagement.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy rising to challenges, and can manage competing demands while delivering results, we would love to hear from you.
Why The Kirkwood?
The Kirkwood is not just a building, an In-Patient Unit, or a place of care. It is a movement of people united by the belief that everyone affected by a life-limiting illness deserves the very best care - care that improves quality of life, for however long that may be.
Together, they support those in their care to live well and make the most of every single day. The Kirkwood Movement is united behind one common purpose: to Support Life.
The Kirkwood has around 250 dedicated employees in both full and part-time roles, and is fortunate to have the support of over 800 committed volunteers. The team live and work by their values:
- Respectful and Inclusive
- Passionate and Determined
- Open and Honest
- Kind and Compassionate
- Forward-thinking
- Striving for Quality and Excellence
Benefits include:
- Free on-site parking (where available)
- High-quality, low-cost meals
- Complementary therapies
- Stakeholder pension scheme (NHS pension transferable for current members)
- Hospice contributory scheme, including death in service benefits
- Access to occupational health services
- Childcare voucher scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme (for employees and immediate family)
- Enhanced sick pay
- Enhanced carers’ leave
- Discounted health cash plans
If you would like more information, or to apply for this role we would love to hear from you please contact us.
Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format such as audio or video upload, or require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us, please contact either Charlie, Jen or Leanne who will be happy to advise on this.
Please also be aware that we use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way.
Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.
Location: Shaw House, Oxford (Minimum of three days per week)
Department: Comms
Job Type: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £35,000 to £38,000 (depending on experience)
RABI is the farmers charity.
RABI supports farming people across England, Wales and NI with expert, one-to-one practical, financial and emotional help, all year round. From confidential advice and mental health support to direct financial assistance, their tailored services respond to the unique challenges of farming life.
At the heart of RABI’s mission is a commitment to strengthening resilience; helping farming people feel valued, supported and better equipped to navigate uncertainty and change. RABI is working to close the farming wellbeing gap and build a future where farming people can thrive.
Over the past 25 years alone, RABI has delivered almost £250 Million in direct financial support to the farming community, whilst the charity’s professional counselling service has provided 11,500 free sessions to farming people since 2022. RABI’s wrap-around support services continue to evolve, reaching more people year on year.
RABI is on a journey to help shape a future farmers deserve.
SUMMARY OF ROLE
This new role offers the opportunity to be part of an exciting new journey at RABI as we grow our Marketing and Communications team ahead of launching our ambitious 2025-2030 strategy. As Digital Communications Officer, you will take a lead role in planning, creating and delivering content across social media, email marketing, and digital campaigns. You will have the creative freedom to develop innovative approaches that drive meaningful interaction and measurable impact.
The role reports to the Senior Digital Communications Manager and requires close collaboration to support RABI’s digital objectives and content strategy. You will also work with the wider Marketing and Communications team and colleagues across the organisation to support broader objectives, reach multiple audiences and connect people with the charity’s work.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Social Media and Content Creation
- Plan, create and deliver engaging content across RABI’s social media channels in line with the communications strategy.
- Create a diverse range of multimedia content (short-form video, graphics, photography, written content) tailored thoughtfully for each platform (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn).
- Be hands-on with video creation when needed (e.g., filming short clips, editing using mobile tools or basic editing software).
- Grow RABI’s image and video library by proactively collaborating with colleagues, volunteers, social media followers and external contacts to source or create engaging, high-quality content.
- Carry out content A/B testing, trial new formats and recommend improvements to drive engagement.
- Set up and optimise paid social media campaigns (traffic objectives) to promote services and volunteer recruitment.
- Monitor, listen and engage with online communities, spotting trends, opportunities and collaboration prospects.
- Provide content advice and social media guidance to colleagues managing regional pages, and champion best practice across the organisation.
- Produce clear briefs for interviews, photoshoots and video production to ensure high-quality content is created for campaigns and storytelling needs.
Outreach and Community Engagement
- Build strong working relationships with internal colleagues, especially those with farming backgrounds, to identify and develop authentic content opportunities.
- Conduct proactive outreach to individuals, influencers, bloggers, podcasters and journalists within the farming community to share stories and promote RABI’s work.
- Keep a close eye on emerging topics, new platforms, and collaboration opportunities to ensure RABI’s digital presence stays fresh, relevant, and engaging.
Email Marketing and Digital Campaigns
- Plan, write, and deliver email campaigns to support teams across the charity, including fundraising and volunteering.
