"Events Manager" Jobs in Europe
With the recent publication of the first national Kinship Care Strategy, this is an exciting time to join our growing and impact driven charity. Importantly, you’ll be committed to our mission to improve recognition and support for kinship families, and you’ll be ready to play an integral role in creating a system that works for kinship families so they are more able to find the support they need, when they need it.
Kinship is seeking to recruit an experienced individual to lead on developing strategic relationships with partners to support the successful delivery of our new national Kinship Carer Training and Support Service, funded by the Department for Education.
This role will suit a proactive and dynamic individual with the ability to plan and deliver a national approach to map organisations and services that are in contact with kinship families, develop effective relationships, and create referral pathways into the Training and Support Service. Working with a range of stakeholders including schools, healthcare providers, national and local charities, and cultural and faith organisations, you will help connect the ecosystem of support for kinship families across England.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, accurate and timely use of our Salesforce CRM, effective collaboration across teams within Kinship and excellent attention to detail will be key to achieving our goals.
What you'll be doing:
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Working with the Head of Network Development to plan and execute a new strategic approach to developing partnerships with relevant organisations
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Building an up-to-date and accurate picture of the organisations in contact with kinship families
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Leading on the development and ongoing management of partnerships across a wide range of organisations including education and health, charities and cultural and faith groups
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Establishing connections between partner organisations, the Training and Support team, peer support groups, Kinship’s services, and the wider ecosystem of kinship support
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Proactively using our Salesforce CRM database to record, collate, and analyse information to inform delivery and evidence effectiveness of your work
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Collaborating effectively with internal colleagues and external partners to collect and share information and to develop and deliver effective plans to reach and engage kinship carers
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Collaborating with the marketing team to develop integrated plans or reaching and promoting Kinship to key organisations
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Being a credible and knowledgeable face of Kinship, including preparing and delivering high quality presentations, in person and online, to raise awareness about the Training and Support Service and other services and programmes
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Promoting available resources including the online information hub, Kinship Compass to kinship carers
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Collaborating with partners to attend awareness raising workshops on the Training and Support Service, establish referral pathways, and improve signposting to support
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In collaboration with the training team, supporting the development and delivery of high quality and engaging training and support roadshows and events for kinship carers
What you’ll need to demonstrate:
Essential Requirements include:
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Experience of delivering a strategic engagement plan to develop strong, collaborative relationships with a range of stakeholders, ideally in a relevant role and organisation
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Experience of proactively and successfully identifying and securing new relationships, managing a pipeline, and account managing relationships
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Excellent project management skills with proven ability to work across teams and coordinate work and activity to achieve organisational objectives
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Ability to respond quickly and effectively to external opportunities and developments
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Excellent communication skills, with an ability to present information clearly, accurately, and persuasively
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Ability to represent Kinship confidently and effectively with a range of audiences
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Experience of using databases to manage and build relationships (ideally Salesforce)
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Experience of working in a fast-paced environment, responding with flexibility and agility to changing and competing priorities and emerging opportunities
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Able to work on own initiative and take responsibility for own area of work
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Ability to apply Equalities, Diversity and Inclusion Principles in all areas of work
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Empathetic, with an understanding of the lived experience of kinship carers and the children and young people they care for.
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Confident user of Word, Excel and PowerPoint
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Ability to travel to meet the needs of the role
Desirable
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Experience of kinship care
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Own vehicle and clean driving license
Kinship is an equal opportunities employer. We warmly welcome applications from appropriately qualified people from all sections of the community and aim to promote diversity.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced National Programme Manager to join The Phoenix Way team. The National Programme Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management and oversight of our fund, ensuring its effective implementation and impact. This is a key leadership role that requires strong project management skills, strategic thinking,and a passion for driving meaningful change.
The National Programme Manager will be working closely with the National Convenor, The Phoenix Way National Leadership Group (NLG), Global Fund for Children (GFC) and national and regional panels to co-design a collaborative grant-making process.
They will support the development and implementation of the overarching Phoenix Way vision, national and regional plans, which include infrastructure development support, ensuring a consistent approach to grant-making across the nations and regions in line with programme and funder requirements.
