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Be there when it matters.
Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need. There is no one size fits all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone. We are there when it matters.
This is an exciting time for the trusts team at Sue Ryder. Following a highly successful year, the team has grown its pool of supporters and is recruiting for one new member to join an existing team of four, including this post. As well as nurturing and reporting to loyal supporters, this role will focus on raising additional trust and foundation gifts of up to £10,000, helping us achieve our new organisational, five-year strategy.
About you:
A proactive fundraiser, with experience of cultivating and securing gifts up to £10,000 and a passion for building and maintaining support. You will have excellent attention to detail, strong written and verbal skills and a talent for establishing rapport. You will relish connecting trust donors to brilliant projects that require funding and be motivated by the opportunity to maintain personalised relationships with them.
About the role:
This role plays an important part in cultivating and stewarding grant givers to support Sue Ryder’s work. It offers the post-holder the chance to increase their knowledge and experience through working on a wide range of local and national fundraising propositions. With a new strategy in place, innovative and much-needed services launching and supported by a friendly team, the role provides considerable scope for a fundraiser to develop in a successful and expanding national team.
Why work for Sue Ryder; our competitive benefits package:
· 27 days holiday rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata if part-time),
· Company pension schemeEAP support scheme
· Staff discount with thousands of retailers
· Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
· and lots more.
Closing date: 15th May
Interview date: w/c 20th May
If you want more than just a job, we want you.
Join the team and be there when it matters
We reserve the right to close this advertisement at any point prior to the stated closing date.
PSPA supports families affected by Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) and Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD), both are complex neurological conditions that affect mobility, vision, swallowing and cognition.
We are looking for someone to join our helpline team to provide professional, comprehensive support and make a real difference to people living with PSP, CBD, their families, and carers.
We are seeking a motivated and confident person who can deliver a high-quality professional service, to work on our helpline. Previous experience of working in health, social care or the helpline sector is essential. You need to be a patient, empathetic listener with excellent verbal and written communication skills. The role will involve assessing and responding to callers' needs via our telephone and email service providing practical and emotional support and delivering learning sessions about PSP and CBD to health and social care professionals. Ideally, you will have experience working on a helpline or in a health or social care setting.
Ability and willingness to travel within your region is essential. Occasional weekend work may be required. The role covers the following regions: Greater London, Kent, Essex & Surrey.
We have a hybrid working model with most staff working one day a week in the office in Milton Keynes and the remainder at home. Please contact our Helpline Manager, Jules Brown, if you would like to discuss the role.
We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of ethnicity (including race, colour, and nationality) age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
See the full job description for more details.
- Benefits: Pension Scheme and Employee Assistance Programme
- Annual Leave: 28 days per annum including bank holidays
Please apply with your current CV and a cover letter to show us how your knowledge and skills meet the requirements for the role of Helpline Care Navigator.
Closing date: Monday 20th May 2024
Interviews are to be held in person at the Milton Keynes offices the week commencing 27th May 2024.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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People Team Advisor
Job Role:
We need an exceptional People Team Advisor. This is a key post in supporting the management and staff of the FEC. The Forces Employment Charity to be effective in their roles and provide the very best quality of provision to our external delivery. The successful candidate will have responsibility and accountability for the full employee support life cycle and will be involved in all areas of the Human Resources function under the direction of Head of People. The post holder will be expected to work as part of the HR team in the provision of a comprehensive HR service. The post holder will be required to work closely with all employees at all levels
This is a full-time, 35 hours per week, hybrid contract reporting to Head of People. The successful candidate will be required to travel to the London office 2 days per week – immediate start date but will wait for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensuring the provision of a high-quality People (HR) service to all stakeholders in all employee life cycle in generalist capacity including resource, employee relations, learning & development, and reward, in accordance with the consistent application of charity policies and procedures and compliance with employment law and best practice.
- Produce employment contracts and variation to contracts in line with authorised management requests.
