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Insights Officer
Job Description and Person Specification
Job Title: Insights Officer
Salary: £31,500.
Contract Type: Full-time, 35 hours per week, although 4 days / flexible hours may be considered.
Working location: Remote. This post holder will be based at home, with office visits approximately once a month, and department/organisational away days which will be discussed with Line Manager. The role may involve some occasional irregular travel to visit schools, attend events and represent Magic Breakfast at meetings throughout the UK.
Reporting to: Evaluation Manager.
JOB PURPOSE
The newly formed Impact and Insights Team exist to provide research, insights and evidence; helping Magic Breakfast to achieve our mission of ending child morning hunger now and for good. The Insights Officer is an important role within the Impact and Insights Team, responsible for ensuring the organisation is kept up-to-date with the latest research and evidence, helping us to make evidence-informed decisions and enabling us to tackle child morning hunger now and for good.
As well as keeping up-to-date with external evidence, the Insights Officer will be an integral part of delivering research and evaluation projects for Magic Breakfast – cleaning and analysing data, creating accessible and engaging narratives, communicating to stakeholders, producing insights and recommendations, and developing ideas for future projects. Our ideal candidate for this role will have hands-on experience in social research, including experience of undertaking data analytics and producing visualisations.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Undertake both quantitative and qualitative data analysis for research and evaluation projects, including cleaning and manipulating large internal and external datasets.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to create engaging and accessible outputs from research and evaluation projects including written reports, infographics, interactive data visualisations, videos and more.
- Play a leading role in Magic Breakfast’s horizon scanning by identifying external research evidence that could support achievement of our vision and feeding insights back to the organisation.
- Develop and lead a regular internal ‘speaker series’, inviting partners and colleagues from across the sector to communicate research and evidence to Magic Breakfast staff.
- Good analytical skills, including an ability to clean, manipulate, analyse and interpret complex data with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to create engaging data visualisations that can tell the story of complex data is desirable.
Please see job description for more detals
WHAT WE OFFER
At Magic Breakfast we value our employees and work hard to develop offer a supportive, respectful culture which enables everyone to bring their whole self to work. Some of our benefits include:
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25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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flexitime and flexible working
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Pension contributions
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Long service days
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3 additional days Christmas closure.
Please see Job pack attachment for details
APPLICATION PROCCESS
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately, once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications.
Should you have questions about the role before applying please email our People and Culture Team, recruitment @magicbreakfast. com
Close - 3rd November 2024
Shortlisting - 4th - 6th November 2024
Interview 1 - 12th all day / 14th Afternoon November 2024
Interview 2 and informal interview - 20th November
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Bain Research UK (BRUK) funds world-class research to discover the causes, develop new treatments and improve the lives of all those who are affected by neurological conditions.
Thanks to the generosity of our supporters vital life changing, life-saving neurological research can be funded.
We are a well-established charity that has recently launched a new strategy to accelerate the progress and funding of neurological research. This is a new role. As a small and ambitious charity, we are seeking someone who is keen to join a growing team and develop their skills and career within a vibrant, positive organisation.
The role
Reporting to the Events and Community Fundraising Manager, you will play a crucial role as part of the Fundraising Team by providing the highest levels of fundraising and event administration support to ensure the provision of seamless, excellent supporter care and assistance to our supporters.
Whilst this role is primarily providing administrative support for our fundraising and event activities, there will be opportunities to be involved with all other aspects of the charity.
The successful candidate will need to be a good team player, able to work independently, flexible, hardworking and prepared to play an enthusiastic role in helping to deliver excellent supporter care and increased fundraising income. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
Responsibilities
In this position, you will:
· Be the primary contact point with our supporters and fundraisers to provide excellent customer care
· Answer general public and supporter enquiries that come in by telephone, email and mail in a way that makes them feel important and valued regardless of the nature of their enquiry
· Ensure all fundraising income (cash, cheques online platform donations) is processed and recorded correctly onto the Donorfy database, and thanked in a timely manner
· Record as necessary enquiries, correspondence and responses on Donorfy
· Be the primary point of contact for our challenge events and community fundraisers. Build excellent relationships with them and provide materials and support, liaising before, during and following their activity/event as needed
· To work with the team to provide support for key fundraising activities such as the London Marathon and other challenge events. This will include assisting with event administration, answering telephone calls, responding to emails, thanking participants, processing donations, sending materials to participants and updating records on Donorfy
· Monitor our general email inboxes and respond to all enquiries in a timely manner
· Monitor Social Media and assist with providing content and responding to any enquires that come through these mediums
· Be responsible for ensuring stock control is monitored, both at the office and at our fulfilment house
· Appeal support: this may include contributing to content and will include monitoring schedules and deadlines
· Liaise with our fulfilment house and/or other suppliers, where necessary
· Liaise with finance as required
Person specification
You will be keen to develop your existing skills and to learn and absorb new skills. You will be methodical and well organised and provide careful attention to detail
It is essential that you have the following skills:
· Supporter care – must be able to provide our supporters and the general public with excellent customer service both written and over the phone
· Time management – you must be able to effectively manage your time and workload
· Attention to detail - you must be able to consistently produce accurate work
· IT literacy – you must be proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook and, ideally, PowerPoint
· Familiarity with the use of social media
It is desirable that you have the following skills:
· Familiarity with CRM and/or database
Knowledge
It is desirable that you have the following knowledge:
· Knowledge of fundraising principles and practices
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive in every respect, and you may be required to carry out any other duties that fall reasonably within this role. There may be occasions where you will be required to work evenings and weekends at events.