Candidates must respond to the 3 questions and submit their CV.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Age UK have an exciting opportunity for a diversity, equity and inclusion subject matter expert to join our organisation to lead on the coordination and delivery of diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across our Network of 130+ local and independent partners. You will work with the Network to scope areas of good practice and areas for development, coordinate the sharing of learning and resources and organise and facilitate webinars, workshops and training.
You will have strong knowledge and experience of embedding diversity, equity and inclusion principles and practices into an organisation and delivering measurable change, excellent stakeholder management, communication and facilitation skills, and the ability to bring people together and work collaboratively across a multi-organisational environment.
The role reports to the Age UK National, Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and is fixed term for 18 months.
We operate a hybrid-working model, this role will include regular travel to partners across the Network, on-site visits in London and you'll spend the rest of the time working from home.
Following Age UK's shortlisting process, successful applicants will be invited to attend an in-person interview at our offices in London on Monday 22nd April or Tuesday 23 April 2024.
Must haves:
Experience:
- Embedding diversity, equity and inclusion principles and practices into an organisation and delivering measurable change.
- Producing equity, diversity and inclusion policies, procedures and resources.
- Working collaboratively and building networks with a diverse range of people across a multi-organisational environment.
- Organising and delivering training, workshops and seminars to a range of audiences using different delivery methods and platforms.
Knowledge:
- In-depth subject matter expertise in diversity, equity and inclusion.
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of relevant legal, data, governance and compliance obligations.
Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels verbally and in writing.
- Analytical, with the ability to collect and interpret data to inform decision-making and measure impact.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Comfortable constructively challenging others to drive positive change.
- Able to travel across the UK including occasional overnight stays.
What we offer in return
- Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
- Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, health cashback plan and EAP
- Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
- Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
- Blue Light Card Scheme
- You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.
Additional Information
This opportunity is offered on a fixed-term basis of 18 months.
All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview.
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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JOB TITLE: Diversity and Inclusion in Grocery Senior Project Manager
REPORTING TO: Head of Diversity and Inclusion in Grocery
DEPARTMENT: Fundraising & Communications
The Charity
GroceryAid has been the charity for the grocery industry since 1857. It provides free and confidential welfare support to anyone working in the grocery industry, from the first day of their employment. More than 350 of the most well-known grocery retailers and Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) brands support the charity, enabling us to help more than 44,000 people in the last twelve months alone. The charity raises funds through a highly respected yearly events calendar and the Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) in Grocery programme.
D&I in Grocery Programme
The programme is delivered and facilitated by GroceryAid, with the support of the Strategy Steering Group and three workstream steering groups, it is a programme truly created for the industry by the industry. With over 90 FMCG partners, it is the largest collaboration of FMCG brands, working towards the common goal to accelerate a truly diverse and inclusive grocery industry. In 2023 the programme provided over 12,562 learning hours across 64 D&I topics. The programme benefits its partners through:
- A 12-month cross-industry mentoring programme which provides equity and opportunity to historically underrepresented communities
- Shared learning resources within The Partner Hub including podcasts, monthly learning labs and cross industry ERG Forums
- D&I in Grocery Live! unites the industry once a year, at the largest D&I event in the grocery sector
- Tracks tangible progress annually through the new D&I in Grocery Maturity Model
- Connects partners on different topics to share and learn from each other to accelerate their journey
Main purpose of the role
As a senior member of the D&I in Grocery team, you will play an integral part in managing partners and supporting them through their D&I journey. Lead on the Mentoring workstream and manage D&I in Grocery’s first ever Maturity Model. The role suits someone with outstanding stakeholder management skills and excellent project management capabilities. The role requires the ability to manage several priorities simultaneously and be flexible in approach to changing responsibilities across workstreams due to the nature of the D&I landscape and fast spaced industry.
Main responsibilities of the role
- Ownership of partner accounts. Building top quality relationships to achieve maximum engagement and support partners with their D&I journey. Ensuring retention year on year
- Lead on the Mentoring workstream with the support of the Mentoring Steering Group
- Lead on the future development of the Maturity Model with the support of the Maturity Model Subgroup and Head of D&I
- Be an advocate of the programme, a supportive team member and champion GroceryAid values
Relationship Management
- Build relationships and manage high profile partner accounts, across three touchpoints a year to support them on their D&I journey. Discussing maturity model results, gaining insight, and ensuring partners are utilising all aspects of the programme and encouraging connections to accelerate change.
