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At Sarcoma UK, our vision is for everyone affected by sarcoma cancer to have the treatment, care and support they need. The Policy and Public Affairs Officer plays an important role in achieving that vision, working to ensure that everyone affected by sarcoma has access to an early, accurate diagnosis and the best treatment and care.
This is an ideal role for someone with some initial experience in policy, public affairs or lobbying and who brings passion and a proactive approach to achieving real impact for people affected by sarcoma. The role will require an understanding of the health policy environment and the ability to communicate and influence effectively.
Reporting to the Policy and Public Affairs Manager, the post holder will join a growing and ambitious team at Sarcoma UK. You will work closely with colleagues from across the organisation as well as externally with patients, healthcare professionals and commissioners and the wider charity sector.
Benefits:
- Flexible working options including hybrid working
- Pension with 5% employer contribution
- 25 days holiday entitlement per annum plus bank holidays and the working days between Christmas and New Year
- Additional day off for your birthday
- Volunteering day per year
- Enhanced sick, maternity and adoption pay
- Sarcoma UK Life Insurance Scheme
- Health and wellbeing:
- Health Cash Plan
- Therapy sessions
- Wellbeing Group
- Team activites throughout the year
- Interest-free season ticket and bicycle loan
Our Values
- Pioneering we are leading the way to a better future for the sarcoma community.
- Together we are creating a community to make a difference for all those affected by sarcoma.
- Expert we use our expertise in understanding sarcoma to deliver better outcomes.
Duties and key responsibilities
Policy
- Work with the Policy and Public Affairs Manager to support and deliver Sarcoma UK’s policy development.
- Support the development of evidence-based policy positions that are representative of the external healthcare environment, working alongside colleagues, clinical and healthcare professionals.
- Produce a range of high-quality, evidence-based documents including briefings, reports, and consultation responses.
- Support the Policy and Public Affairs Manager to respond to government and other sarcoma-focused or cancer consultations.
- Provide the Secretariat to Sarcoma UK’s Early Diagnosis Expert Steering Group and support their work to raise the profile of issues preventing early and accurate diagnosis of sarcoma.
- Work with other teams in the organisation to articulate and deliver communications for supporter audiences around policy work.
Public Affairs
- Develop relationships with key influencers, including parliamentarians, civil servants, the NHS and other stakeholders.
- Work with the Policy and Public Affairs Manager and Communications Team to shape campaigns which are evidence based and solution-focused.
- Organise events, meetings and briefings to ensure our policy messages are communicated to external stakeholders and influencers.
- Ensure our supporters are regularly updated about our public affairs and campaigning activity using communication channels and involve them where appropriate.
- To support the Communications Team to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of sarcoma, and to publicise the work of the charity.
External relationships
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with sarcoma clinicians and people personally affected by sarcoma, including members of Sarcoma UK’s Early Diagnosis Expert Steering Group.
- Represent Sarcoma UK at external Policy and Public Affairs events.
General
- Support the integration of the Policy and Public Affairs programme across the charity as a whole.
- Attend Sarcoma UK events and take part in Sarcoma UK’s wider work.
- The role will require occasional travel to meeting and events. Occasional weekend or evening work may also be required and time off in lieu will be given.
- The post holder will be working in a developing environment, and they will therefore be required to undertake other appropriate duties as necessary for the efficient operation of Sarcoma UK.
Sarcoma UK is a national charity that funds vital research and offers information and support to anyone affected by sarcoma.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The position
To support the Financial Controller in running efficient and effective financial processing, financial controls, financial reporting and monitoring on all AKF (UK) income. To maintain a close working relationship with other AKF (UK) employees and provide cover for the Finance Officer (Expenditure).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND CORE TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Financial processing
- Process donations received directly into AKF (UK)’s bank accounts into Raiser’s Edge and Microsoft Dynamics promptly and accurately.
- Process donations received through the AKF (UK) website into Raiser’s Edge and Microsoft Dynamics promptly and accurately, including ad hoc and standing order donations.
- Process donations received from online fundraising websites into Raiser’s Edge and Microsoft Dynamics promptly and accurately.
- Process monthly donations from Jamatkhanas into Raiser’s Edge and Microsoft Dynamics promptly and accurately.
- Process all non-donation related income received into Microsoft Dynamics promptly and accurately.
- Manage receipts of legacy income, ensuring full documentation and prompt transfer to AKF Geneva.