- Manage and Support onboarding processes with People Administrator.
- Work closely with the People and Payroll Department to ensure workforce information is kept up to date, employment changes are notified, and any problems identified and addressed.
- Issue timely and accurate payroll instructions, to meet payroll deadlines by working with People Team in specific Administrator.
- Manage staff sickness and absence in accordance with the sickness absence management policy, notifying team managers of absence thresholds and advising on Company Sick Pay limitations.
- Manage and support the implementation and monitoring of HR processes including pre-employment checks (right to work), Enhanced DBS vetting and MOD security clearance, employment contracts and variations, starters and leavers, induction, mandatory/other training, probationary period review, performance and development review, maternity/paternity/shared parental leave, flexible working requests and the evaluation of training.
- Provide and Support Administrator in the management information reports relating to HR, for example absence data, annual leave allowances, training compliance etc.
- Work with team managers to ensure all information (e.g., jobs descriptions, working hours and patterns, etc.) is consistent and up to date.
- Support Head of People in the development of HR policies, Rewards/Benefits, and other HR related projects, as requested.
- Input, maintenance, and provision of all HR data held within the HR Management System (PeopleHR) ensuring a high degree of accuracy.
- Maintain the People Team cloud-based e-filing system to ensure documents and information are retained and easy to locate.
- Initiate and co-ordinate progress of all mandatory staff training (in accordance with the training matrix) reporting compliance issues to managers.
- Be prepared to support all HR Administrator activities during periods of absence.
- Working alongside People Administrator and supporting the Head of People and site leadership team driving the delivery of the people agenda across the organization.
- Supporting the management team with ER issues and providing generalist support and advice on a variety of cases
- Playing an active role in forward thinking and fast action responses to the control of absence and retention ensuring contractual KPIs are achieved and maintained.
- Ensuring relevant management training is identified, sourced, and delivered, promoting a culture of learning and development across the organisation.
- Partnering with the other business areas and providing support in HR related activities.
- Participate in the charity’s appraisal scheme and support staff compliance (probation and annual appraisals).
- Be familiar with all charity policies and be prepared to advise/direct staff on compliance as appropriate.
- Ensure Data Protection and GDPR compliance.
- Maintain awareness of the requirements of the Health and Safety Policy and Display Screen Equipment assessments.
- Work to the charity’s quality standards and systems within the context of the ISO 9001 Business Management System.
- Undertake such other duties and responsibilities as are appropriate to this level of post or as directed by Head of Business Support.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Competencies:
- Previous experience of working in a fast-paced HR team, providing first level advice on HR policies and procedures, employment law and employee relations issues.
- Be up to date with current employment law.
- Excellent organisation and communication skills, with a good foundation in HR theory.
- The ability to multitask and deal with a range of incoming enquiries – organisation is key to the success of this role.
- Ability to develop innovative ideas and solutions.
- Excellent IT skills specifically HR Management Systems and MS Office applications; particularly Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Able to form and maintain effective working relationships with senior management, colleagues, service users and key stakeholders.
- Strong communication skills with an ability to positively challenge, influence and coach managers whilst providing a supporting service outcome.
- Self-motivated with a ‘can do’ attitude and determination to ‘get under the skin of problems’ and identify pragmatic solutions.
- Ability to work in a fast paced and varied environment, with experience in adapting to change based on business requirements.
- Able to apply high levels of common sense and logic to often delicate and complicated situations and therefore possess excellent listening and communication skills.
- Sound knowledge of employment law
- Excellent communication skills are essential.
- The ability to construct detailed reports, case letters and present MI data.
- Ability to approach issues with a proactive, forward-thinking approach, applying innovation that can be reflected to our customer and stakeholders.
- Able to streamline and improve operational processes.
- Highly enthusiastic with excellent communication skills.
- Flexibility in approach.
- CIPD Level 5 or higher or working towards it.
Desirable Competences:
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Associate Member of CIPD.
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Payroll experience.