- Utilising relationships to create leads for hosting webinars, sharing content, and joining steering groups
- Support the Senior Relationship Manager to deliver three virtual Partner Session events a year
- Achieve revenue targets across retention and acquisition
Mentoring Programme
- Lead on the delivery of the Mentoring workstream and gain feedback for future improvements
- Manage the Mentoring Steering Group, working with them to deliver on the programme’s vision, deliver virtual onboarding events, in person mentee networking events and cohort graduations
- Successfully match over 220+ mentees and 220+ mentors and support candidates on their journey
- Capture the diversity of each year’s cohort and analyse the data for review and to set future key performance indicators (KPIs)
Maturity Model
- Lead on future developments of the model with the Maturity Model subgroup
- With the support of the project co-ordinator manage the model and run analytics as and when needed
- Lead on the yearly completion window cycle to ensure a high completion rate across the partnership, guidance to partners, report delivery and industry score generation
Project Management
- Responsible for end-to-end project and event delivery, on time, in scope, to budget and highlighting risks
- Ownership of project governance with steering / subgroups, through creating agendas, accurate minutes, proposals, and yearly roadmap. Succession planning for Chair and Deputy Chair rotations every two years
- Track and achieve KPI’s across the programme scorecard
- Responsible for ensuring all stakeholders internally and externally are brought on the journey
- Manage platforms and contracted suppliers to deliver to a high standard
- Drive innovation and identify new revenue streams to support the GroceryAid Welfare offer
- Work with marketing team on communication plans to build awareness and Relationship Management team to achieve KPI’s
- Update Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database with key contacts and information, providing regular reports and analysis
- Own administrative tasks
Additional duties
- Supportive team member across the programme, including support at D&I in Grocery Live! event
- When required, attending GroceryAid events, to build relationships and support the Fundraising Team
- Active member of the D&I community, gaining insight and sharing ideas to benefit the programme
Experience and skills
- Proven project management experience on varying workstreams feeding into overall strategy
- Experience of gaining trust and building strong relationships at Director level
- Ability to multi-task, solve problems and analyse data and information
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy whilst working under pressure
- Proficient in using: Microsoft office 365, Zoom, and CRM platforms
- A passion/ personal interest in improving Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace and beyond
Behaviors
- Highly motivated self-starter with ambition to make things happen in a consistent and transparent way
- Proactive in approach with a curious mindset to identifying efficient ways of working
- Not afraid to challenge and be brave and bold in approach to drive positive change
- Can work autonomously, and be part of a successful dynamic team
- Additional Information:
- Location: Hybrid working currently Monday and Wednesday in the office with the option to work from home on other days. Office based in Sandhurst, Berkshire and can be used 5 days a week if you prefer.
- Salary: £45,000 depending on experience
- Contract: Permanent
- Hours: 34 per week. Core hours Monday to Friday, 10am to 3pm. Other hours for the week to be in agreement with your line manager.
- Benefits:
- Annual Leave of 25 days, plus national holidays and three days off given between Christmas to New Year
- Buying and selling of annual leave plus national holidays
- Company sick pay in addition to statutory sick pay
- Excellent pension scheme
- Life Assurance
- Option of private health and dental insurance
- Market leading Employee Assistance Programme
- Monthly Wellbeing Allowance
- Flu vaccinations paid for by GroceryAid
- Free GroceryAid office parking
GroceryAid is proud to deliver the D&I in Grocery Programme which is helping us on our own diversity and inclusion journey. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all walks of life.
To apply please email your CV and covering note for consideration.
This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for volunteering and working with older people to join a well established charity that has volunteers and volunteer involvement at the heart of our service delivery. Link Age Southwark is a local charity based in the London borough of Southwark. Our vision is for friendly local communities where older people thrive. We offer a range of services to older people and those living with a diagnosis of dementia and volunteers play a significant role in supporting our offer to older people. Our services include: volunteer befriending, social, exercise and activity groups, large social events as well as dementia specialist services. We are looking for someone dynamic and enthusiastic to join our Volunteering and Events team and help us achieve our vision. Your role will be focused on the recruitment, management and support of volunteers. We currently have over 350 volunteers who fulfil a range of roles. Link Age Southwark has previously been awarded the Queens Award for Volunteer Services and holds the Investing in Volunteers kitemark for volunteer involvement.