- Create and schedule multi-stage email journeys to nurture audiences and support campaign goals.
- Build and manage digital assets to support new services or campaigns, planning activity across owned and paid digital channels.
- Shape campaigns from scratch from developing campaign branding and messaging to designing supporting assets.
- Focus on landing page design and optimisation to support strong user journeys and improve engagement with key services and campaigns.
- Support the delivery of key grant campaigns such as the Return to School and Winter Fuel grants.
Data Analysis and Optimisation
Use analytics tools to measure the performance of social media, email marketing, paid advertising, influencer activity and outreach.
Produce regular performance reports with actionable insights to improve future activity.
Assess campaign performance using tools such as Google Analytics, Meta Business Suite, and social platform insights to inform optimisation strategies.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
- 3 years of experience working a similar role in a marketing and communications team.
- Skilled in using WordPress to update and maintain websites.
- Proficiency in using design and video editing tools (e.g. Canva, CapCut).
- Good understanding of website accessibility standards.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Confident in creating campaign assets independently, as well as responding to briefs.
Desirable
Previous experience using email automation tools and journey builders (e.g., Mailchimp, Dotdigital).
Experience of working in the charity sector.
This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments at RABI.
BENEFITS
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (based on full time working).
- Enrolment to Nest on commencement of employment and then opportunity to join RABI’s group pension scheme with Standard Life where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%.
- Life assurance from day one.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
- On site parking.
RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI as a result of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our recruitment process strives to ensure that individuals are selected only based on their relevant skills, experience, qualifications and abilities.
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Location: Shaw House, 27 West Way, Oxford, OX2 0QH
Department: Comms
Salary: £38,000 to £40,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: 35
Contract Type: Permanent
RABI is the farmers charity.
RABI supports farming people across England, Wales and NI with expert, one-to-one practical, financial and emotional help, all year round. From confidential advice and mental health support to direct financial assistance, their tailored services respond to the unique challenges of farming life.
At the heart of RABI’s mission is a commitment to strengthening resilience; helping farming people feel valued, supported and better equipped to navigate uncertainty and change. RABI is working to close the farming wellbeing gap and build a future where farming people can thrive.
Over the past 25 years alone, RABI has delivered almost £250 Million in direct financial support to the farming community, whilst the charity’s professional counselling service has provided 11,500 free sessions to farming people since 2022. RABI’s wrap-around support services continue to evolve, reaching more people year on year.
RABI is on a journey to help shape a future farmers deserve.
SUMMARY OF ROLE
This is a pivotal new role within RABI’s Marketing & Communications team, managing the planning and delivery of RABI’s presence at high-profile agricultural, corporate and external affairs events throughout the year, whilst overseeing the management and deployment of volunteers and ambassadors at shows and local engagement activities across England and Wales. The Events & Engagement Manager will ensure that all activities reflect RABI’s values and strategic goals and that our network of volunteers and ambassadors are expertly managed and supported.
You’ll be responsible for managing a high-performing events function, overseeing two Events and Marketing Coordinators and working collaboratively across the charity to ensure RABI is visible, active and engaged across the sector. You will bring experience, professionalism and a hands-on approach to deliver high-quality, mission-driven events that drive brand awareness and build relationships across our community.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership of Events and Ambassador Programme
- Lead the development and implementation of a national events strategy that reflects RABI’s priorities and enhances the charity’s presence across rural and farming communities.
- Build and maintain a comprehensive events and shows calendar, ensuring a coordinated and strategic approach to regional and national opportunities.
- Work closely with RABI’s Fundraising, External Affairs and Volunteering teams to ensure events, conferences and shows are aligned with RABI’s strategic objectives and are on brand.
- Lead and develop RABI’s new Ambassador programme, working in collaboration with the Volunteering department to launch the programme from pilot to national rollout.
Agricultural Shows and Sector Representation
- Take a leading role in managing RABI’s presence at key agricultural shows and rural events (e.g. Royal Welsh Show, Great Yorkshire Show, Oxford Farming Conference, LAMMA).
- Oversee the end-to-end delivery of shows and events attendance including logistics, stand design, staffing, promotional materials, health and safety and evaluation.
- Represent RABI at events with professionalism and warmth, acting as a visible ambassador and engaging with supporters, stakeholders and the public.
