Charity Number: 1122344 Company Number: 5733540
Freeva provides services to people who have been/are affected by domestic and sexual violence.

The Jenkins Centre is a project within Freeva that provides services that are designed to help people stop using abusive behaviour towards an intimate partner and others. We are an integrated service, which provides programmes as well as support to (ex) partners that have experienced abuse.

We are excited to be recruiting a Partner Support Worker to cover maternity leave to support our continued work with survivors of abuse within Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

• Partner Support Worker
• Fixed Term 10 months, with the possibility of extension
• 37 hours a week
• £24, 646 per annum

We are looking for a self-motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the Jenkins Centre team. The successful candidate must be educated to degree level and/or have relevant work experience. The ideal candidate will have experience of working with survivors of domestic abuse or providing emotional support services. Evening work may be required at times.

For an application pack or for further details, please visit our website  

CV’s will not be accepted and the post-holder will be subject to an enhanced DBS

Closing date: Wednesday 22nd September, 12 noon.

Interviewing: Friday 1st October/Monday 4th October

For an informal discussion about either role, please call Holly Wild 

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications which reflect the diversity of our community.

Senior Community Engagement & Outreach Worker with Leicester Garment Workers Advice & Support Project (L-GWASP) at Highfields Centre -  Application dealine extended to the 7th October 2021     

We are looking for: a full-time (37 hours) dynamic community minded and multi-lingual individual with excellent listening and communication skills who understands the issues facing garment workers in Greater Highfields, and is able to initiate and develop appropriate responses.

This post is initially funded for 12 months* by major clothing brands and trade unions, specifically to respond to the well-documented and publicised issues about Leicester’s garment factories and their workers.

The Senior CEOW  will work closely with those garment workers (including their families), as well as relevant employers, trade unions and community groups, and play an important contribution in how they (post their Covid-19 experiences) return to take up employment and access our and other local projects’ services for both their general and more specific work related needs. The successful candidate is expected to be not only understanding and responsive but also professional, informative and contribute to the quality and safety of the garment workers’ employment and their general wellbeing.

This work is a key part of the Apparel & Garment Merchandise Public Private Protocol’s activities, and funding is expected to continue for (at least) a second year.

Applications should be submitted by 5pm on Thursday 7th October 2021 and interviews are scheduled for Tuesday 12th October 2021

Highfields Centre, 96 Melbourne Road, Leicester, LE2 0DS

LEICESTER SHARP

Mental Health Support Worker

Job Description

JOB PURPOSE

Responsible to the Housing Advice Specialist Caseworker and Project Lead for the provision of a mental health support and advice service to members of the public experiencing mental health problems.

Client Advice Duties

Providing 1 to 1 tailored support, information, advice, advocacy, & assistance to clients with mental health issues related to housing problems.

Maintaining accurate client files and casework monitoring records using the Advice-Pro casework recording system.

External Liaison

To negotiate regularly with Local Authorities, GP’s, the Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust, the Bradgate Unit, other social prescribers, Housing Associations, and other bodies, deciding the relevant level of officer to contact.

To provide advice, information, and guidance on mental health housing related matters to other workers within statutory or voluntary agencies.

Training and Information

To offer appropriate training either alone, or in conjunction with other members of staff to external agencies to promote a better understanding of policy and practice related to mental health and housing.

Policy and Development

To participate in meetings relevant to the running and development of SHARP.

To implement and develop the SHARP's Equal Opportunities Policy.

To observe SHARP's Health and Safety and Safeguarding Policies and Procedures.

To report to the Board on the operation of the service as appropriate.

Financial Duties

Is a signatory to the SHARP office cheque account.

Makes decisions regarding payments to clients from this account and ensures that all such payments are properly recorded.

Makes petty cash payments in accordance with guidelines established by the Board and ensures that all such payments are properly recorded.

Other Duties

The post holder will be self-servicing in the production of letters and reports.

To undertake such other duties as may be reasonably required.

Transport Officer

Location: Midlands - Birmingham, Nottingham or Leicester

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 37.5hours/week

Salary: £23,000 per year

Reporting to: Supply Chain Manager

About FareShare Midlands

FareShare Midlands is the region’s largest food redistribution charity, fighting food poverty and hunger by tackling waste. We source good quality food that is surplus to requirements from retailers and manufacturers. We rely on an army of volunteers to help redistribute this food to 550 frontline charities such as school breakfast clubs, community centres and organisations supporting those who are homeless, unemployed, socially isolated and recovering from addiction. These organisations provide meals and food parcels to more than 35,000 vulnerable people every week.