- Ensure all cheques and cash received are banked promptly.
- Ensure funds received for other AKDN agencies are transferred on a quarterly basis.
- Post all supplier invoices and supplier payments relating to Victoria Hall into Microsoft Dynamics.
- Prepare periodic statements relating to fundraising campaigns and share these with relevant individual donors.
- To provide cover for the following tasks owned by the Finance Officer (Expenditure).
- Ensure supplier invoices are authorised by the relevant budget holder and entered into Microsoft Dynamics promptly and accurately.
- Prepare payments on online banking system and ensure payment paperwork is sent to the bank signatories in good time.
- Process all bank payments, interest payments, deposit movements and bank charges into Microsoft Dynamics.
Financial administration
- Manage the donations inbox and liaise with donors and prospective donors to provide information and respond to queries.
- Ensure Raiser’s Edge is up to date with key donor information and standing data.
- Prepare and send letters to donors to acknowledge donations received, on a timely basis.
- Inform the AKF (UK) National Committee Chairman of all donations greater than £10k.
- Ensure AKF (UK) Gift Aid declaration forms are up to date and in line with current legislation.
- Prepare and submit the online Gift Aid claims on a quarterly basis.
- Provide assistance with the annual audit and the preparation of the statutory accounts.
- Financial controls
- Complete the reconciliation of Raiser’s Edge to Microsoft Dynamics and to the bank on a monthly basis.
- Complete bank reconciliations on a monthly basis.
- Complete the reconciliation of all funds received for other AKDN agencies on a monthly basis.
- Complete other balance sheet reconciliations as required by the Financial Controller.
Income reporting
- Produce monthly reports for AKF Geneva on Golden Jubilee and Diamond Jubilee donations.
- Produce monthly reports for other AKDN agencies on donations designated to them by AKF (UK).
- Produce other ad-hoc reports on income as requested by the Financial Controller.
Qualifications
- CCAB qualified accountant (desirable).
Experience
- Minimum of three years hands-on experience in financial accounting.
- Advanced experience using Excel and integrated multi-ledger accounting systems.
- Experience working in a multi-currency environment (desirable).
- Experience of charity accounting and knowledge of such requirements.
- Experience working as part of a small hands-on team.
- Experience of filing Gift Aid claims.
Skills
- Good interpersonal, customer care and liaison skills with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Strong numerate skills with acute attention to detail.
- Fluent in oral and written English.
- Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
- Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities and delivering to tight deadlines.
- A commitment to high professional and personal standards and continuous improvement.
- Ability to work in a multi-institution network within a multicultural environment.
Knowledge
- Understanding of and appreciation for ADKN’s goals, values and ethics.
- Knowledge of charity accounting, charity fundraising regulation and company legislation.
About the Agency
The Aga Khan Foundation is a leading global development organisation working to tackle the root causes of poverty. For more than 50 years, we have helped create strong community institutions that support sustainable, locally driven initiatives to improve the lives of millions of people. By combining local knowledge with global best practices, we strive to bring about transformative and long-lasting improvements to quality of life.
Working alongside the agencies of the Aga Khan Development Network and through partnerships with local communities, civil society and business as well as governments and international aid agencies, we are building a future where we all thrive together.
Right to Work
- Must have right to work in the United Kingdom.
Must include CV and a supporting statement that outlines why they want the role, why they want to work for AKF(UK) and how their experiences and skills to date will make them the most suitable applicant for the role.
Closing date: 18th June 2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Disability Business Partner – (Account Manager)
Business Disability Forum is the leading business membership organisation in disability inclusion. We are trusted partners, working with business, Government and disabled people to improve the life experiences of disabled employees and consumers, by removing barriers to inclusion.
- We work with over 570 members employing around 20% of the UK workforce and an estimated 8 million people worldwide.
- We advise, support and encourage businesses (many of them global) to become more disability-smart.
- We influence policymakers by representing the voice of employers, disabled employees and consumers.
- We provide evidence-based thought leadership on how business affects the lives of disabled people.
- We help effect changes in business practices, products, services and policies that positively impact the life experiences of disabled people, and also benefit business.
The role
To engage with and develop productive working relationships with the BDF membership helping to further their disability agenda over time using our knowledge, member services and paid for products where appropriate. Disability Business Partners have direct responsibility for their assigned Members and are expected to ensure each of their Members uses the members services available most appropriate to them and takes opportunities to introduce our paid for services where it is beneficial to the Member.
