• Full-time: 37.5 hours
• Duration: Fixed term contract to 28 February 2022
• Location: Melbourne, Australia 
• Salary: AUS$50,490 plus 9.5% super
• Closing date: 09.00 am UK time, 1 June 2020
• Interviews: w/c 8 June 2020

We are seeking a hardworking Programme Support Assistant to support our Melbourne branch office. We require an organised individual who has strong administration skills and is able to work on their own initiative. You should have excellent problem-solving skills and work well as part of a team. It is essential that applicants for this role have the right to work in Australia.

Job purpose

We are headquartered in London, with a branch office in Melbourne. The Programme Support Assistant role is part of a programme support team of five, supporting both the operational needs of the Melbourne branch office and programme support needs of the different South East Asia and the Pacific programme teams (i.e. the Philippines, PNG, Climate Change and Pacific programme teams). The role will be focused on both supporting branch office operational needs (e.g. office and human resource administration), along with administrative and logistical support necessary for the implementation of the South East Asia and Pacific (SEAP) programme. 

As this is a wide-ranging role, the post holder is not expected to be an expert on all the relevant areas. Expertise in one area, with a willingness to develop knowledge and skills in the other areas is very welcome. 

Essential knowledge, skills and experience

• Experience of working in an administrative and support position to a team.
• Experience of financial administration including processing finance reports, receipts or invoices. 
• High Level of attention to detail
• Experience of supporting the organisation of events, including providing logistical support to participants from overseas. 
• Experience of working with databases, handling diverse sources of information and maintaining filing systems.
• Experience of liaising with external partners and service providers.
• Excellent verbal and written English
• Ability to summarise and convey information accurately and concisely.
• Willingness to work irregular hours occasionally and to undertake occasional international travel.
• Commitment to, and experience of, team and cross-organisational working.
• Appreciation of issues of confidentiality, and cross-cultural and political sensitivity.
• Initiative, enthusiasm and a problem-solving approach to new challenges.
• Good computer and IT skills, including experience working with Microsoft Office software packages, databases, email and the internet.

Desirable knowledge, skills and experience

• Interest in peacebuilding and conflict transformation processes. 
• Experience of undertaking supervised research work.
• Experience performing basic IT administration
• Experience in fundraising in the non-government sector
• Experience of drafting and maintaining organisation policy documents 

Reporting to the UK Communications and Fundraising Manager within the Executive Department, you will be at the forefront of demonstrating to the public how Afghanaid is changing lives in Afghanistan. You will perform a variety of administrative tasks to support the smooth functioning of the fundraising team; contribute to the retention and growth of our supporter base by producing content for our fundraising communications; support the management of our social media channels; and engage with current and potential supporters online. During this 6-month internship, you will be given close support and guidance to undertake the tasks detailed below.

Key Responsibilities:

Communications

• Work closely with the UK Communications and Fundraising Manager to assist in all supporter liaison and fundraising communications activities.
• Identify opportunities for positive exposure of Afghanaid, and opportunities to inspire new support.
• Liaise with project staff in Afghanistan to gather case studies and photos to develop into communications content.

Social Media:

• Create, edit and schedule engaging content across all social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube (images, videos, animations/gifs and infographics).
• Use social media platforms to promote our website content and drive traffic to our website.
• Help oversee, collect and analyse social media metrics to assess the effectiveness and reach of our online presence, and make recommendations for improvement.
• Monitor online content posted by others on our social media platforms and respond in an appropriate and timely manner.
• Identify opportunities to engage new audiences, potentially with targeted content.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with new social media accounts.
• Identify trends and cultural moments on social media which are relevant to Afghanaid and identify ways to get involved.
• Help develop, maintain and execute a social media content calendar across platforms to grow community engagement, awareness, and adoption.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of a social media strategy.

Website:

• Help keep the website up to date by drafting copy and proofreading content to ensure it is grammatically correct and sensitive to the cultural and security considerations within Afghanistan.

Email:

• Support in the creation of monthly email newsletters to be sent to our subscribers.

Administration

• Process post and answer the office telephone.
• Process all donations received, whether by mail, online or by other means and ensure donors are thanked in a timely manner.
• Ensure Gift Aid declarations are sought from all eligible donors and appropriately filed.
• Ensure lapsed regular givers are contacted in a timely manner.
• Support the Finance Officer to reconcile monthly income by accurately coding donation reports.
• Maintain up-to-date records in the fundraising database. Ensure data is collected and entered accurately in the database to enable effective communications and strategic marketing decisions.

