Project Manager (Learning Jobs

Location: London WC1H (We operate hybrid, flexible working practices with 40% of your time per month being office based)

Join the ACU as Research and Evaluation Manager and use your experience of managing and evaluating programmes to help us build a better world through international collaboration in higher education. 

The ACU offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the higher education sector. We are one of the largest, most diverse international university networks, bringing together over 500 universities in 50 countries. Championing the power of higher education to improve lives, we support our members – and our people – in contributing to sustainable development across the Commonwealth and beyond.

The role

As the Research and Evaluation Manager, you will manage the ACU’s overall contribution to the AU EU International Research Consortium (IRC). The IRC is a new bi-continental platform for Food and Nutrition Security and Sustainable Agriculture (FNSSA). It was launched in 2022 and is closely linked to the main policy process of the AU-EU cooperation on Research and Innovation- the High-Level Policy Dialogue (HLPD). The implementation of the FNSSA Roadmap is expected to be improved through the IRC platform which is aiming to provide a long-term and sustainable governance and funding mechanisms, and a knowledge management and communication system that will inform policy makers and other major FNSSA actors.

The ACU is one of the founding organisations of the IRC. The role holder will be responsible for partnership management and the development and implementation of the Monitoring and Evaluation Frameworks for two Horizon Europe funded programmes which will be contributing to the establishment and maintenance of the IRC.

Key tasks will include developing participatory monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) frameworks, data collection and analysis systems as well as project management including reporting to Horizon Europe programme coordinators based at the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) in Ghana.

Who are we looking for?

The role of Research and Evaluation Manager will require experience in developing participatory monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) frameworks, data collection and analysis systems. As well as a good understanding of the research and innovation landscape of food and nutrition security as well as sustainable agriculture in Africa and Europe.

You will need:

• Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) skills in the context of sustainable agriculture and food security, including design of framework, data collection tools, and analysis.

• Research impact analysis skills.

• Administrative and interpersonal skills including verbal and written communications.

• Experience of managing internationally based projects and stakeholders.

• Excellent relationship management skills.

• Working in large international multi-level partnerships.

What to expect:

We see equality, diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our mission and we value the many different perspectives that people from all backgrounds bring to our collective performance (you can find more about our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and safeguarding on our website). We believe in investing in all our people and creating cultures in which everyone can thrive.

We offer a fantastic package of benefits including:

• 27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays (pro rata - part time employees) and 4 Christmas closure days

• Generous pension scheme – 5% employee contribution, 10% employer contribution 

• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave

• Significant investment into your personal and professional development

• Regular social activities

• Health and wellbeing programmes

• Give as you earn charitable donations scheme

• Cycle to work scheme

• Interest-free travel season ticket loan

How to apply:

Click on the apply button to visit our recruitment portal, submitting your CV (maximum 2 pages) and online application form (maximum 1000 words) outlining how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the criteria for the role. Please include your motivation for applying.

Closing date: 1st July 2024

Interviews will take place from 5th July 2024

If we receive sufficient applications before the closing date, interviews may take place earlier, so you are encouraged to apply early.

Interviews will take place virtually or in person.

Talent is everywhere, opportunity is not. The Talent Foundry (TTF), a UK education charity, bridges this gap and improves social mobility for young people in underserved schools.

Educational inequalities are vast, and the widening disadvantage gap is diminishing social mobility progress. Working with partners, including Dell Technologies, KPMG, the NHS and Network Rail we deliver industry-focused, skills workshops to enhance opportunities for young people (aged 9-18+).

Each year we impact 60,000 young people thanks to industry partnerships and their volunteers’ engagement across lightbulb moments in schools, through to intensive connections with employers.

The Programme Manager role 

Due to the expansion of our programmes we are seeking a new team member to support our next year of growth and delivery.

You will be managing and developing skills and employability programmes designed in partnership with industry. With support, from your team and colleagues, you will ensure TTF educational programmes are successfully delivered from conception to evaluation. You will work collaboratively with our corporate and industry partners to support teachers and students in schools and further education institutions.

