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Cardiomyopathy UK is for anyone whose life is impacted by the heart muscle disease, cardiomyopathy. We work to save and improve the lives of people with the condition, and their loved ones, throughout the UK because we believe that everyone affected by cardiomyopathy should live a long and fulfilling life.

We bring together people with cardiomyopathy, their loved ones, medical experts, researchers, professional staff and other stakeholders to ensures we have the insight, lived experience, clinical knowledge and skills we need to make a real and lasting difference to people's lives.

We provide support and information so that nobody has to face cardiomyopathy alone. We fight for better access to treatment so more people get the help they need, we shape research so that it truly addresses the needs of our community and we raise awareness so more people seek help sooner and fewer people are at risk.

We are now seeking our next CEO to build on our strong position and enable us to do even more for our community. It is a great time to be joining the charity. We have a strategy in place, a strong reputation, and financial stability. Our new CEO will have the time they need to find their feet and work with staff, trustees and volunteers to develop plans and identify new ways in which we can support people affected by cardiomyopathy.

Our next CEO will be a strong leader, confident spokesperson, and powerful ambassador, who is able to develop successful partnerships and influence stakeholders to ensure the future growth and development of the charity. They will need to be commercially astute with proven expertise in driving financial sustainability and effective fundraising, and have the desire to foster a positive and caring culture.

Above all, our new CEO will share our passion for improving the lives of those living with cardiomyopathy and their families by making a positive difference. If you feel you have the passion, ambition, enthusiasm, and leadership skills we are looking for, I look forward to hearing from you.

Please download our Appointment Brief for more information and details on how to apply

Hours: 37 hours per week Mon- Fri (part time hours will be considered)

Location: Hybrid- from any one of our offices (High Wycombe, Aylesbury, Chesham, Buckingham) and home working

Travel: Between offices and ad hoc for off site internal/ external meetings.

Pension: Defined contribution pension scheme with an employer contribution of 6%

Annual Leave: 25 days plus public holidays Reporting to: CEO

Role Outline

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Trusts and Grants officer looking to take on a new challenge. You will play a key role in the fundraising team in supporting the charity achieve its income ambitions to meet the continual need for impartial, free advice in the county of Buckinghamshire. Working closely with the CEO, Fundraising Relationship Manager and management team , you will oversee the development of a strong pipeline across Charitable Trusts and Foundations and Grant Giving Bodies, both locally and nationally. You will work to manage and strengthen relationships with existing funders and lead on securing a range of new opportunities in line with CA Bucks strategic aims.

To find out more including how to apply please read the attached Job Pack. Thank you. 

About Citizens Advice Bucks

Citizens Advice Bucks is a registered charity that believes everyone deserves access to free advice to help them deal with life’s problems and challenges and our committed and highly trained team of staff and volunteers help us do that.

Our Vision

To build a better Bucks. We know our services can transform our clients’ lives – practically, financially and emotionally.

Our Mission

Helping those who need us most. Focusing on prevention and empowerment to help our clients resolve as many issues as we can. 

Closing date: 31st December 2024

Interviews: w/c January 13th

Job Title: Church Engagement & Fundraising Officer

Responsible to: Church Engagement Manager

Salary: £32,000

Location: USPG, 5 Trinity Street, London, SE1 1DB
 

Hours of work: Full time - 35 hours per week (occasional weekend work with time off in lieu). Up to 20% of this role is travel within Britain and Ireland. Permanent contract.

The package also includes

· 8% employer contribution to a pension

· 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and additional discretionary leave during the Christmas week

· Season Ticket Loan

USPG is the Anglican mission agency that partners with churches and communities worldwide

in God’s mission to enliven faith, strengthen relationships, unlock potential and champion

justice. You can find out more about our work by visiting USPG's website.

The Job

Reporting to the Church Engagement Manager, this role sits within the Communications, Engagement and Fundraising team. This role will raise the profile and fundraising potential of USPG whilst creating a deeper understanding of its work across the Anglican Communion within the UK as a major organisational priority. The role has been created to offer bespoke fundraising support, often face-to-face, to a defined set of churches and community members to enable and enrich their fundraising contribution at USPG. The role will motivate churches, community members and groups to engage through their giving, praying, and supporter actions.