External Fundraising Appeals

• Support the UK Communications and Fundraising Manager to pursue and execute external fundraising appeal opportunities, including UK Aid Match, The Big Give, and various national newspaper Christmas appeals. This will entail producing creative communications and logistical support.

For the right candidate, this internship has the opportunity to develop into a more permanent position.

Full job description and person specification attached.

Offering a friendly team, opportunities for professional and personal development, and an excellent benefits package including Simply Health coverage, flexible working, a wellbeing hotline, and a contributory pension scheme, we are looking for part time Administration Assistants looking to develop their career in a fast-paced charity team.

The Forward Trust is a social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction and move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past.

The Role

We are looking for part time Administration Assistants to join our teams in either HMP Coldingley and HMP Send. You will provide a comprehensive admin service to our Integrated Substance Misuse Team, who deliver psychosocial and clinical interventions, and accredited treatment programmes for offenders coming into prison that are identified as having a drug or alcohol problem.

You will be responsible for contributing to and monitoring targets, and carrying out secretarial duties, data entry collection and monitoring systems.

Role Responsibilities for the Administration Assistant:

* Ensure the smooth administration of the service
* Contribute to accurate data collection
* Answering the general office telephone and dealing with enquiries
* Assisting with filing and the maintenance of ISMT administration records
* Co-ordinating attendance and invite letters, along with maintaining the programmes databases
* Taking minutes in team meetings
* Supporting ISMT by arranging appointments for clients with external agencies
* Ordering stock items and maintaining adequate supplies of stationery and other office consumables
* Informing the prison of visitors expected, via a gate memo, and escorting on arrival
* Opening and distribution of external and internal post
* Helping collate the monthly monitoring statistics and producing relevant reports
* Being the nominated Single Point of Contact (SPOC) between the ISMT and all external agencies
* Working with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and C-Nomis

Requirements for the Administration Assistant:

* A positive, detail focused individual
* Strong organisational, interpersonal and communication skills
* Excellent time management skills, ability to prioritise work and multi-task
* A good telephone manner and computer literate
* Friendly and approachable
* Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced work environment
* Motivated with good attention to detail
* Able to work independently and as part of a team

Recruiting under Covid 19 restrictions

We know we are at a critical point across the economy here in the UK and elsewhere; this is certainly true within Higher Education. We are in touch with our colleagues and our network across the sector and are acutely aware of the challenges both financially and with regard to learning that they are experiencing. It is unprecedented for us all.

This is a difficult time for many and we have taken a carefully considered, deliberate decision to continue to drive our growth and development. We are able to offer a number of people – both for academic and non-academic roles - great opportunities to work with us over the coming months and years.

Our flexible roles for academic content developers could be ideal for those seeking to supplement their income at this time, those seeking short term contracts, or perhaps graduating engineering students.

Who are we?

TEDI-London is an innovative new higher education institution in London wholly focused on engineering, co-founded by Arizona State University, King’s College London, and UNSW Sydney.

Our vision is to transform engineering education to transform lives – both for students and for the users of the products they design and make. Our mission is to attract and empower individuals and partners from diverse backgrounds and perspectives to develop the skills and confidence to create practical real-world solutions that advance how we live as a global community.

Variety and ambiguity is the way of life at TEDI-London

In a start-up, each day really is different. We work collaboratively at TEDI-London on big decisions, but also need individuals that take initiative and have the skills and experience to manage their own work areas. We are a start-up with huge ambition, but you should not expect to join an organisation with all the answers, and everything mapped out. That is what we need you for, to be part of our journey.

You will not have a huge team and infrastructure in place. One day you might be writing a strategy or paper for the board – another you might be proofreading a letter. You will relish the chance to be in a new organisation with a world of possibilities where you can genuinely see the value that you add on a daily basis. The team you work with will be from different functions and levels – all united in one goal -to make TEDI-London a success.

Assistant Registrar – Education 

Working as part of a small Registry team, the Assistant Registrar (Education) is responsible for leading our programme administration and education-related quality assurance and enhancement services.

You will design, develop and manage the administration of students throughout their time from recruitment and admissions, throughout their course, and up to their graduation. This includes:

- Admissions

- Registration and induction

- Timetabling

- Student visas ( tier 4)

- Results, including progression, transfers and withdrawals

- Examinations, assessment and classification

- Graduation

You will be able to demonstrate substantial experience of student administration and student support within an education setting, with knowledge of best practice in higher education and experience of methods of quality management and enhancement. It is key that the ideal candidate has significant leadership and management experience gained either in the Higher Education or related sector.

