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About GDI Hub

Global Disability Innovation (GDI) Hub accelerates ideas into impact for a more just world - for disabled people, and all people.

We are a world leading delivery and practice centre, an Academic Research Centre at UCL (University College London) and the first WHO Global Collaborating Centre on Assistive Technology (AT). As an Academic Research Centre and a Community Interest Company, our diverse portfolio and unique set up enables rapid translation of research into practice. GDI Hub is also home to the UK aid funded AT2030 programme which tests ‘what works’ to improve access to life-changing Assistive Technology (AT) for all.

Launched in 2016 as a legacy of the London 2012 Paralympic Games, our office and research lab continue to be based on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, at UCL’s East London campus. We work in 40+ countries, with a reach of more than 34 million people since 2016, GDI Hub develops homegrown technologies alongside new knowledge and research. In collaboration with global partners we deliver accelerators and market shaping initiatives - building ecosystems with a focus on low-and middle-income countries.

Role Purpose

GDI Hub are looking for a Research Assistant to support the team across its portfolio of projects with a diversity of clients, partners and stakeholders.

The Research Assistant role sits within GDI Hub’s Community Interest Company’s Research and Delivery Team, led by Mikaela Patrick, Head of Research and Delivery.

For a portfolio of clients (for example, Asian Development Bank, World Bank & IFC, Carbon Trust and Dubai Expo City), and projects under the UK Aid funded AT2030 programme cluster ‘Integrate - Strengthen the systems which make inclusion a reality’ (for example, Local production Systems of AT, Designing Inclusive Dignity Kits for Dissemination in Humanitarian Crises and Climate Resilient Cities), GDI Hub’s Research and Delivery Team:

• Conduct qualitative and quantitative, primary and secondary research
• Report academic research and grey literature publications with recommendations, blogs and insights reports
• Provide strategic and operational consultancy and technical assistance
• Design and deliver training and workshops, host and present speaker sessions
• Organise knowledge dissemination for high impact
• Track impact and reach of research and delivery

GDI Hub’s Research and Delivery Team have a range of thematic expertise, including inclusive design, accessibility, inclusive infrastructure, inclusive climate resilience and responses, disability and gender, financial inclusion and inclusive private sector practice.

The majority of GDI Hub Research and Delivery Team’s work has a focus in Low or Middle-Income Countries (LMIC).

GDI Hub’s Research and Delivery Team and work is growing fast, and this role has been created to strengthen the team and its delivery across its portfolio of work.

Experience and Qualifications

The successful candidate for this role will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Experience working or academic study in relevant fields (including working closely and collaboratively with disabled people and disabled people’s organisations is desirable), such as international disability inclusion, assistive and accessible technology, accessibility and inclusive design, disability innovation and global health; with willingness to grow expertise across these areas.
• Ideally have some experience (approx. 2-5 years) working on research projects and/or practice-focused research in a related field. This could be as part of further study, research or in a work capacity. Real work experience is desirable.
• A post graduate qualification or equivalent work experience, focused on an area relevant to disability inclusion, accessibility and / or assistive technology.
• Experience and confidence to independently conduct qualitative research and analysis, and literature reviews.
• Experienced in quantitative research and analysis with proficiency in designing and running quantitative data collection via surveys and analysing results to inform statistically representative and robust results. Confidence to independently conduct descriptive and correlational analysis using for e.g., ExCel, Python, R or SPSS.
• Independence in producing clear and insightful infographics and data visualisations.
• Excellent written communication skills, with ability to take on writing of reports using clear and compelling narrative; experience authoring lucid and informative insights and reporting.
• Excellent ability to communicate, work in a small dynamic team, and collaborate with individuals with diverse technical backgrounds and with external stakeholders.
• Confidence in client relationship management for organisation of meetings, email engagements and clients and stakeholder presentations.
• Flexibility and dynamism, to take on a range of tasks supporting multiple projects across the Research and Delivery Portfolio.
• Aptitude for independent and timely delivery management whilst work closely with other members of the GDI Hub team.
• Ability to effectively manage own commitments to the benefit of the team
• Positive and proactive attitude, with a genuine passion for this work

This role is not open to sponsorship

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Bank Housekeeping Assistant to join our Housekeeping Team. This role will require the successful candidate to provide a high standard of housekeeping ensuring excellent levels of cleanliness are consistent throughout the site and that infection control procedures are met across site.  As part of the site services team the role holder will be expected to liaise with managers and staff across the Trust.