This is a description of the job as it is presently constituted. It is BRUK practice to review job descriptions and to update them from time to time, in consultation with the post-holder, to ensure they relate to the job as then being performed, or to incorporate whatever changes are reasonably required.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us
We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here.
The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.
About the role
Breast Cancer Now are excited to recruit the new role of fundraising compliance officer to support its growing fundraising ambitions. As our fundraising compliance officer, you will play an essential role in ensuring our fundraising and marketing activities meet the highest standards in an ever-changing regulatory landscape, to mitigate potential risks for the charity and to maintain the trust of our supporters.
The varied role will work collaboratively with fundraising colleagues from across the charity. No day will feel the same, as you provide expert advice and assurance on a diverse range of fundraising products and marketing communications, this includes TV ads, prize competitions, social lotteries, and direct marketing campaigns. The role will work closely with individual giving team and our professional fundraising agencies to assure we are meeting our compliance commitments.
The successful candidate will also support the compliance team as it continues to develop the culture and maturity in fundraising compliance across the charity, with continuous improvement to our training, resources, process, communication and reporting.
About you
The successful candidate will possess a blend of technical knowledge, analytical skills, interpersonal abilities and a keen eye for detail to ensure adherence to regulations and internal policies.
The ideal candidate will have some prior understanding of charity fundraising and the needs of working in an assurance role, but training can be provided. Prior knowledge some data protection legislation and fundraising regulations would also be beneficial, such as the data protection act, fundraising code of practice, CAP code, gambling commission code, and HMRC gift aid rules. You will also be self-motivated and have an eagerness to learn and develop in line with the ever-changing regulatory landscape and the charities needs and goals.
Ideal attributes of a candidate include an analytical mind, with the ability to review information, ask questions and make informed decisions to support the charity to meet its objectives, whilst also mitigating unnecessary risk.
You will be an approachable, confident and clear communicator, that can adapt your communication stye to a verity of audiences in order to convey complex information in a clear and understandable manner, that is both educational and builds productive relationships with colleagues.
Excellent organisation and IT skills are also essential tools of a potential candidate, as the role will require effective task prioritisation to manage an active schedule, record management of compliance registers and folders, plus the analysis and production of detailed guidance procedures and reports.
Job description and benefits
Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package.
Primary location of role and hybrid working
This role is primarily based in our London or Sheffield office. Our hybrid working model allows you to work up to 3 days per week at home. Occasional travel will also be required for the role.
When applying
We hope you choose to apply for this role. To support your application, you’ll be asked to submit your anonymised CV and a supporting statement. Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria. If you’ve any immediate questions please contact The Breast Cancer Now Recruitment Team.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.
Closing date 9am on Tuesday 5 November 2024
Interview date Monday 11 November 2024
Can you help us champion the cause of low-income households?
Closing date: Friday 1st November 2024.
The cost-of-living crisis has hit lower income households hard. Many are using high cost credit to meet the cost of essentials. Many are weighed down by debt problems.
We're a registered charity on a mission to improve the way that credit is provided and create better support and solutions for people who are struggling with debt. We conduct high quality research and test out innovative solutions. We're now seeking a Researcher to join our small but developing team.
Job Description
Salary Range: £29,000 to £34,000.
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week. Consideration will be given to four day working and other flexible arrangements.
Pension: Company pension scheme with NEST, with employer contributions at 6% of salary.
Term: Fixed for 12 months, with an intention to extend.
Reporting to: Chief Executive.
Location: Remote, but with a requirement to attend physical team planning meetings four times per year in locations around the UK (expenses covered).
Probationary period: 6 months.
Purpose
CfRC has a solid reputation for delivering high quality mixed methods research and evaluation. The postholder will work on a variety of projects and tasks and will be supported to obtain a flexible skillset in research and evaluation as well as building their knowledge of the impacts of credit use and debt problems amongst low-income households.
All our projects involve reviews of relevant literature in their design phase. Recent examples of projects also include:
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Designing topic guides and conducting in-depth on-line qualitative interviews with low-income households to explore how messaging about the importance of maintaining ‘good’ credit scores is impacting financial behaviours.
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Designing and analysing a survey of borrowers using a no interest lending product to assess the impacts for financial well-being and health.
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Undertaking secondary data analysis of the Financial Lives Survey to explore the drivers behind the use of illegal lenders.
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Conducting stakeholder interviews with not for profit third sector lenders to evaluate the effectiveness of grant support received during the Covid pandemic.