A flexible approach and a ‘can do’ attitude is key at TEDI-London, with willingness to take on new tasks and projects.

We would be delighted if you review the Job Description, Values, Terms and Conditions and Proposition Document. We have provided a video of the recruiting manager discussing this current vacancy and a live Zoom Q & A session on Eventbrite in the Job Description attachment.

Are you a highly organised Executive Assistant?

Prospectus is delighted to support a well-established community led organisation in the search for their new EA to the CEO. Our client is a human rights charity based in East London who focus on supporting migrants and refugees.

The Executive Assistant will assist the CEO on governance and administrative matters including minute taking, diary management, and support for Board of Trustee meetings. You will liaise with high profile stakeholders to organise meetings, corporate events and you will ensure internal communications are smooth and efficient. Moreover, the successful candidate will work closely with the office manager and the finance manager to ensure effective administrative systems are in place.

To be successful, you will have exceptional organisational and communicative skills alongside a good understanding of charity governance and experience facilitating all aspects of Board level. The ideal candidate will have excellent meeting management skills and an exposure to office management. You will be a confident minute taker with outstanding IT skills and an innate attitude toward problem solving. You will be emotionally mature and have the capability to build relationships proficiently.

To apply, please submit a version of your CV in a Word Document format; full job descriptions will be provided to candidates shortlisted by Prospectus.

HEALTHCARE AND THE CORONAVIRUS- HOW CAN YOU HELP?

JEWISH CARE ARE CALLING ALL EXPERIENCED CARE ASSISTANTS AND NURSES FOR COVID-19 SUPPORT!

Jewish Care requires both skilled Health Care Assistants and Registered Nurses who are hoping to offer their services during this turbulent and unprecedented time to support with our residents. We need the support from our community now more than ever.

Support will be required on a 3-Month Fixed Term Contract, Days/Nights & Full Time/Part Time available.

Pay Rates:

Care Assistants: £9.08/hour - £9.73/hour

Registered General Nurses: £20.00/hour

How can you help?

Care Assistants:

* Assisting our residents to live meaningful lives and feel involved in their community
* Offering support to residents in all activities of all daily living which are specified in their care plan and are required to maximise wellbeing (physical, emotional and social) and allowing them to enjoy everyday life with dignity
* Supporting residents with personal care, food and drink, administering medication and accessing health care and recreational activities

Essential/Desirable skills:

* Experience working within a Care/Nursing Home
* Experience working with people with dementia
* NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (desirable although not essential)
* Good communication skills (verbal and written)
* Ability to work with people with limited communication and understand their needs
* Flexibility to work shifts (including some weekends and evenings)
* Knowledge of Health & Safety, Safeguarding and Manual Handling

Nurses:

* Managing and supporting a group of up to 8 care assistants
* Planning and monitoring care that promotes the wellbeing (physical, emotional and social) of every individual we support.
* Preparing care plans to meet individual needs
* Overseeing drug storage, administration, ordering and recording of medication
* Accurately monitor and record observations of residents' conditions

Essential/Desirable skills:

* Experienced RGN or RMN, registered with NMC and have a valid PIN
* Good communication, literacy and numeracy skills
* Experience leading and motivating a team within the health or social care sector
* Experience of promoting best practice in Safeguarding adults
* Active practice of administering medication and understanding of regulations
* Ability to work in accordance with National Care Standards and GSCC Code of Conduct

Benefits

Jewish Care offers excellent benefits and training to all staff. Benefits include, free meals, 20 day's annual leave, Jewish Care Pension scheme, various discounts, Loans and mileage reimbursement, ride to work scheme, eye tests, employee referral bonus and more.

About

Jewish Care is a leading communal organisation. We are the largest health and social care charity for the Jewish community in the UK, caring for nearly 7,000 people every week. Approximately 1500 staff from multi-cultural backgrounds together with 3,000 volunteers help to maintain their service. It provides a wide range of services to help meet the community's physical, social and emotional needs, both directly and in partnership with other organisations. We care & support many people including; older people with dementia, disabilities, mental health needs and Holocaust survivors and many more.

We aim to make a positive impact on the lives of Jewish people by creating excellent social care that enhances well-being and inspires them to stay connected to their community. The organisation is committed to finding innovative solutions tailored to the people who use their services.

We are a proud to be multi award winning organisation. Prestigious awards and accolades they have received include; The Skills for Care Best Employer for over 250 people, and The Investors in People Gold standard.

