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Are you a committed and experienced safeguarding leader with a vision for safer communities?
Do you have a proven track record of leading and shaping multi-disciplinary teams at a senior level within a related professional setting?
Do you thrive in collaborative environments, fostering open communication and embedding best practices?
The Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham is recruiting for an Independent Chair of our Diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Panel (DSAP). In this role you will play a pivotal part in ensuring the well-being of children and vulnerable adults within the communities of our diocese.
Diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Panel
DSAP exists to advise the Diocesan Bishop and the Diocesan Chief Executive on the adequacy of the local safeguarding policies, in alignment with all national church and statutory procedures, and provide scrutiny of culture, working practices, and training arrangements for all diocesan and cathedral staff and office holders. The panel provides appropriate advice, guidance and support on case management and safeguarding requirements.
As chair of the panel, you will lead a dedicated team of safeguarding experts, specialists, and diocesan staff, drawing on their knowledge and experience to continuously improve our safeguarding practices.
What We Offer:
· Strong leadership commitment from the Diocesan Bishop and Senior Leadership Team
· A highly professional, experienced safeguarding team to oversee and support
· A collaborative environment working with partner statutory agencies, sharing skills and expertise in the area of safeguarding within a faith setting
· A commitment to continuous development through reflective practice and high-quality governance.
· A competitive day rate commensurate to your knowledge and experience
Who You Are:
· A highly motivated safeguarding professional with proven experience at a senior leadership level
· A wise leader able to assimilate, scrutinise and embed best practice, ensuring adherence to statutory policies and guidance.
· A champion of robust quality assurance and effective governance within safeguarding frameworks
· A confident and empowering leader who is able support, challenge and encourage the panel
Supporter Engagement Manager
Are you ready to make a real difference? At Pilgrims’ Friend Society, we’re not just providing care – we’re building communities, fostering connections, and transforming lives. If you’re passionate about creating positive change and want to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a lasting impact, then keep reading!
About Us
Pilgrims’ Friend Society is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals across our care homes and housing schemes. We are committed to fostering a community where support, prayer, and engagement thrive. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a passionate and experienced Supporter Engagement Manager to join our dynamic team.
About the Role
As the Supporter Engagement Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our engagement strategies to cultivate relationships with our valued Christian* supporters. Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Communications, you will lead initiatives to increase prayer, giving, and church engagement, aligning with our broader objectives. You will manage our Supporter Engagement Co-ordinator, ensuring seamless coordination and execution of our supporter-centric initiatives.
Read the job pack for further details of this fantastic opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive supporter engagement strategy to bolster our supporter base and enhance engagement levels.
- Curate a tailored stewardship journey for major donors and legacy pledges, providing personalised communications and resources to foster continued support.
- Oversee the management of our supporter database/CRM, ensuring compliance with GDPR and all relevant legislation.
- Utilise data analytics to design targeted campaigns and initiatives aimed at expanding our supporter network across various channels and touchpoints.
- Lead church engagement efforts, forging and nurturing connections with local and national churches and networks.
- Collaborate with our Activities and Community Engagement (ACE) Facilitators to enhance engagement within our care homes and housing schemes.
- Drive regular prayer communications, fostering a culture of prayer support through various platforms including our online Prayer Wall.
- Organise and lead supporter-facing events such as exhibitions and conferences to facilitate meaningful interactions with existing and prospective supporters.
- Stay abreast of industry trends and share insights with internal teams to inform strategic decision-making.
About You
- Minimum of three years of experience in the charity or third sector.
- Proven track record in supporter engagement and database management.
- Good understanding of UK GDPR regulations.
- Familiarity with fundraising functions and project management.
- Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strong proficiency in written and verbal communication.
- Innovative thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Team player with a reliable and detail-oriented work ethic.
*Applicants must be evangelical Christians (This role has an Occupational Requirement to be filled by a Christian under the provisions of the Equality Act (2010).)
Hours
34.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday.
Benefits
- Hybrid working (2 days in the office, 3 days at home)
- Flexible working hours
- 5 weeks' paid holiday per year, as well as bank and public holidays
- Training & development
- Ongoing support from management
- Perkbox
- Wisdom app
- Care Friends referral app
- Birthday reward
- Long-standing service reward
- Life assurance scheme
- Pension scheme
Join Our Team
If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact and possess the skills and qualities outlined above, we invite you to join us in our mission to enrich lives and build communities. Apply now and be a part of our dedicated team at Pilgrims’ Friend Society.
