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TRAFFIC is a leading non-governmental organisation working to ensure that global trade in wild species is legal and sustainable, for the benefit of the planet and people. At a time of unprecedented biodiversity loss, TRAFFIC provides evidence, solutions, and influence to combat environmental degradation and ensure a nature-positive future.

TRAFFIC International is a charity and limited company registered in the UK. TRAFFIC’s head office, based in Cambridge UK, provides worldwide leadership, coordination, cross-regional and corporate functions. The organisation focuses on preserving biodiversity and promoting sustainable legal wildlife trade while working against unsustainable illegal wildlife trade, contributing to international conservation efforts through evidence-based research and policy recommendations.

The salary range for this position is between £45,275 to £54,000 p.a. depending on experience and skills. This role will be based from our Cambridge, UK office.

JOB DESCRIPTION

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES
We are looking for an exceptional fundraiser with significant experience in successfully fundraising from trusts and foundations as well as governments.

The Senior Officer – Statutory & Foundations will join a highly collaborative, supportive and ambitious Development Team and will play a key role in sustaining and growing income from trusts & foundations as well as governments. The ideal candidate will be able to work in close collaboration with Senior staff across the organisation to identify and strategize responses to grant opportunities turning complex issues into clear and persuasive proposals. The Senior Officer – Statutory & Foundations will also be responsible for initiating, developing and deepening relationships with a global roster of trusts and foundations in support of TRAFFIC’s strategic priorities, primarily focusing on six-, seven- and eight figure opportunities.

This is a diverse role with key responsibility for the delivery of TRAFFIC’s global fundraising strategy and income streams. Whilst proposal development and writing is central, the role regularly extends to leading, organising and coordinating effort both within TRAFFIC offices and with external partner organisations.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Guides TRAFFIC thematic leads and Programme Offices, including Programme Office Directors, to transform project ideas into compelling funding concepts.
• Manages the development of funding proposals ; from project design, informed by strong logical framework rationale, to providing high quality written content, editorial and process guidance and other areas of technical support e.g. monitoring and evaluation.
• Initiates liaison with colleagues from finance, operations, risk management, research and data, and M&E as needed to ensure their input to proposal content and review.
• Drives efficiencies and improvements to TRAFFIC’s overall fundraising processes and systems at the institutional level (e.g. designs and maintains systems to manage current and past proposals, and maintains Raiser’s Edge database of donors), in collaboration with Development Teamcolleagues.
• Reviews funding calls and donor requirements & criteria to provide advice on direction of approach and content.
• Advises staff in the Global Office and regional programme offices to strategize responses to grant opportunities, to optimize return on effort and to ensure that funding is directed to priority intervention areas (as described in TRAFFIC’s annual workplans) and to priority funders (as identified in the fundraising strategy).
• Represents TRAFFIC in discussions with potential partners for joint bids, and provides support and advice to these external partners to strengthen bids.
• Represents TRAFFIC in donor meetings and briefing sessions.
• Designs and implements capacity building programmes for TRAFFIC on project design and proposal development, including introduction to project development within TRAFFIC, problem identification and articulation, stakeholder analysis, development of theories of change, monitoring and evaluation frameworks and processes, fundraising communication. Ensures this training is aligned to best practices in project planning across the conservation sector, and coordinated with Communications and Strategy, Programmes and Impact teams.
• Proactively researches, identifies and develop relationships with new prospects, who align to TRAFFIC priorities.
• Provides guidance on donor cultivation and engagement strategies.
• Leads on the development of generic fundraising material which can be multi-purposed for donor or wider publics.
• Advises teams across TRAFFIC as required to ensure the alignment of fundraising activities and program design to TRAFFIC strategic priorities, communications materials, and approaches (such as Evidence to Influence). Provides development input to Pipeline Group (indirectly) and Programme Forum.