Please be aware that this vacancy will close, once a sufficient number of suitable candidates have been identified therefore, we would recommend that you submit your application as early as possible.

Admin - Not For Profit - Temp - 5 Months - London - PAYE

Your new company
Come and join this Not For Profit organisation providing safe space for the general public to visit.

Your new role
- Dealing with enquiries from general public both in person and on the phone
- Meeting and greeting guests and any associated organisations
- Operating switchboard
- Control car parking
- Dealing with mailbox on a daily basis
- Record and forward incoming mail (paper and electronic)
- Raising sales order invoices and purchase orders
- Assist with the process of events being booked
- Record and type minutes
- Working with the internal database
- Archiving and stock takes
- Log lost property
- Coordinate routine checks
- Adhoc duties including filing and scanning

What you'll need to succeed
You must be an experienced administrator who can demonstrate examples of being able to provide secretarial support. You must have had experience within a customer facing role as you will be the first point of contact and it is vital you make a good first impression. You must be a confident communicator as you be liaising with both internal and external personnel. You must be personable and be able to demonstrate excellent customer service. You must be IT literate as you will be dealing with Microsoft packages and internal softwares including electronic finance systems. You need to be highly organised and have a eye for detail. You will need to have strong written ability as you will be dealing with the mailbox. You will need to be enthusiastic and have a positive approach to you work as you will be required to use your initiative and problem solve.

What you'll get in return
You will get the opportunity to work within a large not for profit organisation, developing and picking up on key skills whilst gaining the satisfaction of giving back.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Programme Assistant 
Oxford and Home Based
£22,000 - £25,000 (depending on qualifications and experience)
1 Year Fixed-Term Contract

About Us

INASP is an international development organisation working with a global network of partners to improve access, production and use of research information and knowledge in developing countries.
 
We are a UK registered charity, established in 1992 and funded by a range of government and institutional donors. We have 24 staff based in our Oxford and London offices.

We are looking for a well-organised Programme Assistant with good interpersonal and communication skills to provide administrative support to our programme team. The successful candidate is likely to spend most of their time supporting two projects, working with our university and research partners in East Africa. 

The Role

The Programme Assistant will report to one of INASP’s Senior Programme Specialists. They will play a key role in the programme team to ensure the effective delivery of one or more of INASP’s projects. 

This will include providing administrative support to one or more projects, including travel bookings and event logistics, data input, co-ordinating meetings, and support to funder reporting. The Programme Assistant will also provide general administrative support to the Director of Programmes and wider programme team.

Key Responsibilities 

In close co-ordination with the relevant line or project manager/lead, the Programme Assistant will: 

- Provide logistical support to one or more specific projects, as well as general support to the programme team to assist with the team’s programme development needs
- Provide logistical support to the organisation of external events, workshops and meetings, including making travel bookings, booking hotels and liaising with partners
- Schedule, co-ordinate and take minutes of team meetings and meetings with partners 
- Support project and financial reporting to funders, including supporting the team to gather data and information from project partners
- Contribute to project co-ordination and management by assisting with creating and updating workplans, budgets, timesheets and other tools 
- Support the team to maintain online platforms and systems, including keeping records up to date in INASP’s CRM and MEL databases

We are looking for candidates with:

- Good organisational skills
- Good interpersonal and communication skills 
- A methodical, thorough approach with attention to detail
- Data analysis and compilation skills
- Excellent computer skills
- Knowledge of, and an interest in, international development
- Knowledge of, and an interest in, higher education, research communication, governance and policymaking 

Other organisations may call this role Programme Administrator, Project Co-ordinator, Project Administrator, Programme Delivery Co-ordinator, Programme Delivery Assistant, or Project Delivery Assistant. 

This vacancy will be held open until it is filled, so applicants are advised to submit applications as soon as possible.

Candidates selected for interview will be notified and sent interview details, including advance preparation requirements, within two weeks. Due to the current situation, interviews may take place via Skype/Zoom/Teams.

INASP is committed to creating an inclusive working environment, promoting and providing equal opportunities in employment, respecting diversity and avoiding unlawful discrimination at recruitment and during employment. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of their race, gender identity, biological sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Applications from people with disabilities, or those with health problems, are welcome and will be given full consideration.

So, if you’re seeking your next step as a Programme Assistant, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

After two years of incubation at the RSA, the Food, Farming and Countryside Commission has now become an independent charitable organisation.