- Build strong relationships with show organisers and agricultural networks to secure prominent placements and collaborative opportunities.
Event Management and Delivery
- Project manage a range of events including:
- National and regional agriculture shows and conferences
- Volunteer and ambassador engagement events
- Rural community outreach and partnership events
- Ensure all events are delivered to a high standard, on time and within budget.
- Oversee and manage logistics including venue hire, AV, accommodation, transport, catering, health and safety and accessibility.
- Manage risks and ensure compliance with RABI’s policies, safeguarding protocols and relevant regulations.
Team Leadership and Development
- Line-manage two Events and Marketing Coordinators, providing regular support, mentoring and performance reviews.
- Foster a collaborative and proactive culture within the team, encouraging innovation and continuous improvement.
- Delegate effectively and ensure clarity of roles and responsibilities across the team.
Cross-Team Collaboration
- Work closely with your colleagues in the Communications team to plan promotional content for each event (print, digital and social media).
- Contribute to the wider communications planning cycle, identifying storytelling opportunities arising from events.
- Coordinate with Fundraising, External Affairs and Volunteering colleagues to ensure event activity supports supporter engagement and community mobilisation.
Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation
- Monitor event budgets, track expenditure and provide clear financial reports.
- Gather and analyse attendee feedback, media coverage and impact data to evaluate the success of each event.
- Produce regular updates for the Senior Strategic Communications Manager and Head of Marketing and Communications.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
- A minimum 5 years’ experience working in a successful Events team at a managerial level.
- Proven experience in managing a broad portfolio of events, ideally within the charity, agricultural or rural affairs sectors.
- Demonstrable experience of line-management and overseeing the management of volunteers/ambassadors
- Proven experience leading high-profile public-facing events such as exhibitions, trade shows and external affairs events
- Excellent organisational and project management skills with a high attention to detail.
- Confident communicator and relationship builder, able to represent the charity with professionalism and warmth.
- Comfortable working flexibly, including occasional evenings, weekends and national travel.
- Understanding of health and safety and safeguarding considerations in event delivery
- Full UK driving licence.
Desirable
- Previous experience in rural or farming events
- Welsh language proficiency (spoken and/or written) is desirable for this role, to support effective comms and engagement with Welsh-speaking stakeholders and communities.
- Experience using CRM systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics) and event evaluation tools.
- Basic design and marketing skills (Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud or similar)
This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments at RABI.
BENEFITS
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (based on full time working).
- Enrolment to Nest on commencement of employment and then opportunity to join RABI’s group pension scheme with Standard Life where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%.
- Life assurance from day one.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
- On site parking.
RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI as a result of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our recruitment process strives to ensure that individuals are selected only based on their relevant skills, experience, qualifications and abilities.
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Location: Shaw House, 27 West Way, Oxford, OX2 0QH
Department: Comms
Salary: £28,000 to £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: 35
Contract Type: Permanent
RABI is the farmers charity.
RABI supports farming people across England, Wales and NI with expert, one-to-one practical, financial and emotional help, all year round. From confidential advice and mental health support to direct financial assistance, their tailored services respond to the unique challenges of farming life.
At the heart of RABI’s mission is a commitment to strengthening resilience; helping farming people feel valued, supported and better equipped to navigate uncertainty and change. RABI is working to close the farming wellbeing gap and build a future where farming people can thrive.
Over the past 25 years alone, RABI has delivered almost £250 Million in direct financial support to the farming community, whilst the charity’s professional counselling service has provided 11,500 free sessions to farming people since 2022. RABI’s wrap-around support services continue to evolve, reaching more people year on year.
RABI is on a journey to help shape a future farmers deserve.
SUMMARY OF ROLE
The Events & Marketing Coordinator will play an essential role in delivering high-impact engagement activities and supporting the wider work of RABI’s Marketing and Communications team. Reporting to the Events & Engagement Manager, you’ll help coordinate the charity’s presence at a wide range of events -including agricultural shows, external affairs engagements, conferences and community activities, ensuring a consistently professional and compelling presence across England and Wales. You will play a key part in engaging with supporters, volunteers, ambassadors and the public, representing RABI with warmth and professionalism.
The role will also help collate and provide valuable marketing and content support, including supporting the capturing of photography and video for use on digital channels, assisting with the development of volunteer and ambassador case studies, and supporting CRM data collection and engagement surveys. This is an exciting, hands-on, outward-facing role suited to an organised, creative and personable team player.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Event Coordination and Delivery
- Assist with the organisation and delivery of national and regional events including agricultural shows, external affairs events, volunteer engagement activities and community outreach initiatives.