The researcher will play a key role in helping us to deliver similar projects to time and budget and maintain our high standards. The role requires commitment to our mission and values to maintaining the standards set by the Research Integrity Office.
Duties and Responsibilities
Conducting literature reviews.
Assisting with the drafting of research proposals, evaluation frameworks and analysis plans.
Designing topic guides, setting up and and undertaking qualitative interviews, online or by phone, and conducting focus groups.
Designing surveys and managing analysis processes (for example, creating coding frameworks or summarising data in Excel).
Undertaking quantitative research (for example, analysing survey results using statistical software such as SPSS or STATA).
Drafting sections of professional reports in MS Word and PowerPoint.
Presenting findings to clients and facilitating learning workshops.
Supporting with day-to-day client relationships, such as attending meetings with clients to give project updates.
Contributing to the strategic direction and health of the organisation by identifying research opportunities related to our mission and values, helping to maintain effective working practices, and participating in regular team meetings.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
A ‘good’ (2:1 or above) social science degree or equivalent experience (Essential).
A post-graduate degree or equivalent experience (Desirable).
Experience of producing written work to a high standard (Essential).
Experience of undertaking quantitative and qualitative research using a range of methods (for example, interviewing or running focus groups, handling and analysing quantitative datasets in SPSS or STATA).(Essential).
Knowledge & Skills
Knowledge of good research ethics (Essential)
Understanding of safeguarding policies and protocols (Essential).
Interpersonal skills and empathy for others (Essential).
Good analytical skills and critical thinking (Essential).
Initiative and Collaborative: you are able to work on your own initiative and also collaborate effectively with others as part of a team (Essential).
Able to prioritise and plan work to ensure tasks are completed in line with agreed deadlines (Essential).
Ability to present research findings and recommendations in a concise and clear manner to relevant stakeholders and audiences (Essential).
Knowledge of current policy issues relating to credit use, financial exclusion, and debt amongst lower income households (Desirable).
Knowledge of, and commitment to, equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice (Essential).
Changing credit for good & improving support for people with debts.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Can you help us champion the cause of low-income households?
Closing date: Friday 1st November 2024.
The cost-of-living crisis has hit lower income households hard. Many are using high cost credit to meet the cost of essentials. Many are weighed down by debt problems.
We're a registered charity on a mission to improve the way that credit is provided and create better support and solutions for people who are struggling with debt. We conduct high quality research and test out innovative solutions. We're now seeking an External Affairs Lead to ensure we achieve maximum impact.
Working with our Chief Executive, you'll be responsible for developing and implementing our stakeholder engagement strategy and will lead our external communications and engagement, including with respect to Parliamentarians, regulators, funders, and the media.
This a key position in our small but developing organisation, and the role requires a deep commitment to our mission and values. The successful applicant will have a wide range of skills and experience, including with respect to stakeholder engagement, marketing and communications, effective team working and project management.
Job Description
Salary Range: £38,000 to £45,000.
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week. Consideration will be given to four day working and other flexible arrangements.
Pension: Company pension scheme with NEST, with employer contributions at 6% of salary.
Term: Fixed for 12 months, with an intention to extend.
Reporting to: Chief Executive.
Location: Remote, but with a requirement to attend physical team planning meetings four times per year in locations around the UK (expenses covered).
Probationary period: 6 months.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Helping to develop our policy positions and approaches, including by preparing draft papers on public policy issues.
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Designing and implementing communications and policy campaigns, developed in conjunction with other members of CfRC’s staff team.
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Supporting launches of CfRC publications by drafting and distributing media releases, utilising social media, and creating clear engagement plans, identifying which stakeholders to engage with and how that can best be achieved.
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Drafting briefings, speaking points and speeches concerning CfRC positions for internal/external stakeholders.
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Representing CfRC in the media and at key external meetings including in Westminster.
- Helping to develop, and subsequently implement our overarching stakeholder strategy, including by monitoring and reporting its outcomes.
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Horizon scanning and working closely with other CfRC staff to analyse legislative/policy/ research initiatives impacting our priorities.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
University Degree (2:1 or above), or equivalent experience, in a relevant field such as Public Policy, Political Science, or wider social sciences (Essential).
Experience of stakeholder management: you have experience of building a stakeholder network and maintaining this. You will be able to design tailored and creative plans of how to best liaise with stakeholders and promote CfRC and its objectives (Essential).
Experience of running media (including social media) campaigns (Essential).
Experience of working with stakeholders, including Parliamentarians and Government, with respect to poverty/ low-income issues (Desirable).
Skills
Demonstrated project management skills: able to develop a plan, drive forward progress with stakeholders, incorporating their feedback, and ensuring plans remain on track (Essential).
Initiative and Collaborative: you are able to work on your own initiative and also collaborate effectively with others as part of a team (Essential).
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written. You have a proven ability to communicate with stakeholders at all levels, write clear and tone-appropriate briefs, and engaging copy for different stakeholder channels (Essential).
Knowledge
Knowledge of current policy issues relating to credit use, financial exclusion, and debt amongst lower income households (Desirable).