Staff benefits include, shuttle bus, and more… Read more below

Role Requirements

Site wide general housekeeping service – ensure that the housekeeping services is of an acceptable level and is consistent across site.

• Carry out a cleaning service in allocated buildings/rooms/areas ensuring that daily tasks are completed according to the standard operating procedures in relation to the cleanliness/hygiene standards.
• Follow infection control procedures whenever carrying out duties and ensure procedures are followed should there be an infection control outbreak.
• Liaise with the Housekeeping Supervisor and House Staff on a daily basis – carrying out special requests in relation to Housekeeping.
• Ensure safe storage of cleaning materials and equipment and sufficient stock is maintained – informing the Housekeeping Supervisor of stock requiring ordering.
• Assist in the cleaning of communal areas on a daily basis and cleaning of carpets, curtains and high dusting on a rotating schedule.
• Ensure that any repairs required to fixtures and fittings are reported to the designated Facilities Helpdesk as soon as possible and any issues are reported to the Housekeeping Supervisor.
• Assist in routine housekeeping audits as outlined in the planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules and ensure any works are to agreed service levels.
• Prioritise work to complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Assist other members of the Site Services and Facilities teams as required.
• Undertake other or additional duties that are within your skills and abilities, as the organisation may reasonably require from time to time.

Interview Date:  Interviews will be held as and when applications are received.

Terms and Conditions

PLEASE NOTE: The Children's Trust Application Form MUST be completed and submitted, for your application to be considered. As part of the shortlisting process, gaps in employment will be examined and further explored during the interview process. 

Strictly no agencies, please.

As we often receive high levels of applicants for our roles, we regret that we will only be able to contact those applicants who are shortlisted for interviews. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have not been shortlisted for an interview on this occasion.

About Us

The Children’s Trust is the UK’s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service.

Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom.

Staff Benefits

The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including, Zest; our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment.

We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service.

Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher’s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Rehabilitation of Offenders

Many roles at The Children’s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.  Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected.  The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children’s Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK’s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark – our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements.

Online Searches

In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate’s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.

The International Foundation for Integrated Care is looking for an executive administrative assistant to join our highly congenial and international team, supporting our Director of Operations and Resources from the Oxford Office. The ideal candidate is efficient, detail-oriented, and skilled in supporting maintaining the Operations of the Foundation. As an Executive Administrative Assistant, you will be responsible for providing high-level administrative support ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. This is a fast-paced and dynamic role that requires exceptional attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to multitask effectively.

Responsibilities

• Working alongside the Director of Operations and Resources to ensure the smooth running of the office.

• Working alongside the Office Manager in the review of supplier’s contracts.

• Provides administrative support to ensure efficient office operations

• Assist with day-to-day financial administration

• Book travel arrangements for staff

• Provide HR administrative support.

• Provide administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer, managing her diary

• Co-ordinating Board meetings booking schedule

• Works with sensitive information with discretion to maintain confidentiality and security and ensure compliance with privacy policies and regulations.

• Overseeing the Info inbox, monitoring and responding to general enquiries.

• Providing administrative support across the team as and when required. 

At a time when our digital offering is expanding, we are now looking for a Digital Projects and Infrastructure Assistant. This post is ideal for someone who has some prior digital experience and is looking for an opportunity to grow.

Reporting to the Digital Projects Manager you will work within a passionate digital team, providing support to the team’s workflow, including key digital initiatives such as digital projects, and infrastructure enhancements.

You will support the Digital Projects & Infrastructure team to develop project briefs, embed digital products within the organisation and advocate for the use of compliant and approved digital tools.