As an organisation BDF are a hybrid working organisation, though fully remote working would be an option.
The requirement
- Track record of successfully providing paid for solutions meeting agreed financial targets.
- Experience of providing support and advice to experienced professionals.
- Experience of working in or with business (private sector).
- Able to maintain accurate data collection records and recognise the importance of such.
- Able to priorities a full contact list and workload.
- Knowledge of sales processes including active listening.
For the full job description and person specification of this role and instructions on how to apply please visit our website below via the button below:
How to apply
Applications should be by CV and a supporting statement, of up to 400 words, detailing why you think you would be suitable for the role. If you require any adjustments to the application process, please contact Barnaby Powell as set out below. Applications should be addressed to Barnaby Powell, HR & Office Manager, Business Disability Forum, Nutmeg House, 60 Gainsford Street, London SE1 2NY. If you are submitting your application by email please do so to barnabyp @ businessdisabilityforum .org .uk
- Closing date for applications: 30 June 2024.
- First interviews are planned for the 4 & 5 July 2024.
- Second interviews are planned for the 9 & 10 July 2024.
Business Disability Forum is committed to ensuring that all its information, products and services are as accessible as possible to everyone.
If you wish to discuss anything in regards to accessibility or if you require alternative formats please contact Barnaby Powell by email at bthe address above or by telephone on 020-7403-3020.
For further information on Business Disability Forum please refer to our website via the button below.
Equal opportunities
We are committed to becoming disability-smart and an employer of choice irrespective of race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, or pregnancy and maternity. The ethical and business case of ensuring that our workforce is representative of wider society is at the heart of what we do. When we are recruiting, disabled candidates who meet all of the essential criteria will be offered an interview.
ABOUT US
At Turning Tides, we are dedicated to addressing the issue of homelessness in our community. Our mission is to challenge stigma, generate income, promote diversity, and amplify the voices of those experiencing homelessness. We believe in fostering compassion, garnering public support, and driving social change.
ROLE OVERVIEW
As the Communications Manager, you will play a pivotal role in supporting every aspect of our charity’s work. Working closely with the Senior Management Team, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging communications across various channels. From crafting compelling narratives to managing digital marketing campaigns, your efforts will raise awareness, drive income generation, and amplify the voices of those we serve.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement strategic communication plans to promote our diverse range of initiatives.
- Create compelling content that reflects the diversity of our work and inspires compassion and support from the public.
- Utilise digital marketing tools and platforms to reach a wider audience and drive engagement.
- Manage our WordPress website and ensure its content remains relevant and up-to-date.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment and consistency in messaging.
- Utilise your project management skills to meet tight deadlines and deliver successful campaigns.
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Good working knowledge of digital marketing via social media platforms and ecomms.
- Familiarity with the housing association and/or homelessness sector.
- Proven experience in marketing and communications within the Charity Sector.
- Track record of delivering creative ideas and successful marketing campaigns.
- Proficiency in IT tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, publishing software, and databases.
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage projects effectively and meet deadlines.
STAFF BENEFITS AT TURNING TIDES
SUPPORTING YOUR WELLBEING AND GROWTH
- Flexible Working: Prioritising work-life balance, we offer flexible working arrangements tailored to your needs.
- Health Cash Plan: Access a comprehensive health cash plan for contracted employees, supporting your healthcare expenses.
- Community Impact: Join a community-led organisation with a meaningful mission, contributing to positive change.
- Stakeholder Pension Scheme: Participate in our stakeholder pension scheme for a secure financial future.
- Healthcare and Life Assurance: Benefit from healthcare cash plan and life assurance for peace of mind.
- 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access round-the-clock wellbeing support for valuable advice and resources.
- Local Discounts: Enjoy local discounts, including gym memberships, for physical and mental well-being.
- Generous Annual Leave: Receive up to 25 days of annual leave, with potential increases based on service, for personal recharge and interests.
WHY JOIN US?
By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of those experiencing homelessness. You will work in a supportive environment where your creativity and ideas are valued, and where you will have the chance to grow both personally and professionally.
If you are ready to use your skills to drive positive change, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join us as our Communications Manager and be a part of our mission to create a brighter future for our community.
To apply, please ensure you complete an online application form, including your responses to the questions and upload a copy of your CV and complete an Equal Opportunities Questionnaire.