The Role

To co-ordinate, manage and oversee the efficient and economic operation of our transport network of vans and lorries to ensure we are optimising the cost of the fleet and reducing our environmental impact. The role holder will be part of the Supply Chain team and will work closely with the regional ops team, food suppliers and FSUK to ensure we have timely access to all available food and schedule internal transfers to ensure we deliver a high service level whilst keeping food wastage to its lowest possible level. They will also manage the maintenance and upkeep or our fleet of vehicles

Key Responsibilities:

1. Operations

• Coordinate the Supply Chain vehicle schedule across the region on a daily basis, focused on collection and transfer of food available from suppliers and regional depots
• Maintain a close control over cost and efficiency of Supply Chain vehicle movements, taking direct responsibility for variances and improvement programmes
• Define & work to performance indicators that measure the financial and environmental impact of our transport operation
• Ensure that all relevant transport operations under the control of the SC team are carried out safely and within appropriate regulations
• Share best practice and improvement opportunities with the regional teams regarding route planning and van optimisation
• To liaise with the suppliers including FSUK regarding the removal of trays and pallets etc.

2. Communication & Leadership

• Develop accurate, timely and clear communication with operations colleagues within our region, ensuring they have the transport resource to achieve their objective of delivering a first class service to their Community Food Members
• Work closely with the food suppliers via the FSUK and FS midlands Supply Chain teams, building good working relationships with all relevant external partners
• Provide daily updates on transport schedules between depots and from suppliers, so all stakeholders have visibility of the plan
• Lead effectively a team of drivers, mostly volunteers, who will require clear direction to fulfil their daily tasks. Experience of working with Volunteers on a regular basis would be a distinct advantage in this role
• Develop a close working relationship and communication process with the vehicle suppliers to ensure maintenance and performance levels are met, and with FSUK and other suppliers to agree and execute their requirements for food collection and delivery. Target cost and efficiency savings.
• Undertake end of day reviews and planning for the next day’s activities, and provide reports against weekly & monthly performance indicators

3. Standards

• Ensure compliance with relevant Health & Safety, Food Hygiene and other standards applicable to the transportation of chilled, ambient and frozen food, carrying out risk assessments as required
• Work to the standards and processes agreed with the Food suppliers, vehicle suppliers and depot teams
• Uphold and develop high quality customer care towards & communication with our Food suppliers
• Design standard operating procedures to make continuous improvements to the way that we manage our vehicle fleet
• Show flexibility in leading or being involved in additional projects out of the relevant depot, undertaking any other reasonable duties to support the operations of the charity

4. Administration

• Ensure that relevant administrative & legislative matters are dealt with in a timely way, for instance license checks, vehicle maintenance and driver legislation

Person Specification

• To succeed in this role, you will need to be dedicated to the values & objectives of the Fareshare organisation You will need a motivation to collaborate with and develop others, with a demonstrable commitment to Equal Opportunities
• A flexible work approach, including a willingness to cover alternative tasks & shift rotas as required

Essential Experience

• Experience of working in a transport coordination role, preferably within the food industry
• Experience of working in a cross-functional environment which involves close communication and facilitation of working practises across internal departments & external stakeholders

Skills, knowledge & abilities

• Full working knowledge of vehicle and transport regulations
• Clear and proactive communication skills, both internal and with external stakeholders
• Excellent at problem solving and proactive planning
• Team working & good organisational skills including attention to detail, an ability to prioritise and meet deadlines working as one team
• All round good health and ability to do physically demanding work at times

Qualifications

• Fork Lift truck license and experience of van driving would be an advantage
• IT literacy, in particular of using Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word), and relevant technology that will benefit and enhance the scheduling of transport
• Sound numeracy skills
• Qualifications in Food Hygiene, Health & Safety as it applies to food distribution (or if not it is essential that you have the commitment to training in these areas)

How to Apply:

If you would like to apply for this role, please provide a supporting statement to demonstrate your suitability and to explain your interest in both the job and FareShare Midlands.

 

We particularly welcome applications from those of a black and minority ethnic (BAME) background, as BAME people are currently under-represented within FareShare Midlands.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 24th September 2021 at 12 noon

Interviews will take place week commencing Monday 27th September 2021 or week commencing 4 October 2021

You’ve got a good understanding of mental health issues and really enjoy supporting others to achieve independence and lead their own recovery. All you need is the perfect environment to put your skills to great use. Welcome to Richmond Fellowship as a Recovery Worker.

