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The role requires an organised and proactive person to join the Individual Giving team to increase loyalty and life-time value from MSF donors. You will be specifically supporting on fulfilment, appeals, Dispatches – MSF’s supporter magazine - legacy marketing, supporter events, thanking, and analysis & reporting.
This exciting role includes interviewing field staff, to gather information, news and stories from the field, to be shared through fundraising communications.
The Individual Giving is an integral part of the wider fundraising department at MSF, which is also made up of the Philanthropy and Fundraising Operations teams. In 2023 a team of around 35 people delivered income of over £77 million.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri
Duration: Permanent
Location: London - hybrid (at least 2 days in office per week)
Salary: £32,869.50 per annum
Job Purpose:
This role is vital for our high performing Individual Giving Team to operate effectively and efficiently. The successful candidate will be an integral part of a top performing fundraising team, for an International Humanitarian cause.
The Supporter Development Officer will manage and develop MSF’s fulfilment programme, ensuring MSF donors receive excellent communications including thanking processes, building excellent relationships with third party suppliers, and working in collaboration with other teams.
The role currently provides administration support to the legacy consultant, ensuring excellent care and quality communications for legacy pledgers.
The Supporter Development Officer provides weekly reports and analysis across all campaigns, sharing results with the wider team to help improve insight across channels.
Please download the job description and person specification below for full details of the role.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
- Experience working in the UK charity sector, in a fundraising capacity, and/or direct marketing.
- Self-starter who has the confidence to introduce ideas and provide support across a wide range of projects, within a fast paced and demanding team, exercising good judgment, and using own initiative.
- Experience in project management.
- Excellent time management and planning skills with an ability to carry out different tasks simultaneously and prioritise time and resources accordingly.
- Experience in relationship management and liaising with external suppliers.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to build relationships with internal and external contacts.
- Ability to maintain accuracy, combined with excellent attention to detail.
- A systematic and organised approach with a proven ability to follow things through and meet targets in line with established schedules and deadlines.
- Responsible attitude to dealing with sensitive and confidential information.
- Flexibility to take on other related tasks combined with a willingness to learn.
- Excellent fluency in written and spoken English.
- Experience working across multiple teams to deliver objectives.
- Experience in the practical use of personal IT equipment and Microsoft Office 365 suite. The ability to effectively collaborate and communicate within a hybrid working environment utilising Teams, SharePoint, One Drive and Yammer.
Right to work - Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Employment sponsorship will NOT be offered by MSF UK for this role.
MSF UK is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from all sections of our diverse community.
How to Apply:
Please apply on our website by submitting a copy of your CV together with a letter of motivation (please upload as one document) by the closing date:
21 April 2024, 11.59pm (GMT)
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
We look forward to receiving your application!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
Career opportunity
We are seeking to appoint a Development Manager to raise funds to further enhance the quality of education for students at Wallington County Grammar School. This includes through investment in capital projects, teaching resources and staffing the curriculum. Our aim is to maximise the life chances of our students, providing a world class education that supports them in gaining access to the best universities in the country.
The key focuses of this role will be to:
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increase parent voluntary contributions to the School Fund;
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develop and deliver an alumni fundraising strategy;
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enhance the number of Free School Meal applications;
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support fundraising by our Parent, teachers and Friends Association.
School Context
Wallington County Grammar School is one of the most successful schools in the country. Our motto is Per Ardua ad Summa, “Through Difficulties to the Heights”, which our exceptional students exemplify each and every day. Their success, and that of our staff has been recognised by Ofsted, grading the School ‘outstanding’ in all areas. This success is born from a strong set of values centred around compassion for one another, commitment to all we do, courage in facing life’s many challenges and creativity to succeed in a global 21st century society.
We are a highly selective school, admitting 150 young men from across London and the South East into Year 7 and admitting young women into the Sixth Form. We have a well-balanced, academic curriculum centred around developing scholarship and creativity which, when combined with innovative and forward thinking pedagogy, makes Wallington County Grammar School, an extremely stimulating environment in which to work.