About You

You are a confident and self-motivated fundraiser or event organiser with a passion for engaging local churches. You are energised by community fundraising initiatives, large event engagement, challenge runs and relationship building. You will bring your experience in church engagement to build and nurture new and existing networks and relationships. You will support volunteers within their area of influence and draw on volunteer expertise where possible. You’ll generate creative and effective engagement ideas and be ready to partner with stakeholders including volunteers, leaders, pastors, ministers, colleagues and Christian media.

The Church Engagement & Fundraising Officer will play a key role in co-ordinating and supporting community fundraising activities including USPG’s own engagement events, third party events and supporter led events. 

How to apply

Please visit our website vacancies page for details.

Closing Date: EOB 7 January, 2025

Interview Dates: Week commencing 13 January, 2025

Do you have a passion for creating meaningful supporter experiences that drive lasting relationships? If so, we would like to hear from you!

Here at Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People, we provide specialist palliative care and end-of-life support to over 750 babies, children, and young people living with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions, as well as approximately 3,000 people, including families, siblings, and carers, across the East Midlands. Simply put, we’re here to brighten short lives and support families, wherever they are.

This vital work would not be possible without our dedicated Fundraising Team! Rainbows receives just seven weeks of government funding annually, and it is through the relentless efforts of our fundraisers that we’re able to remain open for the remaining 45 weeks each year.

As part of the expansion of our Fundraising Team, we’re excited to announce an opportunity for a Head of Public Fundraising & Supporter Experience to join us!

Location: Hybrid, home-based or hospice-based working. (Initially, this role will require regular presence at the hospice in Loughborough.)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week between Monday and Friday with the occasional evenings/weekends for Rainbows events.

About the Role

As the Head of Public Fundraising & Supporter Experience, you will play a senior role in our Supporter Relations Management Team and act as deputy for the Director of Income Generation and Marketing. This pivotal position involves developing and leading strategies to grow our income, engage supporters, and deliver an outstanding supporter experience.

Key Responsibilities Include:

· Team Leadership: Develop and lead a high-performing, collaborative public fundraising team, delivering against ambitious growth targets

· Supporter Acquisition: Deliver on a dedicated Supporter Acquisition Strategy which delivers 5,000 new supporters over the next five years.

· Strategic Planning: Create and implement an effective public fundraising strategy, encompassing individual giving, lottery, in-memory giving, legacy marketing, and supporter journeys.

· Brand Collaboration: Ensure the integration of Rainbows’ brand and fundraising communications to maximise their impact, developing compelling content and case studies.

· Income Growth: Develop plans with the Income Generation and Lottery teams to grow support from regular givers, cash donors, lottery players, and new committed giving propositions.

· Legacy Fundraising: Maximise support from gifts in Wills through strategic planning and delivery.

· Supporter Experience: Act as the strategic lead for supporter experience across all teams, ensuring every supporter feels valued and engaged.

· Further responsibilities in the role of Head of Fundraising & Supporter Experience at Rainbows can be found by downloading the Job Description.

Requirements

· Significant recent experience in public fundraising that includes managing significant budgets

· Proven success in developing and delivering strategies and operational plans.

· A strong track record of leading, motivating, and developing high-performing teams.

· A deep understanding of individual giving, lottery, in-memory giving, legacy marketing, supporter care, and supporter experience.

· Experience using data-driven insights from CRM systems to inform strategy and audience engagement.

· A demonstrable track record of achieving income growth.

· Advanced knowledge of CRM databases and analytics.

· Further requirements can be found by downloading the Person Specification.

Our Benefits include:

· Free onsite parking at the Hospice, Lark Rise, Loughborough.

· Hybrid, and Hospice working location (Need to be in the Hospice to start with).

· Eligibility to join blue light card discount scheme and Company Shop.

· Healthcare Cashback plan.

· Life Assurance.

· 27 days holiday plus bank holidays.

· Contributory pension scheme or Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

· Affordable meals at the Hospice, Lark Rise, Loughborough.