REQUIREMENTS

• Project design and proposal writing experience, ideally across a range of international environmental NGOs, and a track record of success with securing at least six-figure grants from different donor sources, including European Commission, Governments, and Trusts and Foundations.
• Strategic, proactive and results focused with excellent organization and planning skills.
• Articulate with persuasive and engaging verbal communication skills and excellent written communication skills (English).
• Similar communication skills in French, Portuguese or Spanish desirable, but not required.
• Robust understanding of best practice for project design, including theory of change and log frames, and best practice approaches (e.g. Conservation Standards).
• Able to take a lead role with the packaging of a complex programme portfolio into language and visuals suitable for conveying TRAFFIC’s work to existing and potential supporters.
• Strong background in biodiversity conservation and/or sustainable development issues
• Project management experience desirable, especially in developing countries
• Strong networking, relationship building and diplomacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and in close collaboration with others working as part of a distributed, multi-cultural team globally, able to trouble shoot and maintain good relationships under pressure and across time zones.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent.
• Eligible to live and work in the United Kingdom.
• Able to travel internationally.

SUPERVISION
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The purpose of this role is to support the research team with business as usual (BAU) administrative tasks. This role will not require formal scientific qualifications and the core focus is to help the Research Team deliver their mission more efficiently. The charity’s goal is to spend 50% of all income on research, this presents exciting opportunities to the Research team but ensuring this is spent on world class research which is independently peer reviewed by international experts is a complex process.

The role will involve organising Scientific Advisory Board meetings (flights, hotels, restaurants, meeting rooms, expenses), email and letter writing (award letters,), organising ad hoc meetings and associated travel, arranging training sessions (Grant Tracker), assisting with organising Team days and QoL sandpit organisation. This role will require working across the whole Research Team providing administrative support as required, balancing priorities and liaising with other Teams within the charity.

This role sits within our Research team, reporting into the Head of Research. Our Research team is responsible for shaping, funding, and evaluating research that will drive our vision of people diagnosed with Brain Tumours living longer and better lives.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Support the organisation of external research meetings such as Scientific Advisory Board meetings and meetings with researchers, including arranging travel, accommodation and meeting space
• Organise internal research team meetings, including taking minutes and circulating agendas
• Assist research grants team through preparation of outcome letters and communication with researchers
• Assist in maintenance of accurate records for the research team, including document migration and data quality control
• Manage shared research accounts and subscriptions
• Completion of ad hoc tasks to support the research team deliver their goals such as organisation of team training or planning sessions

Job description

The Hospitality Assistant role at the Northampton Students’ Union is focused on delivering high-quality bar and catering services while offering flexibility to support retail operations when required. This role involves preparing and serving drinks, assisting with food orders, maintaining a clean and organised service area, and ensuring stock levels are managed effectively. Hospitality Assistants will provide excellent customer service to students and staff, handle cash and card transactions, and follow all health and safety guidelines. They will also help create a welcoming environment, support event setups, and take part in promotions or themed nights. This is a great opportunity for students to gain experience in a fast-paced, customer-facing role within a vibrant campus setting.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. To flexibly work within the commercial outlets of the Students’ Union with a focus on Uniexpress, The Art Shop and Engine Shed Café & Bar.
2. To ensure the smooth running of events hosted by the Union, supporting with setting up, presenting, and clearing away.
3. To provide a high level of customer service to staff, students and external stakeholders.
4. To Operate to the organisation’s standard opening and closing procedures.
5. To prepare refreshments and support catering and retail staff where necessary.
6. Cash handling and operating tills in a retail environment, on campus or at an event.
7. Ensure deliveries are received in accordance with company procedures.
8. To organise stock and retail displays according to planogram.
9. To be able to help cover absences, jump into different roles and support whereas required, flexibility is essential. 
10. To be able to help cover absences, jump into different roles and support whereas required, flexibility is essential.
11. Preparing alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages.
12. Checking customers identification and age verification where applicable.
13. Maintaining a clean and organised front of house area, including quickly responding to spills and other health and safety hazards to meet the highest standards and ensure that all customer interactions result in a safe, enjoyable experience.

Medical Detection Dogs trains dogs to save lives.

We train specialist dogs to detect the odour of human disease, providing life-saving Medical Alert Assistance Dogs (MAAD) to people with complex health problems across the UK and collaborating with NHS Trusts and other researchers and Universities both in the UK and internationally to advance the early diagnosis of disease.