Please submit a CV and covering letter. In your cover letter please let us know why you are interested in this role with Link Age Southwark. The more you put in your letter the better sense we can get of your interest which helps with shortlisting. We would prefer it if you didn't use AI to write your letter but if you do then please do try to have your tone of voice in the letter as that is how people stand out from the crowd. Please also look at where you live in London compared to where we are - East Dulwich in Southwark - as you will need to be in the office two days per week. Interviews for this role will take place on the 24th April 2024 at our office.
About the role
Join us at the forefront of social change as our new Events & Digital Marketing Officer. You'll play a pivotal role in managing way we engage with our audiences, so that we amplify our mission to end poverty in the UK.
In this dynamic role, you’ll spearhead the marketing and delivery of high-profile (virtual and in-person) events as well as other content. You’ll be harnessing the power, reach and capabilities of digital platforms to ensure we engage the right stakeholders which include policymakers, sector experts and the public. Your job will be to provide expert advice on how best to reach out and connect with them, and then making that happen.
About You
We’re looking for someone who’s motivated by bringing the right people together to drive meaningful change. For this role you’ll need to be passionate about tackling social injustice and want to play a part in making a difference for people trapped in poverty in the UK.
With a background in B2B digital marketing and demonstrable experience in managing end-to-end event marketing campaigns, you will use your knowledge to gain a clear picture of JRF’s audiences and the content they engage with. You’ll have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to quickly build a strong rapport with internal and external stakeholders, whilst managing multiple ongoing projects.
About Joseph Rowntree Foundation
We are an independent social change organisation, working to support and speed up the transition to a more equitable and just future, free from poverty, where people and planet can flourish. For us, ending poverty in the UK is a moral cause: to ensure dignity and respect for everyone, and to address exclusion and powerlessness.
Our work is supported by about 150 permanent staff across York, London and Glasgow.
How to Apply: If you are excited about the opportunity and want to contribute JRF’s mission we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and supporting cover letter via our online application platform.
Application Deadline: 21st April 2024 (23:59)
Interviews expected to take place: w/c 29th April. Interviews will take place online.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
JRF is fully committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in our sector. We want this to be reflected in the diversity of the people who work for us and we are particularly interested in applications from people from all backgrounds. JRF is a Disability Confident employer and will offer interviews to disabled candidates that meet the essential criteria required to undertake the role. For those roles which allow it, we’re developing a more blended approach to how and where you work based on individual needs.
We know that a commitment to equity must run through all aspects of our work: from the partners we engage or fund, through our research, to our own internal culture and commitment to inclusion. That is why, through our work, we centre the experiences of those who are so often disadvantaged by structural barriers – people who are disabled, those from minoritised ethnic communities and individuals who suffer discrimination based on their sexual orientation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced marketing communications professional to work with our Executive Director and small staff team to help us meet the needs of 1000+ members working on a wide range of policies and programmes in the UK and internationally.. This role will be varied and involve significant elements of the full range of marketing and communications activity, leading on campaigns to increase membership, grow our training and events programme and deepen our influence with government, academic, private and voluntary sector stakeholders.
You can be based anywhere in the UK and we offer up to 10% employer contribution to your pension.
We are particularly seeking someone with experience of working in a social sciences, science or evaluation-focussed organisation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Role: Regional Poppy Appeal Manager – London Poppy Day & Partnerships
Location: London, Southwark (Hybrid 2 Days per week)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 35 Hours per week
Salary: £41,172 to £44,232 (Inclusive of London Supplement)
Would you like to take on an exciting challenge raising over a £1m in one day by spearheading London Poppy Day, in addition to playing a key role in managing national partnerships?
The Poppy Appeal is the UK’s largest charity appeal and holds a special place in society each November. London Poppy Day stands as the highlight of this, generating over £1 million in a one-day street collection across central London. Spearheading this endeavour, you will collaborate with a diverse project team to orchestrate LPD, coordinating with Regional Poppy Appeal Managers nationwide to oversee partnership activities. Your attention to detail will ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and legislation, while implementing robust risk management processes.
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
In this influential position, you'll engage stakeholders at all organisational levels, securing internal support for LPD and regional initiatives. Externally, you'll cultivate relationships with influential volunteers, event sponsors, and partner organisations, maximising fundraising potential and impact.