· Free Tea, Coffee and Fruit whilst at the Hospice

· Free access to Health Assured employee assistance programme

· Wellbeing support and access to Mental Health First Aiders

· Unofficial benefits: Fun events like Total Wipe Out, All staff away days, Guest visitors

1 in 4 of us in the UK are disabled and we are a diverse, proud, and vibrant community. We’re here to create an equal future with all disabled people. We campaign to transform attitudes to disability, tackle injustice and inspire action. We are creating a powerful movement of disabled people, allies, organisations and businesses. Together we will be unstoppable. For more information please go to the Scope website. 

We are in need of a temporary Board and Governance Administrator to assist us for 3 months. We are looking for an organised and experienced individual who can take effective Board and Committee minutes, who is able to step into the role with minimal supervision.

Fixed term until 31 March 2025

Full time, 35 hours a week

Requests to work part time (minimum 28 hours a week)  may be considered but have to be able to work on a Wednesday and Friday.

Location: Here East Press Centre, 14 East Bay Lane, London, E15 2GW with working from home most of the time. 

The role primarily involves working from home, with occasional visits to the Here East office for Board meetings.

The role 

We are looking to fill this position quickly, with a view to starting in January 2025.

The role will involve:

• Taking minutes at Board and its 5 Committees, preparing minutes after the meetings in a timely manner, and reviewing minutes before distribution
• Supporting, organising and attending well run and accessible Board and Committee meetings with agendas agreed, papers collated and distributed, and meetings managed
• Distributing post-meeting documents and actions, maintaining Action Logs for the Board and Committees and tracking pending action items before and after meetings.

For more information about the role’s responsibilities, and the skills and experience required please use the link to job description above.

From 1 April 2025, we intend to recruit a permanent Board and Governance Administrator. While assisting us, the successful candidate may have the opportunity to apply for this permanent position. Additionally, there is the possibility that the permanent role could evolve into an Assistant Company Secretary position, depending on the candidate's demonstrated skills and performance during their time at Scope.

About you

The ideal candidate should have the following knowledge and experience:

• Proven experience as a Board Administrator or similar executive support role
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with virtual meeting platforms
• Discretion and confidentiality

Make sure to explain in your application, with examples, how you have these skills.

We ask you to show an appreciation of Scope’s values and our ambition of an equal future for disabled people. 

Our values are being pioneering, courageous, connected, open and fair

By living our values and trusting each other, we give our colleagues freedom and space to be creative, push boundaries and change minds.

Disabled candidates

We are a disability equality charity and encourage applications from disabled people. We are dedicated to creating a workforce that is a true reflection of the communities we serve. If you are disabled, have the skills, and or the experience to do the job, then we would love to meet you for an interview.

Just let us know in your application that you are applying under the Disability Confident, Offer an Interview Scheme.

If you require adjustments through your journey with us you can find out more about interview adjustments on the Scope website.

Find out more about asking for adjustments at interview.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Equality and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We want to seize every opportunity to build a truly diverse and inclusive workplace.

We work hard to ensure that we are making exciting opportunities available to all, and everyone feels valued, heard and respected so that we continue to build a high performance, high engagement culture.

Scope benefits

We believe hard work deserves reward and recognition. We offer a wide range of benefits including:

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Flexible, hybrid and remote working options
• Pay progression at 6 months and 2 years
• Company pension 
• Excellent training and career development 
• Strong colleague networks across disability, race and LGBTQ+
• Discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme and much more.

How to apply

We welcome all applications by 11:59pm GMT on Wednesday 18 December 2024.

Click the apply button to create an account and complete your application form.

The Reporting Analyst will work closely with internal stakeholders & senior management to understand their requirements and assist them in getting the most out of Power BI so that they can measure the impact of their activities and drive organisational strategy. The role will allow the postholder to create bespoke data sets, advise internal stakeholders on structuring reports effectively, and ensure data accuracy and compliance. They will also drive best practise around Power BI, facilitate easy access to reports, train & empower stakeholders in the use Power BI, and collaborates with the Data Hub team to optimise data flow into the Power BI ecosystem.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Media and Communications Manager to join the Marketing and Communications team. Your role will be to support the team to deliver highly effective internal and external communications, across all channels which reflect the organisational objectives and strategy.

