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OPPORTUNITY to work with one of the UK’s leading Impact Investing Platforms

Energise Africa – Commercial Director

Hours – Full time (or 4 days a week will be considered)

Location: Oxford (with some international travel)

Salary:  £60k

Term: Permanent

Start date: ASAP

Overview

Energise Africa is at an exciting and pivotal time in its development. We are currently recruiting a Commercial Director to drive the business as it looks to scale. Energise Africa has been founded and incubated by two of the leading direct impact investing platforms in Europe, Ethex in the UK and Lendahand in the Netherlands and backed by incredible supporters such as UKAid and P4G. Since 2017, during this seed stage, Energise Africa has raised over £35m from UK retail investors to accelerate energy access in Sub–Saharan Africa and has won numerous awards including the UN Climate Action award for climate friendly investments.

As we get ready to take on new investment, and expand into new geographies and sectors, it is time for the organisation to build a new dedicated team.

Commercial Director

To take our business to the next level we need a dedicated Commercial Director to help accelerate our growth.

There are four key strands to the role:

Strategy and New Business

· Work alongside the CEO to develop the growth strategy for Energise Africa

· Managing existing and develop new origination partnerships to bring new issuers to the platform

· Lead the EA origination efforts and structure proposed transactions

· Work alongside our operations team to ensure efficient processes are developed and implemented to ensure smooth onboarding of new investees

· Work alongside our marketing team to ensure that origination partners and investees give us the information that they need to effectively promote investment opportunities

· Drafting and negotiation of agreements with origination partners and prospective investees

· Lead the due diligence process, present cases to the Investment Committee and onboard new investees

· Manage existing and explore new co-financing partnerships

Investee Management

· Demonstrate excellent relationship management with our origination partners and investees.

· Monitor and manage the investment portfolio along with our origination partners.

· Manage workout situations and restructuring of clients in arrears with support from the legal team and origination partners.

Leadership

· As a key member of the Energise Africa Senior Management Team, help to build the investment strategy for Energise Africa and to deliver against agreed objectives.

Product Development

· Cooperate in product development which may involve different currency solutions, guarantees and de-risking projects as well as looking at innovative financing structures.

· Support the development of new tools and technology to make the investment process more efficient.

Reports to: CEO Energise Africa

Key skills and experience:

· A passion for sustainable development/impact investing or similar.

· 5 years of experience in impact investing (debt or equity) or corporate lending in emerging markets and/or in renewable energy or climate finance sectors.

· Experience of helping to scale a start-up and/or entrepreneurship within a company.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Great negotiation skills - cooperative, empathetic and get the deals closed.

· Excellent communication skills and the ability to represent EA at the highest levels.

· Fluent in English and ideally French or Spanish, both written and spoken.

· Willing to  travel internationally (global emerging/frontier markets and European countries).

· Tech-savvy and proven experience with data-driven investment decisions.

· Bachelors or Masters degree.

Our Values

· We want to create a positive impact and make a difference in the world. 

· We love helping communities, social entrepreneurs and businesses in innovative ways.

· We aim to provide excellent customer service and treat all our investors fairly.

· We are a dynamic, professional and knowledgeable team with a friendly, can-do attitude.

· We are a small team that likes delivering big impact. 

What it means to be part of our team

• Work for us and see the tangible positive impact you are helping to create on the ground, such as household rural electrification in Africa and beyond.
• Share Option Scheme
• Ethical pension, with employer contribution.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• In addition to public holidays, you are entitled to 25 days each year increasing by 1 day annually from year 3 in recognition of long service (up to a maximum of 30 days).
• The Company closes for a period during Christmas, details of which will be given to you during the early part of each year. You do not have to book these days as holiday.
• Supportive of proposals for relevant training, agreed as part of personal development plans.
• Free access to mental health support services through our partner Able Futures.
• We organise informal ad hoc socials to get to know each other better and more structured team socials once a quarter.

Equal Opportunities

We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values for making a positive impact in the world and making money do good, you will find a home at Ethex.