— What our staff say about us: …“It is a friendly and welcoming place to work” … —
Pilgrims’ Friend Society is a registered charity. Our Christian ethos is central to everything we plan and do. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Please note: this vacancy may close sooner if sufficient applications have been received so please apply as soon as possible if interested.
Senior CRM Database Officer
Mencap have a fantastic opportunity in the CRM Database team. We are looking for a Senior CRM Database Officer to work on BAU data process improvements, complex SQL selections, data imports and CRM training. Mencap are seeking a highly skilled database professional who wants to join a vibrant and dynamic team that is passionate about making the UK the best place to live for people with a learning disability. This is an exciting time to join the team, as Mencap are currently in the early stages of a CRM Migration project, to transition from alms NET to Salesforce.
As the Senior CRM Database Officer, you will combine your strong CRM technical and analytical skills with excellent communication skills to ensure that all our internal & external stakeholders are presented with accurate, accessible data. You will work within the Fundraising Operations team (FrOps) providing quality CRM data related support and advice to Fundraising CRM users in line with team service levels and performance targets. In this role, you will identify, implement and write up process improvements; develop & deliver complex data campaign mailing selections & analytics to Fundraising CRM system users for direct marketing purposes; provide support and cover for data import processes and deliver training and procedure guides. You will also maintain and develop our CRM data systems, ensuring our data accuracy & integrity meets all Fundraising compliance standards.
This is a permanent full-time role. We offer flexible working with at least one day per week (Tuesday) based in our London office near Aldgate East, Aldgate and Liverpool Street stations.
At Mencap, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace and we intentionally plan for the success of our colleagues in everything we do. We welcome applications from everyone, so come as you are and join us. Together we are Mencap!
Does the following sound like you?
· Experience in working on data projects, including re-designing and making improvements to complex data processes.
· Strong experience in writing and updating procedure guides.
· Experience in delivering CRM training.
· Ability to interrogate data using SQL and Excel Power Queries.
· Ability to set up and run complex data selections and reporting.
· Clear understanding of various data import processes.
· Proactive, problem solver with a can-do attitude.
· Analytical mindset, with strong attention to detail.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to support multiple Fundraising teams and manage conflicting priorities and deadlines.
· Strong numeracy and data manipulation skills.
· Experience administering Charity based CRM Systems, such as alms NET and Salesforce Sales & Marketing Cloud.
· Proficiency in MS Office applications.
· Good understanding of GDPR.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applicants with disabilities to apply for all roles with us. To find out more about the scheme please visit the direct gov website
Benefits
As well as knowing that what we do is making a positive difference to people’s lives, you will receive fair pay and have access to a wide range of rewards and benefits as one of our employees.
· 32 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 35 days with long service plus the ability to buy up to another 10 days via our HolidayPlus scheme
· Service related sick pay when 6 month probation is completed
· Eligibility to join Mencap Pension Plan where Mencap matches contributions up to 5% on a salary sacrifice basis meaning NI savings. If you don’t join the Plan you start, you will be auto-enrolled after three months with us.
· Membership of Mencap Pension Plan to include up to 3 times salary death in service live cover AND Income Protection of 50% salary to be triggered at 26 weeks of long term sickness
· Loans for debt consolidation, bikes, computers and phones when you have been with us for 6 months
· Interest free season ticket loans
· Discounts and cashback from 3% to 30% at high street shops including major super markets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via Mencap Extras.
· Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc.
· Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support
· Quarterly award scheme and recognition at every 5 years through our YouRock program
· Access to award winning training and development
T&C's apply based on contract
About Mencap
We work in partnership with people with a learning disability, and all our services support people to live life as they choose. Everyone wants a purposeful job - to do something meaningful. At Mencap, we can give you that. You will have opportunities to develop as a person, colleague, leader and activist. We want to make you feel inspired to reach your potential.
Our work includes;
· providing high-quality, flexible services that allow people to live as independently as possible in a place they choose
· providing advice through our help lines and web sites
· campaigning for the changes that people with a learning disability want
You will be highly organised, with strong experience of administering financial and operational support to an organisation. As a positive ‘can-do’, resourceful and supportive team player, you will be confident working alone and with others, as part of a small team.