What you will be doing

• Management of multiple projects and events
• Team management (experience of line managing direct reports)
• Use systems and administrative processes
• Building exceptional relationships with partners, teachers and volunteers
• Evaluation and reporting

To read the full job information pack, either visit our website or download the attachment. Please read this before completing your application as it contains some helpful advice of what we are looking for. 

Job details

• £35,000 salary (pro-rata for part time)
• Full or part time opportunity (min 4 days a week)
• Hybrid working
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays
• Training budget

And if you join our team, you can expect to receive feedback like this from our former students: 

"I just wanted to say a big thank you for your help. Without networking with you I would not have been so prepared for it. If it wasn't for Powering Potential all those years ago I would not have developed into the person I am today. So for that, I thank you." 

Hybrid working

This is a hybrid role. You will be working from home and join Team Together Days in a co-working space in London 2-3 individual days each month. These days are considered commuting days. You do not need to live in London to apply for this role, but you will need to consider what you feel is a reasonable commuting distance for the team days in London.

Working in our Education Team and reporting to the Chief Education Officer you’ll have the opportunity to manage and deliver our activities in London and the South East of England. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include managing Education Officer(s) in the region, project managing funded projects both locally and nationally, supporting and growing our volunteer pool and overseeing all delivery in the region, with a focus on educational settings. You will also support the Education Team in creating resources to equip schools with the tools to embed LGBTQ+ inclusion and a celebration of diversity in all its forms into their curriculum.

To learn more about the role, please read the attached job description below where we outline the person specification and a more in depth view of the Education Manager (London & South East) role.

Engagement and Project Delivery Lead for leading Charityin North West London required.

We are small but growing organisation and looking for the right person to join our friendly and progressive Independant Chair led team.   Please do take time and consideraton in applying for this role as we are looking for a candiate that fits the criteria and relevent exprience of the role.

Application forms will be sent on request and   must be completed for  consideration to proceed  to the nxt interview stage.  Copy and paste CVs will not be accepted.

Interview dates will be Mid July.

Previous Applicants need not apply.

Good Company (Surrey) is a charity that works to prevent and alleviate poverty. Our mission is to lead our community towards a poverty-free future, while supporting those who need our help.

Our Foodbank is at the core of what we do and who we are. Our activities include Support Work and Counselling, Epsom and Ewell Refugee Network, the East Surrey Poverty Truth Commission and Epsom and Banstead Pantry. We demonstrate our values by being compassionate, kind, trusting, engaged, non-judgemental and resourcing.

We are seeking a Fundraising Manager. In this new organisational role, you will proactively create and grow fundraising income opportunities with individuals, community groups, the faith sector and grant giving trust and foundations. You'll be at the heart of our local community, bringing our cause to life and building lasting donor relationships.

We are looking for someone with fundraising expertise, with a proven track record of building relationships with individuals, community groups, trusts and foundations and other donors to achieve and exceed annual income targets.

For further details please take a look at the Job Description. To apply, please submit your CV and covering letter, addressing the points outlined in the Person Specification. 

Closing date: 25th June at 5pm

Interviews: 2nd July

Join our vibrant team at a leading Children's Hospital Charity! Work with the Head of Community and Events to drive our fundraising strategies. Lead exciting projects like Christmas Jumper Day, PJ Day, Summer Virtual, Gaming, and more. Expand our supporter base and boost annual income.

An opportunity to also develop In Memory and Schools campaigns, create innovative fundraising products, and enhance supporter stewardship programs. Manage the Community Fundraising team, ensuring top performance and alignment with our strategic goals. Be part of a mission that makes a real difference in children and young peoples lives!

ABOUT US

At Turning Tides, we are dedicated to addressing the issue of homelessness in our community. Our mission is to challenge stigma, generate income, promote diversity, and amplify the voices of those experiencing homelessness. We believe in fostering compassion, garnering public support, and driving social change.