We have an exciting new opportunity to join this innovative charity that is a world-leader in its specialist field.

JOB TITLE:Assistance Dog Training Manager

LOCATION:Great Horwood, Buckinghamshire

SALARY:£33,000 - £37,000 based on experience

JOB TYPE:Full-time permanent, with occasional evenings and weekends required

REPORTS TO:                   Head of Canine Supply, Training and Welfare

The Job

This role requires someone with previous experience in managing and or leading a Dog Training team within an Assistance Dog Organisation, to take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Assistance Dog training team. The successful candidate will ensure that the team of Assistance Dog Trainers develop our puppies and dogs in advanced to training to ensure they receive the highest standard of socialisation and training, thereby maximising their chances of becoming a Medical Alert Assistance Dog. They will also play a role in the training and development of less experienced members of the team.

The welfare of our dogs is very important to us. We have a no-kennel policy, and all our dogs live in the homes of volunteers until they are about 20 months old. We are committed to providing quality training and support for all our dogs and the volunteers who look after them.

The role involves working collaboratively across teams and managing stakeholders to streamline the process of training and placing Assistance Dogs.

Specific Responsibilities

Puppies:

• To liaise with the Dog Supply Advisor on puppy intake
• To support and guide the Puppy Assistance Dog Trainers, with all aspects related to socialising and training of puppies from 8 weeks of age to approximately 16 months of age. This will include observing and supporting in:

- Puppy classes

- 1-2-1 training sessions

- Home visits

- Writing up Behaviour Modification Plans

- Any other ad hoc training support

• To ensure training records are up to date
• To work alongside the Head of Department on the Advanced Trainer pick up schedule, ensuring dogs are put into advanced training at an appropriate standard
• To oversee and carry out MDD internal puppy assessment programme - Behaviour Check List (BCL)
• To ensure all puppies in the socialising scheme follow MDD Health and Welfare policies and procedures
• If and when required, to stay away from home, supporting Puppy Assistance Dog Trainers with their puppies and volunteers who are based in our regional areas
• To offer support to dogs and/or volunteers when needed in the absence of the allocated trainer

Advanced Dogs:

• To support and guide the Advanced Assistance Dog Trainers and when needed, to support with the training of their advanced group of dogs. This will include:

- Observing dogs in all areas of development

- Giving practical advice and support

- Assisting in writing up training plans

- Any ad hoc training support

• To carry out the final assessments of dogs in advanced training
• To oversee the preparation of and to deliver in accordance with the instructor pick-up schedule for the MAAD programme dogs within advanced training
• Support the Advanced Assistance Dog Trainers with potential matches for a particular client and dog, and to report this progress regularly to the relevant senior staff
• To offer support to dogs and/or volunteers when needed in the absence of the allocated trainer

Staff Development:

• To work alongside our Assistance Dog Programme Training and Development Coordinator with the training and development of Trainee Assistance Dog Trainers and support in upskilling less experienced Trainers

Puppy Socialiser Recruitment

• To monitor and when necessary, highlight to the Head of Canine Supply, Training and Welfare, a shortage of Puppy Socialisers and Temporary Fosterers
• When required, assist in the recruitment of new volunteer Puppy Socialisers

Other

• To liaise with the Health and Welfare Coordinator on any health issues regarding puppies and dogs within the Assistance Dog Training Scheme
• To liaise with the Instructor Manager on any dogs that are entering or currently in the Medical Alert Assistance Dog (MAAD) programme.
• From time to time, you may be required to have a dog living with you for additional training for a set period
• Highlight to the Head of Canine Supply, Training and Welfare in a timely manner, if you feel a dog is not reaching the appropriate standard or may be more suitable for another role. Detailed, evidenced reasons why, must be supplied
• To oversee the rehoming of withdrawn puppies and dogs from the Socialising Scheme
• To support the Head of Canine Supply, Training and Welfare with the quarterly Trustee reports
• Update the Harlequin CRM database in a timely fashion to ensure accurate and up to date training, veterinary and health records
• Support the charity’s fundraising, communications and volunteering teams as required
• Share best practice with colleagues across the charity
• To be familiar with ADUK and ADI regulations, ensuring that you adhere to these standards with regards to behaviour, obedience, welfare, and branding
• To liaise with and provide support for volunteers who may operate as part of the Medical Alert Assistance Dog department or charity as a whole