The charity is shifting gear from generating ideas and recommendations to supporting practical actions and real change. It is focussing wholeheartedly on its core mission of connecting food, farming, countryside and the public's health for a just transition to a greener, fairer economy in response to climate and nature, public health, and now Covid-19 emergencies. Providing practical, evidence led recommendations, FFCC will be working to help create a more sustainable and fairer economy for everyone. It is now looking for new team members who are also committed to its mission and purpose, with a fierce optimism that what we all do matters and who want to help grow the movement for change. FFCC is a national organisation with a commitment to offering and developing modern and adaptable working practices. They welcome applicants from anywhere in the UK and will be happy to explore flexible and work from home arrangements which meet the needs of its work.

We are delighted to be working with FFCC to recruit an outstanding EA to the CEO to join the charity at this very exciting time.

This role will be responsible for providing a very high level of professional administrative support to the CEO and the FFCC Board in addition to taking on various project and programme management tasks when necessary. This will include extensive diary management, arranging and minuting meetings, organising and preparing the CEO for speaking engagements, committee servicing and helping maintain project and finance systems. The role will also allow for deeper project involvement around managing funder/stakeholder relationships and developing networks in cooperation with the CEO. Supporting the CEO in managing her very busy schedule will be important whilst keeping a careful eye on detail to ensure planned, logical responses to short notice needs and changing priorities.

This person will have a proven track record in supporting senior members of organisations ideally but not essentially in the charity, local/central government, higher education or food, farming or countryside business settings. Warm, unstuffy and approachable, this person will reflect the ethos of the organisation and will be highly organised, a good listener and emotionally mature. Excellent written skills, a firm handling of social media platforms and the ability to communicate effectively with wider teams internally and with external high level stakeholders including government ministers and industry leaders. All of these skills underpinned by a positive outlook and a helpful, robust nature will be the recipe for success in this vital role.

Visit our dedicated careers site to find out more and apply for the role.

Apply Link:

A busy and varied Assistant Case Manager role for a small successful and established company in London.

Client Details

A small successful and established health company in London.

Description

The Assistant Case Manager will be responsible for:

• Completing detailed and accurate case notes
• Corresponding with multiple stakeholders
• Supporting case managers in the day to day management of cases
• Attending meetings/appointments where required
• Monitoring and managing client cases in the case managers absence
  

Profile

The Assistant Case Manager will have:

• Vast administrative and office experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Time management capabilities
• High attention to detail
• Experience in Microsoft Office suite

Job Offer

A salary of £26,000, plus annual leave and pension

Assistant Director of Resources 

Newent, Gloucestershire

Salary: circa £67,500

Permanent, 37 per week 

Benefits: generous holidays, healthcare cash plan, pension, flexi scheme, sick pay, free onsite parking

For you, for your community, not for profit

About the role

Our client has an exciting opportunity within the leadership team.

Working with their Executive team and the Assistant Director of Assets, Assistant Director of Housing and Assistant Director of People & Culture, you’ll play a key part in shaping the direction and future of their organisation – supporting the development of their corporate strategy and service design and helping shape and deliver their performance objectives and annual plans and priorities. 

You will also play a key role in helping them to find and secure new funding streams. This will support their ambitious target to deliver 1,000 new homes in the local area over the next 10 years – making a real difference to thousands of people in need of quality, affordable homes across the county.

As a qualified Accountant, you will have proven experience in managing both financial and management accounting functions that deliver a high performing finance service in a dynamic environment. You will also have experience of managing resource functions such as finance, IT and project management. 

About our client

As a registered charity, they provide over 4,000 affordable homes in the beautiful Forest of Dean and surrounding areas. 

They are more than just a landlord - their organisation is dedicated to creating great homes and supporting the communities they work in. Their team offers a wide range of additional services to help improve the lives of their tenants from help and advice on debt and welfare to repairs, maintenance and adaptations.

The social housing sector faces many challenges – building safety, managing the pressures of Universal Credit on their tenants and responding to the environmental challenges.  Their tenant satisfaction scores suggest they’re managing these challenges well – but this Top 100 organisation stands out from the rest because of its profit-for-purpose activities.

They believe that by investing in their team, they can provide the very best support and value to their tenants, while maintaining the corporate health of their organisation. 

Robertson Bell Finance are working with an organisation based in London that is looking for an Assistant Finance Business Partner to join the team in a key role that will work across multiple departments within this national organisation for a period of 6 months. The main responsibilities are as follows:

• Take responsibility for the preparation of management accounts, providing vital analysis and commentary.
• Play a key role in the production of budgets and forecasts with analysing any variances an important part of this.
• Assisting the Senior Accountant in liaising with budget holders across the organisation, discussing budgets, commentaries, variances, etc. with them.
• Leading on multiple ad hoc projects such as costing analysis.