Responsible for achieving income targets exceeding £1M for LPD and managing an expenditure budget of around £100K, you'll conduct comprehensive reviews to shape future LPD activities and partnership strategies. Additionally, you'll contribute to cross-functional projects benefiting the broader Poppy Appeal delivery, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
If you're ready to lead a high-profile fundraising initiative and make a meaningful impact supporting veterans and their families, we invite you to join our dedicated team at the Royal British Legion.
Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts.
You will be contracted to our London Hub, Haig House. Under our Future Working framework, there will be some flexibility for working remotely/at home, using our collaboration tools to work with colleagues but with a minimum expectation of two days/week connecting directly face-to-face with colleagues at the hub.
For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
Closing Date: 14th April 2024
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
The Middlesbrough Programme on Gendered Poverty is an exciting collaborative programme bringing together Buttle UK, the Smallwood Trust and Turn2us to test whether a co-produced & collaborative approach to grant-making can transform the lives of women and their children.
The programme aims to:
- Shift power to people worst impacted by gendered poverty and work to end gendered poverty
- Develop the programme using co-production techniques so that the voices and experiences of the women and their children, who face issues created by gendered poverty, inform and shape the programme
- Deliver the programme with and to communities of the most marginalised women and their children
- Apply an evidence-based approach to our work and programme design
- Use grants as a primary response and tool, effectively and efficiently
- Learn as we go and work to understand how intersections of inequality impact on our grant making
- Identify opportunities to influence other grant makers and policies to support wider system change.
We are seeking an energetic, organised and passionate Programme Manager who will work with us to take this programme to the next level. We want this project to be led and informed by the women affected by gendered poverty because we know it will help us have a greater impact and shift power.
The Programme Manager sits with Turn2us’ Local Programmes Team alongside two other programmes working with communities to achieve financial security for all.
We offer flexible working patterns, both in terms of hours and remote working, however regular in person work in Middlesbrough and London will be required.
Please note that all job offers are subject to 2 – 3 satisfactory references and an advanced disclosure satisfactory to Turn2us from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).
Closing date: 17th April 2024
Interview date: w/c 22nd April 2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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RABI is the charity at the heart of farming, providing expert mental health and wellbeing support, as well as financial, emotional and practical help to farming people in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Our team is based across England and Wales and work closely with their extensive regional networks of specialist partners, local authorities and support organisations. The charity’s grants empower farming people to become financially resilient, and their expert mental health support builds emotional resilience to help farming people feel better equipped to tackle the many uncertainties and challenges that our farming communities face today.
Summary of the role and key purpose
RABI is seeking a talented and experienced Digital Communications Manager to play a key role in evolving our digital communication strategy and online presence. Reporting to the Head of Communications, the role involves overseeing all aspects of digital communications, managing social media platforms and coordinating the development of engaging content across multiple channels. The Digital Communications Manager will play a vital role in strategizing, executing, and evaluating digital initiatives to effectively convey RABI’s mission and impact, The new role will also project manage the development of a new RABI website.
This is a fantastic opportunity to help transform how RABI delivers its digital communications whilst working as part of a vibrant and supportive Communications team.
Key Responsibilities:
Digital Strategy Development
- Develop and implement a comprehensive digital communications strategy aligned with RABI’s organisational aims.
- Identify new digital trends and technologies to enhance RABI’s digital presence.
Social Media Management
- Manage and grow RABI’s national social media accounts (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) to increase quality engagement and followers.
- Develop and own RABI’s social media content calendar, working with internal departments and external partners to ensure monthly content is written and mapped in advance.
- Audit and redesign RABI’s regional and local RABI social media accounts, developing toolkits and guidance for RABI’s Volunteering team.
- Create compelling and shareable content, including graphics, videos, and articles to effectively communicate RABI’s initiatives and success stories.
- Collaborate with RABI partners to create eye-catching social media content for media announcements.
Internal Communications
- Support and help to develop RABI’s internal communications platform.
Website Management and Development
- Project manage the development of a new website for RABI, working closely with the IS team and external web developers to create a multi-purpose site integrated with RABI’s new CRM.
- Oversee the transition to the new website, ensuring a seamless user experience and alignment with RABI’s brand identity.
- Ensure the website is optimised for search engines, accessibility and user engagement.