You will have a good familiarity with digital tools, and an up-to-date knowledge of digital innovations.

If you are ambitious, looking for your next challenge, and would like to play a key role in The Salvation Army’s digital growth, this could be the role you’re looking for.

In order to complete your application please download and read the job profile and any other attachments.

In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement as this forms the basis of our shortlisting.

Working hours: 35 hours per week minimum

Closing date: 23:59, Sun, 22nd Sep 2024

Interview Date: w/c 30 September 2024

Benefits 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part-time) a contributory pension scheme; an employee assistance programme

Additional Salary information £30,404 per annum (working a minimum of 40% across each month at our London Headquarters) or £27,146 (Less than 40% attendance at our London Office)

Appointment subject to satisfactory references and proof of right to work in the UK.

Location: At The Salvation Army we strive to make flexible work arrangements available to everyone. Therefore, for this position, we are open to considering options that meet your needs and the needs of the department. Our flexible options include agile working (a mix of remote and a minimum of 40% Office Based), agile flex (Less than 40% office based), home-based working (irregular office attendance less than 1 day per month at a Salvation Army site), job sharing and compressed hours (full-time hours condensed into a shorter week).

For details of how to prove your right to work in the UK please visit the Government website and search ‘Right to Work’ and please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship. 

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.

Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.

Overview of Go-Forward:

This is an exciting opportunity to join a small charity at a time of big growth. Go-Forward Youth was founded by care leavers to provide support to care experienced young people as they transition to adulthood and independence. Our core aim is to reduce social isolation and improve outcomes for young adults who have recently left the care system by offering a place for them to turn in moments of loneliness, crisis and celebration, and offering programmes that support them to develop the skills required for living independently. Our long-term vision is to combat the stigma that surrounds care leaving so that care leavers feel supported and empowered to achieve their ambitions without barriers to access.

We run a busy programme of social activities, personal development and employability skills training for care leavers across London and are looking for a hardworking, highly motivated and conscientious individual to take responsibility for the day-to-day administration of the charity.

Main Tasks:

To support the Go-Forward Youth CEO in maintaining professional, robust, and efficient administrative systems and records for both Go-Forward Youth as follows:

1.Be the first point of contact for both entities and to manage the office email account and diary, drawing to CEO, Funding Manager or Chair of Trustees matters that they need to action, and ensuring that we respond in timely fashion to all external communications.

2. Administration of courses and programmes

a. Maintain lists of participants and volunteers, including attendance logs

b. Ensure that we maintain appropriate records for each – for identification and compliance, for communications, and for programme progress

c. Produce and distribute regular updates to both volunteers and programme participants

d. Liaise with Local Authorities (LAs) regarding the administrative aspects of developing Go-Forward Youth projects and programmes in other LA boroughs

e. Assist with recruitment and onboarding and on boarding of new staff.

f. Maintain risk assessment, safeguarding, fire safety and other records, making sure all policies are reviewed and updated yearly. Ensure that all staff and volunteers working with clients have been DBS checked (Enhanced).

3. Administration of grant applications

a. Support the Funding Manager by logging, recording and monitoring the progress of Go-Forward Youth grant and funding applications, along with report deadline.

b. Update the CEO and Trustees on in-progress funding applications and ensure action is taken and deadlines are met where necessary.

c. For grants won, ensure that reporting cycles are noted in the charity’s diary, and that the appropriate reports to funders get sent

4. Administration of Board and other internal compliance processes

a. Meet with the CEO weekly to review the overall performance and objectives of the charity.

b. Maintain systemised record keeping of invoices and receipts, to be stored securely and sent to the relevant key personnel.

c. Undertake any other administrative activity necessary to support the smooth running of the charity as instructed by the CEO.

d. Assist the Treasurer or Chair in the preparation, administration and submission of the annual accounts to the Charity Commission and Companies House in a timely manner.

e. Assist in the preparation of board meeting papers, including circulating meeting agendas and taking and distributing minutes of meetings as required.

f. Prepare and send out personalised birthday and celebration cards to young participants.

g. Look for opportunities to create, develop and streamline existing office systems.

h. Support the administration of the lived-experience-led Youth Advisory Board (YAB) and Own-It Alumni Network.

i. Maintain and develop clear and full electronic and physical filing systems.

j. Organise the logistics, catering and other event organisation for the quarterly Trustee meetings and other ad hoc meetings and events as appropriate.