- Support event logistics such as venue booking, catering, AV, signage, promotional materials, staffing, travel, and health and safety compliance.
- Coordinate post-event evaluation, collecting feedback, attendance data, and impact measures to inform future planning.
- Maintain and update a comprehensive events calendar.
Marketing and Promotional Support
- Work with the MarComms team to coordinate event and show related content for social media, digital platforms and printed collateral.
- Ensure all events, shows and conferences are added to RABI’s website and online calendar.
- Assist with design and distribution of promotional materials, using templates in Canva and maintaining brand consistency.
- Help to prepare pre-event and post-event communications including invitations, newsletters and thank-you communications.
- Manage and maintain an up-to-date inventory of promotional stock and branded materials.
- Support the wider MarComms team on cross-department projects and campaigns.
Stakeholder, Volunteer and Ambassador Engagement
- Liaise with internal colleagues and external partners to ensure smooth event operations and representation.
- Coordinate volunteer and ambassador attendance at events and help ensure a positive experience.
- Provide on-site support at key events, acting as a friendly and informed ambassador for RABI.
Administrative and Reporting Duties
- Support the Events Manager with budget tracking and processing of invoices and expenses.
- Ensure accurate record keeping in the CRM system (Microsoft Dynamics).
- Support internal coordination meetings and help document action points and timelines.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
- Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.
- Proven experience in event delivery, marketing or a related role.
- Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Experience in managing social media platforms and scheduling tools.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with people at all levels and be confident and professional in a public-facing role.
- A self-starter and team player, able to accept direction, yet work independently.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and multitask under pressure.
- Eye for detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality, mission-led events.
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office suite and online platforms such as Teams, Canva or similar.
- Willingness to travel across England and Wales and to occasionally work evenings and weekends.
Desirable
- Experience working in rural or agricultural settings, or an understanding of the farming sector.
- Welsh language proficiency (spoken and/or written) is desirable for this role, to support effective comms and engagement with Welsh-speaking stakeholders and communities.
- Familiarity with CRM systems (ideally Microsoft Dynamics).
- Basic design or social media experience using tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Cloud.
- Full UK driving licence.
This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments at RABI.
BENEFITS
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (based on full time working).
- Enrolment to Nest on commencement of employment and then opportunity to join RABI’s group pension scheme with Standard Life where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%.
- Life assurance from day one.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
- On site parking.
RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI as a result of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our recruitment process strives to ensure that individuals are selected only based on their relevant skills, experience, qualifications and abilities.
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CRM Associate Developer (Dynamics)
Salary: £53,350 per annum
Location: Remote with occasional office attendance in Birmingham required' Office space in London also available.
Contract: Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week)
Start date: January 2026
Closing date: 8th October
About the Role:
Our client are passionate about making a positive difference. They’re now looking for a Dynamics CRM Associate Developer to join their team and help them achieve their mission.
As a Dynamics CRM Associate Developer, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality CRM solutions using Microsoft Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform. This is a hands-on technical position focused on configuration, customisation, and solution implementation to support critical business processes.
They’re looking for someone with proven experience in Dynamics 365 CE who can take full ownership of the solution lifecycle, from running workshops and gathering requirements to designing, building, and deploying robust applications.
You’ll bring strong expertise in Power Apps, Power Automate, and Dataverse, and be confident troubleshooting and resolving intermediate to complex issues, including escalated service requests.
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Your key responsibilities will include:
· Configuring and customising Dynamics 365 CE (model-driven apps, Dataverse) to deliver business requirements
· Building workflows, forms, views, business rules, and process flows using Power Platform tools, with a focus on scalability and maintainability
· Translating business requirements into robust CRM features and delivering them to specification
· Supporting documentation, testing, and deployment of CRM functionality
· Contributing to structured release processes using Azure DevOps (or similar)
· Troubleshooting and resolving intermediate to complex issues, including collaborating with support teams and taking ownership of escalated service requests.
· Maintaining clear records of configuration and technical changes
About You:
The ideal candidate will bring:
· Proven experience delivering solutions in Dynamics 365 CE and the Power Platform in a professional environment (not just personal projects or training exercises).
· Hands-on expertise with Power Apps, Power Automate, and Dataverse, including building and deploying production-ready solutions.