You will be ready and able to work remotely in the UK.
We are committed to supporting professional development, and flexible working.
Please make sure to submit both an application form and a CV. If either are omitted, the application will not be considered.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Imagine being part of an organisation whose common purpose is to help those who are severely affected by mental illness. 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.
The objectives of the Communications and Campaigns team are to increase the public profiles of Rethink Mental Illness and Mental Health UK, mobilise public support to bring about change and ensure that all colleagues are aware of, bought into and engaged in contributing to the values and direction of the charities.
How you will make a difference
I am a social media expert who thrives on planning, creating and delivering high quality content across Rethink Mental Illness’s and Mental Health UK’s social media channels (Twitter/X, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube).
I disseminate our messages and information to key audiences through clear and engaging social media posts that are tailored for different networks. I monitor the performance of our posts and I am proactive in incorporating best practice to ensure that our posts are well received by our audiences, and that our presence on our social media channels grows.
I regularly collaborate with colleagues across both charities, and the other founding charities of Mental Health UK, and key partners to create compelling and inspiring content.
*Appointments will be at the minimum of the band.
*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.
Joining New Horizon Youth Centre as a Grants Officer means not only stepping into a role of significant impact but also becoming part of an organisation deeply rooted in long-term, strong relationships with our funders. Last year, an impressive 43% of our income came through trusts and foundations, a testament to the trust and credibility we've built over the years. Last year, we surpassed expectations by raising £4 million with just three members of staff, showcasing our dedication and effectiveness in fundraising. This year, our sights are set even higher, with a target of £4.7 million. As part of our investment to achieve this ambitious goal, we're seeking a passionate and driven individual to join our Fundraising Team. Working from our bustling day centre, you'll be at the heart of our operations, staying connected to the profound impact of our organisation firsthand. This closeness to our frontline services ensures that you'll witness the tangible difference your fundraising efforts make in the lives of young people every day, making New Horizon Youth Centre an exceptional place to fundraise. If you're seeking not just a job, but a deeply fulfilling experience where your work directly transforms lives, then New Horizon Youth Centre is for you.
Salary: £31,200 - £34,736
Application Closing Date: 10am, 29/05/2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
Mental Health Matters Wales is one of Wales’s leading mental health charities. We are an ever-growing charity with big ambitions. We need a wide, diverse and range of experience and skills in our team. Our team members are our number one resource. We do our upmost to ensure individuals feel respected, valued, and cared for, by enabling career success through the provision of unique opportunities to thrive and foster an inclusive workforce which embraces our shared set of core values based on character, relationships, and giving back to the communities where we work.
If this sounds like an organisation you would like to join and become part of a dynamic staff team to lead the way in supporting the improvement of social, emotional and physical wellbeing needs of the population across communities in Wales, then Mental Health Matters Wales is the organisation for you!
The aim of the post is to work alongside the Parent Peer Advocate to improve and enhance the West Glamorgan regional advocacy network by creating a new form of peer advocacy and peer support for parents who are going through the child protection process, statutory assessment and/or the looked after children system within the Neath, Port Talbot and Swansea area.
Main Duties
⦁ To work as part of a team working with parents who are going through the child protection process, statutory assessment and/or the looked after children system within the Neath, Port Talbot and Swansea area.
⦁ Provide support, to parents which may include accompanying clients to a range of meetings, or support in writing letter/telephone calls to represent and/or negotiate on their behalf as requested.
⦁ Providing clients with information, resources and signposting to other organisations/agencies and when necessary making onward referrals.
⦁ Provide befriending and mentoring support based on a supportive working relationship with parents within a professional remit.
⦁ Motivating and/ or encouraging parents to achieve relevant goals and outcomes. Help to raise the confidence and self-esteem of the parent.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are looking for an energetic,self directed and ambitious professional with strong comercial and where possible Third Sector experience. You will have a track record in engaging, enabling and supporting teams to achieve excellent financial governance, achieving our shared vision to be a renowned centre of excellence.
If you are looking for a rewarding role, you are passionate about making a differece and being involved in an organisation with a strong sense of purpose then in the first instance contact Francis Campion-Smith for an informal chat. You can also send your CV to Natalie Hurst.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Summary
Diabetes UK has witnessed a significant change in how we engage with people living with and at risk of diabetes. We are expanding our team to more effectively reach out to, engage and support more people to live well with all types of diabetes using our online platforms, and ultimately to achieve our vision of a world where diabetes can do no harm.
