Head Of Collective Action Jobs in London, Greater London
INTRODUCTION TO GIRLS NOT BRIDES
Girls Not Brides is the only global organisation uniquely focused on creating and sustaining a worldwide movement to end child marriage and ensuring that this movement leads to tangible change for the girls at risk or affected by the practice. We are a network of over 1400 civil society organisations in over 100 countries working in partnership to end child marriage.
Our vision is a world without child marriage where girls and women enjoy equal status with boys and men and are able to achieve their full potential in all aspects of their lives. Our vision challenges deeply embedded social norms that harm the lives of girls, women and their communities.
INTRODUCTION TO THE ROLE
Girls Not Brides is looking for a Head of Research, Evidence and Learning to lead the secretariat’s work on research, evidence, data and learning to inform impactful action on ending child, early and forced marriage and unions (CEFMU). The successful candidate leads the Evidence and Learning Team and works closely with all teams to ensure Girls Not Brides is a go-to and trusted source for evidence and shared learning on what works to address CEFMU and support married girls, globally and in priority regions where we work. The role holder ensures the Girls Not Brides secretariat is a highly effective learning and knowledge hub on CEFMU, co-creating and sharing collective insights and evidence to strengthen our programme, advocacy and policy work driving impact across the movement.
Working closely with Teams in Africa, Asia and Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), they provide strategic leadership to increase uptake of research, evidence and collective knowledge by member organisations to enable more effective evidence-based action to end child marriage at all levels. Moreover, the role ensures we continue to play a leading role in coordinating global, regional and national evidence generation through convening diverse stakeholders, identifying evidence gaps and catalyzing collective efforts to strengthen the evidence base on what works to end child marriage.
In close collaboration with the Director of Learning, Evidence and Impact, the Head of Research, Evidence and Learning plays a leadership role in ensuring the timely and quality implementation and delivery of two key areas of the Strategic Objective on Learning of Girls Not Brides’ Secretariat Strategy 2022-2025. The role holder will work closely with the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) and Impact team withing the same directorate but will not lead on the organisation’s MEAL work.
About You
We are looking for a passionate and inclusive leader with demonstrable experience in research, evidence and learning and supporting the uptake of evidence for programming, advocacy and policy influencing gender justice and social change issues. The ideal candidate will be an empowering and collaborative team leader, who is able to provide strategic leadership as well as be a good people manager. We are not looking for a MEAL specialist, but rather an individual who has experience and knowledge of translating research, data and evidence into impactful advocacy and programming.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Leads Girls Not Brides work to leverage knowledge, learning and evidence for impactful action to address child early and forced marriage and unions (CEFMU) across the movement.
- In close collaboration with the Director for Learning, Evidence and Impact, plays a leadership role in ensuring the timely and quality implementation and delivery of two key areas of the Strategic Objective on Learning of Girls Not Brides’ Secretariat Strategy 2022-2025, namely: 1) “Highly effective learning and knowledge hub co-creating and sharing collective insights and evidence to drive impact”, 2) “Stronger coordination of global, regional, and national evidence generation which supports the movement’s efforts to accelerate change to end child marriage”.
- Using a collaborative approach, manages a effective Evidence and Learning Team, consisting of up to five individuals, including performance management, professional development and providing ongoing support to individuals.
- As a member of the Advisory Management Team, contributes to key internal strategic and decision-making spaces.
- Works closely with the Teams in Africa, Asia and LAC, as well as the Impact and Global Advocacy teams to deliver the organisation’s learning priorities and ambition.
- Leads the Learning Team’s strategy and work planning, budgeting, and tracking of progress against the organisation’s key performance indicators.
- Contributes to development of funding proposals as requested.
- Leads the Learning Team’s work on ensuring Girls Not Brides is a go-to and trusted source for evidence and shared learning on what works to end CEFMU and support married girls.
Leads Girls Not Brides’ work as a global knowledge and learning hub.
- Oversee the development and implementation of Girls Not Brides’ Knowledge and Learning Hub, that ensures the secretariat is a go-to place for learning and evidence on CEFMU.
- Working with the Learning Team, oversees knowledge management activities for Girls Not Brides ensuring the organisation has the latest learning, evidence and data on CEFMU and has up-to-date evidence-based key messages on CEFMU and relevant topics.
- Oversees the development of learning resources and opportunities on ending child marriage, including the development of thematic briefs, learning or research webinars, capacity enhancement sessions, peer learning sessions, etc.