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Charitable Experience
Forces Employment Charity is an equal opportunities employer, and values having a diverse workforce. We actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
To apply, please submit and Cover Letter and CV by Midnight Friday 17th May 2024.
We are working with the South West London Integrated Care Board (our local health authority including) local GPs to deliver an exciting new service within East Merton (Pollards Hill and Phipps Bridge Estates).
The Community Health and Wellbeing Worker will speak to households about health and wellbeing, alongside offering support to connect people to services and activities in their local community.
We are looking for the right people who can empower residents to take control of their lives. This will involve working with residents in their homes who may be experiencing a number of issues, so you will need outstanding listening and communication skills, empathy, problem solving and enthusiasm. You will need excellent organisational skills, be adept at seeking out information for relevant community services and have the tenacity to help people achieve sustainable improvements in their wellbeing.
Main duties include:
· Managing a caseload of households.
· Providing monthly home visits and providing a continuous point of contact for all members of the household.
· Working with the residents to assess their needs, create personalised action plans and locate support within the community.
· Supporting residents to prioritise and address practical, health, social and emotional issues in their lives which affect their wellbeing.
The experience and characteristics:
No formal qualifications are required we are looking for a local people who are:
· Great communicator, who can engage and support a diverse range of residents
· Community focused, an individual who is community focused and wants to work with a rage of colleagues and professionals within the local community organisations including medical professionals, housing providers and other specialist services that provide support to help find the way for your clients.
· Build and maintain relationships with primary care networks, GPs, health care professionals and services across the borough
· Someone who is flexible and relishes working at grassroots, with vibrant and interesting communities.
What we offer
· Salary of £28,500
· An experienced and supportive leadership team.
· 25 days leave (excluding bank holidays)
· Contribution to pension
· Training and development opportunities.
· Flexible working.
· Kind and caring colleagues who work as a team.
TLC: Talk, Listen, Change is a dynamic, leading relationships charity based in Greater Manchester.
We are looking for a Domestic Abuse Support Worker to join an exciting partnership project in Stockport.
You will support victims of domestic abuse within the Stockport Borough offering a person centred and trauma informed package of support and advocacy.
The role
In this role you will complete risk and needs assessments with victims of domestic abuse who live in the borough of Stockport. You will liaise with referring agencies, actively contribute to risk management procedures and team working. You will carry out a large and varied range of practical support which may include safety planning, advocacy, risk assessment and risk management. We also offer emotional support to those people we work with, encouraging and supporting them to rebuild lost confidence and self-esteem. We are a consent driven service and therefore the needs of the person we are supporting is at the core of all the work that you will do.
As part of the Stockport Domestic Abuse Support team, you will also be supporting the partners of those who are undertaking behaviour change work on the Striving to Change Programme.
You will attend regular risk management meetings to ensure that both parties are fully supported and that the risk is appropriately managed.
About you
You will understand the impact that domestic abuse has on individuals, families, and wider society. You will be motivated to support people who have been impacted by domestic abuse and using person centred and trauma informed practice you will work to improve the experiences of all those impacted by domestic abuse.
We are a small team and so you will be a team player and be flexible in your approach to meeting the goals of the team.
We want you to feel empowered to bring your authentic self to this role, so we encourage flexible working around core hours. We offer an annual continuous Professional Development allowance, generous annual leave entitlement and Birthday leave.
About us
Our relationship with our employees is crucially important to us.
We want to make working at TLC an enjoyable and rewarding experience.
It takes a dedicated, passionate, and flexible team to deliver the range of services we provide. We’re lucky to have over 150 people on our teams and 12 Trustees who believe in what we do. We are looking for enthusiastic, experienced, engaged and highly motivated people to join our team.
We aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths. We seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest pool, reflecting the diverse range of people we support.
We want to make our recruitment processes accessible to everyone, so if there is any way that we can support you to be the best you can be, please contact us.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
This is a hybrid role, working from Trafford House, Chester Road, Streford M32 0RS, from home and from venues within Stockport.