Right now, we are looking for someone like you to work at our Mental Health Wellbeing and Recovery Support Service in Leicester City, Oadby, Wigston and Blaby. Based in Leicester City our Life Links service provides a number of different support networks allowing people to choose how they receive support dependent on personal needs including an information line. Not only are we committed to putting them at the heart of everything we do, we recognise they should be involved in decisions that affect their future too. That’s why we need you to inspire and support them to lead their own recovery. So, whether it’s helping to come up with a personal support plan that will see them achieve their goals and aspirations, developing domestic and finance management skills or accessing work, leisure or educational opportunities, your empathy, enthusiasm and compassion will have every chance to shine. Entering accurate case notes onto our IT system will be important too. And, when it comes to regularly liaising with GP surgeries, the local council, charities etc. or promoting the service within the community, again, we'll count on you.

The chances are, you already work in the mental health field. What is for certain is that you’re caring, consistent, flexible and creative, work well under pressure, know how to connect with people at all levels and, like us, are keen to break down the stigma of mental health. Oh and you’re happy working independently or, as a valued member of our team, being part of a weekly rota system and available for on call duties. Previous work experience would be advantageous but is not essential as training will be provided.

As a Recovery Worker you will provide one to one support to people with a mental health condition and give them the tools that they need to overcome their difficulties through their recovery journey.

Based at our City Centre office you will carry your own case load where you will meet people either in their own homes, in the community or at base. You will devise support plans with your client and work towards goal orientated outcomes to help empower your clients and equip them with the self help tools that they need to help manage their mental health.
You will provide telephone support to people where you will provide information, advice and navigation to callers accessing our service.

You will attend community events, outreaches and surgeries to help raise the profile of the project and to help reach those individuals who cannot access our City Centre offices.

There are four positions available. 

Recovery Focus is committed to working towards equal opportunities and we select staff solely on merit irrespective of race, colour, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, social class, religious belief, disability or history of mental health or addiction problems. If you need support to apply for the role or adaptions at interview please contact the recruitment team to discuss.

So, are you ready to take on this rewarding role that comes with some really great benefits?

This is a rolling recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply.

We are committed to increasing our diversity and we would welcome applications from those with lived experience and/or who are from a BAME background. 

Network Engagement Officer - Maternity Cover
Salary: £20,000 - £22,000 (FTE)
Hours: 28 - 36h per week available, as is flexible hours
Contract: Maternity cover (9 months, with the potential for up to 12)
Location: Home based - with the ability to travel to our Leicester office 1-2 times per month

About Home-Start UK:

Home-Start provides a lifeline of support to over 26,000 families each year through our network of local Home-Starts and volunteers across the UK. At Home-Start UK our rapidly expanding team are our most important resource as we help a network of over 180 local Home-Starts to deliver real and lasting impact.

About the Role:

We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and hands-on individual. You will work proactively across the Network Impact team as well as have a can-do attitude who is willing to pitch in as required. This role will be the central point of contact for local Home-Starts and external enquiries.

You will have a friendly and polite persona, be administratively adept, and have good attention to detail. You will contribute to @Home (intranet) by co coordinating, posting events/webinars, maintaining bookings and ensuring local Home-Start details are accurate. You will also provide the coordination of administrative systems of training materials and publications.

If this sounds like you, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Closing date for applications: Midday, Thursday 30th September 2021.
Interviews: Thursday 7th October 2021 via zoom
Please note:
We are looking for a start date of approx. mid – October 
We will close the recruitment process early if we receive sufficient high quality applications

To Apply and for More Information:

Please click the 'Apply' button. You will be directed to our website where you can download the job description and complete your application for this position.

Home-Start is committed to Equality of Opportunity and Diversity.  We wish to encourage applications from all parts of the community irrespective of gender, race, colour, age, sexual orientation or disability.  Appointments will be based on merit, following an open and clear selection process. This is a UK wide role and applicants are eligible to apply from across the UK.  We are also happy to discuss flexible working needs.

Should you have any difficulty completing an application e.g. due to a visual impairment, please contact us so we can find a solution that will enable you to apply to us.

As part of any recruitment process, Home-Start UK collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants.  You are under no statutory or contractual obligation to provide data to Home-Start UK during the recruitment process.  However, if you do not provide the information, we may not be able to process your application properly or at all.  For further information please refer to the Home-Start UK Job Applicant Privacy Notice

Home-Start UK, a charitable company limited by guarantee. Company No. 5382181.
Charity No. in England and Wales 1108837 and in Scotland SC039172.