Staff benefits include London weighting, shuttle bus, and more… Read more below

Role Requirements

• Providing exceptional line management and support to wider members of the marketing and communications department
• Work alongside the Head of Marketing and Communications, the Senior Marketing Manager, and Digital manager to motivate the team; monitoring capacity and ensuring projects are delivered on time to a high standard
• Monitoring and evaluation to demonstrate the impact of the team’s work
• Deliver highly effective project management strategies to ensure projects and campaigns are delivered to a high standard
• Develop strong relationships, internally and externally, and role modelling this to wider members of the department and the directorate
• Lead a programme for celebrity / ambassador / influencer engagement, building relationships and maximising the opportunities to leverage the influence of public figures to raise awareness of the charity's work
• Support the Head of Marketing and Communications with issues and reputation management, executing sound judgement and remaining calm under pressure. Help to quickly develop appropriate strategies for responding to a wide range of issues and incidents, whilst
• Business Development – working with the team to plan and implement campaigns which support the business development objectives of the charity, to promote support the department with its stakeholder engagement to professionals and parents

Interview Date: To be confirmed.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY – ‘How to Apply’

Please do not complete the online application form, instead please use the link above to access the internal application form and email this as directed below. 

Terms and Conditions

PLEASE NOTE: The Children's Trust Application Form MUST be completed and submitted, for your application to be considered. As part of the shortlisting process, gaps in employment will be examined and further explored during the interview process. 

Strictly no agencies, please.

As we often receive high levels of applicants for our roles, we regret that we will only be able to contact those applicants who are shortlisted for interviews. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have not been shortlisted for an interview on this occasion.

About Us

The Children’s Trust is the UK’s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service.

Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom.

Staff Benefits

The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment.

We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service.

Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher’s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Rehabilitation of Offenders

Many roles at The Children’s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.  Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected.  The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children’s Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK’s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark – our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements.

Online Searches

In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate’s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.

ID: 1364 Senior Wellbeing Coordinator

Service:  Wandsworth WellFamily and Foodbank Service

Location: Wandsworth, SW11-SW15

Hours: 15 hours per week (part-time) Tuesday and Friday preferred

Salary: £36,138 - £39,627 FTE per annum (£14,650.54 - £16,065 per annum for part-time, 15 hours per week) inclusive of inner London weighting

Contract:  Temporary (Until June 2025) 

We typically divide our time between working in the office, the Wandsworth Community and from home. The whole team works from the office on Tuesdays. 

We can offer the flexibility to work fully remotely. Our office space is wheelchair accessible.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated, passionate and experienced team leader or someone with the transferable skills and aspiration to step up into a more senior role. We are looking for someone who has experience of supporting adults in a mental health setting and has a good understanding of the causes and impact of mental ill health upon individuals and their families. 

Family Action & the Role’s Impact:

At Family Action we support people through change, challenge or crisis. It’s what we’ve done for over 150 years. We protect children, support young people and adults and offer direct, practical help to families and communities. 

We see first-hand the power of family to shape lives, for better or worse, so we speak up for the importance of family in national and local policymaking, amplify family voices and represent the changing needs of families in the UK today. 

Wandsworth WellFamily and Foodbank Service is an adult mental health service, offering practical and emotional support in foodbanks and Primary Care settings. 

We’re delighted to be recruiting a Senior Wellbeing Coordinator to support the manager in their role of leading and directing the WellFamily Service, whilst supervising staff, holding a small case load and deputising for the manager. We have a small, supportive and successful team and take a personalised, holistic and collaborative approach to assessing and supporting individuals referred by GPs, Foodbanks  and other partnership agencies. The WellFamily Service is commissioned by the South West London Integrated Care Board and delivers much needed support for between 2-6 sessions, in a community setting, GP surgery or by phone. 

Main Responsibilities:

• You will work closely with the Service Manager and other Senior Wellbeing Coordinator and take a lead on the quality assurance of work completed by the WellFamily team. This includes maintaining a high standard of overall governance including report writing, case management records and developing and maintaining compliance with the organisation’s safeguarding standards. You will work to implement audit processes and line manage at least one member of the team. In addition, you will carry a small caseload alongside your management responsibilities. 
• Collaborating with partnership agencies and promoting co-production with guests and service users, you will provide 1:1 personalised support to individuals and identify wider issues that impact health and wellbeing. You will address individuals’ unique needs by designing bespoke wellbeing plans and establishing partnerships, helping individuals make positive, long-lasting lifestyle changes and play a pivotal role in diversifying and personalising care in local communities.