Other tasks or ad hoc duties agreed with your line manager required to ensure the successful running of the charity.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to manage and support a highly driven team of dog trainers.
• Ability to demonstrate high quality judgement and a proven track record in relation to the following:
• Dog training matters including the analysis of temperaments, appropriate training methods and requirements necessary to maintain public confidence in assistance dogs.
• Solutions to training and behavioural problems.
• Assistance Dog Training including the ability to assess each person’s preferred learning style and adapt as appropriate your training approach, the specific programmes to be followed.
• Welfare and safety and appropriate time for referral to others.
• Appropriate support to trainee staff.
• Dealings with other staff, clients, and members of the public.
• Strong and clear teaching and instructing skills.
• Ability to plan work, be organised and ensure that time is utilised effectively for yourself, colleagues, and Puppy Socialisers.
• Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with a wide range of people internally and externally. This will include clients and their families, fosterers, other professional service providers, members of the public, the media, managers, and other colleagues.
• High level of IT literacy and report writing skills including experience of using Microsoft-based programs such as Outlook, Word, Excel, Internet Explorer and Power Point.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Practical knowledge and experience in the following areas:

• Had management or team leader experience for a minimum of 2 years within an ADUK Dog Training team.
• ADUK and ADI regulations.
• Basic theory of practical dog training.
• Law in relation to dogs.
• Knowledge of medical conditions relevant to puppies between 8 weeks and 2 years of age.
• Dog and human psychology.
• Health and safety implications of dog and puppy socialiser handling. Some experience of assisting with the training and development of less experienced colleagues.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• You should be supportive of the charitable aims of Medical Detection Dogs and capable of working as part of a team, as well as being able to motivate yourself.
• You should be adaptable and positively embrace change by not only being flexible towards the ideas of others but also putting forward ideas to colleagues. This will involve creativity in problem-solving and making appropriate responses to new ideas and unexpected situations.

Values & Behaviours

There are a few key values that we believe are important in the workplace:

· Respect

· Cooperation

· Honesty

· Fairness

Based on the values listed above, we encourage the behaviours below in the charity:

· Respectful communication

· Cooperating with others

· Honesty in all interactions

· Fairness in decision making.

Benefits

• Sick Pay
• Health Cover
• 26 days holiday, increasing with service
• 5% Employer Pension Contribution
• Life Assurance
• Free On-site parking

Finally, the successful candidate will also be expected to:

• Hold a full UK Driving Licence
• Provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK.
• Undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Work some evenings and weekends

We’re seeking a proactive and collaborative marketing professional to join the growing and dynamic Brand & Marketing Team. Playing a key role in leading and supporting a variety of bold campaigns and communications, we're looking for an organised individual with excellent project management and relationship building skills and a creative flair.

You’ll work closely with internal teams and external partners to deliver high-quality content, ensure brand consistency, and support strategic and exciting campaigns including micro-fundraising and brand development. Working closely with a variety of marketing and charity professionals, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to going further, faster for everyone affected by a brain tumour.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

Strong communication and organisational skills are essential – we're looking for someone who can build relationships, understand processes and contribute to strengthening the marketing function at a growing and ambitious charity. A collaborative team player, you’ll be confident managing multiple projects, adapting to changing priorities, and using innovative approaches to connect with diverse audiences while keeping our mission and values at the heart of your work.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Work with channel owners to develop and execute communications plans and projects
• Act as the marketing lead/link between the marketing team and the wider charity, ensuring projects are briefed in and delivered on time and to budget
• Work with internal content team and external freelancers to ensure assets are created to brief and delivered on time
• Monitor the communications inbox, ensuring messages reach their intended destination
• Support the Brand & Marketing Team in implementing a new account management process within the wider marketing team
• Play a leading role in developing the marketing team’s internal communications, ensuring the wider team is represented and the Charity is informed of updates, projects and trends
• Develop our approach to micro-fundraising awareness days, working with the digital and creative teams to implement and execute opportunities
• Support the Brand & Marketing team to deliver and monitor key projects, including the brand development programme
• Act as a brand guardian and ambassador, ensuring assets and output are compliant with brand guidelines
• Develop key relationships with stakeholders across The Charity
• Support with brand tracking and monitoring, including scoping tools and key metrics
• Support on the delivery of brand marketing campaigns