No agencies please.

You have recent experience in mental health field (or a related area) and a good understanding of service user development and the Recovery and Personalisation agenda. All you need is the perfect environment to put your skills to great use. Welcome to Leicestershire Life links a Volunteer Coordinator.

Richmond Fellowship is part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone.

We need someone like you to join the team at our Leicestershire Life Links team. We support people living with mental health problems to develop a sense of independence, purpose and fulfilment and gain the skills they need to return to work or training. But, we need your help. Your challenge? To co-ordinate the volunteering programme within the service. This will include recruiting volunteers and providing them with inductions, support, supervision and mentoring. You’ll also work with Team Leaders to further develop our volunteer network, help us develop organisational policies, procedures, protocols, systems and guidance to underpin volunteer support and good practice, and much more besides.

To succeed, you’ll need a good understanding of the principles and practice on which mental health services are run. We'll also be looking for a proven ability to consult, liaise and work effectively with colleagues and a wide range of organisations. Flexibility over working hours is important too, as is self-motivation, professional integrity and excellent time management, prioritising and work planning skills. Great at solving problems and making decisions, if you have experience of recruiting and/or supervising volunteers or implementing new services, even better, although this is not essential.

The salary for this post is £19,206, with subsequent progression to a maximum of £20,216 per annum.

This is a permanent role.

This is a full time post at 37.5 hours per week.

Recovery Focus is committed to working towards equal opportunities and we select staff solely on merit irrespective of race, colour, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, social class, religious belief, disability or history of mental health or addiction problems. If you need support to apply for the role or adaptions at interview please contact the recruitment team to discuss.

So, are you ready to take on this rewarding role that comes with some really great benefits, including a smartphone?

This is a rolling recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply.

Warwickshire Children & Family Centres will improve the outcomes and life chances for all children, young people and their families by offering effective preventative and early intervention services that focus on those who are hardest to reach and are experiencing the greatest challenges in life.

The service is tailored to local need with specific provision based on in-depth understanding of the local communities it serves.

The service includes the following core elements:

1. Coordination and administration of the designated Children & Family Centres, associated outreach provision and volunteer coordination ;

2. Provision of a range of stay, play and learn opportunities

3. Service , locality and community development

We are looking to recruit an experienced Service Administrator for our Rugby locality to provide efficient administrative support .
It is essential that you have:

* Proven substantial office experience
* Proven substantial experience of using IT packages including word processing, spread sheets, databases, Windows applications.
* Experience of operating financial systems including petty cash, budget monitoring and control
* Experience of premises/facilities management .
* Experience of dealing with members of the public and other agencies.

The post is for 22.5 hours per week, which we would like to be worked on a Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. We may be able to be flexible around start and finish times as long as this also meets our service need.

The postholder will be required to be flexible to work across the Rugby locality , as attending meetings and providing admin cover within other Children and Family Centres within the locality is a significant and regular part of the Service Administrator 's work. For this reason access to your own transport would be essential and the flexibility to occasionally work additional hours to provide cover for annual leave or sickness would also be desirable .

Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance; we are therefore are open to offering flexible working arrangements .

When completing your application please refer to your skills knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification , Job Description and Additional Information document (if applicable) . This should be done with an understanding of the context of the service described.

SUPPORT WORKER, STEP UP, LONG EATON, PERMANENT, 33 HPW, FRWK03 £17,189 - £18,661 FTE (PRO-RATA: £15,330 - £16,643)

Do you want to join an organisation that employs remarkable people to do a remarkable job?  Do you have commitment to reach out, even to the most challenging young people? 

We are looking for a Support Worker who would thrive in a young person’s accommodation service, where no two days are ever the same.

You could be part of a team supporting young people to develop their independence, social skills and help raise their aspirations.

You will support young people aged 16-21 to complete daily tasks and learn new life- skills during their transition to independence and into our move-on properties.

You will:
• work in partnership with various agencies and closely with social care
• have excellent communication skills and be able to build rapport with young people
• be dynamic and enthusiastic
• promote equality and diversity within the service
• provide a safe and secure environment for young people
• contribute to the delivery of a comprehensive support package

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

To protect the health & wellbeing of those receiving support from Framework, colleagues and the wider community, any job offer is conditional upon the prospective post-holder having been vaccinated against Covid-19, or agreeing to do so during the first six months in the post, except where such a requirement would be unreasonable in the circumstances.

98% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Volunteering Development Officer, Leicester City Centre, LE1

£29,414 pa, Full-Time 35 hours

Fixed-Term to March 2023, 2 Posts

Voluntary Action Leicestershire are proud to be partner on the Work.Live.Leicestershire (WiLL) programme which helps people who are economically inactive or unemployed who are living in rural Leicestershire to move into job search, training, or employment.

Based within VAL Sector Support Team, you will work with, Volunteering Involving Organisations in identified rural areas to map and develop new volunteering opportunities for rural residents furthest from the labour market to take the first steps back into the workplace. The VAL Rural Volunteering Programme will enable access into work and training by overcoming specific rural barriers including skills, transport and confidence building. The role will also include creating specialist volunteering roles.

Awareness and promotion of opportunities will be a key feature of your role.

This role requires a proactive and dynamic approach, excellent technical and organisation skills, a keen eye for detail combined with the ability to process detailed information, manage complex processes, prioritise and multi-task. The project will work with structured processes and to tight timelines and targets, so flexibility and a “can do” attitude are a must.

Voluntary Action Leicester is a sector leading diverse and ambitious organisation, with a vision for growth. You will benefit from a competitive salary, a flexible and supportive working environment, 25 days annual leave, rising with service, plus bank holidays and a 6% employer pension contribution. 

Closing date: Monday 20 September 2021 midday

Interviews:  Week Commencing 27 September 2021

Application form and detailed information about the WiLL Project and the roles can be found on our website 

The Survivors Trust (TST) is a UK-wide national umbrella agency for 120 specialist voluntary sector organisations providing support for the impact of rape, sexual violence and childhood sexual abuse throughout the UK and Ireland for women, men, young people and children.

TST provides support and networking for member agencies; deliver accredited training; raise awareness about rape and sexual abuse and its effect on survivors, their supporters and society at large; promote effective responses to rape and sexual abuse on a local, regional and national level.

We are looking for an experienced professional to join our friendly team on a part time basis to perform the role of Finance Officer.

The right candidate will ideally have previous experience in a Finance Officer role and be part-qualified AAT (level 3) or equivalent with excellent analytical and numerical skills. They will be experienced in using financial software, eg  Xero, SAGE, and knowledge of financial regulations and accounting procedures. The role will involve managing multiple restricted funding streams, producing financial reports for trustees and funders, budgets and cash-flows.

Previous experience of working in the voluntary sector would be helpful but not essential, as training and a full induction will be provided. A good level of education, the ability to articulate themselves in a friendly and professional manner and IT competency are essential.

The role will be based at our head office in Rugby, Warwickshire.

You will be required to undergo enhanced DBS clearance to work at The Survivors Trust and references will be sought.

The opportunity

Are you an experience Account Executive with strong sales skills? 

Could you help build and develop relationships with Universities for the British Heart Foundation (BHF)?

If so, we’d love to hear from you.
 
About the role
 
A core part of the commercial growth strategy has been the development of partnerships with a wide range of new channels including companies, Universities and Local Authorities to source donated stock. 

As University Accounts Executive, you’ll generate significant levels of stock for many of our shops and stores, primarily working with Universities across the Central and East region to target students leaving at the end of the academic year.

Essential to this growth strategy is the need for effective account management of existing partnerships developed in previous years to increase their value as well as the acquisition of new Universities to bring stock into the charity. The retail partnerships team now needs someone with strong new business/sales generation experience to pitch to Universities, develop and implement delivery plans for Universities for the Commercial Division.

You’ll be responsible for all current University partnerships in the Central and East region as well as:
• Securing further partners over the next 2 years to reach our 2024 targets
• Acting as the key point of contact 
• Leading on the delivery of cross sell and upsell of additional stock generation, sales promotion and key charity campaigns in the region
• Diligent data analysis, evaluation of each activity and reporting

You’ll also get the chance to be involved in ad-hoc projects as required.
 
About you

You’ll have excellent communication skills able to pick up the account management of existing partnerships developed in previous years to increase their value as well as the acquisition of new Universities to bring stock into the charity. 

With a strong new business/sales generation experience, able to to pitch to universities, you’ll be able to develop and implement delivery plans for our commercial directorate.

To be successful in this role you’ll have the following skills and experience:

• New business/sales generation experience
• Ability to pitch to, as well as develop and implement delivery plans for Universities
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Data analysis and evaluation skills for each activity and reporting. 
 