Main Requirements (for details check the job description and person specification):

• To join us as a Senior Wellbeing Coordinator you will have excellent holistic assessment and consultation skills. You’ll be an effective communicator who excels at building trusting and empowering relationships with individuals, and be able to work closely with a variety of professionals and stakeholders. You will be a skilled and experienced practitioner with the qualities of effective leadership, and dedicated to improving the lives and opportunities of individuals experiencing various challenges including financial hardship, poor mental and physical health and other complex issues.  You’ll bring knowledge and experience of supporting adults with physical and mental health issues, and understand the impact of ill health, deprivation and discrimination on adults, children, young people and communities.
• Appointments are subject to Family Action receiving a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service: Adult Workforce DBS required. 

Benefits: 

- an annual paid leave entitlement of 30 working days, plus bank holidays

- up to 6% matched-pension contributions

- enhanced paid sick leave and paid family leave provisions

- eye care and winter flu jabs vouchers

- cycle to work scheme

- investing in your professional development with ongoing quality training and career development opportunities

We are forward looking, ambitious and committed to continuous improvement. We are a people focused, can-do organisation, which strives for excellence in all we do and operates with mutual respect.

To Apply:

Download and submit a completed Application Form linked to the Family Action job advert on our Careers Hub

Closing Date: Sunday 12th January 2025 at 11.59pm

Interviews are scheduled to take place in person on the 23rd of January 2024. 

Appointments are subject to satisfactory Safer Recruitment checks, including a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where appropriate to the role.

ID: 1364

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any adjustments if shortlisted for interview. We also make reasonable adjustments on the job, where required.

We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Intersectionality is important to us and we particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ candidates and disabled candidates because we are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Family Action. We know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for families and children and strive for our workforce to be truly representative of the diverse communities we support. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role, and will reimburse your travel cost if you attend an interview.

*Ordinarily Family Action appoints new starters at the starting point of the salary scale (with subsequent annual pay progression), unless you have experience that would justify appointment further up the salary scale or there are any other exceptional reasons.

Vacancy Reference Number:

CO/CEOO/UK-R1

Position Title:

Compliance Officer

Reports to:

CEO

Department:

CEO's Office

Location:

Muslim Hands, 148 – 164 Gregory Boulevard, Gregory House, Nottingham, NG7 5JE

Hours of Work:

Full-time, 35 hours per week

Salary Range:

£30,000 - £35,000.00 per annum (commensurate with experience)

Terms of Employment:

24-Months’ Fixed-Term Contract (with a 6-Month Probationary Period)

Application Process & Closing Date:

Send an up-to-date CV and supporting Covering Letter by Email by no later than 29th December 2024

Approx. Interview & Role Commencement Date(s):

· Interviews: As and when strong candidates identified

· Start: ASAP thereafter

Note: Strong Applicants may be contacted sooner, ahead of the closing date, to hold either a ‘In-Person’ or Online Interview (via MS Teams, Zoom or Skype) with Muslim Hands; therefore, please familiarise yourself with MS Teams, Zoom or Skype prior to submitting your Application.

Other Information:

Muslim Hands is an international aid agency and NGO dedicated to providing humanitarian assistance, sustainable development, and education to communities in need worldwide. With a presence in over 40 countries, we strive to alleviate poverty, empower marginalised individuals, and respond to emergency situations with compassion and expertise.

Role Overview:

This is a new role, providing an opportunity to develop and evolve it. As Compliance Officer, you will be the Charity’s lead and expert on compliance with its external regulatory requirements and internal policies. Specifically, you will be responsible for managing and assuring compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements, including UK charity law, financial regulations, GDPR, safeguarding, and anti-money laundering regulations.

You will report directly to the CEO and provide advice and assistance to the Senior Management Team, as well as personnel across the Charity. The role focuses on advising, assisting, and supporting others while maintaining the authority and independence to ensure compliance.