Knowledge of, and commitment to, equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice (Essential).
Changing credit for good & improving support for people with debts.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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We are seeking a Project Research Officer to join our small team to work on a new project, which examines the use of data and powers by HMRC in addressing offshore tax compliance.
HOURS: Part time, 2 days per week (15hrs). A flexible working policy is offered, with core working hours of 1000hrs-1500hrs.
CONTRACT: 24 month fixed term contract, subject to successfully completing a three month probationary period.
LOCATION: Remote, with periodic in-person team meetings (quarterly).
BENEFITS: 24 days paid annual leave per year pro rated, plus eight Bank Holidays. A contribution of up to £175pcm towards a co-working desk.
WHO ARE WE: TaxWatch is the UK’s only charity dedicated to compliance and sound administration of the law in the field of taxation. We are an investigative think tank which conducts forensic research and analysis on tax compliance, tax policy, and tax law, publishing our research to improve public understanding of these issues. We are independent of any political party.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Working with the Director and existing Research Analyst to conduct a research project examining the ways in which HMRC addresses offshore compliance, with a focus on its use of information and existing enforcement powers, identifying areas where compliance could be improved.
Develop and undertake the research project within specified timescales, from inception to delivery, in collaboration with the wider TaxWatch team, driving the project forward, providing updates on progress the Director and Trustees. This will involve:
· Identifying key stakeholders relevant to the project, developing and building relationships, conducting interviews, gaining insight from their knowledge and experiences and identifying areas for further investigation.
· Requesting and analysing information from HMRC.
· Analysing both qualitative and quantitative data to identify key findings and making policy and procedural recommendations based on the findings.
· Producing high quality written work, including long form written reports based on the research undertaken.
· Liaising with other organisations, journalists, politicians and government bodies to publicise the findings of the report.
· A limited amount of administrative tasks that support the running of the project including documentation of research findings and tracking Freedom of Information requests on team systems.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
ESSENTIAL:
· Critical thinking and a curious mindset, particularly seeking out and analysing data, from both qualitative and quantitative sources.
· Strong writing capability. TaxWatch is an organisation that places a high priority on concise and effective written style. Research must be clear, accurate and to the point.
· Ability to work remotely while working co-operatively with wider team. Organised and logical in approach.
· Self motivated. Able to successfully manage own time, work, and hit deadlines.
· Comfortable with statistics, and explaining complex issues to non-specialist audiences.
· Confident communicator and able to express their thoughts clearly, representing TaxWatch credibly to external stakeholders.
DESIRABLE
· A good understanding of offshore tax compliance and how HMRC currently addresses it.
· Knowledge of the current legislation pertaining to the taxation of offshore income and gains, and the enforcement powers held by HMRC.
· Recent employment or work experience in HMRC with either Fraud Investigation Service (FIS) or Risk & Intelligence Service (RIS).
HOW TO APPLY: please provide your CV (no more than two pages), and covering letter (one page), tailored to the Job Advert criteria
CLOSING DATE: Friday 15 November 2024.
INTERVIEWS: Date and location tbc. Likely week commencing 25 November via Teams or in person in Bristol.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The role
We are seeking a proactive and self-motivated Programmes Coordinator to join our team. In this role you'll be responsible for planning, organising, and delivering a variety of activities, including symposia, the biennial prizegiving ceremony, board meetings and committee meetings, as well as assisting with general administrative tasks.
You’ll need to be highly efficient and detail-oriented, ensuring that all activities are meticulously managed and executed flawlessly. As a self-starter, you'll work independently, taking ownership of processes from start to finish. Your ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain a high level of organisation will be critical in successfully managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
If you thrive in an environment where you can take the initiative, demonstrate your proactive nature, and showcase your efficient approach to coordination, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Please note, this advert will close to applications as soon as we've found the right candidate, and we're looking for someone to start ASAP, so we encourage early applications.
About Rank Prize
Founded by Lord Rank in 1972, Rank Prize stimulates and celebrates research in optoelectronics and nutrition; the two fields of research at the heart of Lord Rank’s interests and businesses. We not only award substantial prizes in recognition of significant advances in the relevant fields of science, but also actively promote the extension and spread of knowledge in these areas of research. Our initiatives include organising symposia, sponsoring lectures, and awarding grants to support training and facilitate career development, with a special focus on students and early career researchers.
Rank Symposia
Our symposia provide a unique platform for scientific exchange, facilitating in-depth discussions and exchanges of knowledge among participants who have expertise in a particular subject relating to optoelectronics or nutrition. The symposia play a crucial role in advancing scientific knowledge, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration, and stimulating further research in the fields.
Our symposia are intentionally kept small, ensuring a focused and engaging experience for all participants. With approximately ten internationally-recognised speakers at the forefront of their respective fields, these symposia bring together a select group of brilliant minds, eager to share their groundbreaking research and insights. Alongside these distinguished speakers, we also invite around 20 early-career researchers, recognising the importance of nurturing the next generation of scientific pioneers.
