We live in the midst of radical changes to the ways people access news and information.

When Index on Censorship was founded nearly 50 years ago, few could have foreseen the manner in which technology would now be changing the ways we engage with politics and democracy. Although the landscape of communication has changed, threats to freedom of expression remain as grave as they were 50 years ago – in the UK and around the world.

Index is looking for a resourceful and outspoken leader to steer the organisation through this changing terrain, and to protect the right for everyone to be free to express themselves without fear of harm or persecution – no matter what their views. From tackling legislative threats to digital freedom at home, to spotlighting issues of repression and censorship in China, Russia and Azerbaijan, we are seeking a Chief Executive to put free speech for everyone at the forefront of the political, campaign and news agenda.

What you will do

Index on Censorship has a small team that punches well above its weight. You will ensure the organisation is well run and enjoys a healthy office culture, strong relationships with the board and diligent financial management, so that we are well set to protect freedom of expression for another fifty years.

You will be the main outward face of Index on Censorship and build that presence on broadcast media, in the papers and on social media. You will be confident in championing the cause of freedom of expression and when explaining why it must be protected as a universal right for all, even at times when others are looking to close down conversations.

You will be an excellent fundraiser, nurturing relationships and developing philanthropic partnerships which allow us to continue our advocacy campaigns, our magazine and our projects to support freedom of expression. We have a strong board with which you will work closely, while also building your own networks, to ensure we receive the financial backing we need from private individuals, corporates and foundation trusts.

You will build Index on Censorship as both a publisher of freedom of expression and a campaign organisation – a leader in advocacy for freedom of expression, ensuring that voices are heard beyond those normally associated with our cause. Through building strong partnerships and networks you will enable us to grow our capacity to advocate for individuals and groups, including to the government.

How to apply

Send your CV and a cover letter of no more than three A4 pages outlining your suitability for the role.

Key role supporting the Head of New Business to identify and new opportunities and focus on preparing new bids for a range of income generating activities. 12 month FTC, to start asap.

The Charity an international organisation dedicated to building a better world through higher education.

The Role
Support the Head of New Business to develop a range of plans and partnerships that enable the organisation to achieve its income generation targets.
Strategically identify funding opportunities from government, statutory bodies, trusts, foundations and international bodies.
Cultivate, manage and steward relationships with existing and potential funders and key partners.
Proactively develop and formalise concept notes and full funding applications/bids for both open calls and proactive approaches to potential funders,
Liaise with prospective partners and member universities, facilitating their participation in project design.
Communicate and report the impact of the projects to donors and to the marketing and communications team,
Project manage the proposal development process, ensuring the timely submission of high quality bids.

The Candidate
Proven experience of successful grant and bid writing.
Proven experience of researching, identifying and cultivating funding opportunities.
An understanding of issues in higher education, ideally in a developing country context and of trends in international development funding.
Ability to interpret financial information and develop budgets.
Able to cultivate and manage stakeholder relationships.
Excellent time management, organisational and project management skills and a willingness to be adaptable as required to deliver completed tasks on time.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

Harris Hill are delighted to be working with Compassion UK in their search for an L&D Specialist to join their growing People team.

In order to be considered for this role due to an occupational requirement you will need to be a follower of the Christian faith.

The charity do some excellent work with children in developing countries. They work with local churches to run programmes for young people to help them reach their full potential. They are very passionate about the work they do.

The culture in the charity is positive, they give people room to develop whilst ensuring there are plenty of opportunities to be creative within your role.

The main purpose of this role is to implement and deliver an organisation wide learning and development strategy.

Reporting into the People Director, you will be a true L&D specialist expected to be able to cover a generalist L&D remit. This exciting opportunity will provide someone the platform to continue their own development whilst driving performance across the charity. You will be able to conduct needs based analysis across different teams and client groups whilst putting interventions in place where required.

This excellent role comes with the perks of working with Compassion UK. They have some of the best offices we have seen outside of London. They offer on-site gym, shower and parking facilities. A highly impressive and vibrant office to work in which include amazing meeting rooms and breakout areas.