- Works closely with Learning Team and teams in Africa, Asia and LAC to identify and respond to learning priorities of members organisations in the Global Partnership.
- In close collaboration with Heads of Africa, Asia and LAC Teams, oversees the development and implementation of Girls Not Brides learning offer with National/State Partnerships, coalitions and members.
- In close collaboration with Teams in Africa, Asia and LAC, ensures the Secretariat works effectively with member organisations to document, collate and share information and evidence on what works to end CEFMU, and supports effective action and results within the global Partnership and broader movement.
- Oversees the timely and effective dissemination of key evidence and learning to all audiences through different channels e.g. newsletter, webinar, etc.
Leads on the uptake of knowledge, learning and evidence by member organisations to increase the quality and impact of programming and evidence-based influencing.
Working closely with the Learning Team and colleagues in Africa, Asia and LAC teams:
- Supports the facilitation of knowledge exchange with and between member organisations, National and State Partnerships and coalitions and the broader movement.
- Ensures Girls Not Brides provides technical assistance on learning, data and evidence to selected National/State Partnerships and coalitions to inform and strengthen their collective advocacy and programming.
- Contributes to translate learning and knowledge into impactful advocacy and policy influencing initiatives and programmes.
Oversees Girls Not Brides’ role to promote a stronger coordination of evidence generation at all levels.
- Working closely with the Research Manager, oversees the work of the Child Marriage Research to Action Network (CRANK) to support stronger coordination of global, regional, and national evidence generation which supports the movement’s efforts to accelerate change to end child marriage.
- Contributes to reinforce strategic partnerships with key stakeholders and to position Girls Not Brides with key research actors in the field such as the UN, academics, think tanks, etc. for better coordination in the field and stronger strategic collaborations.
- Works closely with the Research Manager, to provide strategic direction and advice to Teams in Africa, Asia and LAC for a stronger coordination of evidence generation at regional and national level.
- Promotes and advocates for a more equitable knowledge system.
Wider responsibilities of Girls Not Brides team members
- Commit to the mission and vision of Girls Not Brides, putting them at the forefront of all planning, work and actions.
- Uphold the core values of Girls Not Brides in all areas of work and interactions with colleagues, member organisations, partners, and other stakeholders.
- Comply with Girls Not Brides policies and processes, with particular attention to safeguarding, the code of conduct and data protection.
- Ensure that internal databases and monitoring information are kept fully up to date.
- Commit to ongoing personal development and learning.
- Fulfil any other reasonable requests for the advancement of Girls Not Brides.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential experience
- Post graduate degree in a relevant area, such as social science, development studies, international relations, human rights or gender, or relevant proven professional experience.
- Significant experience in learning, evidence and research and supporting the uptake of evidence to strengthen programming, advocacy and policy outcomes and influencing on gender justice and social change issues.
- Proven experience in developing and managing effective and impactful teams, including strong and inclusive people management, line management of individuals, performance management, fostering ongoing professional development, team planning and budgeting.
- Track record of embedding a learning culture at the organisational level
- Demonstrable experience of designing and conducting quantitative and qualitative research and evaluations
- Knowledge and experience of gender transformative approaches and its application in research, programme and network spaces.
- Significant experience of working with a wide range of civil society organisations – from international NGOs to small grassroots organisations; knowledge of the challenges and opportunities facing civil society organisations working to promote a child rights/gender equality agenda.
Essential skills and knowledge
- A good understanding of the CEFMU evidence base.
- Sound understanding of policy issues related to development, human rights, and work related to CEFMU.
- Proven leadership skills in supporting teams to deliver impact across key areas of work, as well as experience in operationalising of strategic priorities.
- Ability to gather and research information from a broad range of sources, interpret complex and technical information and analyse data.
- Skills in quality assurance for research
- Excellent communication, networking and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with and inspire others.
- Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
- Strong writing skills, with an ability to write in a variety of styles, for different audiences.
- Strong ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling way.
- Ability to deal with competing demands, multiple priorities, time constraints and unanticipated events.
- Strong strategic planning and project management skills.
- A keen eye for accuracy and attention to detail
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office tools particularly Excel and PowerPoint
- Fluent written and spoken English.
- Ability to build strong relationships while working remotely.
Essential values and attributes
- Deep knowledge and experience of intersectional gender analysis and its application in programming, movement building, research and governance and a proven commitment to embody and advance gender equality.
- Skilled team worker with an inclusive and collaborative approach, in line with Girls Not Brides’ values.