By fostering an intimate and inclusive environment, our symposia inspire intellectual growth, spark innovation, and cultivate a vibrant scientific community. We believe that these transformative gatherings have the power to ignite new ideas, drive research breakthroughs, and ultimately shape the trajectory of scientific advancement.
The Rank Prize
The Rank Prize is a prestigious award recognising significant contributions in the fields of nutrition and optoelectronics. The Prize is awarded biennially at our prizegiving ceremonies. These events gather an audience of around 150 distinguished individuals including renowned professionals, academics, influential leaders and experts in the fields of nutrition and optoelectronics, who come together to celebrate the outstanding achievements and contributions of the honoured recipients.
Location and travel
We all work remotely, however travel and overnight stays are required as part of the role. You'll attend around 3-4 symposia a year, which run from Mondays to Thursdays and are currently held in the Lake District. You'll also attend 2-3 half-day meetings in London a year, which may require overnight stays depending on how far away from London you live. It would be helpful if you had a full UK driving license and access to your own car.
What we offer
- 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (which will be pro-rated for a 0.8 FTE position) in addition to office closure between Christmas and New Year
- A £1,200 working from home allowance
- All the necessary equipment to work from home
- 7.5% employer pension contributions
- Life Assurance, Group Income Protection and Critical Illness Cover
- A generous staff training budget
Regrettably we won't be able to provide feedback on unsuccessful applications
Please submit your application through Charity Job. Unfortunately we're unable to accept applications that have been sent to us directly.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
At Applied Microbiology International we fundamentally believe that global challenges need to be solved by global, interdisciplinary experts. We are the oldest microbiology society in the UK and with more than half of our membership outside the UK, we are truly global, serving microbiologists based in universities, private industry and research institutes around the world. We publish an industry-leading magazine, The Microbiologist, and in partnership with Oxford University Press, we publish three internationally acclaimed journals.
AMI has been recognised in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being acknowledged as one of the happiest places to work in the UK. The Sunday Times Best Places to Work recognises and celebrates the best employers in the UK based on feedback from employees and an independent assessment of workplace culture, leadership, and employee engagement and wellbeing.
About You
The post-holder will provide key support to the Policy and Diversity Manager to achieve the policy objectives set out in AMI’s strategic plan; ensuring AMI’s community are engaged on key areas of policy and aware of relevant policy developments by contributing to the AMI newsletter, website, The Microbiologist magazine, social media, other digital platforms and networking events. They would also ensure that all activities under this remit are delivered to an excellent standard, and in line with AMI’s strategy.
Candidates will have knowledge of policy structures relevant to science and technology along with excellent research and analytical skills, and the ability to grasp unfamiliar subjects and report as concise recommendations. They will have strong communications skills to communicate with a wide-ranging audience.
Closing date: 25th October 2024
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Please note that this role will be remote, and interviews will be virtual.
For more information, please visit our website
Please send your CV and Cover Letter via the button below. Please DO NOT include your personal information i.e. name and contact details in your CV and Cover Letter. *To ensure the vacancy can be recruited in a timely manner, early application is advisable.
This is because AMI is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies to support staff from different backgrounds.
AMI takes the security of your data seriously. It has internal policies and controls in place to ensure that your data is not lost, accidentally destroyed, misused or disclosed, and is not accessed except by our employees in the proper performance of their duties.
Please note that due to limited resources it is not possible for the Society to acknowledge receipt of applications. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
“We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United Kingdom. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.”
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Financial Business Partner
£50,000 - £57,000 per year
12-18 month fixed term contract, Full-time
Hybrid working, 2 days a week in the office
Office based in Chelsea
Exciting opportunity for a Finance Business Partner to join a world class research institute and university college. Top of the league for university research quality, my client are also in the top four centres worldwide for their specialist research and treatment.
Owing to internal promotion, this role will work in the organisations financial planning & strategy function, to ensure a high-quality business partnering and financial management service that is aligned with the organisation’s strategic priorities.
Key areas of responsibility:
- Produce relevant, timely and accessible reports and ensure good dialogue to enable budget holders to monitor the financial position of their assigned budget(s)
- Working as a team with the other Finance Business Partners, work on the production of the monthly management accounts pack, ensuring timely and accurate reporting and incisive analysis and commentary
- Support budget holders to produce reasonable and considered budgets and forecasts within agreed timescale
- Working as a team with the other Finance Business Partners, work on budgeting and forecasting to ensure a timely process and a high level of accuracy and engagement
Who are we looking for?
- A formally qualified Accountant
- Relevant experience in a finance business partnering setting
- An excellent communicator who is able to influence at all levels within the organisation.
My client is fully open to sector experience. As such we welcome candidates from industry, charity or practice backgrounds.
ECU is a small, dynamic non-profit working to transform the economy so that everyone has the freedom and security to live a good life.
We are looking for a highly effective political strategist and operator, someone with exceptional political judgement and understanding of how to shift public debates and secure policy change.
You don’t need to be an economic policy specialist, but you must be adept at analysing and communicating complex issues, and at devising and delivering highly strategic and adaptable multi-stakeholder influencing programmes.