We believe in a fairer future for all, and we know that by working together we can do much, much more. We believe that everyone has the right to live and work without fear or prejudice regardless of race, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, social class, religion and belief.

Further information

Please indicate whether you are applying for the role on a full time or part time basis. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.  This opportunity will close once the roles have been filled, so please apply early to ensure you don’t miss out.

This is a newly created role with the purpose of maintaining a culture of compliance across the charity whilst ensuring we adhere to all relevant regulations and laws.

Together with the Governance Manager, you will be the key point of contact for compliance, providing advice and support to the team and ensuring we have procedures and controls in place across all areas of the charity. This will include training to ensure the team is skilled and acting consistently, as well as identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing appropriate solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of compliance and be a point of contact for all compliance and data protection queries, providing accurate advice to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Develop and maintain robust procedures and structures that give the charity the ability to fulfil our regulatory requirements.
• Ensure the charity is aware of, and is reacting to, any fundraising, data protection and other compliance regulation changes, by understanding wider implications.
• Work to maintain a culture of compliance across the charity through the development of training and guidelines that are easy to understand and accessible.
• Conduct regular internal audits to ensure that compliance procedures and policy documents are followed and fit for purpose.
• Assess data risks and complete Data Protection Impact Assessments where needed.
• Assist the Governance Manager in producing ad hoc and annual compliance reports, as well as returns to the Charity Commission and Companies House, so that EHAAT meets their legal responsibilities.
• Update the charity’s data assets file.
• Review contracts and third-party agreements prior to signing to ensure they are in line with compliance regulations.
• Ensure adherence to Fundraising Regulator’s Code of Practice through the undertaking of fundraising  standards audits.
• Provide oversight for the timely management of leases and contracts.
• Ensure necessary insurances and contracts are in place to provide required suitable cover.
• EHAAT is a patient focused emergency medical charity. It is essential that all our staff are competent and confident in the delivery of CPR and use of an AED (defibrillator) in an emergency situation. For this reason, you will complete in house, CPR and AED awareness training annually.

QAC is a charity that runs a college, supported living (known as Independence Plus) and community services for young adults with learning difficulties and disabilities.

The College has been at its current location since 1903. Our original purpose was to provide education for young people who were blind or visually impaired. Today, in addition to supporting people who have a visual impairment, we offer education, support and guidance for students on the autism spectrum, those with moderate to severe learning difficulties, and students with physical and other disabilities.  We have a large, skilled and diverse staff team who can meet a diverse range of student needs.  As QAC has grown, we now have new educational and learning sites.  As well as the more well-known campus in Harborne, there is the QAC Pinewood campus (dedicated to employment progression) in nearby Woodgate valley and in addition, QAC Umberslade campus (dedicated to horticulture and outdoor learning), in nearby Selly Oak.  QAC offers a broad range of study programmes that are tailored to ensure each student receives the educational, therapeutic and support services that they require, helping them achieve their aspirations for adult life. 

Our supported living programmes (Independent Plus) and Community Services offers support after leaving college and to those from within the local community. The marketing and communications team is responsible for marketing QAC services with the main focus being on student recruitment. Following a recent re-brand, the post holder will also be integral in ensuring an efficient and effective roll out of the new branding.

QAC also has an enterprise arm consisting of Sight Village (a touring exhibition supporting those with sight loss), All Formats (a transcription service) and Carbon Fibre Canes.  These are all supported by the Marketing and Communications Team.

Position: Marketing and Communication Manager

Reporting to: Head of Income Generation

Location: Queen Alexandra College, Harbourne

Hours: 37 hours per week for 52 weeks per annum

Salary: £35,885-£40,256

Joining our supportive team, you will have the opportunity to:

• Make a difference to the educational experience of young people
• Be a voice for students and staff in specialist education
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, promoting academic growth, self-development and self-confidence
• Develop your own skills, aspirations and progress your career.