5. Administration of external communications

a. Update and review the communication channels, via website or social media fortnightly.

An exciting position has arisen for a Personal Assistant / Office Support to work for an excellent Children’s Charity based in South West London. The postholder will be providing effective administrative support to the senior leadership team, including the CEO.

Job Responsibilities:

· To provide secretarial support to the SLT including the Chief Executive including diary co-ordination 

· Organising and facilitating senior leadership team meetings

· Provide meeting arrangements including scheduling and invitations as required

· Arranging SLT visits to services

· To be a point of contact for all internal and external enquiries to the Senior Leadership Team dealing courteously

· To produce high standard professional documents, reports, correspondence and presentations 

· To book conference rooms for key meetings with SLT and Trustees

· Arranging and booking travel and accommodation

· To ensure delegated compliance checks are completed within the necessary timeframes

· Taking minutes in key meetings and taking drafting committee papers

· Ensure the office manual is kept up to date at all times

Essential Profile:

· At least 3 years’ experience in an EA/PA role

· Experience of minute taking in SLT meetings

· Extensive office administration experience

Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 per annum + excellent benefits  

Length: Permanent

Working Pattern: 4 days per week on site / 1 day per week from home

Hours: 35 per week

Agency Reference Number: J83718

This vacancy will be actively shortlisted, so please get your applications in early to avoid missing out!

Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

We are recruiting for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join the Finance department for Samaritan’s Purse and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

The role is full time, based from our National Ministry Centre in Coventry.

The Accounts Assistant will provide support to the Finance team by undertaking accounts payable and accounts receivable duties, reconciliation of income/donations, and maintaining the fixed asset register. Further information can be found in the Job Description.

The successful candidate will have proven experience in a finance environment and find satisfaction in completing successful reconciliations, in a busy department. Previous charity experience is desirable but not essential.

In accordance with the Equality Act of 2010 and due to the context of the role there is an ‘occupational requirement’ for the post holder to be an evangelical Christian. The job holder should be committed to the purpose of SPI and be able to demonstrate enthusiasm for the Christian purposes of the organisation and be able to live out, hold to, support and contribute to its Christian ethos.

Library Assistant

Ref: LL/24/06

£26,199.90 - £30,566.55 per annum plus benefits

St James’s Square, London SW1

About The London Library

For 180 years, The London Library has stood as one of the UK's greatest literary institutions, inspiring creativity, and ideas. Our esteemed members, past and present, include literary giants like Charles Dickens, Charles Darwin, Virginia Woolf, and contemporary authors such as Kazuo Ishiguro and Sarah Waters. Our collection boasts around one million books, a vast eLibrary, and an invaluable postal loans service, making it a sanctuary for those who cherish the written word. We are championed by our President, Helena Bonham Carter CBE, and operate as a registered charity.

About the role

We are seeking a Library Assistant to join our dedicated Member Services team. In this pivotal role, you will:

· Deliver a full range of library circulation functions, from book issue to returns to postal loans

· Respond to member enquires, including requests for materials and book suggestions

· Provide tours to prospective members and conduct new member inductions

· Assist members in exploring the collection by identifying appropriate reference sources, creating materials to support their discovery of the collection

· Always deliver high quality service standards at all times

About you

You are an enthusiastic professional with:

· A formal qualification in a relevant discipline or qualified by experience

· Experience of library-based work, with knowledge or a keen interest in the Arts and Humanities

· Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills as well as an eye for detail

· Comfortable undertaking physical duties associated with moving heavy stock

· Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends on a rota basis

Personal attributes include:

· Being pleasant, approachable, and helpful, even under pressure

· A willingness to adapt and assist with various tasks as needed​

Why Join Us?