· Solid understanding of CRM security roles, data models, and solution configuration, with experience troubleshooting and optimising existing systems
· Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and take ownership of deliverables, while collaborating effectively within a team
· Strong communication and documentation skills, including writing technical specifications and user guides.
· Experience engaging with stakeholders to gather requirements and provide solutions.
· Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
What they Offer:
They believe in taking care of their people, and offer a great range of benefits, including:
· 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays
· A contributory pension scheme
· Flexible hybrid working arrangement
· Generous Life Insurance
· Wellbeing days to support your mental health
· A healthcare cashback scheme
· Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
· Working outside the UK (up to 30 days in a 12-month period)
· Free on-site gym (Birmingham)
· Enhanced maternity pay
· A birthday voucher to celebrate your special day
How to Apply
They’d love to learn more about you! Please send us your CV and a short supporting statement (max 400 words) telling us why you’d be a great addition to our team.
They value authentic applications, so please refrain from using AI-generated content. They’re interested in hearing your own words, experiences, and motivations — this helps us understand your genuine interest in the role and what makes you unique.
If you need any adjustments to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, please contact us and we’ll be happy to discuss them.
Important Information
We may close this role early if we receive a high number of applications, so please apply as soon as possible.
They will only use the data you supply to us for recruitment purposes, and it will be held for twelve months. For further details, please see our Privacy Notice for Job Applicants on our vacancies page.
Commitment to Inclusion
We take diversity seriously and are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Our values — We put people first, We support each other, We solve problems — underpin our vision to be a place where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
We use a blind recruitment system to ensure fairness. Personal details such as name, address, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or educational institution remain hidden until shortlisting is complete. We warmly welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Location: Shaw House, 27 West Way, Oxford, OX2 0QH
Department: Comms
Salary: £35,000 to £38,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: 35
Contract Type: Permanent
RABI is the farmers charity.
RABI supports farming people across England, Wales and NI with expert, one-to-one practical, financial and emotional help, all year round. From confidential advice and mental health support to direct financial assistance, their tailored services respond to the unique challenges of farming life.
At the heart of RABI’s mission is a commitment to strengthening resilience; helping farming people feel valued, supported and better equipped to navigate uncertainty and change. RABI is working to close the farming wellbeing gap and build a future where farming people can thrive.
Over the past 25 years alone, RABI has delivered almost £250 Million in direct financial support to the farming community, whilst the charity’s professional counselling service has provided 11,500 free sessions to farming people since 2022. RABI’s wrap-around support services continue to evolve, reaching more people year on year.
RABI is on a journey to help shape a future farmers deserve.
SUMMARY OF ROLE
The PR & Marketing Manager is a specialist media and storytelling lead within RABI’s Marketing and Communications team, with a core focus on strengthening the charity’s voice across agricultural, regional and national media. This pivotal role requires a journalistically minded communications professional with a strong track record in media engagement, story sourcing, and reactive PR. With a firm grasp of audience insight, campaign messaging and fast-paced content development, the postholder will manage all inbound media enquiries, drive proactive press activity, and lead the creation of compelling editorial and campaign copy that elevates RABI’s brand and influence.
The role reports to the Senior Strategic Communications Manager and is supported by the Marketing & Communications Coordinator. It will work closely with colleagues across the organisation to uncover impactful stories, draft powerful messaging and manage time-sensitive responses. This role is ideal for a media professional with experience in journalism, public relations or press office environments who brings a blend of creativity, copywriting skill, and newsroom agility.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
PR and Media Relations
- Lead the delivery of RABI’s press office function, including proactive media outreach, reactive response, and managing journalist relationships.
- Continually scope, plan and deliver media engagement activity to secure positive and frequent press coverage across agricultural, health, regional, and national media.
- Draft compelling press releases, media packs, statements, and comment pieces aligned to RABI’s strategic priorities.
- Cultivate and maintain a live, segmented database of journalists, editors, sector influencers and media contacts.
- Serve as contact for media handling during high-profile campaigns, events, or issues, supported by senior colleagues and external PR agency partners.
Campaign Marketing and Creative Development
- Develop and implement creative marketing campaigns to support RABI’s major initiatives, appeals, events, and sector outreach.
- Coordinate the production of marketing content including videography, photography and storytelling assets.
- Direct the framework and management of RABI’s online asset library.