ROLE OVERVIEW

As the Communications Manager, you will play a pivotal role in supporting every aspect of our charity’s work. Working closely with the Senior Management Team, you will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging communications across various channels. From crafting compelling narratives to managing digital marketing campaigns, your efforts will raise awareness, drive income generation, and amplify the voices of those we serve.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement strategic communication plans to promote our diverse range of initiatives.
• Create compelling content that reflects the diversity of our work and inspires compassion and support from the public.
• Utilise digital marketing tools and platforms to reach a wider audience and drive engagement.
• Manage our WordPress website and ensure its content remains relevant and up-to-date.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment and consistency in messaging.
• Utilise your project management skills to meet tight deadlines and deliver successful campaigns.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Good working knowledge of digital marketing via social media platforms and ecomms.
• Familiarity with the housing association and/or homelessness sector.
• Proven experience in marketing and communications within the Charity Sector.
• Track record of delivering creative ideas and successful marketing campaigns.
• Proficiency in IT tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, publishing software, and databases.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage projects effectively and meet deadlines.

STAFF BENEFITS AT TURNING TIDES

SUPPORTING YOUR WELLBEING AND GROWTH

• Flexible Working: Prioritising work-life balance, we offer flexible working arrangements tailored to your needs.
• Health Cash Plan: Access a comprehensive health cash plan for contracted employees, supporting your healthcare expenses.
• Community Impact: Join a community-led organisation with a meaningful mission, contributing to positive change.
• Stakeholder Pension Scheme: Participate in our stakeholder pension scheme for a secure financial future.
• Healthcare and Life Assurance: Benefit from healthcare cash plan and life assurance for peace of mind.
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access round-the-clock wellbeing support for valuable advice and resources.
• Local Discounts: Enjoy local discounts, including gym memberships, for physical and mental well-being.
• Generous Annual Leave: Receive up to 25 days of annual leave, with potential increases based on service, for personal recharge and interests.

WHY JOIN US?

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of those experiencing homelessness. You will work in a supportive environment where your creativity and ideas are valued, and where you will have the chance to grow both personally and professionally.

If you are ready to use your skills to drive positive change, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join us as our Communications Manager and be a part of our mission to create a brighter future for our community.

To apply, please ensure you complete an online application form, including your responses to the questions and upload a copy of your CV and complete an Equal Opportunities Questionnaire.

Successful applicants, dependent on role, will require an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

EDI Learning & Development Manager
Reference: MAY20242151
Location: Flexible in UK
Salary: £38,389.00 - £41,212.00 Per Annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.  
Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave

We know that to tackle the nature and climate emergency, we need to enable more, and more diverse people to act for nature. We are committed to not only improving our workplace and its culture but also driving forward EDI as it is our responsibility towards a sustainable future for people and nature together.

This is a very exciting time at the RSPB, with an ambitious strategy and a commitment to improving the way we operate to protect and enhance nature. The EDI Learning & Organisational Development Manager will play both a strategic and operational role in driving change through learning, leading as a member of the EDI team.

This position will lead the design, development and delivery of our strategic EDI learning program, supporting the needs of our whole workforce, including our volunteers. The successful candidate will develop close relationships with a wide range of stakeholders across the organisation, working collaboratively to support the transformation in behaviours and skills required to make the RSPB a more inclusive, diverse, and welcoming place for all.  You’ll be a leader in the EDI space, with opportunities for creativity, innovation and thinking differently to how we engage and embed learning on inclusion, in an accessible, inspiring way.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver a strategic EDI learning plan, to build the RSPB’s capability on a creating a more inclusive workplace culture.
• Align with L&OD team on creating consistency of learning approaches and key messages across the organisation’s learning offer.
• Build expert knowledge and skill within the organisation on EDI, prioritising any current programme key themes.
• Identify skills gaps and future learning requirements, keeping abreast of latest learning and development products and approaches. This would include a keen understanding and application of accessibility, neurodiversity and different learning needs, to support and upskill the EDI team and other colleagues.
• Curate, develop and design EDI learning content, including online, and assess relevant EDI learning and development options. Including workshops, action learning sets and peer support sessions.
• Working with EDI specialists to consider and incorporate a range of approaches and best practice to the EDI learning offers.
• Co-ordinate the logistics of training programmes and identify external training partners.
• Embed solid evaluation processes across learning interventions, analyse and provide reports on key recommendations and findings to stakeholders including programme board.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally including within Environmental, Conservation and NGO partners – to network, share good practice and develop partnerships or learning opportunities.
• Support and develop the capability of any direct line reports around EDI Learning and Development.