You will be a key part of ECU’s Senior Management Team, representing us externally, managing staff, and contributing to organisational effectiveness and impact. Communication and relationships are central to this role.
This is a permanent, senior role in an inspiring, high-impact, people-centred organisation. It is a chance to shape UK policy, politics and the media to ensure that debates are grounded in robust economic analysis, and that policy decisions rise to the scale and urgency of modern societal challenges. This is a full time role, our standard working week is 32 hours.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Alan Turing Institute
Named in honour of Alan Turing, the Institute is a place for inspiring, exciting work and we need passionate, sharp, and innovative people who want to use their skills to contribute to our mission to make great leaps in data science and AI research to change the world for the better.
Please find more information about us here
BACKGROUND
The External Communications Officer forms part of the Communications and Engagement Directorate, reporting into the Senior External Communications Manager. Given the growth of the Institute, the external communications officer would join a busy team in a vibrant and energetic communications and marketing department. The postholder manages a wide portfolio of projects, announcements and collaborations, working with stakeholders and partner organisation at the local, national and international level. The External Communications Officer will provide proactive comms planning and project management, media support, advice and expertise on matters relating to the Institute’s external communications.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
We’re seeking a candidate with strong written & oral communication skills and demonstrable experience of collaborating with peers & technical experts to create engaging, insight driven communication plans. You should have strong knowledge of current communication industry trends and experience in working with the media in a press office or communications environment. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with liaising and influencing a diverse range of stakeholders and be able to work flexibly whilst managing a varied workload to tight deadlines.
DUTIES AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
External communications
- Support priority Turing projects (such as our grand challenges) by being a key contact point for research teams, providing trusted advice and working with your colleagues in the wider comms and engagement directorate to create and deliver related communications plans
- Create content for the organisation’s social media and website
- Sourcing, writing or editing accurate and creative content such as newsletter articles, blogs, case studies, researcher spotlights or briefing documents
- Deputise for the Senior External Communications Manager where required
Media relations
- Monitor media coverage and prepare regular evaluation reports
- Coordinate media activities, arranging spokespeople for interviews, attending press conferences and preparing necessary briefings
- Advise senior staff members on written responses to the media, proofreading and rewriting statements as needed
- Ensure timely response to media enquiries, manage shared inbox and occasionally be on--call when required
- Develop and maintain relationships with key journalists and external partners
- Identify potential opportunities for media outreach, work with Institute partners and outside organisations to co-ordinate, write and disseminate press materials.
- Manage announcements, liaising with colleagues across the Directorate to co-ordinate website and internal communications messages
Person Specification
- Experience of working with the media in a press office or communications environment, and or journalistic experience
- At least one years’ coordinator level experience in a fast-paced communications, media or press office environment
- Experience of planning communication activities such as announcements, projects or campaigns
- Ability to work with complex information, make it accessible/strong writing skills and ability to work with experts
- Experience of Microsoft applications
- Interest and/or knowledge of media outreach
- Experience of fielding, handling media enquiries
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We are looking for someone with experience of conducting research who can work within our research team and alongside our modelling team. The candidate would be expected to conduct qualitative research, write briefings and reports, and present findings to stakeholders. They would be supported by the Head of Policy Research and the Deputy Director of the PPI.
The Pensions Policy Institute (PPI) is an educational research institute established to help improve later life outcomes. We are independent and an expert across all elements of the UK pension system. We contribute facts, analysis and commentary to help stakeholders, decision-makers and law-makers take informed policy positions and decisions on pensions and retirement income provision.
Ideally the appointment would run from December 2024 to November 2025.
Team: Policy Research Team
Direct Reports: None
Reports to: Head of Policy Research
Responsibilities
- Take overall responsibility for the management and timely delivery of PPI research projects
- Manage multiple external and internal stakeholders including project sponsors
- Conduct literature reviews and desk-based research
- Analyse and interpret data from a policy perspective and develop conclusions from analysis
- Work closely with the PPI modelling team to determine methodology for the production of data and projections
- Draft PPI reports
- Present on a variety of retirement and pensions topics (internally and externally)
- Participate in discussion groups and seminars on pensions policy issues
- Generate ideas for new areas of research and get involved in developing and securing new PPI research projects if possible/appropriate
- Manage competing deadlines and priorities
- Work closely with other members of the PPI
Essential skills:
- A working knowledge of the UK pension system, or the ability to acquire knowledge quickly and / or work experience in social policy research;
- Proven high quality research skills, including desk and internet research and the ability to lead research projects in a pro-active way;
- Proven ability to interpret statistics and modelling results;
- Excellent report-writing and data presentation skills, drafting for public, or non-technical, readers in plain English;
- Good organisational and time management skills;
- Good interpersonal skills and demonstrable team player qualities.
- Experience of presenting research findings in seminars or conferences.
The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence of the right to work in the UK and two referees. One should be the current/most recent employer and/or prior employer but they will not be contacted without prior consent. The successful candidate will also need to maintain an independent point of view to fit with the PPI’s non-political, fact-based stance.