Main Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a robust compliance programme that ensures adherence to internal and external policies, legal and regulatory requirements, and sector best practices.
• Work with various departments to maintain and implement compliance assurance across the Charity, ensuring that appropriate and reasonable measures are in place in line with legislative changes and sector best practices.
• Conduct regular audits, compliance reviews, and spot checks to identify risks, evaluate controls, and manage compliance risks, including investigations and reporting findings.
• Act as the main point of contact for external regulators, auditors, and clients, including the Charity Commission and the Fundraising Regulator.
• Manage the process of periodic audits as per the compliance framework, identifying actions for remediation and developing action plans to address risks.
• Ensure that policies and processes comply with all relevant legislation and regulations. Keep up-to-date with any legal and regulatory changes affecting the Charity's activities and provide advice and interpretation to Senior Management and relevant staff.
• Maintain and update the compliance register, tracking action points and following up on identified risks.
• Provide compliance training sessions to staff members, ensuring they understand how compliance relates to their roles and responsibilities.
• Prepare and present detailed compliance reports to senior management, the Finance and Audit Committee, and the Board of Trustees (BoT), highlighting key risks, issues, and recommendations for improvement.
• Foster a culture of ethical conduct and compliance within the organisation by promoting best practices.
• Be prepared to assist with additional tasks as required and modify the role as it develops.
• Inform management about charity laws changes. 
• To undertake (/progress towards undertaking) all tasks and duties in an effective, efficient, transparent, and wholly accountable manner.
• To undertake any reasonable responsibilities as required by line manager.
• To promote and adhere to all Muslim Hands’ Policies and Codes of Practices.
• To demonstrate Muslim Hands’ values and ethics in own working practices, approach and conduct
• To support with other Fundraising activities from time-to-time, committing to partake in approximately Live-TV-Appeals during our peak periods

Work Context

· The post is based in Nottingham and will involve regular travel to overseas partner offices.

· The role requires adaptability to changing priorities, understanding the compliance needs of all parts of the Charity, and ensuring compliance assurance is met across the organisation.

Additional Responsibilities

• Attend in-house and external training courses, as agreed with the line manager.
• Practise and comply with all current policies and procedures, including GDPR.
• Undertake any reasonable tasks from time to time at the request of the line manager.

Autonomy and Decision Making

· The post holder will be responsible for their workload and outputs, working closely with the CEO. They must retain sufficient independence to report on compliance truthfully.

· The post holder must be able to work autonomously, displaying initiative, flexible thinking, and self-motivation. They must understand the Charity’s business model and ensure all related compliance areas are managed effectively.

Communications

The post holder will regularly engage with people across the organisation, including front-line operations staff, HQ staff, the Senior Management Team, and the CEO.

This Description is illustrative and non-exhaustive in scope. The post-holder may be required to undertake any reasonable tasks as and when required by Line Manager from time to time to reflect the changing needs of the Organisation.

Qualification:

Graduate, preferably in Project Management, Finance, or Business and Management, ideally with certifications in PRINCE 2, charity governance and compliance. Ideal candidate should have at least 4 years of relevant experience in the third sector.

Essential:

• Right to work in the UK
• DBS Certificate at suitable level / undertaking to cooperate to obtain a DBS Certificate at suitable level
• Good working knowledge of working in compliance.
• Knowledge of cyber security risks and other information security standards.
• Understanding data protection law, regulation and principles, audit and compliance to internal and regulatory standards.
• Experience liaising with external regulatory authorities.
• Proven ability to communicate complex ideas in simple, effective language.

Desirable

• Knowledge of charity sector.
• Fundraising / Governance/ Regulatory Charity Law and compliance.
• Experience in similar type of roles
• Experience in cross-functional roles.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.

Deadline for applications is 29th December 2024 however we reserve the right to end the application procedure early should the right candidate be found.

NB: Unfortunately, we will only be able to contact successful candidates so if you have not heard from us by the closure date unfortunately your application will have been unsuccessful.

Harrow Domestic Abuse Support Services

Salary: £25,250 - £30,044 per annum dependent on experience plus Inner London Weighting

Hours: 35 per week

Contract: Permanent

Location:  Harrow, London

Ref: 1500

The Victim’s Worker/IDVA will champion the Cranstoun values across the organisation and drive the Cranstoun ‘people’ agenda ensuring a culture based on fairness, collaboration and trust.