Content Creation
- Produce and/or share high-quality and engaging digital content, including blog posts, website articles, videos, and infographics, to promote RABI’s programs and events.
- Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to gather content and stories from the farming community.
Data Analysis and Reporting
- Analyse digital communication metrics and use insights to refine strategies, enhance engagement and measure the impact of online initiatives.
- Prepare monthly social media reports for the Head of Communications to share as part of a monthly communications update to staff, highlighting successes and key performance indicators.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate with internal departments and external agencies to create online campaigns and appeals, driving engagement, support and fundraising opportunities.
- Build and maintain relationships with influencers, ambassadors, partners and supporters to expand RABI’s reach and impact.
Crisis Management
- Monitor social media channels and respond promptly to comments, messages, and inquiries, including managing any negative feedback or crises effectively and professionally.
Key Relationships:
Internal: Communications Team and other relevant departments including Partnerships, Fundraising, Volunteering and Service Delivery.
External: External service providers, partners, and stakeholders in the agricultural sector.
Person Specification:
Essential:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Digital Media or a related field.
- Proven experience (minimum 5 years) in digital communications, social media management, content creation, strategy creation and website development.
- Demonstrated experience in project managing website development projects, ensuring successful implementation and seamless user experience.
- Strong understanding of digital marketing principles, including SEO, analytics tools, and emerging trends in the digital space.
- Exceptional writing and editing skills with the ability to produce engaging content tailored for various online platforms and diverse audiences.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Expertise in SEO strategies and implementation to enhance visibility and ranking of RABI’s content.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners.
- Flexible and adaptable work approach, able to adjust to changing priorities and work independently in a hybrid and remote work environment.
- Prior experience in effectively managing online crises and responding to negative feedback on social media.
Desirable:
- Knowledge and experience of Microsoft Dynamics 365 - Customer Insights.
- Previous experience of using Meltwater.
- Previous experience in a charitable or non-profit organisation.
- Knowledge of the agricultural sector and farming communities.
- Experience in training and capacity-building initiatives.
This role profile is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder according to future developments at RABI.
Early applications are encouraged for this position as shortlisting and interviews will take place on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a suitable application prior to the deadline.
RABI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aims to ensure that all employment practices secure equality of opportunity and that no prospective or current employee receives less than favourable treatment at RABI as a result of their sex, sexual orientation, age, race, religion, belief, ethnic origin, disability, marital, or for any other reason which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Our recruitment process strives to ensure that individuals are selected only based on their relevant skills, experience, qualifications and abilities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are excited to be recruiting for a Senior Celebrity Liaison Executive to project manage celebrity relationships for Age UK and Age International, organising in-person activities, researching new partnerships, and creating regular cultivation opportunities.
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering our ambitious strategy to grow the Charity's pool of celebrity supporters, joining the Cultivation and Celebrities team which sits within our newly created Communications and Brand division.
This is a hybrid role, a blend of homebased and office working. The expectation is that you will attend our London office at least once a week - the team currently attend the office on Wednesdays. There may also be additional office days to support events and attend meetings.
Please see job description for all responsibilities.
Must haves:
* Proven experience of working with and influencing celebrities, securing high level support for charity campaigns and events.
* Strong social skills and proven experience of communicating with a wide range of audiences and stakeholders (written and oral).
* Relationship building skills and proven networking experience.
* Excellent organisational, planning and project management skills.
* Ability to prioritise workloads, manage competing demands and work under pressure to tight deadlines.
* Self-motivated and proactive, with a can-do attitude.
* Excellent attention to detail.
* Good working knowledge of MS Office products and databases.
* Understanding of risk management.
* Excellent problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work collaboratively.
* A keen interest in celebrities and entertainment news, and knowledge of digital influencers.
* Be an expert in your field and provide consultancy to your colleagues when needed around how celebrities can add value to their campaigns and projects.
* Experience of managing multiple and often conflicting priorities
Other relevant details:
* Assist at celebrity visits/appearances and events that may fall outside of office hours, including travel and overnight stays.
* Required to attend external meetings in person, representing Age UK and Age International.
* Demonstrate empathy and understanding for the issues faced by older people.
* Work and support across the wider Events and Celebrities Team as required.
What we offer in return
- Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
- Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, health cashback plan and EAP
- Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
- Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
- Blue Light Card Scheme
- You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.
Additional Information
All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview.