In return we offer a generous benefits package including flexible working, healthcare cover, dental plan, subsidised gym membership and substantial annual leave.

About us

At the British Heart Foundation, we are focused on the urgent need to fund more research into heart and circulatory diseases like heart diseases, stroke, vascular dementia and the conditions that cause them, to find answers fit for 21st century challenges. We are independent, have more than fifty years of breakthroughs under our belts and we won’t stop until we beat heartbreak forever.

Here at the BHF we understand that you might need a little help balancing your work and home life.  Many of our people work flexibly in many different ways. Please feel free to talk to us about the flexibility you may need; we’re happy to explore what’s possible for you and the role.

Interview process

The interview process  will be held virtually over MS Teams.

Reporting to: Communications Manager

Location: One of the Fareshare Depots

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 25 hours/week

Salary: £21,000 per year (£14,000 pro rata)

About FareShare Midlands

FareShare Midlands is the region’s largest food redistribution charity, fighting food poverty and hunger by tackling waste. We source good quality food that is surplus to requirements from retailers and manufacturers. We rely on an army of volunteers to help redistribute this food to 550 frontline charities such as school breakfast clubs, community centres and organisations supporting those who are homeless, unemployed, socially isolated and recovering from addiction. These organisations provide meals and food parcels to more than 35,000 vulnerable people every week.

The Role

We are seeking a self-motivated, enthusiastic and creative Communications Officer to support our Communications Manager in the delivery of a comprehensive communications strategy.

Flexibility and a positive attitude are essential, along with a desire to learn all about marketing in a charity. Great writing and graphic design skills are required, as is an interest/aptitude for photography/videography.  We are looking for a proactive team player to join our friendly team and, if you're dedicated and ambitious, FareShare Midlands is an excellent place to grow your career. 

Main Responsibilities
Strategy

• Support the Communications Manager in their delivery of the overall communications strategy
• Work with the Communications Manager and other teams to develop and implement integrated communications and marketing strategies and fundraising appeals
• Assist on monitoring progress, impact and success against KPIs

Communications

• Support the Communications Manager with the design, content and production of up-to-date marketing materials across the organisation
• Assist the team with written content including social media posts, blog posts and regular email updates
• Create high quality and engaging content for online and print use
• Develop and manage the database of case studies

Social Media & Website

• Create and schedule a variety of content across all platforms in line with the Social Media Plan (written, graphic design, photos and video)
• Develop a variety of fresh and relevant content to keep the charity’s website up-to-date
• Research trends and opportunities and help to improve our social media presence, followers and engagement
• Assist on monitoring engagement, analysing performance and reporting on channel effectiveness

PR, Public Affairs and Stakeholder Engagement

• Support the Communications Manager with the circulation and promotion of press releases
• Assist the Communications Manager with the development and implementation of the public affairs strategy including greater emphasis on media ops
• Help with tracking and reporting on media coverage and stakeholder engagement

Other

• Assist with the delivery of internal communications, including the monthly newsletter
• Develop and manage the email marketing database
• Work effectively with staff and volunteers, in particular members of the fundraising team
• Undertake any other reasonable duties to support the operations of the charity

Person Specification

Essential Experience

• 12 months’ experience (work or volunteering) in communications, marketing, fundraising or relationship-building
• Experience in creating content including digital
• Strong skills in content writing and graphic design
• A familiarity with the best practices of social media and common platforms
• Ability to work on own initiative and to meet objectives and deadlines

Personal Qualities

• Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to form good working relations, both internally and externally
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage time, prioritise and plan effectively
• Creative thinker
• An interest in and commitment to FareShare’s mission and core values

Desirable

• Bachelor's degree in a field such as communications, marketing or journalism
• Experience in managing communications campaigns
• Experience gained in a charity or social enterprise
• Photography skills
• Videography skills

Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 20th September 2021

Interviews will take place week commencing 27th September 2021

The Community Advice and Law Service has been working to tackle poverty and social exclusion in Leicester and Leicestershire for over forty years through the delivery of independent, high quality advice on social welfare matters. We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Grants and Development Manager to help us grow our income and diversify our income streams. With a new Chief Executive in post, a supportive Board of Trustees and a highly engaged staff team, this is an exciting time to join the organisation and the successful candidate will have a significant opportunity to contribute to the development of our new strategy. There is considerable flexibility with regard to how this role is delivered, and we are open to discussions around working hours, working location or possible freelancing options.