Advantages and benefits
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Working with high attaining and committed young men and women;
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Joining an established cross trust team of professionals;
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Access to a Charter Marked CPD programme (Silver Status);
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Amenities and benefits including priority entry for children of staff; onsite parking; Ride to Work Scheme; Employee Assistance Programme and a School gym;
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A firm commitment to staff wellbeing and work life balance;
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A leafy setting on the edge of the beautiful Beddington Park easy access to both central London and the Surrey countryside.
Application Process
An application pack can be downloaded from the School website. Please note an application form must be completed for this post. Candidates may be called for an interview upon receipt of their application. A Statement of Suitability addressed to the Headmaster is required as part of the application.
Visits to the School are welcome prior to application. Please contact the WCGS HR Department to arrange an appointment.
We reserve the right to interview and appoint immediately should there be a suitable candidate and therefore advise that applications should be submitted as soon as possible.
Safeguarding
Folio Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The recruitment process will include an enhanced DBS check, medical screening, confirmation of right to work in the UK and all other pre-employment checks in line with safer recruitment requirements.
Equal Opportunities
At Folio Education Trust we believe that all individuals are of equal value and we are committed to equal opportunities for all. All people who work and study in the school have the right to be respected and valued within a safe and secure environment and not to be discriminated against on the grounds of age, class, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation and religion or belief.
Our Candidate Privacy Notice and Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy are published on our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Our system keeps your personal information hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
Partners for a New Economy is seeking a Personal Assistant, for the Director and Grants team. If you have an eye for detail, strong time management and enjoy working as part of a small team, we'd love to hear from you.
Partners for a New Economy (P4NE) is an international donor collaborative of philanthropic foundations, hosted by Swiss Philanthropy Foundation, with the vision of our economy redesigned for nature and all people to flourish. Our website gives more detail on our grant-making and field-building activities. Our six funding Partners are based in the UK, Switzerland, Denmark and the United States, and our current staff team, led by Director Jo Swinson, has 5 people (3.3 FTE) all of whom work remotely (currently based in the UK, Denmark and Switzerland).
Responsibilities to include:
- Managing the Director & Programme Officer’s diaries
- Arranging online and in-person meetings and events
- Booking travel and accommodation for the Director and Programme Officer
- Working closely with the Programme Officer and Director to provide administrative support around our grant-making
- Providing support and completing administrative tasks, as required, to contribute to the activities of the P4NE team
We welcome applications from people with one or more years of experience in a similar role, whether you are looking for a part time or full time position, as we will scope the duties accordingly.
Location: This role is home-based and can be done from the UK or Switzerland (cost of living adjustment will be made to the salary for applicants based in Switzerland). Candidates should be able to work remotely and be comfortable having colleagues and contacts in different locations and time zones.
Hours: Min 20 hours/max 40 hours per week, flexible hours possible over 3-5 days each week, to be mutually agreed with the successful applicant
HOW TO APPLY:
You do not need to send us a cover letter. Instead, please apply by answering these two questions, and attaching your CV:
- What is it about being part of the P4NE team that appeals to you and why are you a great fit for this role?
- In this role, you will be dealing with a variety of stakeholders and organisations. It's likely there will be many competing demands on your time - from scheduling for a busy Director and team, to arranging domestic and international travel; formatting documents, attending team meetings and managing inbox traffic. Describe how you would manage these competing demands and give us an example of how you have done this in the past.
Applications should be received no later than: Thursday 11 April at 9.00am
Please answer both questions and attach your CV.
Closing date for applications is 9am on Thursday 11 April 2024.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Role Profile
This is an opportunity for you to join an established charity that has an excellent reputation locally as a trusted partner and as a great place to work. You’ll be a part of a small, but committed team with big ambitions that works cohesively and effectively together to get things done. You will provide generalist level advice and casework focused on welfare benefits, housing and energy as well as offering non-monetary debt advice about priority debts and budgeting.
You’ll help people to understand their rights and responsibilities by exploring their problems in depth. You'll proactively encourage clients to take responsibility for completing actions to resolve problems themselves. Taking responsibility for cases and advocating on behalf of clients where appropriate.
You’ll work closely with our key partners across North Lincolnshire within the statutory and voluntary and community sectors and ensure clients receive a good quality and holistic service that supports individuals to remove the financial and psychological barriers to achieving positive outcomes and build resilience for the future.