The London Library offers a friendly, hardworking, and inclusive workplace where we strive to support the diverse needs of our team. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to equality and diversity. Specific a relevant discipline or qualified by experience

· A high level of numeracy and literacy

· Experience of general office administration and customer-service environments

· Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills as well as an eye for detailadjustments and access needs can be discussed to make this role suitable for you.

If you have the expertise to deliver a great member experience and are passionate about using your skills to contribute to the development of The London Library, we want to hear from you!

Please note: We can only consider candidates with the current right to work in the UK.

To Apply

Please visit our website & complete an application form including the Library's equal opportunities monitoring form.

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant and Administrator to support our team and ensure the smooth operation of our office. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and self-motivated, experienced executive assistant with administration experience to join our warm and friendly mental health charity. Dose of Nature is in an exciting phase of growth as we continue to receive greater funding to expand our reach. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills, who can manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently. You will assist with incoming calls and enquiries from our clients and volunteers whilst supporting our team members with recurring daily tasks and stand-alone projects with minimal direction and supervision. 

The successful candidate will be a key player in facilitating our mission by providing exceptional administrative support and contributing to the overall effectiveness of the organisation. We offer candidates hybrid working arrangements with the opportunity to work on-site in our nature reserve at Pensford Field, near Kew Gardens, 1-2 days per week. 

We are looking for someone with enthusiasm, passion, and a can-do attitude, who is confident in making decisions and solving problems. You will need to hit the ground running, must be able to deal with conflicting demands and prioritise work whilst ensuring that a high-quality service is provided and that deadlines are met. You must be professional, with good attention to detail and a high level of discretion, with great written and verbal communication abilities and excellent organisational skills.

The nature of the role may require occasional flexible hours such as occasional evenings to cover quarterly Board meetings and other events as necessitated by the needs of the charity. 

Interserve is committed to working cross culturally amongst the peoples of Asia and the Arab World; to see lives and communities transformed through encounter with Jesus Christ. 

We are looking for a personable Finance Admin Assistant to join our small friendly team. You will carry out;

• Various office and supporter database tasks as well as taking donations over the telephone from supporters
• A range of daily core finance tasks such as accounting for daily receipts, Stewardship and other Charity Card donations.
• Daily account reconciliations for bank accounts and manage all incoming enquiries from supporters and potential supporters

You will need to have a passion for Interserve’s vision and mission as well as at least 2 years experience in a finance or administration role. Experience of using an accounting system or database and IT skills are essential, along with effective administration skills and the ability to handle confidential information sensitively. You should also possess a good standard of numeracy as well as accuracy with detailed spreadsheets. You should be able to work independently and as part of the Finance Team.

In return, our National Office offers a welcoming, prayerful community, with a commitment to supporting staff wellbeing and flexible working arrangements.

Salary is £20,545.60 for 4 days per week (£25,682 FTE).  The role can be home or office based with a minimum once a week attendance at the National Office in Birmingham.  Additional days on site will be required during the induction phase (up to 3 months).

Closing date: 30th September

Interviews will take place at our National Office in Birmingham.

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY

Interserve is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk and expects all within the Interserve community to share this commitment. DBS certificates will be required for all workers.

Further information on how to apply can be found on our website.

Please return your completed application form with a CV, covering letter and completed monitoring form.

Membership Assistant

Ref: LL/24/07

Part-Time

£26,199.90 - £30,566.55 per annum (pro-rata) plus benefits

St James’s Square, London SW1

Hours: 21 hours per week (Thursday, Friday, Saturday 9.30am-5.30pm)

About The London Library

For 180 years, The London Library has stood as one of the UK's greatest literary institutions, inspiring creativity, and ideas. Our esteemed members, past and present, include literary giants like Charles Dickens, Charles Darwin, Virginia Woolf, and contemporary authors such as Kazuo Ishiguro and Sarah Waters. Our collection boasts around one million books, a vast eLibrary, and an invaluable postal loans service, making it a sanctuary for those who cherish the written word. We are championed by our President, Helena Bonham Carter CBE, and operate as a registered charity.