As Digital Engagement Officer, you will work closely with the Communications Manager, and the wider team, to support the development and delivery of an effective local digital engagement plan, building meaningful engagement journeys and fostering long term relationships with the diabetes community. Through agreed targeted plans, you will help to increase our reach, profile, reputation and influence, using online platforms to engage with people affected by diabetes and the wider public. You will promote the work of Diabetes UK, raise awareness of diabetes among the public and providers of healthcare service/system, support people living with diabetes and influence improvements in services for people with diabetes.
This is a fantastic opportunity to help us grow our digital engagement and maximise our impact in local communities, to help drive improvements in care and support people to live better and more confident lives with diabetes.
We have a friendly and inclusive working environment here at Diabetes UK and are proud of our hybrid approach which allows great flexibility in the way that we work. This means that you can balance your working time between home and the office, subject to the needs of your role.
Interview dates: 13 June 2024
Package
What we can offer you:
- Generous annual leave starting at 25 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
- A Cash Healthcare Plan (giving you up to £1,600 towards a range of out of pocket health expenses like new glasses, dentist, chiropractor or osteopath appointments)
- Early finish Friday and flexible working as part of our approach to activity based working (not applicable to roles with fixed shift patterns)
- 2 Days TOIL in recognition of fixed shift patterns (pro-rata for part-time)
- Discounts on gym membership
- Employee assistance programme to give you support on any issues that come up in life
- Annual season ticket loan* (on completion of your probation period and if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)
- Very active social scene including sport teams, gardening and other activities
- Generous pension provision, life assurance and income protection insurance
- Cycle to work scheme* (eligible for scheme if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)
*Some benefits aren't available until you've passed your probation period and are dependent on the length of contract.
Main Responsibilities
As Digital Engagement Officer you will use your considerable experience to contribute to the development and delivery of a strategic local digital engagement plan to support team and organisational objectives. You will develop and deliver proactive communications to raise the profile of Diabetes UK in a geographically defined area using various social media channels. You will work collaboratively with other Regional, National and wider organisation colleagues to share best practice and agree effective ways to digitally communicate and mobilise stakeholders from all communities, incorporating key messages across the UK. You will build and maintain digital engagement with existing and new stakeholders, to inform and strengthen Diabetes UK's social media and online activity and overall profile.
Ideal Candidate
As Digital Engagement Officer you will have a strong track record in digital engagement. You should be able to demonstrate understanding of the reputational, legal, GDPR, consent and safeguarding risks involved with media relations and social media and be able to mitigate against these. You should have experience of motivating and supporting others to deliver digital and social media communications and be familiar with online content management systems. Knowledge and experience of carrying out communications projects and plans across a variety of digital platforms, including websites and social media, is essential along with the ability to maintain, review and improve online information and resources.
This is role is based within the south west and south central region, allows for hybrid working and is connected to the regional office in Taunton, Somerset. The person must therefore be based within this region.
UK Programmes Officer
Location: Oldham EIC with flexibility (with some home working)
Hours: Full time
Salary: £25,000-£30,000
Main Responsibilities:
To work within the UK Programmes by providing support to Masjid Benchmarking, organising online Seminars, Support to Icare, Masjid Benchmarking, Education (Madaris) oversee and monitor Masjid Connect and Islamophobia monitoring, Publicity, supporting other areas of work of UKIM central team that may be delegated e.g. Imam CPD, Dawah, Tarbiyah.
Essentially the role is to support the Head of UK programmes to implement a varied and diverse programme of engagement to support improvement of the different programmes, masjids, branches, and departments in UKIM that require the support from UK Programmes Team.
The post is varied and ever changing depending on the needs of the members and programmes within UKIM.
Key Duties:
• To support Masjid and Branch Improvement through enabling them to undertake the self-assessment audit and then to deliver a development day based on the self-audit.
• To organise training both face to face and online that will enable masjids and branches to develop and move forward in their work programme.
• To bring on board speakers that will enable mosques to develop.
• To engage with the Dawah programme and to develop a robust programme of support to meet the needs of the department and different stakeholders. The parameters of this are still to be agreed and may involve some of the following areas it serves including new Muslims, design new curriculum, develop resources, re-develop & update websites, Unity Iftars, teach new Muslims & train daees. Based on your capacity and availability of resources to outsource where appropriate.