This role is offered both on a trainee and a qualified basis. For the trainee position we’re not necessarily looking for someone who has previous experience working within the advice sector, as long as you’re empathetic and able to provide person-centred support in a non-judgemental way we can provide full training.
You’ll really be able to make the role your own. You’ll be a part of a small, but committed team with big ambitions that works cohesively and effectively together to get things done. You'll be an important and valued member of the team and, with the support of Citizens Advice North Lincolnshire, will be responsible for ensuring people focused outcomes are met in a pressurised environment.
What we offer our staff
We provide an employee assistance scheme managed by LifeWorks. Benefits include:
- 24/7 - 365 telephone helpline
- LifeWorks online support website
- LifeWorks app
- 6 sessions of face to face counselling per issue – unlimited issues per annum
- Employee legal helpline
- Consulting services – financial, debt advice, housing, relocation, parenting, eldercare, work performance, health and wellness advice and much more
- Childcare and eldercare matching service
- Savings on everyday purchases and life events
- Access for family members and dependants – excluding counselling and legal advice
Annual leave: Annual leave is 25 days from 1st January to 31st December, plus 8 bank holidays. We offer additional long service leave of 5 days after 4 years of employment
About the Foundation:
The Avicenna Foundation was set up in 2023 to to support outstanding young British Muslims by providing them with scholarships for their undergraduate degree. The scholarships are mainly focused on awarding scholarships in the Social Sciences and Humanities for those interested in politics, policy-making and becoming agents of positive change.
Alongside the scholarship, the Avicenna Foundation runs a development programme for the scholars to expand their skills and abilities in various areas like leadership, communication and collaboration.
The Foundation has developed immensely in the first year with the launch of the charity; onboarding of it’s first cohort of 30 scholars and the development of a leadership programme. It now needs propelling into the next stage as the charity develops to ensure a robust charity structure and programme in place.
Key Responsibilities:
Operations:
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the charity, and manage changes required within programmes and activities as a result of changing external landscapes or contexts.
- Implement strategies for advertising the scholarships, receiving and reviewing applications, shortlisting candidates, conducting interviews, and making final selection decisions. Some of these things are already in place and may need reviewing and enhancing.
- Work with the Scholar Development Coordinator to oversee the leadership development programme, provide guidance and help the programme to grow.
- Maintain regular communication with the scholars, their progress, and address any issues or concerns that may arise.
- Ensure programme objectives and outcomes align with the overall strategy and aims of the Foundation, and are realistic and achievable within timeframes and budgets.
- Organise any events, programmes necessary to the scholars.
- Use data to track progress and drive improvement; proactively manage risks; and ensure effective use of the Foundation’s resources and budgets allocated to you.
Governance:
- Provide leadership and guidance to achieve consistency of governance across all of the Foundation’s activities, from development, delivery, measurement and evaluation and reporting perspectives.
- Regular communication and updates to the board, prepare board papers and contribute to Trustee meetings as required.
- Create, maintain and ensure continued adoption of governance frameworks, policies and templates.
- Ensure implementation and maintenance of risk registers for the charity and across all programmes.
- Manage finances, budgeting, reporting, and record-keeping
- Prepare the Foundation’s annual report.
External Engagement
- Lead on strategic communications by developing and implementing an integrated public affairs and communication plan that are consistent with the goals and values of the Foundation.
- Building and cultivating exceptional diverse reciprocal partnerships across a wide range of stakeholder groups, grounded in delivering impact through collaboration.
- Work with educational partners to enhance the quality and effectiveness of the scholarship programme
- Leverage messaging and networks to positively impact the growth and reputation of the Foundation.
- Strengthen our brand reputation to maximise our impact and reach.
- Help identify, create and develop meaningful opportunities for the young people the Foundation works with.
- Establish an alumni network and support continuous professional development for alumni.
- Produce briefings and critical information for internal and external stakeholders, and review reports, submissions, and letters where appropriate.
Experience and Skills
This is not a prescriptive list, and we do not expect applicants to meet every item outlined below. We recognise that it can be hard to find the ideal balance of knowledge and skills for this role. We are open to what this balance is, so if you are stronger in one or the other area but think you could do the job please still apply, and tell us why the role is right for you.