We are keen to receive applications from applicants of all gender identities, abilities, and ethnic backgrounds as we are keen to ensure that our workforce is representative of the communities we serve.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
You’ll have an active role providing LGBTQ+ affirmative support for LGBTQ+ children and young people.
This is an exciting job opportunity to join a dynamic and committed team in a front-line role to support and deliver the activities and services of elop’s LGBTQ+ Children & Young People’s Service.
In this role you will have opportunity to design and deliver innovative youth support programmes, groups & other activities; provide LGBTQ+ affirmative support, guidance and mentoring on a one- to- one basis; work with our wider family work programme, support families with LGBTQ+ children and deliver work in schools to students & teaching staff.
You will have lead responsibility for our LGBTQ+ Young Peoples Service, including promotion, & administration, along with the induction, support & supervision of sessional staff & volunteers.
Initially you will be working remotely via home-based working whilst elop relocates its offices & centre transitioning back to fulltime in-person working & service provision during 2024. Some services are in person in East London.
Full Time: 37 hours per week
You must be available to work Tuesday evenings & once a month on a Sunday afternoon. There will be other evenings and occasional other weekend working required.
Interviews will take place Monday 10 June between 9.15am – 3.00 pm
ELOP is a holistic lesbian and gay centre that offers a range of social, emotional and support services to LGBT communities, and our core services
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for someone to initiate and lead a Christian Youth & Community Work programme, connected with a New Worshipping Community, in collaboration with local parishes with a focus on schools engagement, schools ministry and wider community/family networks.
To oversee the Youth & Community Work connected to the Youth Hub, enabling young people to begin journeys of faith.
Youth Hubs will have a focus on:
- Reaching young people with the Gospel
- Developing new young active disciples
- Forming of New Worshipping Communities
- Growing Young Leaders
- Developing new volunteer leaders and teams
We are looking to fill 2 posts, one in Leominster and one in Bishops Castle
Our vision, which is “to proclaim Christ and grow disciples”, underpinned by our three behaviour values: Prayerful, Christlike and Engaged.
We are looking for someone to initiate and lead a youth-focussed new Worshipping Community in collaboration with local parishes and Missional Youth Church Network, within a vision of wider schools engagement, schools ministry and community work.
You will oversee the Youth Hub and enable youth ministry to grow in the surrounding areas, working in partnership with local churches.
Youth Hubs will have a focus on:
- Reaching young people with the Gospel
- Developing new young active disciples
- Forming of New Worshipping Communities
- Growing Young Leaders
- Developing new volunteer leaders and teams
We are looking to fill 2 posts, one in Leominster and one in Bishops Castle
Our vision, which is “to proclaim Christ and grow disciples”, underpinned by our three behaviour values: Prayerful, Christlike and Engaged.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are currently in an exciting period of growth as we upscale our delivery to enable more people to enjoy the benefits of cycling.
The Finance Officer is responsible for working within the core Wheels for All team to provide finance team support to the wider programme delivery and national staff team. By working with colleagues to maintain financial systems, accurate record keeping and undertake financial administration they will provide the support required to implement and improve the processes needed to maintain the accurate financial management systems which are crucial to supporting the charity’s mission. This role would suit someone with at least 2 years’ experience in a charity finance role, who has experience or knowledge of all the core accounts department processes and some understanding of different charity income streams. You might be studying for an accounting qualification (e.g. AAT or ACCA) or be qualified by experience. A training package may be available for an applicable accounting qualification.
Salary £25,000- £28,000 FTE, dependent on experience
Hours Full-time, 35 hours per week (1 FTE, will consider PT for the right candidate)
Contract Permanent
Location Warrington Head Office
Annual leave entitlement of 25 days
Application Process
Please apply by sending your CV and a covering letter explaining how you meet the requirements of the role , including ‘Finance Officer’ in the title. Alternative formats are also welcomed e.g. video or audio.