• To support the wider effort of masjid benchmarking by undertaking audits and maintaining contact with masjids through WhatsApp, support in delivery of development training etc.
• To support Head of UK Programmes to provide information and advice on training, workforce and funding capability development to UKIM masjids/centres and branches.
• To support in the development of and deliver high quality core training courses and materials as an integral part of our work in order to support the development of masjids, madaris and branches.
• To support development of Secretariat Function of the UK Programmes Team and to market training and funding support provision and oversee the recruitment and selection of learners.
• To support training for masjid/centre and branch learners and to recruit, induct and manage external trainers and/or consultants, where appropriate.
• To support appraisal and evaluation of UK programmes
• To provide expert support and guidance to the education department.
• To work with appropriate staff colleagues to identify and develop income generating activities that relate to provision of services from masjid/centres and branches.
• To support the Line Manager and Executive Officer to ensure that UK programmes is compliant with funding requirements.
• To keep informed of current developments in life‐long learning, good practice, funding opportunities and appropriate quality standards and to disseminate this information.
• Where appropriate work to accreditation of training to masjids/centres
• To liaise with awarding bodies to ensure that all conditions of centre membership, policies and procedures and relevant quality assurance systems are implemented and evidenced.
• To maintain the administrative systems relating to the post.
The post holder will be expected to use their initiative, be proactive and work with a wide range of people in local communities and statutory agencies.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education & Experience
• Experience of working with community organisations in a community development and training role E
• Experience in programme development, monitoring, and evaluation. £
• Experience of conducting needs assessments. E
• Experience of delivering training on safeguarding, health and safety, lone working, funding and bid writing. E
Training:
• Experience of delivering training to people from diverse community groups E
• Experience of developing training materials and delivering and managing a range of unaccredited and accredited training courses E
• Experience of working with Muslims communities and faith communities more broadly E
• Management qualification D
• Funding qualifications D
• Teaching qualification D
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• An understanding of the issues affecting local masjids and Muslims communities and the training and development needs of their staff and volunteers E
• Knowledge of Islamic beliefs and practices E
• Ability to analyse training needs and to develop a programme of learning in response to identified needs. E
• Ability to design assessment tasks and assess learners work E
• Ability to manage training provision whilst ensuring that accessibility and equality & diversity issues are addressed. E
• Ability to communicate clearly in person and in writing to a diverse range of audiences. E
• Ability to monitor and evaluate the impact of training provision and to report on these issues E
• Ability to use ICT including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook and to be administratively self‐servicing, creating on line forms, E
• Able to work some evening and occasional weekends by prior arrangement. E
• Knowledge of the charity sector. E
• Good leadership and people management skills. E
• Fluent written and spoken English. E
• Report and proposal writing skills. E
• Complex problem solving and decision-making skills. E
• Commit to withhold the integrity and standards of UKIM Relief and its values. E
You may also have experience in the following: Project Support, Project Assistant, Project Coordinator, Project Administrator, Project Management, Programme Support, Risk Management, Project Compliance, etc.
REF-213 583
We are currently seeking a fixed term Grants Impact and Evaluation specialist to provide technical monitoring, evaluation, and learning knowledge to the Grants and Programmes Team and Battersea grantees. In this role, you will support the Impact and Evaluation Lead in the design and delivery of Battersea’s approach to impact and evaluation.
This role will be based within Insight and Impact but work closely with Battersea’s Global Programmes Team. The role will be the key point of knowledge and technical support for Grants Managers in ensuring that all potential and awarded grants have an agreed monitoring and evaluation approach, and that portfolio-wide learning can be gathered and applied by Battersea and grantees.
What we can offer you
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:
- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans
We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Our Hybrid Working Model
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.
Diversity and inclusion
At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.
By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.
More about us
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
Closing date: 26th May 2024
Interview date(s): 29th/20th May 2024
For full details, please download our recruitment pack. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
Exciting Opportunity: Media & Communications Officer Wanted!
Join an esteemed membership association as a Media and Communications Officer for a dynamic 12-month contract, working four days a week!
Your primary focus will be crafting and executing proactive and reactive print, online, and broadcast media campaigns to amplify the association's benefits. Additionally, you'll contribute to broader communications initiatives by planning and generating content across various platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive media campaigns to showcase the association's advantages through diverse media channels.