Essential skills, knowledge and experience:

• Knowledge and experience of designing, developing and delivering high quality, engaging training programmes, workshops and educational resources. Ideally to a wide range of audiences in a workplace or post-16 setting.
• Experience of the full training lifecycle from needs analysis through to developing strategic approaches for meeting those needs.
• Excellent up-to-date knowledge and understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion issues across a range of characteristics, including the Equality Act.
• An ability to build relationships with, and persuade and influence people at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong IT user with a willingness to develop further skills.
• Experience with delivering training online and good practices around creating accessible online training or education resources.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills, with the ability to demonstrate leadership without line management.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and to all levels.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to find creative solutions.
• Experience in project management and budgeting.

Desirable skills, knowledge and experience:

• Teaching or training qualifications.
• Knowledge of barriers to marginalised or underrepresented people in conservation sectors.
• Experience of designing training and resources around EDI or culture/ behaviour change.
• Experience of the conservation, environmental or charity sector.

Closing date: 23:59, Sunday 23rd June 2024
We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from week commencing 15th July 2024.

We will be holding an optional online recruitment briefing session prior to the application closing date which is open to all prospective candidates and provides the opportunity to learn more about the role.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application.

The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship

As part of this application process you will be asked to complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.

No agencies please.

We are seeking to appoint someone on a 12-month fixed term contract as maternity cover, to join our Grants Team in delivering The Ideas Fund, an exciting programme which looks to connect communities with researchers in order to develop and try out ideas related to mental wellbeing. The Fund is delivered in four areas of the UK – Oldham, Hull, the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, and North West Northern Ireland, although this role can be remote, based anywhere in the UK.

With support from the Head of Grants, we expect that you will have lead responsibility for our work in two of these areas, building strong relationships with our Development Co-ordinators and contributing to the successful delivery of the overall programme. You will oversee the support for grant holders to learn from what is working and feed this learning into our overall approach with the Fund, as well as sharing insights externally. It’s an exciting time for the Fund; you can find more details about our plans here.

You will work with our existing Grants & Learning Manager to ensure that our due diligence and grant reporting requirements are met, responding flexibly and creatively to issues that arise. Importantly, you will consistently focus on how we can continue to be innovative with our grant making, and how our learning can influence long term change in funding and public engagement practice.​

Job description

Key responsibilities

The main responsibilities of this role are to:

• Work with the Head of Grants to deliver an innovative programme that constantly evolves based on what we learn.
• Deliver excellent grant-making using relational, flexible and participatory approaches.
• Design and implement high-quality assessment, due diligence and grant management processes, continually reviewing and refining the approach.
• Support the assessment and delivery of a portfolio of ‘evidence building’ grants, with projects due to begin in January 2025.
• Design and implement learning and evaluation strategies and processes, reviewing and refining as needed. Manage relationships and/or contracts with learning partners where appropriate.
• Support local Development Coordinators to:
  • Ensure the programme’s aim of supporting underserved communities is fulfilled and the grants budget is committed.
  • Work with applicants and collaborators to develop high quality innovative proposals.
  • Work with grant holders, collaborating researchers and project partners to overcome challenges they might face in delivering their projects.
  • Collate and share local learning as part of an evidence building and practice sharing strategy, which is currently in development.
• Develop and manage a small pipeline of discretionary ‘infrastructure’ grants to add value to the portfolio and/or make systemic impact at local or national level, if necessary.
• Develop bespoke application and grant management and learning processes as appropriate.
• Work with the Head of Grants to devise a learning and development plan for the Grants Team.
• Build and engage a network of key stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of the programme.
• Champion innovation in supporting community/researcher collaboration, community-led research, systems change and grant-making across relevant sectors including:
  • Sharing learning, practice and ideas with a broad range of stakeholders through a range of approaches.
  • Representing the British Science Association at external events to share innovation and learning.
  • Develop and deliver events and/or content to showcase practice.
• Support the Head of Grants with developing the BSA’s strategy around future grants programmes. 