Successful applicants, dependent on role, will require an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Sapphire is a specialist housing association providing quality housing, support and related services to single people and families in housing need across three London boroughs and Hertsmere.
We are investing heavily in our stock and are committed to delivering high levels of customer care to a diverse client group. This is an opportunity to make a difference and help shape our future success.
SUPPORTED HOUSING OFFICER, London WC1X
£30,645 per annum (increasing to £33,310 after 12 months)
Putting your key working and communication skills to good use, you will provide effective support to residents through individual support plans with the aim of promoting independent living. A thorough knowledge of welfare benefits including housing benefit and a proactive approach to rent arrears are essential. A seven day rota system applies.
As an Investors in People Gold employer this is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive business that encourages employee development and growth from within.
We offer a generous benefits package including interest free season ticket and bike loan scheme, private health and life insurance and a degree of flexible working.
If you would like to be considered for this post, an application form can be downloaded from our website.
Appointment is subject to Sapphire receiving an enhanced DBS Check which we consider acceptable.
Closing date for return of completed application: Friday 14th June 2024
Interview: Week commencing 17th June 2024
Sapphire is a charitable registered housing provider. We welcome all applications and value diversity in our workforce.
Would you like to use your skills and knowledge to help Tearfund achieve the biggest impact for those living in poverty?
As part of our Impact & Effectiveness Team you will help Tearfund to improve how we communicate evidence of impact to donor audiences such as individual donors, UK churches, trusts & foundations and institutional donors.
We are looking to recruit someone who enjoys working with evidence and data to produce engaging content. You will need strong communication and analytical skills combined with high attention to detail and the ability to produce engaging content.
Do you have experience of:
- Undertaking evaluations, impact assessments and/or research
- Summarising data and evidence from diverse sources for non-expert audiences
- Writing in a creative and engaging style
Do you have knowledge and understanding of:
- Donor audiences such as UK churches, trusts & foundations and institutional donors
- Analysing and appraising datasets and other types of evidence
If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you! You could be Tearfund's new Evidence Communication Officer!
All applicants must be committed to Tearfund's Christian beliefs.
The recruitment process will include specific checks related to safeguarding issues. In addition, personal identification information will be submitted against a Watchlist database to check against criminal convictions as a counter-terror measure.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About the Role
Our young carers team are commissioned by statutory services to provide one-to-one support and opportunities for time out and fun to young carers across Surrey.
We are looking for an adaptable and confident leader to line manage a team of five remote-working staff, who are passionate about supporting children and young people and helping them reach the best possible outcomes.
You will either be an experienced line manager, looking for a role that can offer you flexibility, a great work-life balance and the opportunity to manage a team who really care about the work that they do. Or you will have supervisory experience and be looking for your next role. Either way, you must have comprehensive experience working with children and young people in health, social care, education or the voluntary sector.
Key Responsibilities
- To motivate, encourage and lead a team of front-line staff.
- To advise and the support the team on managing their caseload and workplan and on safeguarding matters.
- To network and represent SYC in professional meetings, with stakeholders and doners.
- Deliver awareness raising sessions to professionals in health, social care and education on young carers.
- Carry out line management responsibilities, including inductions, supervisions, appraisals, managing leave requests, probation, and conduct and capability matters.
- To help with the growth of our volunteer programme, which could include developing volunteer opportunities, training, support and supervision of volunteers.
- To help the organisation work to achieving quarterly KPIS, as set by our commissioners.
- As part of the management team, contribute and participate in projects and strategic objectives that further the whole organisation.
- To provide data, case studies and inform policies and procedures that support the aims of the charity.
About You
- You will be a confident leader and have the management skills to effectively lead and motivate a team
- You will have a proven professional experience of working with children, young people and families
- You will have a systematic approach to your work, particularly with monitoring, recording and managing outcomes for young carers, and be able to coach your team in order to achieve the same.
- You will have experience of recording service user information on databases and have confidence in using a range software packages.
- You will have a clear and confident communication style, and be able to engage effectively and inspire professionals, young carers and your own team.
- You will have had a proven work history in managing safeguarding concerns and have a good understanding of data protection legislation.
Events and activities for Young Carers are held during evenings, weekends and the school holiday period. You must be available to attend these events from time-to-time for monitoring and coaching purposes and to provide cover, for example in the event of sickness.