As the charity follow the Christian faith there is an occupational requirement for the holder of this role to be a practising Christian.

Partnership Development Manager

WE is a movement that brings people together and gives them the tools to change the world. Our vision is to shift the world from “me” to “we.” Our mission is to empower all people to change the world, locally and globally, achieving transformative outcomes for themselves and others. 

WE – Making doing good, doable.

WE is looking for a dynamic, experienced and target driven Partnership Development Manager to join our team. Reporting to the Director of Partnerships, the Partnership Development Manager is responsible for managing exciting UK partnerships and will project manage complex multi-year partnership commitments including sponsorships, events, and educational programmes. 

The ideal candidate should have at least three years of experience managing high profile and strategic partnerships. You are proactive, with creativity, energy and vision. Above all else, you are someone with exceptional relationship and project management skills, who can work under pressure to strict timelines.

The successful candidate will be passionate and committed to the core beliefs of the organisation.

This is a full-time permanent contract with an ideal start date in March 2020.

The salary is c £32,000 per annum.

This position is based within WE’s United Kingdom operation in Kennington, London, with travel to various meetings and project locations, both within the UK and globally. 

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Your Impacts and Responsibilities

Project Delivery 

• Develop and deliver WE’s complex multi-year partnerships with various funders, ranging from corporates to foundations, with a key focus on driving societal impact through social action and partnership growth 
• Lead across various internal functions to coordinate the delivery of partnership strategies and partnership objectives
• Work directly with the North American partnership development team, helping to build our global partnerships and aligning on strategy and shared initiatives 
• Ensure partner expectations are met and exceeded. Review and report as appropriate 
• Proactively and reactively liaise with relevant WE departments to communicate and ensure the effective and efficient delivery of all partnership objectives 
• Support the Director of Partnerships in identifying strategies that drive long-term partner engagement 
• Contribute to brand recognition and the overall success and external awareness of our partnerships through the development and delivery of appropriate communication plans 

Relationship and New Revenue Management 

• Identify funding opportunities and achieve long term sustainability of our partnerships
• As appropriate, and in line with the needs of the wider Business and Partnership Development teams, be accountable for the effective delivery and ongoing evaluation of other UK partnerships and for supporting the development of new revenue management plans
• Support on responsibilities related to partnerships, including maintaining our internal database, logging partner engagement data, monitoring financial targets and other KPIs 
• Act as an ambassador and advocate for WE internally and externally, representing the organisation’s values and strategic objectives in all that you do

Skills and Qualifications

Essential 

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in account and/or relationship management, with strong relationship management and commercial skills across a variety of different stakeholders
• Significant experience of project/programme management with a specific acumen for business and partnership development
• Excellent comprehension and ease with Microsoft Office applications, particularly PowerPoint, Word and Excel
• Outstanding presentation skills and experience communicating across external and internal audiences 
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with challenging and rapidly shifting results-based targets, demonstrating the ability to plan and prioritise your own workload and that of others who support you 
• Robust project management skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities within tight deadlines 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an acumen for diplomacy  
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to navigate difficult conversations with internal and external stakeholders 
• First-class organisational skills and extremely keen eye for detail
• A self-starter with confidence to work both independently and within a team setting
• Outstanding work ethic and proven ability to take initiative and remain organised and solution driven
• Positive attitude, high energy, resilient, tenacious, flexible and enthusiastic

Desirable 

• Bachelor’s degree or certification in a related field (e.g. business studies or project management) 
• Proven experience in sales, fundraising, sponsorships or corporate partnerships 
• Excellent leadership and proven competence in account management, both strategic and operational 
• Demonstrable ability to create and implement a results-oriented strategy 
• Demonstrable ability to translate partner values across various levels, including executive, operations and creative 
• Demonstrable ability to deliver on complex multi-year plans, including strategic planning to achieve and exceed large partner KPIs and key objectives
• Proven track record of exceeding revenue goals and business excellence
• Sound understanding of quality assurance and impact analysis processes 
• Familiarity using CRM systems; experience using Salesforce is an asset
• Sound knowledge of international development, youth empowerment and trends in corporate social responsibility, corporate philanthropy and cause marketing 