In addition, the post-holder will be expected to:

• Support colleagues across the organisation, especially at busy times or on specific areas of expertise.
• Undertake assessment or grant management work on other programmes as required.
• Other duties as reasonably required by the line manager.

Our Head Office is based in London, but we have an agile working policy enabling people to work at another UK location up to 4 days/week. Permanent remote working in the UK is possible and we welcome applications from people based in other parts of the UK. We are happy to consider secondments.

You can find the person specification, our application pack and the link to apply on our website by clicking the Apply button. 

Advocacy Project Coordinator
Reports to: Inclusion and Engagement Managers
Salary: £25,272.00 per annum, pro rata
Contract: until October 2025 (with possibility of extension according to funding)  
Hours: 23.5 hours per week
Location: Hybrid with at least 2 days based in the office at 73 Summerstown, SW17 0BQ. You may be required to work from other sites in London.  
Annual Leave: 25 days plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata)

Introduction to Generate:

Now in our 6th decade since starting in 1972, Generate has been dedicated to creating opportunity, choice, and support for people with a wide range of learning disabilities. Our mission has always been to support people to live life fully and to continue to grow and develop within diverse communities.

The role

We are seeking to recruit an Advocacy Project Coordinator. The role is to develop and promote the views and needs of people with learning disabilities and neurodiverse people, by coordinating Generate’s self-advocacy activities and self-advocacy group, Generate Voices, with accessible weekly group sessions, associated online campaign (newsletter & social media) and lobbying work.

Your duties include:

• To co-plan and co-deliver weekly Generate Voices self-advocacy group meetings, both online and in person, supporting self-advocates with learning disabilities and/ or autism to ensure they have the tools to make informed decisions, their rights are upheld, their voices are heard, empower them to advocate for themselves and engage members of the self-advocacy groups in planning.
• To work alongside a coordinator with lived experience of learning disability and/ or autism to co-manage all self-advocacy activities, plan future agendas and decide what other speakers and trainers to invite to the forum jointly.
• To provide members with engagement and participation opportunities, and ensure members are meaningfully involved in meaningful and impact focussed projects.
• Develop and deliver effective lobbying and campaigning of key decision makers including attending meetings with those with influence, in order that the views and wishes of self-advocates become known and acted upon. This includes finding ways of encouraging key decision makers to engage with members and take their views and wishes into account when making decisions and setting policy.
• Contact other organisations that campaign for the rights of people with a learning disability and seek opportunities to involve members from the forum in these as appropriate. (Examples – Mencap, Lewisham Speaking Up & Learning Disability England campaigns).
• Delivering and developing project reporting and monitoring and to co-operate with and support any external evaluators.

The right candidate for the post will have the following skills:

Essential skills

• Participation/ advocacy
• Group-work facilitation
• Positive attitude
• Communicate clearly, while giving others time and space to speak.

Desirable skills

• Project coordination
• Lobbying/ campaigning
• Accessible presentation and communications
• Experience of working with people with learning disabilities and neurodiverse people
• Negotiation and influencing skills
• Working with service providers, carers, other colleagues and voluntary agencies, we’d like you to apply.

This role provides an exciting and rewarding challenge within a supportive team, who share a strong belief and enthusiasm for our work.

Lastly, Generate shares a common goal: community, courage, working together, good communication, diversity and inclusion and creativity. We work with people with a learning disability, autism, and other disabilities, to build better lives and connect to communities as equal citizens. People are always welcome and supported; we create a sense of belonging.

Closing date for applications: Monday 24 June 2024 at 8.00am (late applications will not be considered). 
Interviews: week starting 1st July 2024 
Start date: asap

Interested?