Required
- An appreciation and understanding of the Foundation’s values and vision.
- Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written, combined with the ability to liaise with senior stakeholders.
- Experience in successful partnership working.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships, lead, influence and motivate others.
- Good financial acumen and experience of managing and working within set budgets.
- A proactive, flexible approach, and ability to progress work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Diplomatic approach and highly self-motivated with a positive and energetic attitude.
- Focuses on what matters most, setting priorities and adapting them where required, with the right level of communication.
- Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and organisational skills.
- Takes satisfaction in delivering work to a consistently high standard, and programmes on time and on budget.
- Communicates clearly and confidently to senior team members, and presents information effectively, at the right time, with the right level of information.
- Plans ahead, anticipates and reacts to change and project needs, and remains flexible and adaptive in the face of change.
- Experience of working to tight deadlines without close supervision.
- The ability to identify personal strengths and weaknesses, and a willingness to develop, adapt and learn
- A passion and interest in developing work streams to support the development of young people.
- A high level of digital literacy to include MS Office, G Suite, social media and other online platforms.
Advantageous
- Knowledge and experience in effective charity governance, with experience working within the charity/non-profit space.
- Understanding of the policy and campaign landscape in the UK as it relates to issues impacting students, young people and Muslim communities.
- Expertise in project/programme management with proven ability to manage complex projects, including the ability to develop and manage budgets, timelines, and resources.
- Structured thinking when working through problems, overcoming hurdles, mitigating risks and dealing with issues.
- Confidence in, and experience in, liaising with a wide range of stakeholders and project participants
- Previous work within areas of young people, local communities, or further education is a plus.
- An understanding of effective safeguarding (training can be provided, but experience an advantage)
- An undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a relevant field.
Please note that this job description is a guide to the work you will initially be required to undertake, but does not cover all of the duties the post holder may have to perform. Responsibilities will evolve over time, in discussion with the post holder.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a new Individual Giving Manager to join our team.
We are seeking an experienced insightful and dynamic Individual Giving Manager to help Nottingham Hospitals Charity take its individual giving income to the next level. As one of our most important income streams, we are looking for someone with a strategic and analytical mind to help guide and inform our next steps.
You will have a keen understanding of the importance of donor acquisition and retention, recognise the importance of working collaboratively with other income streams and be able to work closely with our marketing team. You will be well versed with Raiser’s Edge Database and understand the importance of GDPR in your everyday work.
As an equal opportunities employer, Nottingham Hospitals Charity is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us.
Nottingham Hospitals Charity offers a flexible working policy.
If you are looking to join one of the best performing NHS charities in the UK with a friendly and innovative team then we would like to hear from you.
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About Nottingham Hospitals Charity
Nottingham Hospitals Charity exists to support patients, families and staff at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, which includes the City Hospital, Queen’s Medical Centre, Nottingham Children’s Hospital, Hayward House palliative care centre and Ropewalk House hearing centre.
As one of the biggest NHS charities in the UK, Nottingham Hospitals Charity has raised over £60million in 17 years, to fund state-of-the-art specialist equipment, medical research projects, enhancements to the hospital environment, and staff support programmes.
This has recently included a £2.9million intra-operative MRI scanner, which has transformed the care of children with brain tumours, and a £300,000 appeal to support the wellbeing of NHS staff during the Covid-19 pandemic.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Staywell has two thriving, popular day centres offering a range of activities and support for older people with a range of needs. We need someone with excellent communication skills and a professional approach to work with our Day Services Manager, leading and supporting a large team of staff and volunteers.
You’ll need the ability to promote and foster a positive environment for both staff and clients, together with a willingness to be involved in all aspects of the operation of the centre.
If you would like an informal chat about this role before applying, please contact us (contact details on our website).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Toynbee Hall is looking to appoint a new Finance Officer who will support the production of accurate, timely financial and management accounts, budgets and forecasts as well as regular financial analysis of projects. They will carry out posting of the accounts from order processing through to completion of the annual accounts, and assist with financial reporting and VAT as required.