Supplementary Benefits

• Employer-provided health, dental benefits and pension scheme
• Generous holiday allowance (20 days annual leave + statutory holidays + office shutdown days during the holiday period between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day) + Birthdays off
• Flexible work hours if on occasion you need to start late or leave early
• The opportunity to attend WE Day, our flagship event
• Staff trip to Kenya, India or Ecuador with all costs on the ground covered by the organisation
• Potential opportunity to host corporate or partner trips abroad
• The opportunity to visit our headquarters in Toronto, Canada 

Closing Date: Please note that applications are being monitored on an ongoing basis and the post may be filled before the advertised closing date. 

Please submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered in the selection process.

If invited for an interview, please note our interview process is multi-staged and will involve interviewing once with the HR department and have a second interview with the Director of Business and Partnership Development and the Head of the UK office.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications we are receiving, we are not able to provide individual feedback following interviews. 

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK. 

We are an equal opportunities employer. We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community and aim to promote diversity.

If you have any access requirements, please notify us in advance and we will do all we can to accommodate you.

What makes us unique…

WE is a family of organisations making doing good, doable. WE is made up of WE Charity, empowering domestic and international change, ME to WE, a social enterprise that creates socially conscious products and experiences to help support the charity, and WE Day, filling stadiums around the world with the greatest celebration of social good. WE enables young people and families to better the world—supporting 7,200+ local and global causes by volunteering millions of hours of social action, shopping daily with an impact, and raising millions of pounds that directly benefit their local communities and the world. Globally, WE teams in Asia, Africa, and Latin America have provided more than 1 million people with clean water, built 1,500 schools and schoolrooms overseas, and empowered more than 200,000 children with access to education. WE was founded more than 20 years ago by social entrepreneurs, brothers Craig and Marc Kielburger.

We sincerely thank all those who apply, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. 

A highly innovative and intelligent world leading Think Tank based in the heart of London are currently seeking a well versed and very capable and experienced permanent Head of External Relations and Development.

With 3 direct reports this role will be pivotal in leading development of this organisations Fundraising strategy and will be able to identify fundraising opportunities and create and oversee the successful implementation of these at all levels throughout the organisation and beyond.

The role will also ensure that the organisations researchers are advised appropriately on policies and specific fundraising opportunities for their programmes.

Building all manner of key relationships will be vital too to the regular positive and continuous delivery of this role.

Writing and submitting concept notes, solicitation letters and proposals will also form an integral part of this role as will overseeing the donor database and liaising with HNWI.

If you have extensive strategy, development, fundraising and line management exposure and are looking for a truly rare but fantastic and very engaging pivotal role within your career then please submit to TPP Recruitment today a copy of your most up to date CV along with your contact details.

***This role will highly compliment a candidate with an entrepreneurial spirit who is used to securing six and seven figure gifts***

Non-Executive Director – Housing Specialism
Position Level: Board Level
Salary: £4,000 plus expenses   
Location: London, Waterloo 

Who We Are
Central & Cecil Housing Trust (C&C) is an ambitious housing association, registered with both the Regulator for Social Housing and the Care Quality Commission. We are a developer and provider of housing and care for people aged 55 and over living in London and our Fit Future Strategy 2017-27 provides a route map for our future work. C&C’s goal is to be a dynamic and innovative provider delivering outstanding homes and services for residents now and in the future.

C&C has a mixed portfolio of sheltered housing, supported housing and general needs housing as well as its new affordable housing offering (55 London). In addition, it operates four care homes and has ambitions to be an outstanding provider of service for people living with dementia.

Your Role as Non-Executive Director 
You will be able to make a significant difference to the Board and the outcomes for C&C’s residents, using your extensive experience in over 55s housing, building safety and resident engagement. 