Our benefits include;

• Access to on site car parking
• Use of QAC Fitness Centre (subject to opening hours)
• Cycle to Work Scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Helpline (BHSF) 
• Access to Education Support Free Helpline for Teachers & Education Staff
• Mental Health First Aiders
• BHSF Benefits Package including Healthcare Plans, discounted shopping/services
• Annual Flu vaccination/voucher
• Access to other benefit/discount schemes (which may be subject to charge) e.g. Blue Light Card, TOTUM (NUS), Charity Worker Discounts, Discounts for Teachers
• Dell Advantage programme - a free programme that offers savings to students, parents and all staff at QAC - up to 20% off
• 5% discount on National Express West Midlands bus passes
• Health and Wellbeing Services (Occupational Health/Counselling)
• Free Tea/Coffee and Staff Room facilities
• Dining Room facilities with hot/cold food (free meal provided for those supporting students at mealtimes)
• Additional discretionary concessionary/closure days as part of leave entitlement (including closure over Christmas/New Year period)
• Support for training/ CPD (either by way of study leave and/or funding)
• Flexible working arrangements including Flexible Working Policy Agreements, Time Off in Lieu (TOIL) in prior agreement with line manager. 

As an integral member of the Marketing and Admissions team, you will help support ticketing set up, booking enquiries and reporting that help to deliver excellent customer service, event sales and drive admissions to this Arts and Crafts gem in Compton, Surrey. 

Working collaboratively with the Head of Marketing and Admissions as well as the public facing teams, you will support creative tactics to drive sales online, help to manage group bookings, and understand customer needs to help develop the functionality of our systems. This role is critical to the continued success of the organisation’s exciting programme of events and exhibitions.

Organisation, teamwork and attention to detail are key to success in this position.

For full details and how to apply please visit our website.

Closing date: Monday 17 June at 5pm

Interviews:  Friday 28 June

Watts Gallery Trust is committed to providing equality of opportunity for all staff and welcomes applications from all individuals for advertised jobs that match their skills and interests. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.  We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, and from disabled candidates, as these groups are under-represented within the Arts field and at Watts Gallery Trust.

Reports To: Director of Growth & Engagement
Salary: Points 33-37, £31, 152 - £34, 404
​​Department: Growth & Engagement
Location: Central Office, Belfast 
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, mainly Monday to Friday. A hybrid working system is in place (at least 2 days in office per week).
A flexi-time system is in operation and reasonable hours outside of this will be required to fulfil the duties of this position (some evening and weekend work).
Job Purpose: The Individual Giving and Legacies Manager will lead the development and execution of our mass marketing activity to grow our supporter base, and maximise every individual donor’s lifetime value to Simon Community.
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By creating powerful fundraising campaigns, optimising supporter journeys, and diversifying income streams, including through digital channels, we can foster a strong sense of connection and loyalty among our valued supporters, and inspire a movement of support to end homelessness across NI.

Essential Criteria:

• At least 3 years proven experience in a fundraising, brand, or marketing role, including with elements of digital marketing, data analysis or insight.
• Proven track record of exceeding targets (financial or otherwise).
• Proven ability to write engaging copy for different audiences across varied channels.
• Significant experience and confidence in using a CRM and building processes for storage and reporting.
• Experience of budget and project management.
• Excellent working knowledge of digital marketing tactics and channels.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience of working in a fundraising/charity context.
• Line Management experience.
• Proven track record of using data analysis techniques (and audience insight) to drive decision making.
• Experience of using Canva or MS Publisher
• Experience of using Raisers Edge NXT database.
• An understanding of the issues affecting homelessness and/or voluntary sector in Northern Ireland.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong project management skills with ability to oversee end-to-end campaign processes.
• Creative flair for storytelling, with first rate written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent workload management skills and ability to prioritise to meet targets and deadlines

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Why work for the Simon Community?
We offer an extensive benefit package, including:

• Pension Plan
• Employer funded Healthcare - Benenden Health and Health Shield (includes savings on gym memberships and retail outlets)
• Death in Service Benefit
• Generous Annual Leave Entitlement
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Compassionate Culture
• Occupational Sick Pay
• Health & Wellbeing Initiatives
• Management Development Programmes
• Long Service Awards
• Blue Light Card Scheme.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Join our small fundraising team to create opportunities for Centre for Mental Health to change lives. This is a part-time role, 21 hours to include Fridays. If you have experience of writing compelling bids and have a passion for mental health and equity, we need to hear from you. Our team enjoys flexible working (from home if you prefer), 31 days (FTE) of leave plus Bank Holidays, up to 12% employer pension contributions and exceptional wellbeing support. 

An exciting opportunity to join Spitalfields Crypt Trust (SCT), a vibrant East London charity dedicated to supporting individuals affected by homelessness and addiction. This role is crucial in ensuring excellent relationships with fundraisers and donors while supporting the administrative functions of the fundraising team.

Role Overview:

• Responding to Supporter Enquiries: Handle emails, calls, and postal enquiries, providing high standards of customer service.
• Fundraising Stewardship: Thank supporters and acknowledge key events.
• Platform Management: Manage Just Giving, Go Cardless, and other online payment platforms, ensuring accurate record-keeping and reporting.
• Financial Records: Maintain up-to-date financial records and donor databases.
• Event Support: Assist with the planning and execution of fundraising events.
• Communications Support: Aid in producing marketing materials and distributing them to SCT shops.

Salary: £24,324 pa FTE

Benefits: 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 with length of service) plus bank holidays (pro rata on basis of 35 pw full time equivalent), 5% employer contribution pension, BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Health Insurance cash plan, season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme.

Hours: 21 hours per week

Purpose of role

To manage the annual programme of the PPA psychoanalytic psychotherapy qualifying training and the Advanced Clinical Course. To promote and grow the trainings. To manage the budget and collect and report on performance management data. To track all trainees’ progress, to ensure the smooth running of all elements of the teaching provision and to liaise and work in collaboration with the PPA training committee (TC), curriculum committee (CC), selection committee (SC) and post graduate committee (PGC).

Accountable to

The post will be line managed by the office manager will be accountable to and work in close collaboration with the committees of the PPA.

Key responsibilities

1) To oversee and manage the delivery of the annual programme of the PPA trainings in collaboration with the TC and PGC.

a) Booking clinical, theory and group seminar leaders in collaboration with TC and PGC.

b) In liaison with the Director of Marketing, Communications and Engagement place adverts for supervisors, teachers, and group leaders as appropriate.

c) Ensure that trainees and TC have an up-to-date list of Training Analysts, Training Supervisors and Approved Therapists

d) Room booking for all aspects of the programme.

e) Annual review, update and production of handbooks and all written materials for course.

f) Collaboration with the library to track reading list production.

g) To be the first point of contact in cases of emergency.

h) To collect, collate and report on trainee feedback.

2) To oversee the annual trainee selection for the trainings.

a) To be the first point of contact for potential applicants, giving out appropriate information about the trainings and passing appropriate inquiries onto the training advisors.

b) To liaise with interviewers and arrange trainee selection interviews.

c) To attend selection week/day process.

d) Collate information on the number of applicants and successful candidates and report to TC.

3) To support the TC in the monitoring and management of trainees’ progress throughout their training.

a) To record which tutors have been assigned to trainees in collaboration with training committee.

b) To receive monthly updates from training tutors, collate and report to TC as required.

c) To manage collection and evaluation of all feedback from trainees and seminar leaders and send as appropriate to the training committee.

d) To find readers and markers for final clinical papers and arrange dates for reading ins.

4) To promote and grow the trainings.

a) In collaboration with the Director of Marketing, Comms & Engagement to develop and implement a marketing plan for PPA trainings.

b) To work with the Events Officer to promote the trainings at bpf open days.

c) To liaise with the PPA newsletter editor to ensure the production and circulation of the newsletter and to communicate with the Membership Officer about any PPA items for the bpf newsletter.

d) Ensure consistent messaging about PPA trainings across internal and external communications.

e) To have oversight of the cycle of reaccreditation with the BPC.