If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website. 

Candidates will need to undergo an enhanced DBS check

Generate is an equal opportunity employer.

No agencies please.

About CAT

The Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT) is an internationally renowned environmental charity, a world-leading eco centre, and one of the foremost providers of postgraduate environmental education in the UK, based near Machynlleth in Powys, Mid Wales.

CAT provides inspiration, education and training in solutions to the climate and biodiversity emergency.

Key activities include residential short courses, vocational training and postgraduate degrees in a wide range of sustainability-related topics, with online courses and events offered alongside in-person learning.

CAT launched the Zero Carbon Britain Hub and Innovation Lab in 2020 with support from the Moondance Foundation. This was initially a three year project and received further funding from the Moondance Foundation to run the Innovation Lab for a further three years. The aim of the project is to improve the capacity of councils and communities to turn climate emergency declarations into action and create systemic change in order to increase resilience to climate change.

This will be achieved by offering a programme of support aimed at increasing the competence, confidence and effectiveness of policy makers, communities and organisations in developing zero carbon policies and action plans. This support will include: using the Zero Carbon Britain model to provide people with the knowledge to create Zero Carbon Action Plans; delivering Zero Carbon Britain training using a ‘train the trainer’ model to increase the skills and capacity of communities to take action on climate change; supplying the tools to enable people to turn climate emergency declarations into action; setting up a digital resource hub and online network to provide peer support and increase confidence of individuals and communities to take action on climate change. In conjunction with the Zero Carbon Britain Hub, an Innovation Lab will identify key issues, priorities and tasks; develop ideas that impact on these areas; and create routes into larger scale impact or systems change.

Job details:

ZCBILM240216

Area of Responsibility:

Zero Carbon Britain Innovation Lab

Responsible to:

Co-CEO

Responsible for:

Research Assistant

External Trainers and consultants

Contract type: Fixed term – 2 years

Responsibility Grade: 7

Location: Flexible with regular visits to the CAT eco centre near Machynlleth

Hours: 37.5 hours per week. (1.0 FTE)

Working Days: Usually Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. Occasional weekend and evening working.

Salary and employee benefits:

£35,898 per annum.

CAT offers a generous annual leave allowance of 25 days p.a., plus bank holidays, plus additional allowance at Christmas (usually 3 days), plus 1 extra day for every year worked (up to 5 days).

CAT also offers an attractive package of employee benefits, including:

· a free cooked lunch and free hot drinks from the café whenever working from the CAT eco centre

· 40% discount on retail goods purchased from CAT

· Opportunities for CPD training, qualifications & professional memberships to be funded by CAT

· Opportunity to take 2 CAT short courses per year free-of-charge

· the opportunity to purchase additional holiday days      

· a ‘Cycle to Work’ scheme (planned)

· 5% pension contribution

· generous maternity and paternity entitlement and Death In Service benefit

· 2 hours per month for general health & wellbeing & 2 hours per month for Welsh language tuition.

Work remotely: See Location

Application deadline:     9am 5 July 2024

Interviews to be held:     Week commencing 15 July 2024 (on site)

Expected start date:  To be discussed at offer stage 

Overview of Role

The postholder will manage the Zero Carbon Britain Innovation Lab, to improve the capacity of councils and communities to turn climate emergency declarations into action, identifying key issues, priorities and tasks, developing ideas that impact on these areas and creating routes into larger scale impact or systems change, in order to increase resilience to climate change.