Reporting to the Senior Accountant, this role offers the fantastic opportunity to:

• Gain valuable experience in a broad role with a huge amount of responsibility.
• Be given wonderful on the job training to improve all accountancy skills and knowledge.
• Work in a role that offers real opportunity to progress in the future.

The successful candidate will be a part-qualified accountant with experience of working in a management accountancy-based role. Candidates will also need to have excellent communication skills as this will be vital when working with senior members of staff across the organisation. It would also be beneficial for candidates to have experience of using the system Open Accounts, however, candidates without this are still encouraged to apply.

If you are interested this position, please apply immediately as applications are reviewed daily and this role may be filled before the closing date.

We are looking for an experienced, personable Executive PA who also has HR experience to join a national childrens charity.

The Charity A national childrens charity.

The Role
Act as executive PA to the CEO providing diary management and proactive PA services as required. This will require a solid understanding of the business of the charity and the ability to assist in the prioritisation of the work load of the CEO. There will also be a requirement to support the other directors (x3) as required but to a lesser extent.
Issue prepared Board papers in advance of Board meetings and arrange meeting details. Attend Board of Trustee meetings and act as minute taker.
Minutes to be written up and approved by the CEO.
Maintain central file of all employment contracts and employment related correspondence including offer letters, PDRs etc.
Responsible for BreatheHR holiday and sickness reporting and access to Staff Handbook.
New starter inductions and onboarding paperwork including arranging DBS checks.
Office Manager responsibilities including Landlord liaison for the office premises; ordering of office supplies and equipment maintenance; and, ad hoc projects.

The Candidate
Experience as an Executive Assistant with some HR experience or a HR manager who is happy to provide EA support.
Office Manager experience.
Knowledge of the on boarding process and employment contracts.
A flexible individual who has a hands on approach.

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.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to provide research and campaign support to the Founding Directors of the Environmental Justice Foundation. EJF is a leading international organisation working to protect natural environments, wildlife and defend basic human rights. 

The Campaigns Assistant will provide essential campaign support to the Directors by undertaking research, writing, communications and outreach across all of EJF’s programmes. EJF’s work focuses on oceans, marine biodiversity and an end to illegal fishing and ‘seafood slavery’; climate, ‘blue carbon’ and mangrove forests; sustainable fashion; and wildlife trade.

This is a challenging, fast-paced and varied role demanding meticulous attention to detail, creative thinking, an ability to quickly grasp new issues, and a ‘can do’ attitude. The CA will have superb interpersonal and communications skills including excellent research and writing abilities, and a proven ability to quickly produce polished written documents. The CA will be ambitious with a strong commitment and determination to help deliver EJF’s vision to Protect People and Planet.

This is a unique opportunity to work exclusively with the Directors, gaining exceptional experience, skills and insights within this international organisation. The role offers an unusual level of career development for the right person looking to excel and make a strong impact in international conservation and human rights.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead research across multiple issues, including new opportunities and developing campaign projects; research will include scientific, socio-economic, legal/policy and other areas that can be applied to campaigns and projects.
• Produce high-calibre communications materials including campaign briefings and reports; web-copy and blogs; speeches and presentations on behalf of the Directors.
• Support research into the target audiences and contacts for campaign outreach; and maintain the detailed contacts history on behalf of the Directors.
• Represent EJF in external meetings and events with policymakers, industry, NGO and other expert or public audiences as requested by the Directors.
• Provide research and communications support to EJF’s special events and partnerships, helping to engage the public and public figures, industry and policymakers.

Essential skills and attributes:

• Degree-level education
• Demonstrable relevant research experience
• Outstanding research skills, intellectual and academic rigour. An ability to compile information make it easily accessible to multiple audiences (including non-expert).
• Ability to learn quickly and apply information to the specific needs of the campaigns and projects.  
• Excellent writing and presentation skills with a meticulous attention to detail, precision and accuracy.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Understanding that change is not easily won, but worth winning.

Benefits:

• Private healthcare

 • Generous pension rising with each completed year of service• Generous personal leave entitlement increasing annually

• Home working 1 day per week

• Unique opportunities for career development within a high-impact international organisation

Applications:  please send your CV and a cover letter explaining why you are the right person for this job

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No other communications please.

First interviews will take place by video conference with the Directors in June 2020.  
Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK.

EJF is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity within the workplace.