The Victim’s Worker/IDVA will strive to make contact and work on a one-to-one basis either face to face or online/telephone platforms with survivors/victims of the Harrow Domestic Abuse Support Service. They will also pro-actively secure engagement, and support victims on an ongoing one to one offer, improving the safety of victims/survivors and link to complementary services.

To do this, they will work in a multi -agency framework with existing agencies site to design a co-ordinated, strategic individual intervention plan to address identified needs and risks and promote understanding of the impact of abusive behaviours.

Throughout the intervention, they will work closely with the Harrow Domestic Abuse team and external agencies to review risk, develop safety plans, and improve outcomes for all parties involved.

The post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and may be subject to vetting based upon location/office space utilised in areas.

For further information, please visit the website via the apply button.

Unfortunately, we are unable to accept CVs.

Closing date:  Sunday 29 December 2024.

We are committed to equality and diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Vacancy Reference Number:

EVC/FR/UK-R1

Position Title:

Events & Volunteer Coordinator

Department:

UK Events and Volunteers

Location:

Muslim Hands, 148 – 164 Gregory Boulevard, Gregory House, Nottingham, NG7 5JE

Hours of Work:

Full-time, 35 hours per week

Salary Range:

£22,000-£24,999 per annum (commensurate with experience)

Terms of Employment:

12-Months’ Fixed-Term Contract (with a 6-Month Probationary Period)

Application Process & Closing Date:

Send an up-to-date CV and supporting Covering Letter by Email by no later than 29th December 2024

Approx. Interview & Role Commencement Date(s):

· Interviews: As and when strong candidates identified

· Start: ASAP thereafter

Note: Strong Applicants may be contacted sooner, ahead of the closing date, to hold either a ‘In-Person’ or Online Interview (via MS Teams, Zoom or Skype) with Muslim Hands; therefore, please familiarise yourself with MS Teams, Zoom or Skype prior to submitting your Application.

Other Information:

Muslim Hands is an international aid agency and NGO dedicated to providing humanitarian assistance, sustainable development, and education to communities in need worldwide. With a presence in over 40 countries, we strive to alleviate poverty, empower marginalised individuals, and respond to emergency situations with compassion and expertise.

Role Overview:

The post-holder will be working closely with other members of the Fundraising Department to gain exposure for the charity and the fundraising campaigns run throughout the year.

The Events and Volunteer team is essential to the growth of Muslim Hands both in raising awareness via our events which host thousands of people throughout the year, increasing awareness of our work and generating donations. The post-holder’s role will be central in expanding this and helping further the reach of Muslim Hands.

Main Responsibilities:

· To be the first point of contact for enquires in volunteering and events for post-holder’s local area.

· To support, manage and supervise the recruitment of volunteers.

· To equip head volunteers with the knowledge, motivation and understanding to carry out their role within the community on behalf of Muslim Hands.

· To work closely with key volunteers and groups to maximise Muslim Hands’ presence and work in the local community.

· To support our flagship events including Gaza Winter Walk, Ramadan activities and a range of outdoor and international events.

· To organise and be responsible for local events in post-holder’s area in order to maximise Muslim Hands presence and raise funds for various projects.

· To arrange and attend masjid collections and make announcements to the congregation in the masjid.

· To build relationships with key groups and businesses in post-holder’s local area such as schools, scout groups and supermarkets.

· Ensure that all practices of the work carried out is clearly planned, monitored and evaluated in.

· Ensure all activity is conducted within up-to-date policies including health and safety and data management.

· To work closely with the Events and Volunteer Assistant Manager and the broader Fundraising team.

· To engage schools and universities to fundraise for MH.

· To undertake (/progress towards undertaking) all tasks and duties in an effective, efficient, transparent, and wholly accountable manner.

· To undertake any reasonable responsibilities as required by line manager.

· To promote and adhere to all Muslim Hands’ Policies and Codes of Practices.

· To demonstrate Muslim Hands’ values and ethics in own working practices, approach and conduct

· To support with other Fundraising activities from time-to-time, committing to partake in approximately Live-TV-Appeals during our peak periods.

· To undertake any reasonable responsibilities as required by Line Manager

· To promote and adhere to all Muslim Hands Policies, Procedures and Professional Practices

· To be available to work weekends and some evenings for events, this will be available to claim back as TOIL.