This role involves hybrid working, based at home and working at our offices in Burpham, Guildford.
We are committed safeguarding and protecting all children, young people and vulnerable adults. As part of this commitment we implement robust recruitment practices, including reference and enhanced DBS checks.
About Us
Action for Carers Surrey has a vision ‘that every unpaid carer in Surrey is heard, valued and supported.’ We are a committed, local charity determined to make a difference to young and adult carers across Surrey.
Our values are Focus, Inclusion, Respect and Excellence. By keeping to our values, we are able to provide an innovative, high quality and compassionate service to carers in every community in Surrey, making a real difference to their wellbeing.
We offer our staff a friendly, supportive, flexible workplace and are committed to welcoming applicants from a wide range of backgrounds as well as supporting staff who have their own caring responsibilities. To this end, we offer staff a weeks paid carers leave. We also provide a generous holiday entitlement, starting at 28 days plus bank holidays, an employee assistance programme, pension and opportunities for development and training.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We have an exciting opportunity for a Benefits Advisor to join an experienced team at our Newcastle centre to provide comprehensive advice and help people access available benefits and other sources of financial help.
The role is permanent and full time but we may consider part time applications for the right candidates. You will be based at the iconic Maggie's Newcastle centre, a beautiful and unique low energy building also incorporating multiple gardens.
You will have a strong understanding of relevant legislation and its application, you will have good analytical skills, the ability to understand and summarise complex issues and to develop working relationships for the benefit of income maximisation.
Your responsibilities:
- Advise and help people get access to available benefits and other sources of financial help and assist in completing benefits claims and maximising an individual’s income.
- Provide comprehensive advice on benefits using a variety of different mechanisms.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant external agencies, signposting where appropriate, and developing beneficial working relationships.
- Follow up claims for disability benefits and any further benefits triggered by an award.
The role can be emotionally intense at times and you should be emotionally sensitive and resilient to manage these demands.
Essential skills and experience:
- Degree educated in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
- At least 2 year’s experience in providing welfare benefits and money advice.
- The ability to think about and understand health related concerns within the wider context of an individual‘s life experience, family and social context.
Benefits we offer
In addition to a highly rewarding career, we offer a range of staff benefits including:
- a unique, experiential induction based in one of our centres
- a structured, year-round performance review process focused on developing you in your current role and exploring opportunities for the future
- a competitive holiday entitlement
- workplace pension with the option to apply to continue NHS pension
- the option to apply for a Bike Loan, Travel Card Loan, Ride to Work scheme and much more.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Royal Opera House continues to lead the way in opera, ballet, music and dance both live on stage and through multiple digital platforms, from live streaming to worldwide cinema screenings. As a charity we could not plan for our next programme of artistic work, or our community and outreach projects, without the support of our philanthropists and members. As an organisation we are committed to ensuring that all philanthropists and members enjoy a rewarding relationship with the Royal Opera House.
The Development and Advocacy Department are looking for a Philanthropy Coordinator to join the team. This is a growth role which is testament to the dynamism in our philanthropic endeavours and the continued need to supplement our income through the relationships with our supporters. This is a pivotal role within the team, and you will be able to learn about the full range of activities undertaken by the Philanthropy Managers. You will have a varied workload including correspondence, meticulous diary management, planning for and issuing invitations to events, following up on arrangements and assisting at fundraising events. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled administrator who is looking to grow and develop their career in a sector leading Philanthropy Team.
This role will suit a candidate who is a strong team player, happy to pitch in and support with a variety of tasks as required. You will be able to work both independently and as part of the wider team, showing initiative but also taking direction. You will be a confident communicator who can deal with people at all levels.
Please note, this role may be known in other organisations as: Fundraising, Development, Supporter Administrator/Coordinator.
A full job description and ROH information pack is attached below.
Closing date for applications: 8am, Thursday 27th June 2024
First stage online interviews will be held w/c 1st July 2024
Applicants must have work authorisation for the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us
We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here.
The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.
About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a lively, dynamic and driven fundraising events team. Over the last decade, Breast Cancer Now has built up a strong events function community fundraising and events currently accounting for nearly a quarter of the charity’s overall voluntary income.
We’re now looking for an events officer to play a key role within the team. You’ll lead on the delivery of a range of events including runs, triathlons, cycles, treks and overseas challenges, with a focus on growing income and engagement. Your role will also help to drive us forward as the go-to charity for challenge events by providing an excellent supporter experience.