Age UK has an exciting opportunity to join their fantastic team in Tooting!

We are recruiting for a Shop Manager to manage the day to day running of our Tooting shop (South London, SW17).

As Shop Manager, you will manage our brilliant team of staff and volunteers, providing effective leadership, training, and development.

Utilising your previous experience and excellent managerial skills, you will help maximise store sales and profits while ensuring our customers and donors receive an excellent shop experience.

This opportunity offers an excellent benefits package as well as the chance to work within a valued team, all working to raise funds for a charity that provides vital services and support to older people across the UK.

If you have a passion for retail and would like to use your skills within a charity that supports thousands of older people across the UK, then this may be the role for you!

Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to 10kgs.)

To ensure the smooth running of our stores, we will be conducting interviews throughout the advertising process. Early applications are advised.

You will have:

• Experience in a performance driven retail/customer centric environment
• Experience of managing people
• Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's
• Ability to build, retain and develop a team
• Strong drive to achieve results through others
• Ability to delegate, coach and listen
• Ability to manage time under conflicting priorities
• Ability to motivate self and others
• An open and adaptable approach to change and be able to support others through it
• Experience of communicating with a diverse workforce and customer base
• Ability to establish and maintain successful retail processes and merchandising
• IT literacy and numeracy skills

What we offer in return:

• Competitive salary, 25 days annual leave (pro rata for our part-time colleagues) + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
• Wellbeing days - 2 paid days per year (pro rata for our part-time colleagues)
• Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan and EAP
• Car Benefit scheme, Cycle to Work scheme
• Home & Tech - apply to buy any Home & Tech items from 'Currys' & 'IKEA', 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

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.

Supporting statements and anonymisation

Please submit a Word version of your CV as it will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements and heavily formatted CVs. Please could you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support our inclusive recruitment process. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if invited for interview.

Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme

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.

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.

Reasonable adjustments

Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs, by contacting the Recruitment Team. Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.

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.

Want to play your part in transforming society?

You're in the right place.

Many of our Spear trainees have faced significant barriers to finding work, including family breakdown, growing up in care, disability or mental health difficulties, having been involved in crime, or really struggling at school. We believe that being out of work can lead to isolation and proliferate these challenges, meaningful work is key in helping young people find a sense of purpose and community. We're proud that the coaching and community that the Spear Programme provides makes such a difference that 75% of those who take part find work, and are still in work a year later.

Not only will you be part of bringing about powerful change in people's lives, but throughout this paid, dynamic opportunity, you'll be supported and challenged. We'll invest in you, developing expert coaching and leadership skills to set you on a great career path.

Please feel free to let us know if you may require any reasonable adjustments to participate fully in our recruitment process, or if you have any enquiries regarding accessibility such as wheelchair access. 

The important stuff

Location: Hammersmith, office-based

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9.30am - 5.30pm (With some out-of-hours work needed for events such as our Spear Celebrations)

Salary: from £25,300

Closing date: Tuesday 7th October, 09.00am (We are interviewing on a rolling basis and might close the application early if we find the right candidate).

Upcoming Assessment Days: Thursday 25th September

Application pack: Have a look at our application pack for more information about the role and Resurgo
 

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave (including Christmas Gift Days) plus bank holidays
• Excellent benefits including Health Insurance, access to Cycle to Work scheme, and enhanced parental leave, dependants leave, and sick leave policies with income protection
• Amazing personal development and training opportunities, including our iLM-accredited 5-day Coaching for Leadership programme (worth £3,000)
• We aim to support all Graduate coaches to progress to other roles with us after this initial year, with development towards management level within 3 years.
• Regular staff prayer meetings, conferences and retreats (one residential)

What will you do?