Main Responsibilities

· To work with the Zero Carbon Britain Hub Team and External Evaluator, to clarify aims and capabilities, identifying key issues, priorities and tasks the Innovation Lab could help tackle, assessing current and potential innovation capabilities and gaps

· To design the Innovation Team model

· To manage all staff employed to deliver on the Innovation Lab

· To liaise with the Head of Development to identify other sources of funding for developing the Innovation Team model and building the Innovation team

· To develop and implement Innovation Lab methodology, piloting and delivering innovation Labs

· To put in place effective systems, policies and procedures for the effective management, monitoring and evaluation of the Innovation Lab in order to deliver on the project’s aims and objectives, outputs, outcomes and impact

· To work with the Graduate School of the Environment and contribute to teaching on the Masters in Behaviour Change and other Masters degrees

· To represent the Innovation Lab externally

· To liaise and work in partnership with appropriate external organisations, to support the needs of councils and communities to turn climate emergency declarations into action

· To manage external consultants and staff tasked with delivering training and consultancy

· To prepare marketing material and publicise the project and its activities

Any other appropriate duties as defined by the Co-CEO

Age UK are offering an exciting new 18 month fixed-term opportunity in our impactful charity.

Are you a diversity, equity and inclusion subject matter expert, with a track record and passion for delivering successful learning and development initiatives?

In this newly created role, you will lead on the design and delivery of diversity, equity and inclusion training, workshops and resources for Age UK, including its subsidiaries Age International and Age Co. This will include specific content on age inclusion, anti-racism and disability inclusion including neurodiversity.

You'll have strong knowledge and experience of best practice in talent management and development, excellent communication and facilitation skills, experience using classroom-based teaching and e-learning methods and strong analytical skills to measure impact and outcomes.

Please see JD for all responsibilities.

We operate a hybrid-working model, a blend of home and office working. This role will include regular days working from our London office. Your travel costs to the London office are not covered.

Age UK Grade 5L

Must haves:

Knowledge:

In-depth subject matter expertise in diversity, equity and inclusion, particularly anti-racism and disability inclusion.
In-depth knowledge and understanding of relevant legal, data, governance and compliance obligations.

Experience:

Developing and embedding diversity, equity and inclusion policies and practices into an organisation and delivering measurable change.
Identifying individual, group and organisational learning and development needs and designing a learning curriculum.
Developing and delivering diversity, equity and inclusion training, workshops and resources for a range of audiences using different delivery methods and platforms including e-learning and online teaching.
Monitoring the effectiveness of learning and development initiatives, using findings to inform and improve ongoing delivery and performance.

Skills:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organisation verbally and in writing.
Analytical, with the ability to collect and interpret data to inform decision making and measure impact.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
Comfortable constructively challenging others to drive positive change.

What we offer in return

• Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave pro-rata + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
• Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, health cashback plan and EAP
• Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
• Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
• Blue Light Card Scheme
• You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.

Additional Information

All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview.

Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.

Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

Job Description

Do you want to join a vibrant and growing charity group whose mission is to deliver positive change? Would you like to play an important role in supporting the organisation provide exciting learning opportunities that are tailored to people's needs?

Title: Projects & Events Coordinator

Reports to:  Senior Programme Administrator

Based: Remotely – however must be willing and able to travel as and when required to meetings and events.

Job Purpose: To organise the planning and implementation of Programmes & Events and maintain a high level of accuracy and detail throughout.

The role:
Arrhythmia Alliance Group is recruiting a Projects & Events Co-ordinator on a full-time, permanent, remote basis. Your skills will be essential in strengthening the charities profile through programmes and event planning and coordination.
You will support the organisation with its’ programme and events portfolio by developing healthy, professional, relationships at all levels. You will also showcase initiatives taken and their key impact in making a real difference in people's lives.

Main responsibilities:

- Plan, coordinate, attend and execute a range of charity programmes and events.

- Oversee all event logistics, including venue selection, contract negotiations, transportation, accommodation, and catering arrangements.

- Agenda and room allocations

- Liaise effectively with various vendors and service providers.

- Develop and manage budgets, providing financial reports and forecasts to senior management.

- Evaluate programme and event success through feedback collection and analysis, making necessary recommendations for improvements.

- Promote the organisation's brand image, values, and initiatives.
Ensure all events are compliant with relevant standards and other regulations.

- Diary management for all programmes and events

- Support in production of relevant presentations and be able to present on the Charity group whilst attending events online or in person.

- Take payments over the phone as and when required.

- Attend physical meetings and events as and when needed to provide support.