You don’t need to be a cyclist to apply for this role, but you do need to share our passion to deliver our services and enjoy making a difference to people’s lives.
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 15th May 2024 (midnight). If you have any questions or would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please email call 01 9 2 5 5 7 5 6 2 8 or visit our website
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hampton Trust is a leading domestic abuse charity with a focus on tackling the root cause of domestic abuse and criminal behaviour. We pride ourselves on being innovators in our field, highlighting gaps in service and testing new approaches. In recent years we have expanded our reach from being a locally based Hampshire charity to now delivering interventions nationwide.
Job Title: Foundation/Domestic Abuse Prevention Practitioner
Responsible to: Foundation Manager
Working Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £27,000 – £32,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Located: Newport, Isle of Wight
About the role:
The Foundation/Domestic Abuse Prevention Practitioner (FDAP) will play a key role in working directly with individuals using harmful/abusive behaviour within their intimate relationships. The role will include suitability and risk assessments, delivery of interventions, facilitation of group programmes, risk identification, information sharing and preparation of reports for courts and other agencies.
The FDAP Practitioner will be co-located into Priority Crime Teams situated in Newport Police Station to assist with the identification, screening, and engagement of individuals using harmful behaviour in their relationships, working closely with police to provide a timely and streamlined process for earlier identification, referral, and engagement/disruption of high harm perpetrators of domestic abuse.
For this role is it essential you have excellent understanding of domestic abuse, including the impact on victims and their children. Experience of working with individuals experiencing domestic abuse/ and or causing harm. Experience of group work delivery is desirable; however, we will consider applications from candidates who demonstrate an aptitude for the role.
You will need to be able to build and maintain effective working relationships with statutory and voluntary agencies to deliver the best possible outcomes within a multi-agency setting. As well as being tenacious in support of your clients and adept at problem solving.
IT literacy is a must and candidates must evidence both the ability to use bespoke packages and excellence in their recording practice.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
Rewards and Benefits of working for Hampton Trust
To ensure equality of treatment and opportunity for all employees, Hampton Trust have a competitive salary banding structure. New starters will start on the minimum point of the relevant pay band advertised, salary increases within the band and promotions are awarded based on annual performance reviews.
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Contribution pension scheme – NEST with 3% company contribution.
- Sick pay
- 25 days annual leave – increasing to 3 days after 3 years and an additional 2 days after 5 years
- 8 Days Bank Holiday
- Additional leave for your birthday
- Ongoing training and development
- Free flue jabs
- Access to free clinical supervision sessions
- Free DBS checks
We are an equal opportunities employer; and are proud to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths. We seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest talent pool, reflecting the diverse range of people we support.
Closing: Position will remain open until filled.
Interviews: To be scheduled
Next steps
For an application pack and further information on how to apply for this position please visit our website.
In your application please include:
A cover letter explaining your motivation for applying and outlining how you meet the criteria detailed within the person specification. *Please note applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered*
A full CV including education, professional qualifications and full employment history showing responsibilities and relevant achievements.
Hampton Trust is committed to improving and finding ways of creating a more diverse workforce and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
An exciting opportunity to join the Joint Property Team to support churches and ministry areas to increase their income through a range of large and small grants.
The Joint Property Team will be able to offer a complete property service to support our churches and will make a significant difference to an exceptional body of community church buildings and social action projects across South Wales.
Salary: £27,248
Hours: This is a full-time (37.5 hours per week), permanent position, with flexible hours including occasional weekend work. Part-time hours will be considered for the right candidate.
For more information please take a look at our job pack which gives further information about us and the role.
Closing Date: 9am Monday 13th May
Interview Date: Monday 20th May.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join Our Team as a Corporate Partnerships Manager at White Lodge
As Corporate Partnerships Manager for White Lodge, you will play a crucial role in nurturing and expanding our connections with corporate partners and donors. Our funding comes from various sources including donations, employee fundraising, volunteer efforts, in-kind contributions, and professional support. This is an exciting opportunity to join an enthusiastic team, shaping our future in a collaborative and inclusive environment.