- Collaborate with internal teams, including External Affairs and Fundraising, to create engaging marketing outputs tailored to key audiences.
- Oversee third-party designers, writers, photographers and multimedia producers for marketing and PR related materials.
- Ensure all outputs are brand-consistent, audience-focused, and aligned with RABI’s tone of voice and messaging guidelines.
Publications and Content Planning
- Oversee the planning and delivery of RABI’s outward-facing publications and branded content, ensuring they align with organisational priorities, audience needs, and campaign timelines.
- Act as editorial lead—commissioning, writing, and editing content in collaboration with internal teams, external contributors, designers and printers.
- Manage project timelines and workflows for all publications, from initial scoping through to production and distribution, ensuring content is delivered to a consistently high standard and to deadline.
- Maintain high standards of content governance, applying editorial judgement and ensuring compliance with brand guidelines, accessibility standards, and legal/ethical requirements (e.g. safeguarding, consent, GDPR).
- Work closely with the Senior Strategic Communications Manager to shape RABI’s long-term publications roadmap, ensuring that content plays a strategic role in reputation building and stakeholder influence.
Digital Collaboration and Integrated Marketing
- Work in close partnership with the Digital Communications team on the cohesive planning and delivery of integrated campaigns across digital and traditional channels.
- Support the Digital Communication team’s planning and rollout of supporter journeys via email, ensuring communications that reflect RABI’s brand voice and objectives.
- Input into CRM-led campaign planning using Microsoft Dynamics 365, helping segment audiences, personalise outreach and track engagement.
- Share campaign results and insights with the Digital Communications team to jointly evaluate performance and identify opportunities for refinement and learning.
Team and Project Leadership
- Line-manage the Marketing & Communications Coordinator, ensuring clear direction, regular feedback, and development support.
- Support the delivery of integrated campaign plans led by the Senior Strategic Communications Manager, ensuring timely implementation of PR and marketing deliverables.
Brand Awareness and Recognition
- Identify new opportunities to grow brand awareness and RABI’s share of voice within the agricultural and wider wellbeing sectors.
- Lead on promotional activity for awards submissions, key events and organisational milestones.
- Create and coordinate celebratory communications for sector recognition, shortlists or accolades achieved by RABI.
Insight, Evaluation and Learning
- Track campaign and media engagement performance using AgilityPR and generate insights to optimise future planning.
- Produce monthly reporting dashboards for the Senior Strategic Communications Manager with narrative summaries of media reach, campaign engagement, and PR activity.
- Apply a test-and-learn approach to campaign marketing, incorporating audience insight, message testing and performance data into continuous improvement cycles
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
- Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Marketing or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience working in public relations, media engagement, or campaign marketing, with a demonstrable track record of leading successful, high-profile communications activity.
- Proven ability to manage integrated marketing campaigns from concept to delivery.
- Exceptional copywriting skills with a flair for storytelling and message crafting.
- Experience in managing staff or direct reports
- Proven experience developing publications and editorial outputs in a professional setting, including commissioning, writing, and managing multi-stage content workflows.
- Ability to transform complex or sensitive material into clear, compelling narratives for varied audiences.
- Confidence working with designers, printers and digital producers to deliver high-quality, on-brand content across formats.
- Strong project management skills and the ability to work across multiple priorities with confidence.
- An understanding of brand application across different channels and content formats.
- Familiarity with media monitoring tools
- Strong understanding of email marketing principles and experience working collaboratively with Digital teams on CRM-supported campaigns.
- Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
Desirable
- Experience working within the charity, health, rural affairs, or public services sector.
- Knowledge of the agricultural sector or issues affecting rural communities.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud or Canva.
This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments at RABI.
BENEFITS
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (based on full time working).
- Enrolment to Nest on commencement of employment and then opportunity to join RABI’s group pension scheme with Standard Life where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%.
- Life assurance from day one.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
- On site parking.
RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI as a result of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our recruitment process strives to ensure that individuals are selected only based on their relevant skills, experience, qualifications and abilities.
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Location: Shaw House, 27 West Way, Oxford, OX2 0QH
Department: Comms
Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: 35
Contract Type: Permanent
RABI is the farmers charity.
RABI supports farming people across England, Wales and NI with expert, one-to-one practical, financial and emotional help, all year round. From confidential advice and mental health support to direct financial assistance, their tailored services respond to the unique challenges of farming life.