- Support the production of recording for Healthcare Professionals, patients and care givers for educational webinars & events using but not limited to Microsoft Teams or Zoom.

Essential requirements:

- Experience working with vendors and negotiating venue contracts.

- Excellent organisational and project management skills.

- Ability to manage budgets and financial planning for events.

- Ability to work under pressure and handle last-minute changes.

- Ability to engage with wide range of stakeholders including healthcare professionals, patients, caregivers, sponsors and exhibitors.

- Creative thinker and problem-solver.

Person specification:

- Educated to GCSE level (minimum).

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Advanced Knowledge in Microsoft Word and Excel.

- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage own workload.

- Can undertake a wide variety of tasks and multi-task with ease.

- Ability to work on own initiative.

- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

- Can work flexibly, and as part of a team.

- Professional & methodical and thorough approach to work

- Friendly, professional, punctual and polite.

- Must hold a valid UK Driving Licence.

Working Hours: 5, 9, 13 or 17 hours, depending on the number of assignments allocated to the post-holder. Fixed term contract. 

Location: 2 fixed hours at one of our partner schools in Liverpool, London or Manchester and 3 hours flexible and remote. 

London Salary: £15 per hour                                                                     

North West: £13.30 

ReachOut is a national mentoring and education charity, rooted in local communities. Working in under-resourced areas, we support young people to grow in character and confidence, sparking change in themselves and society. 

Our Youth Project Leaders are individuals who are passionate about working with young people, supporting them to reach and be confident in their potential. You may be an experienced youth worker, or have experience facilitating sessions or working with young people and leading volunteers.

As a Project Leader, you’ll be facilitating weekly after-school mentoring sessions, leading a group of mentors and working with young people referred to ReachOut by their schools.  You can find the full job description below, or in our application pack. 

“Being a Project Leader is extremely fulfilling and the ReachOut team is always ready and willing to support you if you have any difficulties along the way. I have enjoyed seeing the progress the mentees make from session to session and watching them have fun and learn a lot through the activities I design.” ReachOut Project Leader. 

As part of the ReachOut team, you’ll have an enormous impact on the lives of the young people you’ll be working with. Every year we see mentees grow in confidence, develop their character and learn new skills for the future.

You’ll be supported throughout the year by our team of Project Officers as well as receiving thorough training on how to lead a ReachOut project. You’ll also have access to free, tailored training opportunities where you can learn and refine new skills as well as working with your own career mentor if that’s something you’d be interested in.

We also run celebratory events, socials, networking and training sessions throughout the year - opportunities to meet other people who are passionate about working with and supporting young people. 

Your Job Description 

As a Youth Project Leader, you will: 

• Deliver ReachOut sessions at the same partner school on the same day and time weekly during term time.

• Prepare your ReachOut sessions, following ReachOut’s curriculum and adapting the activities to the needs and interests of your assigned group.

• Facilitate engaging ReachOut sessions for the young people attending by ensuring that the voice of young people is listened to and impacts the way the sessions are planned and facilitated.

• Manage and support a group of volunteer mentors; supporting them to build strong rapport with their mentees and helping them to understand how to best adapt their mentoring approach to the young people they are working with.

• Support theyoung people in your session to reach and be confident in their potential by facilitating the creation of good mentee/mentor relationships and by running activities to build the ReachOut Character Strengths.

• Complete monitoring and evaluation activities to ensure the sessions are as impactful as possible and set up strategies with the help of your line manager to help each young person in your group reach their mentoring goal.

• Keep in touch with the parents/carers of the young people in your group about attendance, successes and challenges.

• Manage your project’s weekly admin by planning your sessions, maintaining your attendance and providing detailed project updates to your line manager.

• Attend ReachOut events and socials with their mentors. • Follow ReachOut’s policies/procedures to safeguard young people.

• Act and communicate in a professional manner, in line with ReachOut character strengths and culture.

• Attend all compulsory training.

How to apply? 

Before applying, please take a look at our information pack below and then head to our website for more information about the process, and to submit your application. 

If you have any questions, you can also get in touch with our team.