5) To ensure effective administrative and financial management of PPA trainings.

a) To take lead on ensuring all communication with trainees is up to date including collection of fees, sending out handbooks, curriculums, all training materials, and dates.

b) To work with the Director of Corporate Services to oversee and maintain budgetary control of both trainings.

c) To work with the Director of Corporate Services to provide management reporting data.

d) To collect and report on data collection of protected characteristics.

e) To provide budget updates to the training committee.

f) To recommend and implement improvements to PPA training admin systems and processes.

g) To manage all payments from trainees and to teaching staff.

6) To work with all PPA committees to maintain the functioning and growth of the PPA association.

a) To attend TC meetings, PGC meetings, bpf Heads of Trainings meetings and any other meetings to ensure the smooth running of the committees and clear communication between committee members.

b) Organise and oversee the termly PPA reading group and other social events in collaboration with the Events Officer.

c) Encourage and grow PPA members’ events in collaboration with the Membership and Engagement Officer.

7) General

a) Any other activities deemed appropriate by the CEO and Office Manager.

b) Supporting office colleagues with other trainings when necessary.

c) Working collaboratively with the whole bpf staff to ensure the smooth running of all bpf training and membership activities.

d) Being part of the office duty system.

e) Adhere to bpf policies and procedures.

This job description is intended as a guide and is not an exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities of this role. Such duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility entailed.

This job description and person specification may be subject to review from time to time in conjunction with the postholder.

Person specification

Qualifications

Good level of general education.

Experience

· Significant experience in an administration role, preferably in a client/customer-facing role, and ideally in a training, education, or membership environment.

· Knowledge of higher education or professional healthcare training, in relation to psychotherapy or counselling desirable.

· Experience of managing budgets desirable but not essential.

· Knowledge of financial and invoicing procedures desirable but not essential.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to compose communications to a wide range of professionals, and to take accurate minutes.

· Good general computer literacy including competency in Microsoft Office, databases, Zoom and Microsoft Teams, and the ability to be self-supporting.

· Able to understand the complexities of working in a membership organisation.

· Excellent organisational and time management skills.

· Able to work independently and be proactively as well as able to exercise judgement about when to draw on colleagues’ expertise and ask for assistance.

· Methodical with good attention to detail.

· Able to use initiative and continue to think under pressure when faced with sensitive interactions.

· Ability and commitment to maintain strict confidentiality.

Are you considering entering a career in law, having a strong passion for social justice? We are recruiting a Legal Assistant to provide administrative and legal support to PILC’s Gypsy and Traveller Legal Advice project which aims to defend and promote the rights of gypsies and travellers to pursue a nomadic way of life. You will assist our Supervising Solicitor, an expert in gypsy and traveller law, who has represented this underprivileged community over the last 15 years. As well as working on client files, you will liaise with the Legal Aid Agency to ensure their cases receive public funding, making sure documentation is prepared for court hearings, and arranging for experts and other participants to take part in proceedings.  

Ideally you will be available to join us from the beginning of September to benefit from a full introduction by the incumbent.

Since becoming independent in 2019, PILC has gone from strength to strength by carefully expanding our strategic priorities and project areas. Our team is growing and currently made up of 17 staff working from our modern offices in Cambridge Heath, E2.

About the role

As part of the Development Team, you will be joining our existing Individual Giving Assistant to work together to provide administrative support for the Trust’s income generation activities, including processing new supporter records and memberships/ donations, data entry, providing high-level supporter service to existing and new supporters, supporting our donor stewardship and development activities.

This role directly helps to protect nature by securing vital resources and enabling people to take their own action for wildlife.

How do we support you?

We offer a great benefits package with a range of employee schemes, including generous annual leave, flexible working, excellent learning and development opportunities, wellbeing support and much more.