• Coach 16-24 year olds, bringing about powerful change in their lives 
• Build great relationships with relevant professionals 
• Form part of an intentional church community 

What will you gain?

• Management skills and career progression 
• Excellent coaching capability 
• Social Impact Experience
• Christian Leadership Skills 

At Ambitious about Autism we're currently looking for a Data and Insights Officer to join our National Services team.

You'll focus on the collection, analysis and reporting of data from National Services programmes, projects and services. You'll use systems and tools to effectively capture and store data and information, enabling effective reporting and insight. You'll provide advice and support to the Product Development Manager and Deputy Director of National Services.

You'll support National Services teams with the development of KPI and data collection  routes and support with maintenance, troubleshooting and creative problem solving to ensure accuracy and efficiency. You'll create detailed reports and dashboards for use by teams, managers and leaders at agreed time points.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Experience of using statistical tools and techniques to manage and analyse data
• Ability to translate the essence of complex data into language or formats others will understand
• Experience of producing qualitative and quantitative reports and analysing results to produce impact reporting
• Ability to present insights and results through written reports, dashboards and presenting face-to-face

In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued professional development (CPD), flexible, hybrid working and more!

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with. Please find our full recruitment pack on the link below.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact James Axford, Recruitment Officer.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.

Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person's ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

Concern Worldwide (Northern Ireland) is looking for a highly motivated and dynamic Assistant Shop Manager on a part time, 12 month fixed term basis for our Boutique charity shop on the Lisburn Road in Belfast.

About the role:

To support the Shop Manager with all aspects of managing the shop, including recruiting and leading the volunteer team in order to maximise the income generated for Concern’s work.

You will be instrumental in making sure the shop is at the hub of the local community, ensuring a steady flow of donations for the boutique and acting as the face of Concern Worldwide and raising public awareness of our campaigns. You will have strong brand awareness be up to date with fashion labels, trends. You will deliver excellent visual merchandising standards that maximise sales, inspire customers, and showcase donations effectively. You will lead by example and be confident working within a fast-paced retail environment. You will contribute towards the success of the shop by:

• Ensuring a high standard of customer service
• Achieving targets to maximise income
• Maintaining a high standard of visual merchandising
• Supporting the store manager to actively recruit volunteers
• Working with the manager to generate stock
• Achieving expectations within campaign activities

KEY DUTIES:

Income and Profit

• Support the Shop Manager with all aspects of shop operations in order to achieve and exceed shop income targets and all retail KPI’s
• Foster a creative and entrepreneurial environment to maximise income in new and innovative ways
• Ensuring the Boutique sustains a steady stream of quality donations to support this new, elevated shop proposition in our business portfolio
• Motivate the volunteer team in maintaining links with the local community and generating additional income

Stock & Shop Floor Management

• Set exceptionally high standards of shop cleanliness, display and visual merchandising, including shop windows, while ensuring shop volunteer team take on similar tasks
• Establish and maintain efficient and commercially successful stock processing systems, including; pricing, quality standards, stock density and stock flow to the shop floor
• Plan and implement on-going and seasonal stock donation appeals to ensure high levels of good quality stock at all times

Volunteer Supervision

• Assist the Shop Manager to actively recruit a strong volunteer team
• Maintaining the shop rota in the managers absence, communicating all changes as necessary
• Provide ongoing training and support for the shop volunteers
• Support the shop team in providing an excellent customer and donor experience
• Ensure volunteers promote seasonal/topical retail initiatives and Concern UK appeals and campaigns

Health and Safety, Compliance and Reporting

• Assist the Shop Manager in ensuring volunteers are fully trained in all shop related policies and procedures and that relevant training records are kept up to date
• Provide a safe and healthy working environment and report any H&S issues to the Shop Manager or Retail Development Manager
• Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements regarding donated stock