Your understanding of what it takes to create a world-class digital led service-delivery environment and a healthy organisational culture, ideally including working with a Direct Labour Organisation and high levels of resident engagement, will be put to good use as we implement and further refine our strategy. 

You will make an effective contribution to the entire range of C&C’s work through your membership of the Board. There are four Board meetings a year. The Board also takes part in an annual strategy event and several ad-hoc meetings, conferences and events.

Previous non-executive experience is desirable but not essential.

Our values drive us to be a pioneer, believe in better, have the courage to act, invest in each other and do all we do from the heart. You will be able to use your belief in our values to make a significant contribution to the 55s and over housing in London.

Do you feel this is the right position for you? Select the button shown to apply with your most up to date CV.

C&C is passionate about fostering Diversity, Inclusion and Gender balance and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

The closing date for applications is 28th February 2020.

Other organisations may call this role Board Member, Director, NED, Independent Board Member, or Head of Housing.

The Development Relations Senior Manager (DRSM) identifies, explores and cultivates opportunities with the goal of primarily increasing the number of gifts and diversifying the donor base with foundations, major gifts and non-health corporations. S/He will be expected through research, networking opportunities, relationship building and outreach (including being available for travel in Europe and globally) to develop new opportunities for EURORDIS and be the lead on new foundations and major donor contacts. The DRSM would also follow leads for developing other revenue generating activities depending on the opportunities which are presented.

The DRSM will report to the Chief Operating Officer and work directly with the Chief Executive Officer, the Chief Financial Officer and others to develop funding opportunities. The DRSM will work across staff and departments, including the communications, events, development and operations and projects teams, depending on priorities and opportunities which arise. The DRSM position will evolve within a team organisation which regularly adapts to strategic objectives. The position may become a director position and may be repositioned within overall strategic developments of operations and projects.

Motivated to work at an NGO and committed to our cause, the DRSM meets targets with organisations and individuals in line with EURORDIS’ image, values and transparency and is committed to building long term sustainable partners. The DRSM cultivates relationships and searches for funding which fit EURORDIS’ Strategy, Mission and annual Action Plan. The DRSM maintains a quality, ethical and transparent approach based on best professional practices and aiming at highest standards.

The position is recruited for EURORDIS’ Paris Office (Brussels and Barcelona offices to be considered).

Candidates must be able to travel up to 30% of their time on average to meet contacts with travel in European cities (primarily Brussels and Barcelona) as well as the United States and other parts of the world.

The main scope of this post includes:

• Identify new potential donors and sources of diversified funding (individual, foundations, and non-health corporate)
• Set up, plan for, and attend meetings with potential donors, involving other members of EURORDIS staff or volunteers as appropriate
• Cultivate and steward relationships with potential donors (new and ongoing)
• In collaboration with the Events Director and other relevant colleagues, source ideas and develop creative concepts for a new special fundraising event replicable and scalable to grow over time.
• Work closely with leadership, directors, and project leaders across EURORDIS to:
  • Write case statements and answer grant opportunities
  • Communicate new and current project developments to prospective funders
  • Develop marketing literature and improve online fundraising content
  • Write reports for donors for cultivation purposes and as required for foundations grants.
• Meet annual diversification targets. The ambition is to reach € 400 000 of diversification by 2021, over € 1 M by 2023 and 20-25% of overall income by 2025.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for EURORDIS and a strong commitment to its mission, including its advocacy activities, community building and collaboration.
• Be an active team member supporting other staff members in their activities and targets especially within the development, communications and events teams
• Participate in EURORDIS events and activities

Experience & skills

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree and 5-10 years’ professional experience in non-profit organisations or equivalent business setting with a demonstrable track record in cultivating and managing foundations and major donors and successful special events.
• Autonomous and highly driven: results and deadline oriented,
• Strong business sense with negotiating skills
• Excellent communicator and relationship builder
• Multi-tasker; able to work under pressure; capacity to handle day-to-day management; good organisational skills.
• Personal and professional integrity
• Enthusiastic and flexible team player with skills in relations including: relationship building, strategic planning, verbal and written communication, organisational and time management abilities
• Ability to work with several operational team members and project leaders with varying backgrounds, building a donor acknowledgement culture internally.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office suite – high level in Donor database and reporting a plus
• English native speaker or native-level fluency in English with excellent written and oral communication skills is a must.
• Good level in French desirable; other European languages a plus.