Supporting over 1,200 individuals, based in Chertsey, we provide diverse services for all ages and abilities. From physiotherapy to holiday clubs, we ensure a safe and accessible environment. Operating costs of nearly £3 million annually are sustained by multiple income streams and voluntary donations. Join us during this exciting phase whilst we are developing a new strategy to enrich more lives.
Essential qualities:
- Proven success in a similar role, with a track record of securing income through multi-year partnerships.
- Strong relationship management skills, particularly within the corporate sector.
- Strategic thinking ability to identify and capitalize on new opportunities.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in IT, including Microsoft Office Suite, CRM software, and reporting.
- Possession of a driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.
Key Expectations:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive corporate fundraising strategy to nurture existing partnerships and expand our network.
- Independently cultivate and prospect new corporate partnerships through various channels, including networking and research.
- Craft compelling proposals aligning with donor interests and operational needs.
- Lead the process of tendering bids with corporate foundations and oversee corporate volunteering days.
- Generate donor-friendly reports to demonstrate the impact of our partners' contributions.
If you're passionate about building partnerships and making a difference, we want to hear from you! Submit your application today by sending your CV and application detailing your relevant experience and why you're the perfect fit for the role. At White Lodge, we're committed to inclusion and are a disability confident employer. If you have any questions or require any support during the application process, please get in touch.
- Hours: Full time (36 hours per week)
- Pay: £30,000-£35,000
- Benefits: 38 days holiday per year (pro rata for part time)
- Full Time (36 hours per week) - Job share applicants considered.
We provide services and support that enable those with a range of abilities, their families, and carers to lead fulfilling lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the organisation
nia has been delivering services to women, girls and children who have been subjected to sexual and domestic violence and abuse, including prostitution, since 1975. The organisation has three main aims: to provide services for women, girls and children who have experienced men’s violence; contributing to ending male violence against women and girls, and to inform and influence policy and public awareness.
About the post
The Emma Project, Daria House and Jan’s Place are specialist services providing refuge and support services to women who have been subjected to domestic and/or sexual violence and abuse, including women who have been sexually exploited, including through prostitution and who also use substances problematically.
You will work closely alongside the refuges Team Leader and Service Manager to implement and deliver a trauma informed approach to refuge services.
About you
We’re looking for a highly organised and self-motivated woman who is passionate about ending violence against women, girls and children. You’ll have a ‘can-do’ approach and demonstrable commitment to nia’s approach to Prioritising women, upholding and promoting feminist, trauma-informed and anti-racist practice.
CV’s will not be accepted.
Closing date: 10am, 15th May 2024
Interview date: 31st May 2024
The post is subject to an enhanced vetting and barring check and open to women only. Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR), Schedule 9 (Work; Exceptions), Part 1 (Occupational Requirements), of the Equality Act (2010) applies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join a team with a bold mission – at Swindon & Gloucestershire Mind, we are dedicated to reshaping the landscape of mental health and emotional wellbeing in our community. The Rough Sleeper Practitioner will be the forefront of a critical support system for people experiencing homelessness. You will be working with people with mental health needs, offering wellbeing support to rough sleepers identified in the borough.
What You'll Do:
- Collaboration and Efficiency: Work hand-in-hand with existing Mental Health Provision. well as other local agencies/organisations to effectively support young people transitioning from services.
- Innovation and Empowerment: Channel your passion into providing evidence-based interventions, elevating the mental health and emotional well-being of the people we serve, while opening doors to life's possibilities.
Why Join Us:
• Impact Matters: Join a team where your work directly transforms lives and contributes to a healthier community.
• Personal Growth: We offer professional development opportunities that will enrich your career and help shape the future of mental health services in Swindon.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside like-minded individuals who share your passion for making a meaningful impact.