The PPI takes the security of your data seriously. It has internal policies and controls in place to ensure that your data is not lost, accidentally destroyed, misused, or disclosed, and is not accessed except by our employees in the proper performance of their duties.
Location
We are a hybrid organisation and operate a remote working policy which means staff spend some time working in the office and some time working remotely. It is important that the successful candidate builds strong relationships across the team as a whole and with our stakeholders. As most of our audiences and sponsors are mainly based in London, there will be a strong case for the successful candidate being London based, or able to come to London as frequently as required. We therefore anticipate that the normal place of work will be at the PPI office in Central London.
Diversity and Inclusion
We aim to build, develop and retain a talented workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, skills and experiences. We welcome and actively encourage applications from anyone who feels they’d be a good fit for our organisation, regardless of race, religion, colour, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, neurodiversity or any other protected characteristics.
We want the recruitment process to give you the opportunity to share your skills and experience, and to find out more about the PPI. Before applying you are welcome to get in touch and arrange an informal chat with the Deputy Director, Dr Suzy Morrissey, before applying. Click quick apply and send us:
1. A cover letter (no more than two A4 sides) telling us about yourself with:
• How you meet the role responsibilities and skills required for the role.
• Your motivation for applying for the role and how you would benefit the PPI.
• Your notice period.
2. A CV and provide two pieces of written material.
As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete an assessment.
We promote informed, evidence-based policies & decisions for financial provision in later life through independent research & analysis.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are seeking an experienced Head of Policy Research to join our team. This is a senior and strategic role, responsible for team management and leading key research projects, providing subject matter expertise and liaising with stakeholders. The role is responsible for the delivery of research and projects under their remit and contribution to the development of new research, working closely with other senior leaders and external stakeholders.
The Pensions Policy Institute (PPI) is an educational research institute established to help improve later life outcomes. We are independent and an expert across all elements of the UK pension system. We contribute facts, analysis and commentary to help stakeholders, decision-makers and law-makers take informed policy positions and decisions on pensions and retirement income provision.
Direct reports: Permanent researchers x3 and contractors (on an ad hoc basis)
Reports to: Deputy Director
Responsibilities
- Leading the research team, managing the resources and interaction with the modelling team
- Managing relevant external research associates, brought in from time to time to complete projects
- Generating input into the overall research plan with ideas for new areas of research
- Producing scopes and bids and working with external sources to secure project funding
- Building relationships with others in the academic community and Government
- Representing the PPI at events and conferences, and in discussions with Government, the pensions industry and other stakeholders.
- The management and production of PPI research projects:
- To ensure the timely delivery of quality outputs from the policy researchers and relevant research associates
- From time to time, subject to workload: to research and draft PPI publications including conducting literature reviews and desk-based research, analysing and interpreting data from a policy perspective, developing conclusions from analysis, presenting data and report writing
- To participate in discussion groups and seminars on pensions policy issues and contribute to developing the PPI’s research agenda and profile.
- Line management responsibilities for direct reports:
- Workload management
- Support / mentoring
- Appraisals / on-going reviews
- Development / training plans
- Resource availability
Essential skills:
- A working knowledge of the UK pension system (or the ability to acquire this knowledge quickly) or work experience in social policy research.
- Proven high quality research skills, including desk and internet research, and the ability to lead research projects in a pro-active way.
- Proven ability to interpret statistics/ modelling results (the candidate is not expected to undertake modelling or handle large data sets themselves).
- Excellent report-writing and data presentation skills, drafting for public, or non-technical, readers in plain English.
- Experience of presenting research findings in seminars or conferences.
- Management of a small team of professionals.
- Good project management, organisational an time management skills.
- Good interpersonal skills and leadership skills and demonstrable team player qualities.
- The capability to work independently.
The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence of the right to work in the UK and two referees. One should be the current/most recent employer and/or prior employer but they will not be contacted without prior consent. The successful candidate will also need to maintain an independent point of view to fit with the PPI’s non-political, fact-based stance.
The PPI takes the security of your data seriously. It has internal policies and controls in place to ensure that your data is not lost, accidentally destroyed, misused, or disclosed, and is not accessed except by our employees in the proper performance of their duties.
Location
We are a hybrid organisation and operate a remote working policy which means staff spend some time working in the office and some time working remotely. It is important that the successful candidate builds strong relationships across the team as a whole and with our stakeholders. As most of our audiences and sponsors are mainly based in London, there will be a strong case for the successful candidate being London based, or able to come to London as frequently as required. We therefore anticipate that the normal place of work will be at the PPI office in Central London.
Diversity and Inclusion
We aim to build, develop and retain a talented workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, skills and experiences. We welcome and actively encourage applications from anyone who feels they’d be a good fit for our organisation, regardless of race, religion, colour, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, neurodiversity or any other protected characteristics.
We want the recruitment process to give you the opportunity to share your skills and experience, and to find out more about the PPI. Before applying you are welcome to get in touch and arrange an informal chat with the Deputy Director, Dr Suzy Morrissey, before applying. Click quick apply and send us:
1. A cover letter (no more than two A4 sides) telling us about yourself with:
• How you meet the role responsibilities and skills required for the role.