About EURORDIS-Rare Diseases Europe

EURORDIS-Rare Diseases Europe currently boasts a steady increase in health corporate donations (grown by 200% over last 10 years), with a target approaching € 2 Million in 2020. Our total expected income for 2020 is in excess of € 6 Million. Our organisation is committed to building our funding with a priority on increasing private funding and diversifying it up to 20-25% of new resources in the next 5 years. These funds will be raised in Europe and at international levels. EURORDIS’ projects and initiatives continue to be of high quality with growing needs for diversified funding to enhance sustainability while maintaining independence. Their impactful deliverables are making a difference both short and long term for people living with a rare disease in Europe and beyond.

• Supporting and encouraging GTC to learn new skills, knowledge and confidence.
• Encourage people to speak out about subjects which matter to them and find ways to have their voices heard
• Listen to what GTC communities want, plan and promote activities and opportunities.
• Developing relationships and trust through outreach to Gypsy and Traveller families living on sites, housing and roadside encampments. 
• Working closely with community activists providing support and training where needed to be effective change-makers.
• To liaise appropriately with other agencies, council officers and local politicians and attend meetings and forums.
• To gain an understanding of relevant policies on a local, regional and national level as well as relevant legislation

NEA, the national energy efficiency and fuel poverty charity, is currently recruiting for an experienced, enthusiastic and self-motivated Project Development Co-ordinator to assist the charity to deliver innovative projects to tackle fuel poverty.  Working in partnership with central and local government, fuel utilities, the health sector, consumer groups and NGOs, NEA aims to eradicate fuel poverty and promote energy efficiency to low-income and other vulnerable households.

The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of a range of projects which will demonstrate good practice in delivery of affordable warmth for low income and vulnerable householders. This will require an understanding of the development of partnership working with local authorities, housing providers, energy sector partners and community sector or health sector agencies.

This post provides an exciting and rewarding opportunity to help the charity deliver its work programme and build its profile amongst regional stakeholders whilst developing and working on projects that bring social benefits and improvements to the well-being of low income and vulnerable householders whilst also meeting environmental goals. 

NEA is looking to base this post in our London office, based in Brixton.  However, as NEA is a national charity, there is an expectation that delivery of project activity may also require periodic travel throughout England.  This post will report to a Project Development Manager based in Buxton, Derbyshire.

Maggie's - Head of Leadership Giving North

With 23 individually designed centres, this innovative cancer charity is the fastest growing in the UK. Its aim is simple, to ensure that everyone with cancer can get the emotional and practical support it has pioneered for more than 25 years. Each centre is exceptional in both design and programme and this organisation has worked with the world's leading architects and oncologists to achieve this.

Charity People is heading up the search for an inspirational Head of Leadership Giving North who will be a key member of the Leadership & Major Gifts team, working to generate income against an ambitious annual target. A skilled communicator who is able to put others at ease, you will be responsible for leading major donor work in the North of England and Wales, an area with significant fundraising potential. This promises to be an extremely rewarding position where you contribute strategically and will manage a portfolio of prospects at a range of stages, all with the capacity to make transformational gifts.

You'll ensure the effective cultivation of prospects identified through volunteer leadership networks, existing networks of warm supporters and prospect research. You will also be able to identify opportunities for a programme of stewardship events which will discover and nurture relationships with new prospects and donors. In addition, you will work with major donor colleagues to develop solicitation plans and take a donor led approach to relationship building.