We are looking for someone who is experienced in sales and purchase ledger and who has accounting ability and analytical skills. This post holder will work closely with our Finance Manager and Finance Assistant to ensure the smooth running of the Finance function. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to gain or develop their Finance skills in a varied role within the charity sector and who wants to contribute their ideas to help shape our finance processes.
Toynbee Halls values are Inclusive, Courageous and Empowering and we encourage applications from those whose values align with ours.
Based in the East End of London since 1884, Toynbee Hall is a charity working alongside people facing poverty, injustice, and inequality to build a fairer East London. We provide vital advice and support, working in partnership to tackle unfairness and ensure everyone has an equal chance to thrive.
We have recently launched a new strategic plan which reinforces that our purpose is to build a fairer future with an end to poverty, injustice and inequality.
We work towards this by:
- Addressing poverty and injustice through advice and support and influencing systemic change.
- Shifting power to people and communities affected by injustice and inequality.
- Collaborating to end poverty and build fairer systems and institutions. What we want to see in the world starts with our community and our organisation.
This means:
- Working together to build a thriving local community where people have the resources they need, feel their voices are heard and are optimistic about the future.
- Being a good employer, where people are treated fairly, feel engaged and empowered, and work together to achieve our shared vision.
- Acknowledging the role Toynbee Hall has historically played in civic society while recognising that our role now is to shift power, to be an effective partner, and to amplify voices that are less likely to be heard.
What we learn from our work in east London we use to inform and influence wider policy – working to influence change in structures, systems and policies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £33,930 – £37,700 per annum pro rata + 8.5% pension contribution after successful completion of probation period.
Hours: Full-time or Part-time, minimum 3 days per week
Contract type: Permanent
Location: Battersea Library and home-working
Are you an experienced advice manager, or an advice supervisor looking to progress in your career? Are you passionate about helping others and looking for a challenging and rewarding role?
We are looking for a motivated individual to join our team as a Service Manager. This crucial role involves overseeing some of our health-related projects that work with health partners to get advice to people in the community who are most in need. These projects include the following; our Patient Welfare Advice Service – taking referrals from local GPs and social prescribers, our Community Mental Health Transformation Project – linking those experiencing poor mental health with welfare advice, plus others as required.
What will I be doing?
Make an impact every day by…
- Leading health projects, working with health partners to improve access to our advice services.
- Managing CAWs relationship with funders and commissioners; ensuring that reports and returns are completed to time and contracts are complied with - with a view to sustaining and potentially expanding funding for our projects and services.
- Ensuring the delivery of high-quality advice and information as part of these projects and services within the aims, policies, procedures and principles of the Citizens Advice service.
- Leading staff and volunteers to effectively perform their duties and responsibilities and ensure that advice staff and volunteers are supported, supervised, recruited and trained to perform their roles.
- Working collaboratively with the Management team, contributing to regular meetings developing services across the organisation.
What skills are we looking for?
We are looking for an empathetic and knowledgeable candidate with some experience in supervising advice staff and volunteers and an understanding of how funded projects work.
Citizens Advice Wandsworth is passionate about promoting equality, valuing diversity and working inclusively. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons particularly people with Disabilities and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic applicants, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.
What will I gain?
You will be part of a fast moving and exciting organisation, and part of a diverse and friendly team who are passionate about supporting people through hardship.
Here at Citizens Advice Wandsworth, we have a strong commitment to professional development and continuous training to help you develop and progress in your role.
We also offer these benefits:
- Access to training courses and professional development opportunities.
- Maternity, parental and caring leave paid above the statutory minimum.
- 8.5% pension contribution (after successful completion of your probation period).
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and clinical supervision.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Childcare voucher scheme.
- Generous leave entitlement, we give 25 days annual leave (with regular increases based on length of employment) plus public holidays and time off between Christmas and New Year.
- Option of flexible working arrangements where possible
For further information about the role and an application form, please visit our website via the apply button
Closing date: Monday 22nd April 9am
Interviews will be held: Thursday 25th April
Salary: Starting salary of £33,930 rising to £37,700 after 24 months + 8.5% pension contribution
(after satisfactory completion of your probation period).
Hours: Full time, option for part time and flexible working
Contract type: Permanent.