• Your motivation for applying for the role and how you would benefit the PPI.
• Your notice period.
2. A CV and provide two pieces of written material.
As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete an assessment.
We promote informed, evidence-based policies & decisions for financial provision in later life through independent research & analysis.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Develop and drive a comprehensive HR strategy that aligns with IRRI’s global objectives and enhances organizational effectiveness across its global operations
- Provide visionary leadership for the global HR function, including talent acquisition, performance management, and compensation and benefits, to ensure the institute attracts, develops, and retains top talent. Work with the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Head of Productivity, Systems and Innovation to develop the strategy and its process of implementation
- Foster a culture of engagement and continuous improvement, optimizing global resource alignment and organizational structure to support IRRI’s mission
- Oversee the seamless delivery of HR functions across IRRI’s global network, ensuring that HR services and programs are effective and responsive to the needs of diverse geographical locations
- Champion a transparent and efficient talent acquisition strategy to secure the best candidates for IRRI’s diverse and multi-national teams
- Lead the implementation of a performance management system that promotes transparency, accountability, and professional growth, tailored to the global context
- Guide the design and implementation of competitive compensation and benefits packages that attract and retain top talent, considering regional variations and global standards
- Modernize IRRI’s HR Policies in close coordination with the Head of Policy Development and ensure they’re fit for purpose, adaptive to meet organizational needs and the changing environment in which IRRI operates
- Partner with senior management to identify HR priorities and ensure HR strategies support the institute's mission and vision
- Advocate for diversity and inclusion in the workforce, aligning HR strategies with IRRI’s commitment to equality and global representation.
- Represent IRRI HR interests in the CGIAR People & Culture Community of Practice and associated high level forums through appropriate engagement and influence in system level activities
- Advocate to Leaders and supervisors on the best course of action in resolving sensitive personnel matters and escalated issues
- Champion initiatives to enhance employee satisfaction and engagement across all global locations. Develop and implement strategies that improve employee well-being, work-life balance, and overall job satisfaction, tailored to the diverse needs of IRRI’s workforce
- Ensure IRRI’s processes and HR strategy is in sync with the Tripartite HR plans and is aligned with the OneCGIAR Risk Framework
- Oversee the development and execution of comprehensive onboarding and off-boarding programs that ensure a seamless integration and transition for employees. Ensure these programs are culturally sensitive and aligned with IRRI’s global HR standards
- Align the performance appraisal process with IRRI’s strategic objectives, ensuring that performance evaluations are conducted consistently and fairly across all locations. Foster a culture of accountability and professional growth, using performance data to drive talent development and organizational improvement
- Lead continuous improvement efforts for HR systems and processes. Identify opportunities to streamline HR operations, reduce manual transactions, and enhance the efficiency of HR services. Implement technological solutions that provide real-time data and insights to support decision-making and strategic planning
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in HR leadership, preferably in an international or research-oriented organization
Skills Required
Mandatory
- Proven ability to develop and execute global HR strategies aligned with organizational goals
- Strong expertise in talent acquisition, performance management, compensation, and benefits administration
- Demonstrated success in leading and managing HR teams across diverse geographic and cultural backgrounds
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
- Sound understanding of HR best practices, local labor laws, and international HR standards
- Proficiency in English is required; knowledge of other languages would be beneficial
Preferred
- Having experience of working in Africa will be an added advantage
- Accredited Professional Qualification (CIPD, SHRM, PHR, or equivalent)
IRRI offers a highly extensive employee benefits package inclusive of globally-covered medical insurance, retirement plan, life and accident insurance, joining and separation travels, home leave, housing support, and other allowances.
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This position will remain open until filled.
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The Association of Medical Research Charities (AMRC) is the membership organisation for charities funding medical and health research in the UK. We represent over 150 charities including household names such as Cancer Research UK and the British Heart Foundation as well as smaller charities who invest in rare diseases and specific areas of unmet need. Our members are driven by patient priorities and their work accelerates the delivery of innovative treatments to improve health. We are proud of the vital role our members play in life sciences.
As a key contact for AMRC members and supporters, the Membership Officer is responsible for ensuring that all existing and prospective members receive excellent service. The Membership Officer is responsible for engaging new members and supporters, conducting meetings and delivering presentations to encourage participation in AMRC activities and for ensuring that all membership related processes and records are kept up to date.
The successful candidate will act as a central link in the AMRC team, helping to spot relevant connections and arranging assistance from colleagues as required to answer more specialist queries. They will also have a good understanding of the role of health and medical research charities and the biomedical research environment in the UK.
Overall objectives for the Membership Officer role will be to:
- Support and engage a growing membership community
- Ensure membership and account management processes are run efficiently across the organisation to deliver excellent service to our members
- Ensure membership records are kept up to date in the CRM and on our website
If you are excited by varied work with multiple stakeholders and driven by ensuring that projects reach a successful conclusion then this may be the role for you.
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