To apply for this role, you'll need to be a passionate about donor stewardship, with extensive experience within major gift fundraising including a proven track record of personally securing gifts in excess of £500,000. You'll also have experience of recruiting and leading volunteer boards; and proven experience of working successfully with wealthy and influential individuals. Skills wise, you will be highly organised and able to remain focused in a dynamic environment; you will be adaptable, flexible, and able to work under pressure; and will have outstanding communication ability.

This is a flexible, family and life-friendly organisation with an unparalleled reputation for staff engagement and loyalty. Excellent benefits package and huge investment in professional development.

This role involves a mix of homeworking, considerable travel across the North and regular time spent in the London office.

Please apply with a copy of your CV to receive more information. Amelia and Alice feel very lucky to be leading on this role: [email protected] or [email protected]

Final deadline is 9am on Monday 24th February, but please apply ASAP to avoid disappointment as we've been asked to move as quickly as possible. Interviews likely to be held 2nd and 3rd March.

Do you want to play a key role in the only organisation which supports disadvantaged young people of Irish heritage in the UK?  Are you a dynamic self-starting individual who will relish the opportunity to lead the Irish Youth Foundation (UK) as it celebrates its 30th anniversary and plans for the next 30?

More information on the organisations we support can be found on our website.

The Role:

As Head of Fundraising and Development you will identify, develop and nurture relationships with new and prospective supporters for the IYF whilst maintaining the valued support of existing philanthropic and corporate donors.

You will have the support and expertise of IYF’s newly appointed Patrons, Board of Trustees and development advisors.

This position affords considerable flexibility in hours and location of work.

The Organisation:

The Irish Youth Foundation (UK) was established in 1989 and is the only national charity in the UK specifically aimed at helping disadvantaged young people of Irish heritage and their families.

IYF has awarded more than £5 million to help improve the lives and opportunities of young Irish people in Britain and Northern Ireland. Grants are awarded annually to a wide range of organisations and community groups, along with Irish students at UK colleges and universities.  The IYF (UK) supports charities tackling poverty, mental health issues, education and a variety of other needs. Recipients include Artillery Youth Centre in Belfast, Irish Community Care in Liverpool and Irish Film London.

At IYF we are proud of our reputation as a lean and nimble foundation where the vast majority of the funds raised go where they are most needed:  projects supporting the young people themselves.

Remit:

• Work with the Board of Trustees to develop the Strategic Fundraising Plan, targets and KPIs
• Income generation from new revenue streams: particularly focused on corporate philanthropy and CSR.  Consolidate existing philanthropic sources, including revenue from the extensive support base
• Devise and implement donor acquisitions strategies and, in consultation with the Board, develop a committed group of financial supporters
• Manage the fundraising budget and ensure industry guided ROI
• Have regular interaction with the Development Group alongside strategic support from the IYF Chair

Person Specification:

• An affinity with IYF’s mission, belief in the power of philanthropy
• Strategic capability and commitment to increase charitable income generation from private sources
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with staff, companies, high level donors, volunteers and the public
• Confident presenting to senior people
• Strong self-motivation and ability to work independently and attend evening events as required

Restless Development is recruiting for an exceptional Senior Grant Manager, to work on its global flagship programme with the DFID funded Development Alternative consortium.

The Civil Society Unleashed programme is testing and evidencing a youth leadership and accountability model for community engagement, and working with hundreds of youth-led civil society organisations in 4 diverse settings to redress power imbalances and make development more equitable and effective.

This role sits in a team leading an accountable grant under DFID's strategic funding mechanism, Aid Connect. Bringing outstanding written, organisational, communication, and relationship management skills, the Senior Grant manager will play a lead role in developing and managing programme strategy alongside Restless Development's Director of Programme Partnerships. Values-driven creative, and analytical, they will learn alongside, innovate, and collaborate with technical experts and senior leadership from across the 7-partner strong consortium. This is a fast-paced, dynamic, and challenging role in an organisation that prioritises growth and leadership development for all it's people, young volunteers, and partners

For a world where every person forced to flee can build a better future.