- Strategically engage with journalists to expand message reach, collaborating closely with subject matter experts.
- Craft and distribute timely press releases, comments, and statements.
- Compile media lists utilising media contacts platforms.
- Pitch and advocate compelling stories.
- Manage inbound media inquiries promptly and accurately, liaising with journalists and spokespeople.
- Coordinate media opportunities such as interviews and thought leadership features.
- Develop pitch angles, interview briefs, and Q&A materials.
- Maintain the Media Centre with the latest releases, coverage, and journalist information.
- Cultivate warm media contacts and draft media-related content.
- Collaborate with internal teams on forthcoming media prospects.
- Support spokesperson briefing and crisis media activities.
- Drive proactive media relations for annual Awards and specific campaigns.
- Collaborate with the Press Consultant and Digital Marketing Manager to execute a journalist-focused social media engagement strategy.
- Produce content for various communication channels including blogs, websites, newsletters, and social media platforms.
- Contribute to multi-channel campaign development and execution.
- Generate and publish digitally accessible content on the website (WordPress CMS – training provided).
Person Specification:
- Demonstrable experience in media relations at an officer level.
- Proficiency in crafting content for diverse audiences and platforms.
- Track record of successfully pitching stories to journalists with tenacity and follow-through.
- Strong written communication, proofreading skills, and attention to detail.
What We Offer:
- An inclusive and dynamic work environment.
- Part-time 12-month contract role (four days a week).
- Competitive salary: £33,500 pro rata.
- Flexible working arrangements with two days per week in our Central London office.
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To apply, please submit your CV promptly. Due to high volumes, we regret that we may not be able to respond to every application.
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Arts Students’ Union
Deputy Chief Executive (Operations and Services)
Salary: £61,916.40
Location: High Holborn, London (will work across all sites)
Contract: Full time - 35 hours per week (hybrid working available)
Are you looking for a role where you are crucial to Arts Students’ Union’s service delivery? If so, we are looking for you! A leader who is committed to supporting the backbone of the organisation to allow growth and development to ensure the continued opportunities for all students.
About the Students’ Union
Arts Students’ Union is membership organisation and registered charity. We deliver high quality services, representation, and support for over 22,000 students across London at the University of the Arts London. We work very closely with the University but are independent in the way we operate and are governed.
We believe in the power of students. Our elected Student Officers and Trustees provide strategic direction and leadership to over 35 permanent staff, 50 student staff and thousands of volunteers to deliver across 6 Colleges across London.
Our membership is wonderfully varied in its range of study from artists, designers and performers as well as being hugely diverse with students from all over the world coming to study at UAL’s prestigious colleges.
About the Role
Under the direction of the Chief Executive, the Deputy Chief Executive (Operations and Services) will be responsible for the overall financial management, business reporting and operational services for the organisation. The person within this role will develop controls, policies and procedures that work for a variety of audiences including student volunteers, staff and trustees. They will lead on setting the strategic financial goals for the organisation and take a proactive role in supporting our performance towards these goals. The role will also support several departmental managers who deliver organisational services in the areas of finance, commercial and central services. You will be confident in providing high quality strategic advice to the Board of Trustees regarding the long-term future of the organisation as well as supporting the wider team with day-to-day functions and operations.
We are looking for a dynamic leader who ideally has a relevant finance qualification or can demonstrate a high-level of job-related knowledge. You will also have good technical knowledge and hands-on experience of accounting software and finance systems. You will excel in developing systems and processes and be able to ensure that these are embedded throughout the organisation, ensuring the continued financial strength of the organisation. You will be a motivational leader who understands the importance of teamwork, communication and striving to offer excellence.
The successful candidate won’t necessarily need to come from the Higher Education sector, but you must be able to demonstrate a good understanding of the trends and issues that affect our students. You will have a good understanding of charity governance, financial management and organisational development.
Over 80% of staff rated their favourite reason for working at Arts Students’ Union is their relationship with colleagues. Arts SU, the Board of Trustees and the University all offer an encouraging and flexible working environment and are committed to supporting the ongoing development to all staff to ensure they can be at their best.
Key Dates:
Closing Date: 12pm on Wednesday 22nd May 2024
First Stage Interviews (Remote): Tuesday 4th June 2024
Final Interviews (In-person): Wednesday 12th June 2024
How to Apply
Please click 'Apply’ to be redirected to our website, where you can download the Candidate Information Pack, Job Description, and find full details of how to apply.