Desirable
- Understanding of CEFMU from a feminist perspective and good links with key actors working to address CEFMU.
- Experience in working as part of a management team contributing to organisational and strategic decision-making.
- A good understanding and/or experience in the Humanitarian Sector.
- Commitment and ability to apply feminist leadership principles.
- Knowledge of French, Portugues or Spanish, or other relevant languages are highly desirable.
Safeguarding
Girls Not Brides is committed to safeguarding all children, young people and adults at risk with whom our staff and representatives work and interface. Any employment with Girls Not Brides may be subject to the satisfactory completion of a background check and a criminal records check, which can include but is not limited to: an overseas police record check, a Disclosure and Barring Service Check (for those based in the UK) or an International Criminal Record Check (if applicable).
Diversity at Girls Not Brides
Girls Not Brides is an equal opportunities employer. We embrace diversity, equal opportunity, and inclusion in a serious way. We are committed to building a staff body that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
How to apply
- The closing date for this role is 23:59 GMT on Sunday 23 June 2024.
- Interviews will be held onsite week commencing 8 July 2024.
To apply, please click on the ‘Apply now’ button on the job page and submit your CV and a brief cover letter clearly demonstrating how you meet the criteria.
We regret that due to the large number of applications anticipated, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. candidate
We believe in a world without child marriage, where girls and women enjoy equal status with boys and men, and can achieve their full potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Rethink Mental Illness and Mental Health UK are looking for an experienced and passionate Head of Corporate Partnerships to join our Fundraising Team.
The Fundraising team is a dynamic group of fundraisers all passionate about raising money for our life-changing work in the mental health and mental illness space. We have a diverse portfolio of income streams across Events, Community, Individual Giving, Legacies, In-Memoriam, Philanthropy, Trusts and Grants, and Partnerships.
Sitting within the External Affairs directorate, we work across both Mental Health UK and Rethink Mental Illness enabling us to harness the collective power of both organisations and deliver nearly £7million to support their work.
How you will make a difference
We are looking for an experienced Head of Corporate Partnerships to join our passionate team of fundraisers to develop and implement an effective partnerships strategy for Mental Health UK and Rethink Mental Illness. Their work will drive income growth and brand awareness, deepen relationships with existing partners and proactively engage new partners.
This role is suited to an experienced charity partnerships professional who is keen to make their mark in the mental health sector. As a senior leader, you will work collaboratively across Fundraising, Senior Leadership and the wider departments of Mental Health UK, Rethink Mental Illness and other charities in the Mental Health UK group. You will effectively lead and nurture a growing team to evolve our partnership offering, create new and dynamic partnerships and drive an ambitious pipeline with the potential to change the mental health landscape in the business community and beyond.
We believe that everyone should be treated with respect and dignity – and that’s why equity is one of our core values. We draw on the expertise, unique perspectives and lived experience of our people – regardless of who they are or their background – to help us become inclusive and anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider that reflect the diverse communities we support as a mental health charity.
*London Allowance is paid for roles that are based within the Greater London area only.
We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Please see further details on our website
You can also follow us on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram and LinkedIn to find out more about the work we do!
Don’t meet all requirements?
If the role sounds exciting to you but your experience, skills or qualifications don’t exactly match every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply, you may be just the right person for our position!
Caring for our people.
We offer a wide range of support. Some of our benefits include:
- PULSE: our recognition, rewards, wellbeing, and benefits platform. Providing access to thousands of discounts and benefits including cashback; reloadable cards; savings etc. As well as being able to thank colleagues and nominate them for awards.
- Wagestream: gives you instant access to up to 50% of your pay. Also provides a library of expert tools, tips and articles plus, helps you start building a rainy-day pot straight from your salary.
- Wellbeing support: our Wellbeing hub gives physical, emotional, and mental health support. We also have a BUPA Employee Assistance Programme with access to appointments.
- Taking time for you: we work flexibly –you get to choose where you work, managing your own diary. We have generous annual leave, starting at 25 rising to 30 days, plus bank holidays, as well as your birthday off. We also offer the opportunity to buy and sell annual leave.
- Planning for the future: We have a contributory pension scheme.
- Structured Corporate Induction: Onboarding you into the Charity supporting your wellbeing along the way.
- £300 when you introduce a Friend: receive up to £300 when you introduce a friend or family member.
Who are we?
We’re Rethink Mental Illness, a leading charity provider of mental health services in England. We support thousands of people through our groups, services, policy, campaigns and advice and information. Our work supports us in delivering on our mission: “A better life for everyone severely affected by mental illness.”