This Job Description is illustrative and non-exhaustive in scope. The post-holder may be required to undertake any reasonable tasks as and when required by Line Manager from time to time to reflect the changing needs of the Organisation.

Essential: Ideal Candidate will:

· Right to work in the UK

· DBS Certificate at suitable level / undertaking to cooperate to obtain a DBS Certificate at suitable level

· Self-motivated

· Approachable with great leadership skills and initiative

· Excellent communication skills with passion for public speaking when needed to rally volunteers

· Engage with communities from different background and age ranges

· Knowledge of database management

· Be honest and accountable

· Willing to travel to meet with volunteers and work flexible hours

· Be proficient in IT, with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

· Be adequately experienced in supporting advertising and executing successful events.

· Possess suitable record keeping and administrative skills

· Possess a flexible approach to tasks and responsibilities.

· Possess a high level of self-motivation and professionalism

· Holds a valid UK driver’s license

Desirable:

· Access to a car with business insurance

· Direct role experience

· Familiarity of UK Events and Volunteers department’s activities

· An awareness of Health and Safety values.

· Multilingual Skills

· Degree level educated

Deadline for applications is 29th December 2024 however we reserve the right to end the application procedure early should the right candidate be found.

NB: Unfortunately, we will only be able to contact successful candidates so if you have not heard from us by the closure date unfortunately your application will have been unsuccessful. 

We are looking for an organised, experienced, and proactive Fundraising Officer to drive income generation at ELR. This exciting new role will be key in securing essential capital and revenue funds to support all areas of our work, from restoring historic locomotives and repairing bridges and viaducts to supporting education projects in our Transport Museum and covering day-to-day operational costs.

In this role, you will raise the profile of fundraising across the organisation and work closely with colleagues, volunteers, and the Board to increase income from diverse sources, including trusts and foundations, individuals, corporations, and statutory bodies.

The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator and a self-starter, eager to develop and lead new fundraising initiatives with a keen eye for detail. As an enthusiastic ambassador for our work, you will build our supporter base and clearly convey the impact of ELR to potential partners and stakeholders. You should have strong experience in building fundraising relationships, managing administration, and creating compelling content for various marketing channels (social media, website, crowdfunding, print, etc.).

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the fundraising strategy for a leading North West visitor attraction and heritage site. With significant potential to explore new fundraising avenues, accelerate activity, and foster a visible culture of philanthropy, this role offers great scope for professional growth.

The position is initially for two years, with a review after 18 months and the potential to transition into a permanent, full-time role upon the successful achievement of key objectives.

There are four criteria that will disqualify applicants, so please only apply if you meet all of the following requirements:

1. At least three years of fundraising experience.
2. Experience securing funding from various sources, including trusts, foundations, corporations, individuals, and government bodies.
3. Experience providing excellent stewardship and relationship management with supporters.
4. Experience conducting prospect research to identify potential supporters.

The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 6th January at 12:00.

Remuneration package:

Salary range: £27,000 - £30,000, depending on experience.

• Free travel on East Lancashire Light Railway services
• Rail Staff Travel Scheme, which allows discounted travel on the UK National Rail Network
• Company pension scheme
• Group Life Insurance inc. death in service benefit
• Employee Assistance Programme including BUPA Healthy Minds & Help@Hand app

A full-time office based role but hybrid and flexible working is available to this post.

Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. Our multiple award-winning Income Generation department raises around 60% of the Charity’s total income, allowing us to continue to grow to make sure we can be here for every cat and dog, now and in the future.

We are looking for someone to join our team as a Legacy & In Memory Direct Marketing Officer to manage and deliver a series of high standard direct marketing campaigns across our Legacy & In Memory Fundraising acquisition programme.

The ideal candidate will have experience in planning, implementing and evaluating direct marketing campaigns with an understanding of direct marketing acquisition and retention across a range of media channels, as well as the ability to analyse results of campaigns, understand the key performance indicators affecting outcomes and use learning to recommend future activity.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.

We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. 

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 22nd December 2024
Interview date(s): w/c 6th January 2025 (1st round); w/c 13th January 2025 (2nd round)

To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

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It is essential that the postholder has a full driving licence and access to a car for work purposes.