About you
We’re looking for someone with a real drive and a passion for charity events fundraising. You’ll be delivering your own portfolio of events including recruitment of participants, development of supporter journeys and stewardship communications to meet net income and supporter retention targets.
We’re a dedicated team with our supporters at the heart of what we do. If you have experience and interest in delivering events and building relationships with supporters, then this could be the role for you.
Job description and benefits
The job description and our attractive benefits package are available for you to download.
Primary location of role and hybrid working
This role is primarily based in our London or Glasgow office. However, our hybrid working model allows full-time staff members to work up to 3 days per week at home.
When applying
We hope you choose to apply for this role. In support of your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement. When applying please ensure you refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as possible with examples to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria. If you’ve any questions regarding this role please contact The Breast Cancer Now Recruitment Team in the first instance.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.
Closing date 9am on Friday 21 June 2024
Interview date Week commencing 1 July 2024
Poplar HARCA is committed to providing a high quality youth offer to young people. We are proud to have developed a youth offer which is able to engage a diverse range of young people including both sexes (46% female), different postcodes & multiple ethnic backgrounds which are representative of the local community (24% White British, 76% BAME).
The Poplar HARCA vision is to effectively deliver a world class youth offer to young people by:
- Raising expectations of what youth services look like through quality support, programming and delivery;
- Creating a welcoming and safe environment which is open at available and accessible times to all young people;
- Supporting young people in groups and as individuals on a journey through support and progression so that they can realise their full potential; and
- Managing, maintaining and reviewing young people’s individual learning plans with them
We are looking for a Youth Worker who will work with young people, alongside other staff, volunteers and partner organisations to ensure that young people are given the opportunity to aspire and work towards those aspirations.
Closing Date: Friday 21st June 2024 (5.00pm)
Due to the nature of this post, employment in this role is dependent on an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. In addition, you will also be checked against the Children’s Barred List.
Switchback is at an exciting point in our journey of recognising the power of data to make real systemic impact. Moving beyond just being transparent about our output, and further into telling better stories of how our organisation makes real lasting change! We have started to truly evidence our contribution to criminal justice reform and are looking to work alongside people as committed to making a difference as we are.
We are seeking someone with an interest in charity fundraising who would like to work in a small team that punches above its weight, helping Switchback to grow its impact even further. You’ll be highly organised and numerate and be comfortable writing and coordinating complex information. You will have strong attention to detail, drive, and enthusiasm to deliver targets as part of a very effective team.
You will enjoy writing compelling stories and bringing to life a rich set of data. The successful candidate will support Switchback to nurture long-term relationships with our funders, providing them with high quality updates so that they always feel closely connected to our work and can easily see the impact of their support. We are looking for someone to improve the fundraising team’s data literacy so that we can better demonstrate the impact of Switchback’s work.
Above all, you’ll be passionate about Switchback’s purpose and values, and keen to join an organisation that wants to help young men make real, lasting change through front-line work and big ambitions to transform the system.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a researcher to support our team with delivery of our research and policy programmes.
The post will suit someone looking for a junior research and policy role, who is passionate about social change, enthusiastic about Demos’ mission, able to work across multiple projects, and wants to work with and support the development of a collaborative and dynamic team. We are looking for people with an interest in research and policy and ideally some practical experience of research design and delivery. This experience can be either in an academic or professional setting - even if you haven’t worked in a think tank before, we would still be interested in hearing from you. A positive, can-do attitude and enthusiasm for learning about different topical policy areas is also essential. We encourage you to apply if this sounds like you.
Interviews will be conducted in the second week of June. If you submit your application after the role has been filled, we will let you know and keep your details on file for future opportunities.
The role will suit someone interested to:
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Carry out high-quality research (e.g. literature reviews, surveys, focus groups etc.) and develop policy ideas that can influence policy makers in Whitehall, Westminster and beyond.
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Collaborate with partners to amplify our research findings and advocate for policy change.
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Writing reports, briefings and articles that communicate policy ideas clearly and to a wide audience.
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Be part of a welcoming, creative community of thinkers – both at Demos and among the many other organisations we work closely with.
Responsibilities
You’ll be involved in the delivery of research and design of research materials, using qualitative and quantitative methods to undertake original research to inform evidence-based policy recommendations. You will be looking for opportunities to develop your project management skills.