It is an exciting time to join our growing charity. We are on a transformation journey, one that supports the delivery of the organisation strategy – delivering Communities that Care. Supporting employees, managers and leaders through this change is a key priority for the People function. Just like its key that we attract diverse people to come and work for us.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
Diversity is important to us and we appreciate difference through difference, inclusiveness and belonging. It gives us a deeper understanding of the world, our society and the diverse communities we’re working with. By including everyone, we are able to draw on the unique experiences and expertise of our people to help shape and enrich our workplace and improve our services. One way we are doing is through our valued staff networks which play a critical and highly valued role in keeping us focused on creating a diverse, inclusive and engaged employer. We recognise and support staff networks for our Black, Asian and minority ethnic and our LGBTQIA+ colleagues. We are also proud to have been awarded Disability Confident Employer status and are a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter.
Becoming a truly anti-racist organisation
We have an ambition of become a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider - and in our efforts to influence policy and wider societal factors impacting on mental health set out in our anti-racist statement . We have designed a multi-year anti-racist programme of work contained in our Race Equality Action Plan which demonstrate our intention to hold ourselves accountable and be judged on our progress on becoming a truly anti-racist organisation.
We therefore actively encourage and welcome applications from everyone, including applicants with lived experience, those who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (or questioning), Intersex and (asexual) (LGBTQIA+), people with a disability, and people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Organisation: New Economics Foundation (NEF) in partnership with The Runnymede Trust
Location: Flexible within the UK
Salary: 50,306 - 52,962(depending on experience)
Contract: Full-time, 2-year fixed-term
About the Role:
Are you passionate about tackling inequality and systemic injustice? Join us as a Senior Community Organiser on the groundbreaking Power to Prosper project, a partnership between the New Economics Foundation and The Runnymede Trust. This initiative aims to address the underlying causes of poverty, inequality, and problem debt in the United Kingdom, focusing on racial equity and community empowerment.
Key Responsibilities:
● Leadership and Strategy: Lead and manage a team of community organisers working in partnership with organisations across multiple locations in the UK. Develop and implement a comprehensive community organising strategy aligned with the project's goals.
● Community Engagement: Coach and support community organisers in building relationships and mobilising impacted communities, particularly those from Black and minority ethnic backgrounds, single-parent families, and households with disabled members.
● Campaign Development: Collaborate with partner organisations to design and execute impactful campaigns that address economic inequalities and advance racial justice.
● Capacity Building: Equip community members with organising and leadership skills to take collective action on local, regional, and national issues related to inequality, poverty, and problem debt.
● Research Collaboration: Work closely with research teams to integrate participatory action research (PAR) methodologies into community engagement activities. Analyse qualitative data and contribute to evidence-based advocacy.
Required Skills and Experience:
● Demonstrable experience in community organising, leadership, and campaign development.
● Strong commitment to racial justice and anti-racism, with experience working directly with impacted communities.
● Skilled in facilitation, communication, and relationship-building across diverse audiences.
● Understanding of participatory action research (PAR) methodologies and qualitative data analysis.
● Knowledge of the wider political context influencing economic inequalities and social justice issues.
Additional Information:
This role reports to the Head of Community Organising and involves close collaboration with the Head of Research at The Runnymede Trust. Initial priorities will include recruiting and mentoring two Regional Organisers to strengthen our presence and impact across the UK.
How to Apply:
To apply for this role and see the full job description, please visit our website,
Deadline for Applications: 15th June 2024
Interviews: w/c 1st July 2024
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from Black and minority ethnic communities and other underrepresented groups. Join us in making a tangible difference towards a fairer and more equitable society.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Wandsworth WellFamily and Foodbank Service is an adult mental health service serving the Wandsworth community and based in foodbanks and GP surgeries across the London Borough of Wandsworth. We offer short term, holistic support focusing on the needs of the whole family whilst directly supporting the adult.
New funding has enabled us to create this post which will focus on increasing our capacity and inclusivity to provide emotional and practical support to the most vulnerable foodbank guests, who present with complex needs. This will involve providing a short-term intervention of up to two sessions, making safeguarding referrals where appropriate, liaising with GP’s and improving their access to services.