About the role

We are seeking a Membership Assistant to join our dedicated Member Services team. In this pivotal role, you will:

· Be responsible for our front reception desk

· Ensure members, visitors and callers are received and addressed in a welcoming, helpful and professional manner

· Assist with membership administration and services

· Create a memorable experience for our guests through selling merchandise, issuing ID passes or organising tours and carrying out inductions

· Always deliver high quality service standards at all times

About you

You are an enthusiastic professional with:

· A formal qualification in a relevant discipline or qualified by experience

· A high level of numeracy and literacy

· Experience of general office administration and customer-service environments

· Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills as well as an eye for detail

· Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends on a rota basis

Personal attributes include:

· Being pleasant, approachable, and helpful, even under pressure

· A willingness to adapt and assist with various tasks as needed

Why Join Us?

The London Library offers a friendly, hardworking, and inclusive workplace where we strive to support the diverse needs of our team. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to equality and diversity. Specific adjustments and access needs can be discussed to make this role suitable for you.

If you have the expertise to deliver a great member experience and are passionate about using your skills to contribute to the development of The London Library, we want to hear from you!

Please note: We can only consider candidates with the current right to work in the UK.

To Apply

Please visit our website & complete an application form including the Library's equal opportunities monitoring form.

Who we are:

Muslim Aid is a UK faith-based international development organisation that provides support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict, or endemic poverty without regard to their social, religious, or ethnic background. 

Established in 1985, Muslim Aid has facilitated the engagement of the British Muslim and non-Muslim community in support of its work in a variety of ways. Over the years, its humanitarian work has included responses to major crises around the world including, famine in East Africa, earthquakes and flooding in Pakistan and Bangladesh as well as conflicts in Syria and Yemen. 

We place strong emphasis on long-term development projects that build the capacity of local people to help themselves. In addition to the 5 country offices worldwide we also work with multiple partner offices focusing on sustainable Development Programmes and providing humanitarian relief during times of crisis.

Summary of the role:

The Volunteer Assistant will support the Volunteer Manager in daily operations related to the management and coordination of volunteers. This role is crucial for maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of our volunteer programmes, contributing to our mission of serving Humanity.

This position is open to both full-time and part-time applicants.

About the Role:

1. Assist with the development and maintenance of volunteer application packs.
2. Support the recruitment of volunteers across the organisation.
3. Ensure accurate record-keeping of volunteer information in compliance with the Data Protection Act and GDPR.
4. Lead on organising and managing volunteer involvement in events and activities, ensuring effective briefing and debriefing.
5. Network with external institutions such as schools, colleges, and community organisations to expand the volunteer pool.
6. Monitor and ensure the health and safety of volunteers during campaigns and activities.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

1. Experience handling sensitive information, knowledge of confidentiality best practices, GDPR compliance, and safeguarding protocols.
2. Experience working in a diverse team.
3. Ability to supervise, mentor, and motivate volunteers or staff, ensuring high levels of engagement and performance.
4. Good interpersonal, communication skills with an approachable personality with stakeholder (internal and external).
5. Excellent time management, reliability, and organisational skills, proven ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
6. Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, enhancing collaboration and program success.

Why you should apply:

Join Muslim Aid as a Volunteer Assistant and support the Volunteer Manager in managing and coordinating volunteers. Your role will be key to maintaining our volunteer programmes' effectiveness, directly contributing to our mission of serving humanity. If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to work in a values-driven environment, this role is for you.

Benefits you will enjoy working for us: 

• 37 days holiday (including Bank Holidays and Privilege days) 
• Hybrid working
• Paid time off for medical appointments 
• 2 hours lunch break on Fridays 
• Time off in Lieu (TOIL) 
• Pension Scheme

How to apply:

To apply please submit your cover letter (no more than 1 page) and CV. 