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career journey, driving participation in impactful fundraising events as an Events Partnerships Coordinator at the Royal British Legion?
Join us as an Events Partnerships Coordinator at the Royal British Legion, contributing to a meaningful cause by activating local communities across the UK. In this role, you'll drive participation in fundraising events and engage with local businesses, military bases, and community groups to maximise involvement. Your responsibilities include managing event budgets, planning and executing acquisition campaigns, and building strong relationships with key stakeholders.
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
As part of our award-winning events team, you'll play a fundamental role in the success of our diverse portfolio, from cycling and running events to bespoke initiatives like Poppy Walks and Survival Challenges. Your community-focused approach, knowledge of military networks, and proven experience in building relationships will be crucial in achieving participant recruitment targets.
Working closely with the Events Partnerships Manager, you'll contribute to on-the-day event delivery, ensuring a first-class supporter experience. Your role involves marketing and promotion, identifying local opportunities, and utilising free promotional avenues to maximise event exposure.
If you're passionate about events, community engagement, and making a positive impact, join us on this exciting journey. Bring your enthusiasm, result-oriented approach, and proactive attitude to build relationships and promote events within the community. Own transport is essential, and work mileage will be reimbursed. Be part of a dedicated team, delivering outstanding fundraising events for families and supporting the mission, objectives, and values of the Royal British Legion.
Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts.
You will be contracted to our London Hub. Under our Future Working framework, there will be some flexibility for working remotely/at home, using our collaboration tools to work with colleagues but with a minimum expectation of two days/week connecting directly face-to-face with colleagues at the hub.
For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
Closing Date: 31st March 2024
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
If you require the job advert or job description in an alternative format, please contact 0808 802 8080.
Age UK is recruiting! With over 250 locations across the UK, our stores raise funds for some of the incredible services and support provided by the charity.
We have an exciting opportunity to join our fantastic Hull St. Andrews team as an Assistant Manager.
Our amazing Assistant Managers support our Store Managers in all aspects of the business, helping to guide and support our valued team of Sales Assistants and volunteers while ensuring customers are provided with an exemplary shop experience.
If you have a passion for retail and would like to use your skills within a charity that supports thousands of older across the UK, then this may be the role for you!
You will have:
- The ability to work collaboratively and consultatively with the Shop Manager
- Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's.
- Be able to lead a team of volunteers and staff
- Ability to delegate and coach staff
- Excellent customer services skills
- The ability to manage time under conflicting priorities
- IT literacy and numeracy skills
Ideally you will also have:
- The ability to understand and establish successful retail processes
- Ability to understand basic financial reports
- Experience in a customer facing role
What we offer in return:
- A 28 hour working week
- 25 days holiday (pro-rata) + bank holiday allowance
- A generous pension - we will contribute 8%
- Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub
- Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan
- Tickets for Good - Free and discounted tickets for events
Additional Information
To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff.
All CVs and covering letters will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview. We are trialling this functionality to strengthen our recruitment process and offer a fair, unbiased selection process.
Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Public Voice is a partner in the Haringey Advice Partnership (HAP) which is delivering the Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) service in Haringey from April 2022 to March 2025 with an option to extend for a further four years. Our role is to provide information and signposting for health and social care enquiries and develop the outreach and engagement activity to identify needs in the community and target specific community groups who are less familiar with IAG services.
The HAP Project Manager is responsible for managing Public Voice’s overall contribution to the Haringey Advice Partnership and project, ensuring Public Voice meets and reports on its targets and outcomes. This includes leading the outreach activities for HAP on behalf of Public Voice, arranging and attending drop-in sessions across the borough, and working in close collaboration with a variety of community stakeholders to reach those in need of HAP support.The Project Manager will be an active member of the HAP programme management team.
If you have experience and an interest in community development and enjoy working and engaging with people and are passionate about assisting and helping people navigate and receive the correct information and support that is available within the Borough for their particular needs we would like to hear from you.
You will need to be approachable, able to relate to people having good communication skills with an understanding attitude and experience of working with diverse communities and partners.
About Public Voice
Public Voice is a Community Interest Company (CIC) with a mission to improve neighbourhoods, the lives of the people who live in them and the public services they use.