At the heart of RABI’s mission is a commitment to strengthening resilience; helping farming people feel valued, supported and better equipped to navigate uncertainty and change. RABI is working to close the farming wellbeing gap and build a future where farming people can thrive.
Over the past 25 years alone, RABI has delivered almost £250 Million in direct financial support to the farming community, whilst the charity’s professional counselling service has provided 11,500 free sessions to farming people since 2022. RABI’s wrap-around support services continue to evolve, reaching more people year on year.
RABI is on a journey to help shape a future farmers deserve.
SUMMARY OF ROLE
Reporting to the Head of Marketing and Communications, the Senior Strategic Communications Manager is a pivotal new senior role within the team. You will lead the planning, coordination and strategic oversight of RABI’s national communications, campaign planning, media relations and content production, working with the Senior Digital Communications Manager to develop and deliver a bold new internal and external communications strategy for RABI.
With direct line-management of the PR & Marketing Manager and Events & Engagement Manager, this role combines strategic vision with operational leadership to ensure RABI’s marketing, communications, and presence at shows and corporate events is effective, aligned and impactful. You will work closely with the Head of Marketing and Communications to translate organisational priorities into successful campaigns and provide strategic guidance on messaging, brand positioning, external affairs and delivering impactful community engagement initiatives and events.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Marketing and Communications, Campaigns and Engagement
- Lead the development and implementation of a new integrated communications strategy that amplifies RABI’s brand and maximises reach and impact across multiple channels.
- Develop tailored media campaign frameworks that align with the charity’s strategic goals, with a strong focus on outcome-driven audience engagement and clear calls to action.
- Ensure all communications – from reactive press statements to flagship campaigns – are underpinned by consistent messaging, high production values and meaningful audience insight.
- Identify strategic PR and community engagement opportunities, overseeing the delivery of tailored campaigns, the Ambassador Programme, and RABI’s engagement at shows, events and community activities.
Press, Media and External Relations
- Oversee all aspects of press and media engagement, serving as a senior advisor on tone, narrative, and positioning, providing clear direction for the PR and Marketing Manager.
- Advise on RABI’s strategic network of media contacts, influencers and industry voices, ensuring RABI is front of mind for journalists across agriculture, rural affairs, health and policy sectors.
- Oversee proactive media planning and press office coordination, ensuring RABI provides timely and effective responses to requests, crisis, and PR opportunities.
- Manage the relationship with RABI’s external crisis comms agency and provide senior input to crisis planning and incident response.
Publications, Content and Branding
- Take strategic ownership of RABI’s publication portfolio, including annual reports / reviews, and newsletters whilst developing new opportunities to engage with our audience.
- Oversee content planning, commissioning and production cycles, ensuring publications reflect the organisation’s voice, values and strategic ambitions.
- Manage external contributors, designers and editors to deliver high-quality and engaging materials on time and on brand.
- Manage the relationship with RABI’s external branding partners.
- Support the development of an annual content map, aligning publications, campaign materials and media outreach into a cohesive schedule.
Thought Leadership, Awards and Profile Building
- Help to position RABI as a thought leader by working with colleagues to identify key moments, themes and sector platforms for visibility and influence.
- Lead the strategy and delivery for industry award submissions, ensuring compelling and evidence-based entries that reflect the impact of RABI’s work.
- Promote recognition of RABI’s successes internally and externally through coordinated communications across media, digital and stakeholder channels.
Leadership and Development
- Line-manage the PR & Marketing Manager, and Events & Engagement Manager roles, providing strategic oversight, mentoring and direction to ensure delivery of high-impact work.
- Foster a high-performing team culture focused on collaboration, learning, innovation and accountability.
- Provide visible senior leadership to the wider communications team and act as a key deputy to the Head of Marketing and Communications, representing the department in meetings and supporting executive communications as needed.
Monitoring, Reporting and Continuous Improvement
- Lead evaluation and reporting across all communications work, using data and insights to assess performance and improve outcomes.
- Provide regular strategic updates for the Head of Marketing and Communications, Senior Leadership Team and Trustees, highlighting campaign performance, media metrics and reputation indicators.
- Ensure communications work is responsive to changes in the external environment, sector landscape and supporter needs.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
- A degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, English, or a related field.
- A minimum of 8–10 years’ experience in communications, public relations, or external affairs, with at least 3 years in a senior strategic leadership role.