Working for Concern

• Play a key role in enabling the shop team to represent Concern and increase the knowledge of the local community about Concern’s work
• Ensure the integration of the shop into the local community with the shop volunteers
• Support volunteer team when responding to all appeals and fundraising opportunities

This role requires you to take a hands-on approach to the running of the store and this includes the continuous manual handling of stock on a daily basis. This, in turn, requires a reasonable level of fitness to undertake all daily tasks

About you:

You will have strong organizational skills and be comfortable with all aspects of a shop to help maximize the income generated for Concern’s work. You will be instrumental in making sure the shop is at the hub of the local community, recruiting, managing and motivating a team of volunteers. Excellent customer service is essential as is the sourcing and visual merchandising of stock. You will have an excellent work ethic and be confident working in a fast-paced environment.

CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT

It is the nature of this post that weekend working (Saturday) and occasional additional seasonal hours are part of the normal working week. Working hours will also involve some evening work to meet the needs of the post. Due to the nature of this role, flexibility is required.

Appointment will be subject to a six-month probationary period

Salary: £23,107 - £25,674 full time (pro rata based on 28 hours - £18,485.6 - £20,539.2 per annum).

This is a 12 months fixed term contract, part time post (28 hours per week). Flexibility to increase working hours is required in the absence of the Shop Manager. The normal full-time working week is 35 hours.

Deadline: 1st October 2025.

The successful post holder will be required to complete a Basic AccessNI check and sign a criminal records self-declaration form.

Having a criminal record will not necessarily debar you from working with Concern Worldwide (NI). This will depend on the nature of the position, together with the circumstances and background of your offences.

You may also have experience in the following: Assistant Retail Manager, Deputy Store Manager, Associate Shop Supervisor, Assistant Store Supervisor, Assistant Shop Leader, Deputy Manager, Retail Assistant Manager, Shop Assistant Supervisor, Assistant Store Coordinator, etc

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Time to care, time to grow giving!

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced fundraising professional to lead and develop three vital income streams at St Barnabas Hospice: Individual Giving, Mid-Value Donors, and our Lottery & Raffle programmes. You’ll deliver ambitious strategies to grow regular giving, steward mid-level donors, and oversee our £1m+ lottery programme – all underpinned by data insight, compliance, and innovation.

Why Join St Barnabas?

• Impact at scale – Drive income growth to fund life-changing hospice care.
• Strategic leadership – Manage key fundraising programmes and a Digital Campaigns Officer.
• Professional development – Lead campaigns that shape the future of giving.
• Hybrid and flexible working – With base at Cardinal Close.
• Great benefits – Competitive salary £36,152, Aegon Pension Scheme or NHS pension continuation, and 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Working Hours: 37.5hrs per week.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Significant fundraising experience, with a track record in Individual Giving and Lottery management.
• Knowledge of mid-value donor engagement and uplift strategies.
• Strong project management, compliance, and data-led insight skills.
• Motivational leadership and the ability to deliver ambitious income targets.

To apply:  Visit our website and complete an application.

Closing Date: 15/10/25.We may close applications early if sufficient strong applications are received.

Interview Date: Thursday 23/10/25

At St Barnabas, we believe in dignity, respect, and equality for all. We welcome applicants from every background.

As an organisation we are happy to consider flexible working requests however there are certain core hours / service delivery elements that are required to be covered.

We may extend, withdraw, or close vacancies as needed.

If selected for an interview, please check your email (including spam/junk folders) for further details. 

Please note, we only accept completed application forms – no CVs.

Community Engagement Manager

£30,000 / Permanent

Flexible/Hybrid - two days in Office and three from home

Office: 470 Bath Road, Bristol, BS4 3AP

Are you passionate about building communities, inspiring creativity, and making a real difference? We're working with a leading organisation in the creative sector to recruit a dynamic, people-focused Community Engagement Manager.