Location: Our offices in Battersea Library, with home working possible
Are you an experienced office or business manager, or do you have the skills and are looking for a new role? Are you passionate about helping others and looking for a challenging and rewarding role?
We are looking for a motivated individual to join our team as our Business Manager and Company Secretary. This is a unique and crucial position in our charity – it is not client-facing but is essential to the running of the organisation. We need someone motivated by our aims and dedicated to ensuring the smooth and efficient running of our ‘back-office’ functions.
What will I be doing?
The post-holder will lead on premises, facilities, finance and personnel and administration systems in order to support the effective delivery of CAW services to clients and management of the organisation.
Reporting to the CEO and responsible for the recruitment and management of administration volunteers, the post holder will take the lead on maintaining our office systems and processes.
What skills are we looking for?
1. Previous office administration experience, ideally including experience of:
- Providing administrative support.
- Administering finance systems
- HR administration
2. Methodical and well organised with the ability to work on own initiative, prioritise work, and meet deadlines.
3. Good numeracy skills for monitoring and analysis of statistics and budgets.
4. Good interpersonal, written and oral communication skills including ability to take accurate minutes.
5. Good computer skills including excel and other Office applications and Quickbooks
6. Flexible approach and willingness to work as part of a team.
7. Understanding of the aims, principles and values of the Citizens Advice Wandsworth service and its equality and diversity policies, and willingness to operate within them.
Citizens Advice Wandsworth is passionate about promoting equality, valuing diversity and working inclusively. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons particularly people with Disabilities and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic applicants, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.
What will I gain?
You will be part of a fast moving and exciting organisation, and part of a diverse and friendly team who are passionate about supporting people through hardship.
Here at Citizens Advice Wandsworth, we have a strong commitment to professional development and continuous training to help you develop and progress in your role.
We also offer these benefits:
- Access to training courses and professional development opportunities.
- Maternity, parental and caring leave paid above the statutory minimum.
- 8.5% pension contribution (after successful completion of your probation period).
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and clinical supervision.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Childcare voucher scheme.
- Generous leave entitlement, we give 25 days annual leave (with regular increases based on length of employment) plus public holidays and time off between Christmas and New Year.
- Option of flexible working arrangements where possible
For further information about the role and an application form, please visit our website via the apply button
Closing date: Wednesday 24th April 9am
Interviews will be held: W/c 29th April
Please note that within Settle's career structure and pay scale, this role is a Senior Officer position.
Settle is an award-winning charity that supports care-experienced young people as they move into their first home so they can confidently transition into independent living and thrive.
Benefits
- Scope to take real ownership in a fast-growing charity
- Flexible working arrangements
- Strong commitment to professional development with a dedicated training budget
- Annual performance and pay progression reviews
- Up to 5% pension contribution
- 40 days paid leave per year: 25 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 3 days between Christmas and New Year and 4 wellbeing days
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme offering free therapy
- Work phone and laptop
- A supportive and inclusive culture with regular team social events
This is an exciting time to join Settle as we look to invest in and grow our fundraising and development capabilities. As Senior Fundraising Officer, you’ll be working to generate income which will enable Settle to expand its provision, reach its strategic goals and, ultimately, make a real difference to the amazing young people we serve.
You’ll work closely with our senior leadership and support team to help deliver our fundraising strategy. Reporting directly to our Head of Fundraising, you’ll lead on writing grant applications, reporting to funders and managing our prospects pipeline and you’ll support the running of fundraising campaigns and events too. Because this role will have a strong focus on securing trust and foundation income, we are looking for an experienced grant-writer with a track record of writing successful grant applications and securing 5-figure sums, but we’d welcome experience of other types of fundraising too.
In joining Settle, you’ll be joining a fast growing and truly impactful organisation with lots of opportunity for progression and development within our friendly team. We are proud to have been voted one of Escape the City’s Top 100 companies to ‘escape’ to in 2021.
Our vision is a 21st century Britain where no young person is homeless and all young people get a fair chance at doing well.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join our growing Content team!
About the role
We’re looking for a confident Editorial Manager who is driven by insights and input from the Parkinson’s community, to develop and oversee the editorial production process and management of our key health content products and channels across the charity.