About the Trust

Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust is a local nature conservation charity.

We believe that wildlife should have space to thrive alongside our everyday lives and that everyone benefits from having access to nature.

Our staff team is enthusiastic, friendly and committed to making a difference.  

About us

We are an award-wining and fast-growing local charity with an established reputation for making a real difference in the lives of people who have a learning disability and/or autism. Rooted in our local community we provide services and opportunities for our neurodiverse clients, including a wide range of creative workshops, learning and skills development courses and community projects through to employment support, work experience and job progression. We are proud to have won a Yorkshire and Humberside Social Enterprise Award with the judges comenting that we are "...a small but mighty organisation with so much passion and enthusiasm to make a real difference for their community”.

Our aim is to enable and empower our clients to develop their confidence, skills, independence, talents, health and inclusion –assisting them to lead the best quality, most fulfilled lives they can. Our services are in demand so we are now looking for an Assistant Manager who can help ensure we have the highest standards of service management, quality and delivery as we grow. 

The role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Outside the Box management team in a role that will combine planning, development, operational management and resource, staff and volunteer management. Working closely with our tutors, support workers, job coaches, volunteers and clients, the role is a varied one that spans recruitment, client support, quality assurance, content/curriculum development, team management, monitoring and evaluation,  marketing and much more. As a relatively small charity with dynamic and person-centred services, the role requires balancing practical tasks with management and forward planning. Whilst every day may be different, helping to oversee and support the high performance and continuous improvement of our client services is at the core of the role.

About you

You may have a background in post-16 education, training or employment support or experience in delivering and developing 'day' services for adults with a learning disability. You will certainly have a passion for our work, strong people management skills and a proven commitment to best quality and continuous improvement. The ability to adapt and embrace a changing, innovative environment and to model and support person-centred, impactful support for our client community are key. 

Assistant Director of Communications - Central Government Body - £46,330 (including London Weighting)

Are you an Assistant Director of Communications with excellent stakeholder management skills who'd be excited to work for a respected government body.

We're seeking an Assistant Director Communications who's had proven success in developing B2B communication strategies within regulated financial or political environments.

Location: Hybrid (London office 2 to 3 days a week), 25 days plus bank holiday entitlement (1 day increasing each year) and opportunity to join generous pension scheme

The Role:

You will be working closely with the Director of Department to deliver an external affairs strategy. Your role will be pivotal in managing Employer Engagement campaigns, ensuring alignment and consistency across 13 regions. You'll be the go-to expert for the Employer Recognition Scheme communicating with major employers and play a key role in managing high-profile events and dispersed stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a three-year Communications strategy and an annual Communications plan.
• Lead the delivery of national Gold Award campaigns and key Employer Engagement events.
• Foster strong relationships with wider Communications and policy teams
• Manage a dedicated team of 4, inspiring and guiding them towards success.

We're Looking For:

• A background in general marketing communications where you've gained experience with stakeholder engagement and/or internal communications
• Experience in complex stakeholder management.
• Proven success in developing communication strategies within financial and political constraints.
• Leadership skills and the ability to create a positive, creative, and fun working environment.
• Practical experience in events management

Additional Requirements:

• Occasional UK travel to various regional sites.
• The post holder will be subject to security clearance check, enhanced DBS and two suitable referees.

If you'd like to manage a team and work on a wide range of communication please send an up to date CV and supporting statement outlining key experience and motivation for applying.

Please note I'm working to a tight deadline of 24th June so will be interviewing and submitting as I go.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

PA to the Archdeacon
Maidstone, Kent
£13,046 pa plus excellent benefits (FTE £26,092 pa)
Part-time, 17.5 hours per week

The PA to the Archdeacon is a crucial and incredibly varied role at the Diocese, as you will provide support at a senior level to ensure the smooth running of the work of the Archdeacon’s Office in Maidstone.