The Opportunity

As Community Engagement Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in strengthening and expanding a vibrant membership and volunteer community. You'll lead a passionate team, develop innovative engagement strategies, and ensure every member and volunteer feels valued, connected, and inspired.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and nurture a thriving community: Develop and deliver creative initiatives that foster a sense of belonging, inclusivity, and support.
• Drive engagement: Listen to members and volunteers, gather feedback, and turn insights into action-making sure everyone's voice is heard.
• Grow the community: Attract new, diverse audiences and help more people discover the benefits of membership.
• Lead and inspire: Manage and develop a talented team dedicated to supporting the community.
• Create compelling content: Share stories, images, and videos that spark conversation and celebrate members' achievements.
• Champion the brand online: Engage with the community across social media, respond to questions, and build lasting relationships.
• Bring people together: Organise exciting regional events that connect members, generate income, and promote the organisation's mission.

About You

• Proven experience in community management or membership engagement
• Excellent communication, writing, and interpersonal skills
• Creative, strategic thinker with a passion for building relationships
• Skilled in conflict resolution, problem-solving, and project management
• Empathetic, patient, and professional in all interactions
• Strong analytical skills and familiarity with CRM tools
• Organised, detail-oriented, and proactive

Desirable:

• Experience with social media tools and analytics
• An interest in the creative arts or photography
• Knowledge of GDPR and data protection best practices

Why Apply?

• Join a respected, forward-thinking organisation with a rich history and an exciting future
• Work with a friendly, supportive team who are passionate about community and creativity
• Make a real impact-helping people connect, learn, and grow

Interview: ASAP (w/c 6^th October 2025)

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?

Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care and are looking for a new challenge?

Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard?

Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.

We’re looking for a new Team Leader to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring strong people management experience, along with transferable skills, a willingness to learn, and a genuine desire to support others.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who’s passionate about making a difference and ready to lead with empathy, integrity, and confidence. You don’t need direct experience in our sector—what matters most is your ability to manage and motivate a team while ensuring high-quality support for those who need it.

About us

VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.

We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most.  For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.

About the role?

We have an exciting opportunity for a Team Leader to join our team covering a variety of health boards.  You will be a passionate supporter of quality driven, outcome centric, advocacy provision and in coaching others to achieve the exacting standards of excellence in advocacy required to support our clients.

About you

We are looking for a strong and resilient leader with experience of managing a team. Desirably you will have worked or volunteered in a welfare, supporting role, or caring for adults or young people who have support needs.

You will be committed to driving high performance and practice standards by actively engaging with our Practice Management team to interpret data. Thereby, making informed decisions and ensuring that the highest standards of advocacy are achieved.

You will ensure a culture of learning and continuous development through a mix of team and supervision meetings, and reflective practice.

You will be experienced in managing risks relating to the safety and wellbeing of staff members and the safeguarding of service users.

How will you make a difference?

You will be responsible for ensuring your team delivery of the highest standards of advocacy, ensuring that all contact with clients is outcome driven.

You will support your team and ensure that they have the necessary skills to make a difference in peoples lives on a daily basis.  Assisting them to grow in confidence and empowering them to assist those in need of support.

You will work resourcefully and collaboratively with people across the organisation to assist you and your team, fostering a learning culture where all views are respected.

Benefits 

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time colleagues) rising to 30 days upon 5 years’ service 

5% employer pension & minimum 3% employee contribution 

Salary sacrifices pension scheme 

Separate Life Assurance Cover (equivalent of two times your annual salary) 

Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays, gym membership etc 

24/7 Employee Assistance programme 

Access to remote counselling service 

Paid Disability Leave 

Paid compassionate Leave 

Home Working Allowance  

Support with continuous professional development 

Access to Clifton Strengths Coaching for development  

Personal Development Plans 

How are staff supported to work remotely? 

VoiceAbility has a small number of offices. Employees including Team Leaders are homebased for Administration and meetings will be held online as well as in person in the relevant community. 

When you need to travel for work, expenses will be paid (mileage or public transport costs).  

VoiceAbility offers the usual regular manager one to ones, Staff forums and communities of practice depending on role. Team meetings with a mix of virtual and in person approach. 

Equality and Diversity

VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact HR for further options.

How to apply

To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account by clicking the apply button on this page. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form.

Important Dates:

Closing date for applications: Midnight on Wednesday 8 October 2025, however, VoiceAbility reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before this date.