Together, we can build a brighter, healthier future for Swindon. Your contribution can make all the difference.
We provide advice and support to empower anyone in our local communities experiencing a mental health problem.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking for a Programme Officer in the Leaders in Innovation Fellowships (LIF) team.
The role
As Programme Officer, you will provide operational and administrative support across the entire portfolio of LIF activities, focusing on the LIF Global programme and the LIF Community. This role will involve some international travel.
Precisely, you will support the programme by organising training and mentoring, local and international events for a global network of engineering and technology entrepreneurs; and building and maintaining a sustainable international network of LIF alumni.
LIF empowers entrepreneurs who are making a positive impact in their communities with novel technologies. LIF Global is the flagship, entry-point programme that supports innovators with a technology prototype to create an entrepreneurial mindset, and the LIF Community ensures a sustained mutually beneficial relationship with the Academy beyond the initial programme period.
Who are we looking for?
A highly organised individual with excellent problem solving skills and the ability to work across multiple projects, managing delivery according to priority and deadline. You are an effective communicator, both orally and in writing, and have the ability to adapt to a wide array of cultural contexts.
You understand the contribution of engineering and technology entrepreneurship and innovation to international development; and have·some knowledge/demonstrable interest in good practice in supporting entrepreneur development, including training, coaching and mentoring. You also have knowledge/demonstrable interest of good practice in managing suppliers of training and communications services.
Who are we?
Engineering matters. It shapes our everyday lives, from our ability to turn the lights on, have a hot shower and commute into work, to the mobile phones we rely on to keep connected. It also plays a vital role in addressing some of the biggest challenges facing society today, from climate change, to global health pandemics and cyber threats.
The Royal Academy of Engineering is a charity that harnesses the power of engineering to build a sustainable society and an inclusive economy that works for everyone. In collaboration with our Fellows and partners, we’re growing talent and developing skills for the future, driving innovation, and building global partnerships, and influencing policy and engaging the public. Together we’re working to tackle the greatest challenges of our age.
With a diverse workforce and an inclusive and supportive culture, we look to attract candidates from wide and different backgrounds who have a passion for the role engineering plays in society. Our aim is to make the Academy the best place to work for the staff we have and those we seek to attract.
Why work for the Royal Academy of Engineering?
We’re looking for people who are driven to make the world a better place. If you’re passionate about what you do and want to work collaboratively with talented colleagues to make change happen now and for future generations, we want you to get in touch.
This is the perfect time to join us. We have a dynamic, visionary CEO, a strong leadership team and an ambitious and exciting strategy. The value we bring as experts in our field and change agents is highly recognised and makes the Academy a motivating place to be. Our work today builds on a long, proud history with a focused and ambitious future which we’d love you to be part of.
We are looking for talented people who want to make a difference, to join our team – is this you?
Company Benefits
The Academy offers a fantastic package of additional benefits including:
- BUPA cash plan
- Private medical insurance
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme
- Independent Financial Advice
- Non-contributory pension scheme with 10% employer contribution
- Life Assurance, 4x annual salary
- Health and wellbeing programmes
- Generous holiday allowance
- Wellbeing days and office wide Christmas leave
- Significant investment into your personal and professional development
- Regular social activities
- Subsidised restaurant
Location
Our light, spacious head office is based in a fantastic location in central London with views over St James’s Park and close to the West End. We operate hybrid, flexible working practices with a baseline for office-based working of a mandatory weekly team day plus further days each week as required for the role and the Academy.
How to apply/Interview process
To find out more and to apply, please visit our website. As part of your application, you will be asked to upload a CV and a supporting statement explaining your interest in this role and how you fit the experience, knowledge, and skills profile.
Closing date: 13 May 2024.
Interview date: 23 May 2024.
The Academy is committed to making reasonable adjustments to remove barriers that hinder applicants from applying or staff from working effectively and comfortably.