As PA to the Archdeacon, you will be responsible for managing their diary, arranging meetings, events, training, diocesan responsibilities and other functions as necessary. You will also proactively assess the needs of the Archdeacon to provide organisational and administrative support to meet their wide-ranging responsibilities and the needs of the deaneries and parishes within the Archdeaconry area.

Reporting to the EA to the Diocesan Secretary, you will act as a friendly first point of contact and build excellent relationships with all who come into contact with the work of the Office.

Assisting the Archdeacon in the coordination and organisation of legal and procedural processes related to the work of the Archdeaconry or the wider diocese, you will also support with the filling of clergy vacancies in parishes, ensuring that the necessary meetings are arranged and all paperwork is completed on time.

Educated to a good standard, you should have proven experience as an administrator or Executive Assistant and of working with senior members of staff. With excellent administrative skills and demonstrable interpersonal and organisational abilities, you will be at ease developing structured, organised and highly efficient approaches to the work of the office of a senior leader ensuring work streams are delivered on time and to a high standard.

It is essential for you to be sympathetic to the mission and ethos of the Christian Church, the Church of England and the Diocese of Canterbury.

You will be expected to work occasional evenings and in rare cases some weekends, which would be taken as time off in lieu.

The Archdeacon of Maidstone has a busy role as a senior leader in the Diocese, supporting the life, vision and oversight of the Maidstone Archdeaconry encompassing it’s clergy, members, schools and churches.

Canterbury Diocese is the oldest diocese in England, stretching from Maidstone to Thanet, the Isle of Sheppey to the Romney Marsh. We have 350 miles of coastline with historic ports and seaside resorts, alongside rural communities, market towns and commuter-belt urban developments. Affluent areas often sit alongside pockets of major deprivation, offering an exciting and challenging mission context. 

At the heart of all we do is a vision of transformation for ourselves and our communities: no one can encounter God and remain unchanged. In the Diocese of Canterbury, we want to increasingly become a Christian community transformed through encounter with Christ, growing and overflowing to transform and bless the families, homes and communities we serve: Changed Lives, Changing Lives.

Closing date: 23 June 2024, 11.59pm.
Interviews: 1st July in Maidstone

Sessional Regional Shop Assistant

Permanent

0 Hour Contract (as and when required)

£12.00 per hour

Location - Dereham, Downham Market, Swaffham and Wymondham Shops

We offer many enhanced benefits including; 28 days holiday a year - plus Bank Holidays and stakeholder pension scheme with matching contributions up to 8%. Full details about our benefits can be found on our website.

We are looking for a Regional (Peripatetic) Sessional Shop Assistant to cover four of our shops in Norfolk. These shops are Dereham, Downham Market, Swaffham and Wymondham and you would need to have access to your own transport or if not there would be a requirement to use public transport to fully cover these shops. All travel expenses would be covered.

Are you self motivated with strong interpersonal skills and thrive on challenges and opportunities that come with assisting in the running of a shop? Can you assist the Shop Manager in driving sales and profits and able to work closely with staff and Volunteers to ensure we deliver the best level of customer service.

We are looking for someone who loves working with people and has the ability to lead in the absence of the Shop Manager, inspire and empower people around them. We are looking for someone who is friendly and positive in their approach and can instil an energy to those around them. Have you got a creative ability that you can bring to the role?

You will make a real difference to young people in England by helping to raise vital funds needed to support our frontline work.

It is important that you have good communication skills both inside and outside the shop, reaching out to the local community to help build support for the shop.

If you have what it takes to work hard but have some fun along the way, and support your Shop Managers to be the best, then this is the place for you!

Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more.

We look forward to receiving your application.

The Children's Society is committed to Safer Recruitment and as such a range of pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with recommendations made by the Bichard Enquiry, and current best practice. To include a basic DBS check, these will be required before employment can commence.

This vacancy closes at midnight on Tuesday 2nd July 2024. If, after 14 days, we have received enough applications we reserve the right to close the vacancy on Tuesday 18th June.

Interview date to be confirmed.

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