The other facet to the role will involve building new links with marginalised communities in Wandsworth, such as Refugee and Asylum Seekers, people with substance misuse, victims of domestic violence and the LGBTQ+ community. The goal is to reduce health inequalities including racism and all forms of discrimination.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Young People’s Senior Peer Research Coordinator - Haringey
Are you passionate about working with young people? Do you have experience of project management, involvement and research methods and helping others to do research?
If yes, we have the ideal job for you. We are working in partnership with the Peace Alliance in Haringey as part of the Peer Action Collective to develop solutions with young people to address youth violence. The work is funded by the Youth Endowment Fund.
Working with young people aged 10-20, as well as local secondary schools and colleges, the project will carry out peer research and develop social action projects.
The person in this role will be excellent at co-ordinating multiple projects and groups, with strong project management skills and will be a core part of our delivery team. You will also get the opportunity to work on other young people’s involvement projects at McPin.
The post is full time and will suit someone who would like some flexibility in working hours, as there will be evening, weekend work plus school holiday activities, including Wednesdays and Fridays from 4-7 pm at Tottenham Town Hall. Your time will be split between working from Tottenham Town Hall in Haringey, the McPin Foundation offices in London and remote working as needed for project delivery.
You will link with stakeholders – schools, the police, local councillors – to help build networks to drive our social action projects forward.
Most importantly you will be supporting and mentoring young people as they learn about peer research and develop social action projects to drive change.
Interested in finding out more? Do contact Tanya Mackay at McPin or apply via our application form.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About The Connection at St Martin’s
We believe that no one should have to sleep rough on London’s streets, and that everyone should get the support they need to find a place to call home. We get to know every person we work with, understanding what they need to recover, helping them build on their strengths, and supporting them to find their own way home. Help us make London a city where no one sleeps rough on our streets.
London’s diversity is its biggest asset and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London’s diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
We particularly encourage applications from candidates with lived experience of homelessness who we believe are an essential asset in our sector.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome the opportunity to consider flexible working arrangements.
About the Role
- You will develop, manage and grow an enthusiastic and motivated team of challenge event participants, pioneer our involvement in the collaborative London Walk event, lead on our Special Events programme, and identify new opportunities and networks for our Community Fundraising remit.
- You will manage the Events Assistant, with a particular focus on their work on our annual Pilgrimage event.
- You will have a strong track record in Events and Community Fundraising, with a solutions-focussed mindset.
- You will have experience in translating sector best practice into action, and to be excited at the prospect of innovating and pursuing new Events and Community Fundraising opportunities for the organisation.
- This is a maternity cover role until June 2025
Full job description can be found on our website
Salary: £38,917
Closing Date: Sunday 30th June
Interview Date: Tuesday 9th July
Our Benefits
· 30 days holiday plus bank holidays
· Generous training budget, plus an annual personal training budget
· Enhanced Sick Pay Policy
· Enhanced family friendly policies
· Day off for moving house
· Hybrid working (depending on role requirements)
· Pension – 5% Employer, 3% Employee
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· Season Ticket Loan
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Reward Gateway (access to discount vouchers and cashback at the UK’s favourite retailers)
We are a London Living Wage employer
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Director of People and Culture, L'Arche in the UK
ABOUT L'ARCHE
L'Arche is a worldwide movement of people with and without learning disabilities building community together. We aim to be a beacon for our society - of what social care can be, what life with learning disabilities can be, and what a human society can be.
L'Arche in the UK is a registered charity and a regulated provider of care and support. Our 11 Communities in England, Scotland and Wales offer a varied mix of adult supported living, registered care, and day services.
Our UK annual turnover is about £20m. Well over a thousand people across the UK belong to a L'Arche Community, including about 300 people with learning disabilities and more than 700 employees and volunteers.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reports to: National Leader / CEO
Direct reports: HR Advisor, Head of Learning and Development
Salary: £72,800 (plus London weighting where appropriate)
Location: Hybrid, with 2-3 days a week in our London office, or in another L'Arche location. (If your base is outside London, you can expect to spend 2-3 days a month in the London office). The role includes regular travel to L'Arche Communities UK-wide, and to national meetings.
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week, full time
Purpose of the role:
Lead people vision, strategy, systems and services that make L'Arche a great place to work, belong, and grow in Community - so that we live out our mission and values.
Key responsibilities:
Vision and values
- Lead L'Arche in our identity as a life-giving place to work, belong and grow, in line with our mission and values.
- Develop a coherent vision and strategy for L'Arche as a place where people can flourish.
- Integrate this people vision into organisation-wide ambitions, priorities and initiatives.