You’ll play a lead role in creating, editing and managing high-quality, engaging, and accessible content to help people in the Parkinson’s community manage their symptoms and live well with the condition.
What you’ll do:
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Manage the planning, scheduling and production of new and existing health content in different formats, across all channels (including web, email and print)
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Act as Editor of our flagship information and support magazine The Parkinson in print and digital
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Generate ideas and produce content that is relevant to readers and that meets their needs
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Use data and audience insight to deliver accurate, accessible and informative content for a diverse audience
What you’ll bring:
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Excellent writing and editing skills, with extensive experience of creating, improving, publishing and managing high-quality, accessible health content in different formats
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Knowledge of best practice in health information production and relevant standards, including PIF Tick
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Strong understanding of insight techniques and experience of involving users and data in developing and evaluating content
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Strong project management and prioritisation skills, with experience of managing feedback or signoff processes
Whilst this is advertised as a full time position, we are committed to being flexible in our roles and would consider part time working/ reduced hours, compressed hours or a job share. Please specify in your supporting statement if you are interested in a specific working pattern.
The vacancy will close 7 April 2024
Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
The Bridge Project is a well-established, vibrant Charity based in Bradford, with a dedicated team providing services to a broad range of people experiencing the effects of deprivation and health inequalities. Our mission is to empower people experiencing multiple barriers to achieve positive change.
We work with individuals, families, partners, and communities to improve people’s lives in a sustainable way, recognising that solutions are often complex and need to address a range of issues such as homelessness, substance misuse, offending, sex working, risk-taking behaviours, relationships, housing, physical and/or mental health, and employment.
We have an exciting opportunity and are looking for someone who shares our values and is passionate about what we do, to take on the role of Deputy Director of Business Development. This is a crucial role in securing funding to enable us to carry out our mission along with the long-term sustainability of the Charity.
You will work with the senior management team to develop and implement a Business Development Strategy, whilst growing established and new commissioning relationships, communicating effectively the need and impact that the Bridge Project has. It is therefore essential that you have good interpersonal, leadership and negotiation skills with a positive and enthusiastic approach in order to work collaboratively, in partnership and across the organisation.
We are looking for someone who has 2 years’ demonstratable experience of writing high quality, innovative and successful bids and competitive tendering, with experience in the substance misuse, criminal justice, health or related sector. However, we would like to hear from experienced bid writers who wish to further their career and develop into this role over time. An ability to work independently and to meet tight deadlines is essential.
This is a full-time permanent role working with a supportive team, on a hybrid basis, 3 days in the office and 2 days from home. A willingness to undergo a standard DBS check is a requirement of the post.
In return we can offer a competitive salary, 4% pension contribution, excellent annual leave entitlement, employee assistance scheme, life insurance and a programme of mindfulness activities for staff. The Bridge Project is a Mindful Employer.
You must complete the Bridge Project’s application form in order to be considered for the role. No CV’s are accepted. No Employment Agencies please.
The closing date for completed applications is 9.00 am on Monday 22 April 2024.
Shortlisting will take place on Wednesday 24 April 2024.
Interviews will be held on the afternoons of Wednesday 1 May/Thursday 2 May 2024.
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Project Manager
We have an exciting opportunity for a Neighbourhood Network Scheme Project Manager to join Age Uk Birmingham, an organisation making a real difference in people’s lives.
Position: Neighbourhood Network Scheme Project Manager
Location: Birmingham
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Salary: £30,495.40 per annum + benefits
Benefits: Pension and healthcare scheme benefits.
Closing Date: Friday 12th April 2024 - please note – the organisation will be interviewing candidates as they apply, so early applications are recommended.
About the Role
Are you a dynamic, highly motivated, and proactive individual looking for your next challenge?
We are looking for a Project Manager who is passionate about making a real difference to communities to lead the Edgbaston Neighbourhood Team.
The successful candidate will enjoy engaging with people at all levels, from Commissioners and Social Workers to small grassroots community groups. Confident in your communication and presentation skills, whether written or verbal you will enjoy building partnerships and relationships in Edgbaston and the citywide NNS Programme to support and grow the community offer to people aged 50 and over as well as younger adults with additional needs.