You’ll write high-quality research reports, blogs, and other outputs for a range of audiences, and work with our External Affairs team to communicate our research findings clearly, compellingly and creatively.
You’ll help develop Demos’ networks with different stakeholder groups, including policymakers, industry, academic, media and civil society. You will be keen to identify fundraising opportunities and support writing proposals.
You’ll work within our core research and policy team, working on a range of projects related to our pillars:
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Citizen Economy - that helps people to participate in our economy and spreads prosperity throughout our communities
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Public Service Reform - that empower communities, encourage prevention and improve outcomes
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Collaborative Democracy - that enables participation by citizens and improves the policy making process
About you
The types of experience and skills we are looking for include the below. We welcome a range of applications which include parts of these attributes.
Desired experience
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Demonstrable professional experience in a research and/or public policy role and setting
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Conducting primary research, including research design (discussion guides, surveys etc.) and moderation
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Conducting secondary research, including literature reviews and evidence reviews
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Playing a critical role in project delivery and providing project management support
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Supporting fundraising efforts, including drafting grant applications and/or project proposals
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Building networks and collaborating with external partners
Skills
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Enthusiastic, with a can-do attitude and ability to juggle priorities in a dynamic workplace
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Keen to learn and take up opportunities for professional development
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Knowledge and understanding of research design, methods and ethics
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Ability to use, analyse and interpret data
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills: comfortable writing for a range of audiences, presenting complex information in easy-to-understand and engaging formats
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An interest in how policymaking works, and how change happens
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Demonstrable interest and passion for public policy making and social change, at the community, local, national or international level, and interest in the future of technology and the political questions it raises.
Demos is committed to equality and valuing diversity within our organisation. We recognise, celebrate and promote the positive contributions that are made by diverse groups: engaging with and promoting the voices of people whose voices may not otherwise be heard is core to our work and we believe that this should be reflected in our team. We strongly encourage applications from people from minority ethnic communities, people with disabilities, or others with lived experience of disadvantage. We have flexible working policies, and would be happy to discuss flexible working requirements with any candidates.
For more information about this role as well as the application process, please visit our website. Please note that interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis throughout August and job offers may be made before the closing date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as you can. If you submit your application after the roles have been filled, we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.
Posted on: 31st May 2024
Closed date: 18th June 2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The British Ceramics Biennial (BCB) is seeking to appoint a Development Manager to manage the formulation and implementation of BCB’s fundraising strategy to support the delivery of existing programmes as well as new initiatives.
The Development Manager will work with the close-knit BCB team to identify and take forward funding opportunities and analyse data to inform fundraising decision-making in support of BCB’s vision and mission.
The Development Manager will be joining the team of one of the UK’s leading ceramics organisations. This is an excellent opportunity for ambitious, dynamic and attentive individuals, seeking to use their skills and experience to support BCB in delivering its values of being bold, accountable, welcoming, significant, grounded, inclusive, connected and collaborative.
You will work closely with the Head of Business Services to pursue relevant funding streams, foster and build funder relationships, manage reporting requirements and ensure BCB is responsive to new opportunities. You will have a proven track record of successfully identifying and pursuing income-generation opportunities. Working on a local, national and international level, you will have a committed interest in contemporary visual arts and ceramics and experience in contributing to and supporting the implementation of strategic plans.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Would you like to be the right-hand person to our passionate, award-winning Chief Executive? Do you have the skills, experience, confidentiality and flair to be a step ahead to enable her to deliver her role effectively? Are you a keen multi-tasker, able to juggle that role with management of our gorgeous City of London office?
This is a key position with Create, as the charity delivers on its ambitious plans to double its reach and impact by its 25th anniversary in 2028. The successful candidate will have extensive EA experience at a senior level, a passion and flair for managing multiple tasks seamlessly, outstanding people skills and an unstoppable drive to make a difference.
HOW TO APPLY
Download the application pack for this role, which includes a full job description and person specification.
The deadline for applications is 9am on Monday 17 June 2024.
1st round interviews: Thursday 20 June at Create’s office
2nd round interviews: Wednesday 26 June at Create’s office
To apply, please send a completed application form with a short email providing a telephone number where you can be contacted in confidence.
Create is committed to a policy of equal opportunities embracing diversity in all areas of activity and welcomes applications from disabled people and people of all ethnicities.
No agencies / consultancies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.