- Demonstrated experience of successfully delivering complex, multi-channel campaigns across press, digital, and event-led platforms.
- Proven line-management experience, including oversight of senior team members and external contractors or agencies.
- Experience in leading cross-functional teams and managing large-scale external events or national campaigns.
- Demonstrated ability to build, inspire, and develop high-performing teams during periods of strategic growth or transformation.
- Excellent understanding of brand development, audience segmentation, integrated campaign planning, and stakeholder communications.
- Extensive media relations experience with a proven track record in securing high-profile national and specialist media coverage.
- Experience developing and managing corporate publications, brand collateral, and speech writing for senior executives.
- Outstanding interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including press, partners, politicians, and sector leaders.
- Comfortable advising and working alongside executive leadership and Trustees on sensitive and high-profile issues.
- Experience managing budgets, planning cycles, and reporting frameworks across campaigns and events.
- Skilled in evaluating campaign performance using analytics and data insights to shape future direction.
- Capable of handling complex information and translating strategy into actionable communications plans.
Desirable
- A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline
- Professional membership or accreditation, e.g. CIPR (Chartered Institute of Public Relations) or CIM (Chartered Institute of Marketing).
- Knowledge of the farming sector or experience working in rural affairs or health and wellbeing charities.
- Experience using Microsoft Dynamics 365 and AgilityPR.
- Understanding of digital tools and media planning software.
- Background in public affairs or working with parliamentary/media stakeholders.
This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments at RABI.
BENEFITS
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (based on full time working).
- Enrolment to Nest on commencement of employment and then opportunity to join RABI’s group pension scheme with Standard Life where RABI make contributions equivalent to 10% of your basic salary, provided you make a personal contribution of 5%.
- Life assurance from day one.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
- On site parking.
RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI as a result of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our recruitment process strives to ensure that individuals are selected only based on their relevant skills, experience, qualifications and abilities.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Kaleidoscope Trust (KT) is the UK’s leading charity dedicated to advancing the rights of LGBTI+ people internationally. Founded in 2011, we aim to create a world where all LGBTI+ individuals are free, safe and equal. Kaleidoscope Trust is also proud to be a founding member of The Commonwealth Equality Network and to host its Secretariat.
About The Commonwealth Equality Network
The Commonwealth Equality Network is a coalition of more than 80 organisations representing almost 50 countries from all regions of the Commonwealth, working together to create a Commonwealth where all lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, intersex, queer and gender-diverse people are free and equal. Together members of the Network are building an inclusive, robust, well resourced, skilled and well networked movement of Commonwealth LGBTI+ organisations, working in solidarity to remove legal, political, social, economic and cultural barriers to equality within the Commonwealth.
The Role
The TCEN Communications and Commonwealth Campaign Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping The Commonwealth Equality Network’s advocacy and communications agenda over the next five years. The postholder will shepherd the development of the Network’s five-year advocacy strategy, ensuring it is participatory, evidence-based, and reflective of member priorities.
They will also be responsible for supporting development and delivery of a coherent campaign and communications strategy for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2026 — ensuring that member’s voices are heard, and their impact amplified.
Please download the job role and person specification for full details and information on how to apply.
Closing date: 23:30 UK-time, 12 October 2025. Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible as we may close the job posting early.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £29,000- £31,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week)
Location: Remote – must be based within the Home Counties region (Bucks, Beds, Northants, Herts, Essex)
Closing date: 3rd October
Benefits: 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 30 days, flexible working, access to Benenden Health Care, free eye tests, and more
We are thrilled to be working with the pioneering charity Brain Tumour Research to recruit a Community Fundraiser for the Home Counties region. Brain Tumour Research is leading the fight to find a cure for brain tumours – the biggest cancer killer of children and adults under 40 – and is campaigning to increase national investment in research to £35 million per year.
In this role, you will be responsible for generating and growing income through community fundraising activities across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire, Hertfordshire, and Essex. You’ll engage supporters, recruit and steward individuals and groups, and build lasting relationships that help drive awareness and fundraising.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Experience in community fundraising, donor management and stewardship
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- A flexible, proactive attitude and willingness to travel for events
- Access to a car and a full driving license
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please contact Ashby Jenkins Recruitment and ask to speak to Heather.
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment is a specialist charity recruitment agency. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the sector. You can read more about our commitment to diversity on our website.
If enough applications are received, we reserve the right to close the application period early.
Please quote reference 2719HB when applying.