- Build clarity and confidence about how to bring together the L'Arche focus on community, mutuality, and spirituality.
Recruitment, retention, and belonging
- Build a L'Arche-wide focus on belonging, wellbeing and employee retention.
- Oversee recruitment strategy and processes across l'Arche.
- Lead on workforces strategy, pay and rewards.
- Support L'Arche Communities to welcome a new generation of volunteers and friends.
- Lead employee and volunteer engagement, and build a culture of co-creation, ownership, and voice for everyone.
Learning, development, and formation
- Oversee co-production and roll-out of a new Values, Skills and Behaviours Framework.
- Lead a new initiative on line management skills and culture.
- Oversee the national Learning and Development team in providing central programmes for assistant and leader induction and leadership development.
- Support Communities to identify and develop future leaders.
- Oversee development and implementation of an overall strategy for learning, development, and formation.
HR structures, strategy, and services
- Ensure L'Arche has the skills, policies, systems, and information for consistently good and compliant HR services and line management.
- Review and lead people functions across L'Arche, to ensure clear, coherent, and cost-effective HR services.
- Manage the HR team, Learning and Development team, and national HR and L&D budgets.
- Oversee the accuracy and relevance of admin and data systems.
- Oversee HR employee relations and whistleblowing across l'Arche.
Leadership
- Champion the mission of L'Arche and model our values.
- Contribute expertise on HR, inclusion, employment law and learning and development to wider discussions.
- Maximise the voice, power, and engagement of employees and of people with learning disabilities.
A full role description and person specification can be found in the Recruitment Pack.
The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 16 June.
The first round of interviews will be online, between 28 June and 5 July.
To apply, please answer the questions on our online application form.
Please also read our privacy notice for job applicants.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the ITF
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) is at the forefront of building power for transport workers globally. The affiliate-led global union federation is recognised as the world’s leading transport authority. It is the collective voice for 20 million transport workers across the world.
We work for a world where workers are treated equally – with dignity and respect. We fight passionately to improve working lives, connecting approximately 700 trade unions from 147 countries to secure rights, equality and justice for our members.
The ITF is head-quartered in London, with offices in Abidjan, Amman, Geneva, Hong Kong, Montreal, Nairobi, New Delhi, Panama, Rio de Janeiro, Singapore, Sydney and Tokyo.
About the team
The ITF Communications Team works decisively to elevate global issues and drive collective action to improve the rights of all transport workers.
The Communications Department is pivotal for leading strategic thinking around communications across the ITF’s industrial sections, our regions and key areas of focus including women and young transport workers, through to sustainability, health and safety, future of work and supply chain accountability.
You’ll join an expanding team committed to discovering, testing and pushing the envelope for worker- and people-driven change ― working to advance the ITF’s current strategic directions:
· To grow and activate our membership.
· To position the ITF at the forefront of innovative campaigning.
· To influence global and regional policy.
The team sets and delivers the creative and strategic vision for communications strategy, digital engagement, content production, design, branding, media relations and building stronger networks and collaboration with our affiliated unions.
About the role
This hands-on role will lead the implementation of global communications strategies for ITF’s Land and
Air Sections (LAS): Aviation, Railways, Road Transport, Tourism and Urban Transport.
The LAS Communications Manager will work closely with the industrial sections and affiliates to push forward a union-led agenda for the aviation and inland transport industries.
Working within a multi-disciplinary team, this role will work collaboratively to deliver and evaluate forward-thinking communication strategies for these industrial work programs and their priority campaigns. The role will include targeting diverse audiences including transport workers in the industries, employers, allies, media, policy makers, political leaders and the wider public. The role will also play a crucial role in ensuring that section’s industrial priorities and issues are reflected and integrated in organisation-wide communications priorities and areas of focus.
Fundamental to this role will be an ability to develop expert knowledge and keep on top of policy and industrial issues facing aviation, railway, road transport, tourism and public transport workers, and effectively interpret and analyse the complex issues and challenges into communications strategies that advance workers’ rights.
You will be part of delivering solidarity and support to local, national and global disputes, building communications that reinforce the critical role transport workers in the land and air industries play, developing strategies to support union-led policies on everything from health and safety to sustainability, and raising the volume on the global struggle to advance the rights and equalities of the world’s transport workers.
We are looking for someone who is a natural leader. Someone who is able to develop, manage and maintain strong relationships and operate in a politically charged environment. Someone who has a growth mindset, thinks globally, works with a relational approach, is receptive to feedback, actively values diversity, and who acts with integrity and transparency.