We are seeking a Chief Executive Officer, to lead the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)’s new national fundraising partner, UK for UNHCR. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the CEO will lead the new charity’s strategic development and growth in the UK, raising private sector funds and developing partnerships to support UNHCR’s global humanitarian work for refugees and displaced people.

We are seeking a dynamic and inspiring leader for this newly created role to grow the income, voice and profile of UK for UNHCR. You will be a highly credible ambassador and partnership-builder, with excellent communications skills, able to leverage influence and funding.

UNHCR, also known as the UN Refugee Agency, has the primary goal of safeguarding the rights and well-being of refugees, and displaced and stateless people. UNHCR was established in 1950, in the aftermath of the Second World War to help millions of people who had fled their homes. Today, the organisation delivers humanitarian assistance in more than 130 countries as displacement reaches a record 70 million people worldwide. By supporting host countries, seeking resettlement options in third countries and helping refugees return home voluntarily when safe to do so, UNHCR also seeks lasting solutions to their plight.

The launch of UK for UNHCR reflects the growing role of private sector fundraising and partnerships in supporting UNHCR global humanitarian operations, which are responding to unprecedented levels of displacement. UK for UNHCR is a registered charity (England & Wales).

To apply and download the appointment details, please visit our website by clicking on apply and quoting reference 4527. The deadline for applications is Monday 9th March 2020.

The role will be based in London, UK. The salary will be commensurate with the seniority of the appointment.

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Perrett Laver is a Data Controller and a Data Processor, as defined under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our legal basis for much of our data processing activity is ‘Legitimate Interests’. You have the right to object to us processing your data in this way. For more information about this, your rights, and our approach to Data Protection and Privacy, please visit our website.  

The Social Interest Group (SIG) is new and innovative and was formed as a charity in 2014. Its sole aim is to be a vehicle to develop and strengthen the charities that are within it, so they in turn thrive and do social good. Currently supporting Penrose Options and Equinox Care. Penrose Options provides person-centred support, health and social care for people with a history of offending and mental ill health. Equinox Care provides personalised support, care and recovery to people with multiple and complex needs. This includes people who experience mental ill health, drug dependence and alcohol dependence.

We are seeking a highly motivated and passionate Bid Manager and Writer to lead the Competitive Tendering and Bidding processes on behalf of SIG with responsibility for:
 

• Management of Marketing and Bid Coordinator

• Writing of high quality Competitive Tenders and Proposals

• Understanding the current market and feeding information to guide strategic planning

• Supporting colleagues within the development team to develop products, funding bids or proposals to grow the works of the SIG

This is a crucial role within the organisation and involves building relationships with commissioners, attending market engagement events, understanding the nature of the work SIG does to support people and getting that across successfully in tenders.

This role will work directly with the Director of Development, Marketing and Communications, the Group CEO and other colleagues, to traverse the commissioning landscape and strategically grow the business geographically and financially.

This role is a key position in the Development, Marketing and Communications team and will feed in to every area of the charity.

What we are looking for in the succssful candidate:

1. Experience of successfully writing tenders that have resulted in significant wins both financially and strategically.
2. Track record in Bid Management and of planning and developing compliant and successful proposals/bids.
3. Sound judgement, good interpersonal and persuasive skills, and the confidence to operate with autonomy
4. able to demonstrate that you are comfortable engaging with, shaping and presenting organisational messages effectively to a variety of difference audiences.

Understanding of the Health and Social care sector including Mental Health, Alcohol and Substance use, Housing and Homelessness

What we offer in return:

• Excellent core and on-going training aligned with personal development plan
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Medi-cash which includes the following:
• Discount gym membership
• Routine eye tests, glasses and contact lenses
• Dental treatment via NHS or Private
• Physiotherapy, Indian Head Massage and a range of other therapies
• 25 days holiday increasing to 26 days after 2 years and increasing 1 day per year up to 30 days annual leave
• Life Assurance