We are looking to recruit an Assistant Curator to join our team based in London. You will join us on a full-time, permanent, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £25,500 per annum.

This is a hybrid role.

The Royal Air Force Museum is a national museum, a Government non-departmental public body (NDPB) and a registered charity, with two sister sites at London and Midlands. Our purpose is to share the RAF story, past, present and future - using the stories of its people and our collections in order to engage, inform and inspire. Our Vision is to inspire everyone with the RAF story – the people who shape it and its place in our lives.

Purpose of the Assistant Curator role is to:

• To support the work of the Archives and Library team in enabling access and understanding of the collections
• To assist in looking after the Archive and Library collections to ensure their development and preservation
• To assist cross-departmental teams in the delivery of the Museum’s vision and Strategy 2030
• To undertake research and disseminate knowledge in support of the Museum’s programmes

Key responsibilities of our Assistant Curator include:

Access and Research 

• Facilitate access to the collections and information relating to and contained within them according to Department policies and procedures
• Answer requests for information received from Museum colleagues, visiting researchers and external enquirers within agreed timeframes
• Supervise and assist researchers using the Museum’s reading room. • Disseminate knowledge through the delivery of agreed and supported outputs including but not limited to the undertaking of outreach activity, exhibition and digital content
• Build and enhance your knowledge of RAF history including the development of knowledge of the collections held by the Department
• Contribute to the Museum’s Research Programme by undertaking research and through the delivery of agreed and supported outputs including, but not limited to, talks and blogs 3

Stewardship 

• Assist in caring for the Museum’s Archive and Library collections as directed and in accordance with Museum policies and procedures as well as sector best practice guidelines
• Assist as directed in developing the Archive and Library collections through the acquisition and disposal of material and liaison with stakeholders
• Document and catalogue the collections to enhance access and research use in line with Museum policies and procedures and Spectrum standards.
• Contribute to the Museum’s digitisation programmes, undertaking digitisation of documents, recording metadata and uploading to the Museum’s databases

Administration and Departmental Support 

• Supervise volunteers as required
• Collect data and provide reports both in writing and through presentations and discussion as required
• Contribute actively to business risk management and Health and Safety management
• Support cross - departmental teams as required.

What we are looking for in our Assistant Curator:

• High level of knowledge related to Museum practice and administration gained through employment or a relevant qualification.
• Experience of using Collections Management systems, including Collections Management databases
• Demonstrable experience of working with archive and library collections
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent Microsoft Office software skills
• Demonstrable experience of working within a team

Closing date for applications: 19 September 2024 at 12 noon

Interviews will take place on: 1 October 2024

If you think you have what it takes and want to be part of this exciting journey, please click apply now to be re-directed to our jobs page where you can access the application method and details for the Assistant Curator role. Join us in delivering our purpose and achieving our vision, ensuring that the Royal Air Force’s story continues to enrich and inspire current and future generations. We would love to hear from you.

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Assistant to join us and support our Fundraising Director (FR Director), based in our London office.

You will support our Fundraising Director in effective management of the fundraising teams across our UK centres, and the central expertise in Trusts, Major Gifts and Partnerships.

Your responsibilities

• You will support our Fundraising Director in managing and delivering our fundraising objectives and targets for the UK
• Supporting our Fundraising Director in managing, developing and stewarding key high value donor relationships, key stakeholders, and senior volunteers
• Assist our Fundraising Director in managing their workload, managing all mail, correspondence, email and telephone contacts, diary management and travel plans
• You will routinely manage the monthly collecting of reports or data required to produce pipelines and forecasting
• In the absence of the Fundraising Director, you will be responsible for communicating with key stakeholders – utilising their highly developed interpersonal skills to receive and provide complex information

Benefits we offer

In addition to a highly rewarding career, we offer a range of staff benefits including:

• a unique, experiential induction based in one of our centres
• a competitive holiday entitlement
• workplace pension with the option to apply to continue NHS pension
• the option to apply for a Bike Loan, Travel Card Loan and Ride to Work scheme and much more