If you want to wake up every day thinking how to develop and implement communication strategies that effectively improve the lives and livelihoods of workers, we invite you to apply.
Why work for us
The ITF offers a highly attractive salary, leave entitlement and benefits package for our employees including a generous pension scheme, flexible working arrangements and the opportunity for international travel.
People from a diverse range of genders, cultures, abilities and experiences are actively encouraged to apply. At the ITF, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our team and our affiliates. We see the diversity of our staff as a source of intelligence and our strength. We welcome all applications regardless of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, migration status, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, disability, age, political opinions or trade union affiliation or activity.
For more information, visit our website.
How to apply
To apply for the position please email your CV and a covering letter with a link to any releven examples of your work, with the subject line ‘Communications Manager (LAS) - Application’ by Tuesday, 18 June 2024. Interviews will be held either the week commencing early July 2024.
For further information or a confidential conversation about the role, please contact our team.
The ITF is open to discussing relocation options for the successful candidate or the option of being based out of one of ITF’s regional offices.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
BEO is an independent national Black civil rights and campaigning charity created to dismantle systemic racism in Britain, drive generational change and deliver better lived experiences for Black people across the country. We are ready for a generational shift and will strive tirelessly to dismantle systemic racism and make the UK a better, fairer country for Black people.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about driving forward anti racist change and who has developed similar frameworks. You will have strong EDI, anti-racist and intersectional experience of successfully influencing change to improve the experience of minority groups in an organisation.
This is a great opportunity for a driven and credible advocate of equality, diversity and inclusion, who has an understanding of equality and diversity legislation, HR policies, issues and good practice as well as what it takes to foster an inclusive culture and to play a key role in a highly respected national charity. The successful candidate will have experience of providing strategic operational advice and guidance on EDI to employers at all levels of their organisation. You may be working as a consultant in the space already or be an in-house specialist.
In return we offer flexible working, a generous employee benefits package, a friendly supportive team and the chance to be part of a charity focussed on dismantling systemic racism experienced by Black people in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the ITF
The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) is at the forefront of building power for transport workers globally. The affiliate-led global union federation is recognised as the world’s leading transport authority. It is the collective voice for 20 million transport workers across the world.
We work for a world where workers are treated equally – with dignity and respect. We fight passionately to improve working lives, connecting approximately 700 trade unions from 147 countries to secure rights, equality and justice for our members.
The ITF is head-quartered in London, with offices in Abidjan, Amman, Geneva, Hong Kong, Montreal, Nairobi, New Delhi, Panama, Rio de Janeiro, Singapore, Sydney and Tokyo.
About the team
The ITF Communications Team works decisively to elevate global issues and drive collective action to improve the rights of all transport workers.
The Communications Department is pivotal for leading strategic thinking around communications across the ITF’s industrial sections, our regions and key areas of focus including women and young transport workers, through to sustainability, health and safety, future of work and supply chain accountability.
You’ll join an expanding team committed to discovering, testing and pushing the envelope for worker- and people-driven change ― working to advance the ITF’s current strategic directions:
· To grow and activate our membership.
· To position the ITF at the forefront of innovative campaigning.
· To influence global and regional policy.
The team sets and delivers the creative and strategic vision for communications strategy, digital engagement, content production, design, branding, media relations and building stronger networks and collaboration with our affiliated unions.
About the role
The Media Manager will be responsible for taking charge of the ITF’s global media strategy. We are looking for an experienced media relations professional who can further enhance and solidify ITF’s reputation as the global voice of transport workers and as an authoritative voice in the transport industry and global trade union movement.
We’re seeking an experienced media relations manager, preferably with international experience and with established media relationships amongst leading international media.
You will be part of team responsible for delivering solidarity and support to local, national and global disputes, building communications that reinforce the critical role transport workers play, developing strategies to support union-led policies on everything from health and safety to sustainability, and raising the volume on the global struggle to advance the rights and equalities of the world’s transport workers.
Your role will be pivotal for securing media coverage that raises awareness of the work and priorities of the ITF internationally across broadcast, print, online media, and trade press.
This hands-on role, will lead on developing, implementing and advancing ITF’s global media relations strategy. The Media Manager will also provide strategic advice and coaching to ITF’s leadership on proactive and reactive media strategies, as well as strategic guidance and support for other members of the ITF’s multi-disciplinary communications team.