Through our work, we ensure people in the community are heard – bringing together diverse voices and including those who find themselves marginalised or are rarely reached by service providers. We take a user-centred, co-production approach to understanding individuals’ and communities’ needs, and translate that into meaningful insights for service providers in government, public health, and housing. The results are better outcomes for residents and service users, more effective and efficient services for providers, and stronger and healthier neighbourhoods.
To apply, please submit a copy of your CV and a personal statement of no more than two sides of A4 detailing your suitability for the role.
We translate the insights and needs of people into actions to improve public services, leading to reduced inequalities and improved outcomes.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week. Some out of office hours work will be required.
Salary: £25,970 per annum
Benefits: 28 days annual leave per annum/pro rata plus statutory holidays on appointment. Additional annual leave days awarded on length of service, Company pension contribution, Life insurance (3 x salary), Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including 24/7 support helpline, Interest-free Season Ticket Loan, Additional maternity pay and leave, Additional paternity pay, Additional sick pay.
ABOUT US
Somebody goes missing in the UK every 90 seconds. Missing People exists to ease the heartache experienced by those missing someone, and to help people who are away from home find their way back to safety. Our vision is for every missing child, adult and family left behind to find help, hope and a safe way to reconnect. We are a non-judgemental, highly skilled team of staff and volunteers working for everyone who needs us. We provide free, confidential support, help and advice by phone, email, text and live chat.
We coordinate a UK-wide network of people, businesses and media to join the search for the estimated 170,000 people who go missing each year.
Missing People is an independent charity that relies on donations.
ABOUT THE ROLE
You will play an integral role in planning and delivering our flagship annual Night of Light Gala, working closely with our Event Lead and the rest of the Philanthropy Team on this dazzling event. Our Gala raised approximately £300K of vital funds in 2023. You will work with some amazing suppliers, high profile people, volunteers and supporters on this, and other events. You will get to support third-party events, including Golf Days and challenges, and special events like our 8-Hour cycle challenge round Brands Hatch for 20 teams of four in September, as well as any new events for our philanthropists to deliver vital income, and inspire our supporters to grow and repeat their events, each year.
You will also provide essential research and administration support to help prospect and steward incredible high-level supporters and our Fundraising Board of volunteers.
ABOUT YOU
Do you want to use your experience in Events and your organisational skills to ensure Missing People’s events and challenges delight participants and raise vital funds for the charity?
You will be highly organised with the ability to prioritise as you will be working on several projects concurrently. You will be responsible for reaching out to some of our most important supporters and will be confident in communicating with a diverse people such as executives, high net worth individuals and people affected by the issue of missing.
You will have experience of:
• Planning and delivering events.
• Writing impactful communications such as letters, emails, or newsletters
• Strong administration
You will also have:
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Outstanding communication skills suited to diverse audiences such as executives, high net worth individuals and community leaders.
• A commitment to Missing People’s values and aims.
WORKING FOR MISSING PEOPLE
Would you like to work for a welcoming, caring organisation which really makes a difference to vulnerable people throughout the UK?
Missing People is a friendly and supportive place to work. Working for Missing People means living our values. It’s a place where people are encouraged to ‘let fly’ so you can ‘make things happen’. We know you’re more than just a job title, and ‘be human’ is an important value here.
You will find plenty of scope for personal development including: getting involved in cross-charity projects; leadership development or volunteer supervision; training; e-learning; and hearing about the latest topics from some of our amazing partners. We offer a range of enhanced family friendly benefits.
FIND OUT MORE AND APPLY
If you want to be a lifeline when someone goes missing, click apply to read the full job description, a letter from the Major Donor Managers and information about the charity's fantastic achievements in 2023. We look forward to receiving your application.
Please ensure you include your CV and a brief covering letter explaining how you would be a good fit for this role.
Closing Date: 23:59 on 4th April 2024. We reserve the right to close this vacancy before this date if we receive a high number of applications and encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Interviews: 10th April 2024
You may also have experience in the following: Events Coordinator, Hospitality, Events Co-ordinator, Conference Manager, Events Assistant, PR, Public Relations, Events Manager, Sales, Business Development Events Organiser, Events Assistant, Events Manager, Events Administrator, Marketing Assistant, Marketing Administrator, Events Management, Funding Coordination Officer, Fundraising Coordinator, Charities, Not for Profit, Fundraiser, Donor Management, Regional Fundraising, Third Sector, Charity Funding, etc
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