For an informal conversation about the role and application process, please contact Anh Ly from Atkinson HR Consulting.
Coeliac UK currently has an exciting opportunity for a Admin Support and Assistant, to join our team in High Wycombe, with the option to regularly work from home by agreement with your line manager. You will join us on a part time, temporary 12 months contract . In return you will receive a competitive salary of £12,000 - £14,000 per annum.
For over 50 years Coeliac UK has been helping people with coeliac disease and other gluten related conditions live happier, healthier lives. Striving for better gluten free food in more places, providing independent, trustworthy advice and support to the gluten free community, and funding crucial research to not only manage the impacts of gluten, but also find the answers to coeliac disease.
The Admin Support and Assistant role:
An interesting and varied role. Employed by Coeliac UK to provide administrative support for the International Society for the Study of Celiac Disease (ISSCD) and assistance to the ISSCD Board, the Executive Officer and the ISSCD committees.
The general objective of the ISSCD is to promote scientific knowledge, education and quality of care in the field of coeliac disease and gluten-mediated human diseases in general and everything related or conducive to this in the broadest sense.
Coeliac UK supports the work of the ISSCD as objectives are aligned.
Key responsibilities of the Admin Support and Assistant:
- Processing new ISSCD Membership applications and update the ISSCD membership database
- Drafting copies for the ISSCD members’ e-newsletter and other communications
- Preparing the ISSCD email schedule working with the Executive Officer and the ISSCD’s support agency based in the Netherlands
- Monitoring the ISSCD generic email accounts and respond accordingly
- Arranging ISSCD meetings
- Preparing agendas and papers for ISSCD Board meetings
- Drafting minutes of ISSCD meetings
- Providing admin support to the ISSCD committees as required
- Assisting with filing and record keeping of ISSCD activities and key documents
Essential experience, skills and knowledge required for the Admin Support and Assistant role:
- Positive and confident
- People person
- Proactive and flexible approach
- Strong team player
- Unflappable, ‘can do’ attitude
- Educated to GCSE standard including Grade C or above in Maths and English
- Confident speller with good command of the English language
- Self-motivated and able to work without close supervision, once provided with guidance
- Knowledge and understanding of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- Familiar with the different social media channels and creating posts for engagement, desired but not essential
- CRM and website content management experience desired but not essential.
- Competent use of Microsoft 365; Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- On occasions willing to work outside usual hours to accommodate international meetings (different time zones)
If you would like to be considered as our Admin Support and Assistant, please apply now with your CV and cover letter. For your application to be considered, please combine your covering letter and CV into a single document for uploading purposes. We’d love to hear from you!
As a member of the Communications Team, you will help develop external and internal communications on our research portfolio, policy and campaigning work and fundraising initiatives. You will also proactively monitor and look for opportunities for timely responses to the news agenda on social media.
With a fantastic nose for a story, you will have outstanding writing skills and be able to turn complex issues into compelling stories to pitch to journalists and to share with staff. You will be aware of the UK’s charity, healthcare, and policy landscape and have a keen eye on the news agenda, keeping abreast of developing trends and spotting opportunities to pitch comment pieces and reactive statements.
Our benefits include 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, learning and development opportunities, flexible working, pension, healthcare cash plan and more.
Salary: £31,000 plus either £3,000 London weighting per year or £450 home allowance per year
Closing date for completed applications is 17:00 on 3 June 2024
Interviews expected 13 June 2024
We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date if necessary. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, please submit your application as early as possible.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE.
Please note: you will need to have the right to work in the UK before starting work for us and we will check this
The Cystic Fibrosis Trust aims to be an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs, can be themselves and achieve their full potential. We want to attract, develop, and retain staff with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives; particularly people who have cystic fibrosis; people who identify as being from an ethnic minority group, as LGBTQ+ and people with disabilities.
It is our policy not to discriminate against any person because of their age, gender reassignment, being married or in a civil partnership, being pregnant or on maternity leave, disability (physical and mental), race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief (including lack of belief), sex, sexual orientation or union membership.
How To Apply
Please see the job description for more information on the role. If you would like to discuss the role before applying, please contact us.
To apply, please select 'Apply Now' and complete our application form and equal opportunities form.
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