We are looking for someone who is a natural leader. Someone who is able to develop, manage and maintain strong relationships and operate in a politically charged environment. Someone who has a growth mindset, thinks globally, works with a relational approach, is receptive to feedback, actively values diversity, and who acts with integrity and transparency.
If you’re someone who wants to lead on the development of ITF’s long-term media programme, who is driven to improve the lives and livelihoods of workers, we invite you to apply.
Why work for us
The ITF offers a highly attractive salary, leave entitlement and benefits package for our employees including a generous pension scheme, flexible working arrangements and the opportunity for international travel.
People from a diverse range of genders, cultures, abilities and experiences are actively encouraged to apply. At the ITF, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our team and our affiliates. We see the diversity of our staff as a source of intelligence and our strength. We welcome all applications regardless of gender, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, migration status, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, disability, age, political opinions or trade union affiliation or activity.
How to apply
To apply for the position please email your CV and a covering letter with a link to any relevent examples of your work with the subject line ‘Media Manager - Application’ by Tuesday,18 June 2024. Interviews will be held early July.
For further information or a confidential conversation about the role, please contact our team.
The ITF is open to discussing relocation options for the successful candidate or the option of being based out of one of ITF’s regional offices.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: London, with travel to Crisis' services across England, Scotland and Wales
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £83,000 per annum
Closing Date: Friday 14th June 2024
Crisis is the national charity for homeless people, working side by side with thousands of people each year as they find ways out of homelessness. We know that homelessness is not inevitable; we know that together we can end it.
At Crisis, we have an incredible and committed workforce of more than 700 employees across England, Scotland and Wales, as well as c5,000 inspiring volunteers who are central to the success of our Christmas services and the running of our shops. Without them Crisis quite simply wouldn’t exist.
This is an exciting time to be joining us. Emerging from a period of change, we have a new 10-year strategy and an even greater focus on purpose and priorities. Central to the success of this will be ensuring that Crisis is a positive, high performing and inclusive work environment that allows us to have the greatest impact for those that we support.
As a member of the wider leadership team, the Director of People & Culture will be responsible for developing a strategy that that delivers on our aspirations for our staff and volunteers, attracting and retaining a diverse and talented workforce and creating an environment that allows everyone who works with us to feel safe and be the best that they can be. As our most senior People leader in the charity, this is a role that is highly visible at all levels and you will be required to build strong, trusted relationships across the leadership team, our Board and with our staff and volunteers.
We are looking for an authentic and inspiring leader who brings significant experience of developing and implementing people strategies, with strong knowledge of culture and organisational development. A changemaker who encourages those around them to step outside their comfort zone, you will have a confident and informed approach to all things relating to people and culture and a proven commitment to promoting equity and inclusion in the workplace, so that everyone feels able to be their authentic and best selves.
While experience of working within a charity would be beneficial, we are also keen to hear from candidates who bring transferable experience from other sectors. In addition to wanting to hear from experienced people leaders who share our vision and values, we also welcome applications from emerging leaders for whom this will be their first director role but who bring the enthusiasm and drive to succeed in it.
We are excited for someone to join us who is passionate about ending homelessness and ensuring that their team is focused on delivering excellence to ensure that we are achieving the Crisis mission. If this sounds like you then we would love to hear from you.
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We are currently seeking a Team Lead to head up the delivery of support services for carers across the Southend Borough. Working 37 hours per week with remote working with the flexibility to work from home and community venues in Southend.
Tasks will encompass: managing the Carer Support Advisers within the team, providing personalised information and advice to carers, working with carers using a strength-based approach to identify their needs and plan support as required and building effective relationships and partnerships with commissioners, other organisations, partners and key stakeholders to create better outcomes for carers.
To be successful in your application, you will ideally need experience of managing a small team and building up relationships across partners and communities in order to deliver agreed outcomes within timescales.
In return, you will benefit from working for a not-for-profit organisation that delivers a service which makes a real difference to people’s lives. We offer training and development to help you grow your career, good annual leave entitlement, flexible working options, access to our work-place pension, employee assistance programme and a Benenden Healthcare package.
If you are interested in becoming part of our team and have the skills and experience, we are looking for and are passionate about making a real difference then please read the Job Description and Person Specification contained within the Candidate Pack.
Appointments are subject to Carers First receiving an appropriate disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service that we consider acceptable.
We encourage and welcome applications regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.
If you would like to discuss this role confidentially, please contact us and we will be happy to organise for one of the Team to contact you. Please note that if you have not been contacted within one week of the closing date, your application has not been successful.
Carers First is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.