Key responsibilities of the Neighbourhood Network Scheme Project Manager will include:
- To lead the project and achieve the key contract deliverables (including mapping assets, facilitating a Steering Group, working with community groups to secure funding for their work, analysing needs and gaps, offering capacity-building support etc.)
- To be responsible for the day-to-day management of the NNS workers
- To manage expenditure within allocated budgets
- To coordinate the sub-contracting relationship with the supporting provider in Edgbaston to achieve NNS outcomes.
- Produce quarterly monitoring reports for commissioning officers
- Create and implement an effective marketing plan to promote the project.
- To manage the process of maintaining accurate and up-to-date records for all activities and ensuring internal and external reporting requirements are met.
- To develop partnerships with key stakeholders such as Health & Social Care Workers and other voluntary sector organisations.
- To represent Age UK Birmingham at strategic partnership meetings.
- To attend and participate actively in all Operations and Management Team Meetings as and when required.
- To ensure risk assessments are carried out for all activities and health and safety procedures are followed.
- To ensure the safeguarding process and reporting mechanisms are followed
About You
To succeed in the role of Neighbourhood Network Scheme Project Manager, your key skills will include:
- Experience of people management
- Experience in project management
- Experience working in partnership with Adult and Social care teams
- Experience of working within deprived communities, voluntary sector or charities
- Experience with community engagement methods
- An understanding of issues affecting older people and the Adult and Social Care Agenda
- Understanding and commitment to the principles of good practice in relation to equality and diversity.
- Experience in using social media and online platforms to promote activities
· Well organised with the ability to plan and prioritise and multi-task
· Highly motivated and proactive
· Strong people management skills, including performance management and professional development
· IT skills e.g. Microsoft Office, databases etc.
· Ability to work to targets and outputs to achieve funding contract requirements.
· Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, with people at all levels
· Degree qualification or equivalent
· Evidence of training appropriate to the post
About the Organisation
Age UK Birmingham is an independent local charity, working to support the older people of the City of Birmingham and the Metropolitan Borough of Sandwell. They have been working in the local community to help older people for 30 years in various forms.
The organisation is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and diversity within our organisation and in relation to the recruitment and selection of staff.
You may have experience in areas such as Project Manager, Project Coordinator, Senior Project Manager, Business Strategy & Programme Manager, Business Strategy & Programme Project Manager, Strategy Manager, Project Lead, Project Officer, Implementation Lead.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Purpose of role:
To excel against targets in the provision of an effective supported Money Advice debt casework service that is compliant against quality standards including the MaPS quality of advice framework; ensuring that clients receive their full entitlement to all benefits, receive appropriate financial capability support and experience a positive customer experience from Citizens Advice Liverpool.
To be successful in this role, you will need to be confident, motivated and willing to try new things, have excellent communication skills with an ability to work under pressure to achieve targets and outcomes with minimum supervision.
To be appointed as a Money Advice Caseworker, you will need to have knowledge and experience of complex debt casework, covering priority and non-priority debt advice, options and insolvency solutions.
About us
The first Citizens Advice opened in Liverpool on 4th September 1939, established in the aftermath of the first world war and provided, amongst other initiatives, a casework service for families in need.
Since then, we have continued to grow as a frontline service, finding innovative solutions to the advice needs of our community through free, confidential and independent advice and information services.
Citizens Advice Liverpool is a charity, dependent on a workforce of paid staff and over 120 trained volunteers. We operate over four permanent sites (Belle Vale, Garston, Walton & Wavertree) and over 30 outreach locations in the city, which we are continually reviewing to ensure we are reaching the people most in need of our services. We have also developed a mobile phone app which acts as a single point of access for Citizens Advice in Liverpool, showing where to find advice in real time, access to self-help information, and telephone, WhatsApp, email & webchat advice.
We are a member of "National Citizens Advice", which provides the extensive information system we use to advise clients and sets standards for advice, training, equal opportunities and accessibility in our offices.
We receive funding from Liverpool City Council; which helps support our generalist advice service which gives advice on a wide range of subjects such as; benefits, work, debt & money, consumer, family, housing, law & courts, immigration and health. We also receive funding from other major contributors which helps run our specialist advice projects.