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Position: Research Communications Manager
Type: Full-time (35 hours per week), permanent
Location: Flexible but will require regular travel to London (currently home-based)
Salary: £46,364 - £50,909 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band: Band G, Level 3
Department: Research
At the MS Society, we make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.
Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.
Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive environment where you will make a difference.
About this job
We’re looking for a communications professional with an excellent grasp of biomedical science to oversee our ambitious research communications programme. You will lead the day to day operational work of the research communications team, line managing two members of staff.
This role involves leading on a broad and varied range of projects, often working collaboratively with other departments across the organisation. You’ll oversee the development of engaging research related content for digital and print, as well as managing an annual programme of research talks and events. You’ll also represent the Society at regional and national events and through print and broadcast media.
As a key member of the Research management team, you’ll contribute to the leadership, planning and policy formulation of the department as a whole.
You’ll be joining the research team at an exciting time as we prepare to launch a multi-million pound clinical trials platform. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive and friendly team.
We offer 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays), travel loan and various other benefits such as supported developmental opportunities.
The MS Society is in the midst of an exciting, transformational, period which builds on our great history and will drive us towards achieving our mission and vision as we embark on our new 5 year strategy.
As part of this exciting transformation, we’ll be moving from our current National Centre based in Cricklewood, London to Finsbury Park, London later this year. We’re expecting to be moving into our new office from August 2021.
Closing date: 9am on Thursday 25 March
Interview date: 7 April
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We are committed to promoting equality and diversity.
No agencies please.
We are looking for an ambitious fundraiser to join us in the role of Head of Regular Giving where you will be part of a dynamic, innovative and supportive team delivering on some of Cambridge University Boat Club’s significant fundraising priorities.
This is an exciting time in our history as the high-performance rowing programmes at Cambridge came together into one club in 2020. We are working in an unprecedently close way with the University of Cambridge Development and Alumni Relations Office to ensure a sustainable future for our Club and the institution of the Boat Races.
To be successful in this role you will have a strong background in growing individual giving programmes across a diverse range of channels online and offline. You will have proven experience of implementing fundraising strategies with a significant income track record. You will have a sound knowledge of fundraising regulation and an awareness of the HE regular giving landscape and the challenges it faces. You will also have a deep understanding of supporter journeys and how to ensure donor engagement is maximised.
You will be innovative and confident in building and developing relationships. You will also be a strong team player who is able to collaborate closely with colleagues to identify opportunities as they arise.
This position is an exciting opportunity for someone who is results-oriented, has a flexible and innovative approach to their work and would relish the diversity and strength of the Cambridge University Boat Club and the Cambridge University environment. We have extraordinary aspirations and know we can make these a reality – come and be a part of our team.
The closing date for this position is Wednesday 24 March 2021.
First round interviews for this position are anticipated to take place week commencing 29 March 2021.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Training & Development Manager to join our mental health team to manage our training services, across Cambridgeshire & Suffolk.
Mental Health Training & Development Manager
Pay: £31,449 a year (pro rata)
Location: Flexible working at home and / or one of our Cambridge or Peterborough offices, plus travel across the region.
Hours: 20 – 24 hours per week
We strive to create a fulfilling and enjoyable place to work; we know how staff & volunteers feel directly translates to the quality of service & care we give our clients, and we also recognise the crucial role each and every one of us plays in helping to fulfil our Mission.
During the last 35 years we have developed extensive expertise in positive mental well-being, building on our world-leading physical health programmes.
Our Mental Health Services are designed to offer schools and other partners a range of services to improve the physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of young people in their care, as well as their support networks.
Job role
Working alongside the Programme Manager, you will:
- Manage and develop the Mental Health Training Programme based on the organisation’s mental health strategy and targets
- Manage and deliver training in schools and other settings, ensuring a high-quality service is provided for a range of audiences
- Support the Programme Manager and provide leadership on training and wider mental health development both internally and externally
- Provide effective line management for the Training and Development Coordinator, Project Officer and sessional trainers
- Identify and co-ordinate the design and delivery of new, innovative and exciting training sessions and wider mental health programmes, which incorporate different learning styles and needs, attracting a range of audiences
- Utilise competency frameworks and Training Needs Analysis to meet the needs of different audiences
- Facilitate the sharing of good practice through school/staff peer support programmes, themed sessions, meetings and events
- Manage the recruitment, deployment, management and quality assurance of a team of self-employed trainers
- Represent the organisation at internal and external events, membership groups, and strategic meetings involving education or the wider mental health agenda – delivering presentations, consultations and developing partnerships
Applicants should have the following qualities:
- Sound knowledge of mental health across a range of topics and applied to a variety of audiences
- Sound knowledge of mental health, outcome measurement and feedback tools
- Possess a Level 4 or equivalent in Counselling, Play Therapy or related mental health qualification with clinical experience working with young people
- Experience in delivering high quality training and presentations to adults and young people
- Ability to motivate, engage and line manage others
- Ability to effectively manage time and work well in teams and without supervision
- Excellent organisation, communication, IT, presentation and negotiation skills
- Due to the nature of the role a current driving licence and access to a car for work is essential
- Ability to work flexibly and on own initiative
- Commitment to professional development both within and outside of working hours
Days and hours
This is a part time role, to be worked Monday to Friday, 20-24 hours per week depending on availability. Working pattern to be agreed between Mental Health Programme Manager and successful candidate.
Salary and benefits
The salary is £31,449 a year based on FTE 40hrs (Pro rata 20-24 hours per week).
Additional benefits we offer include:
- 5 weeks holiday plus public holidays (Pro rata for part time staff)
- Free use of either YMCA Gym at Cambridge or Peterborough
- Competitive rates of pay and pension
- DBS Check Facilitated / Cost Paid
- Induction programme and on the job training opportunities
- Regular supervisions
- Internal progression opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme
The closing date for applications is 25 February at 8:30am with interviews arranged for 4 March.
Please click the apply button to be taken to our website, here you will be able to download the Job Description and complete your application.
No agencies please.