What are we looking for?

The role will suit someone who is organised, has a strong background in policy and research and the ability to connect with a wide network of external stakeholders. You will need to be enthusiastic in your approach to work, flexible and people orientated.

To be successful as a Policy, Research and Engagement Manager at Carers Trust, you will have: (the following skills and experience will be assessed at interview)

• Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce a range of documents including policy statements, recommendations and think pieces based on evidence and carer voice
• Experience of managing a range of external stakeholder relationships and facilitating reference and advisory groups
• A working knowledge of the policy context, devolved systems and structures in Wales particularly relating to health, social care and education
• Experience of planning and delivering qualitative and quantitative research
• Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to analyse and communicate complex information in an accessible way for a range of audiences
• The ability to arrange events and facilitate engaging focus groups, workshops or training sessions
• Confidence in managing a programme of work and shaping and growing projects
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to plan and prioritise own workload as part of a collaborative team
• A professional approach to work with a willingness to speak honestly, and to be accountable
• The ability to speak, read and write in Welsh is desirable for this role

What difference will you make for Carers in Wales?

This is an opportunity for you to make a real difference to the lives of carers in Wales. As the Policy, Research and Engagement lead for Carers Trust in Wales you will develop and deliver a dynamic programme of work that will improve the experiences and outcomes of unpaid carers. You will create opportunities for carers to inform and shape policy and professional practice and develop strategic relationships to ensure that there is a robust evidence base to create a wider case for change.

You will take a proactive approach, working collaboratively with colleagues across Carers Trust to deliver against a wide range of policy, research and engagement activities ensuring that carers and other key stakeholders are able to inform, shape and support the wider work of Carers Trust Wales.

Indicative Recruitment Timeline:

Closing Date: 12.00 midday 5 May 2021

Shortlisting Date: 6 May 2021

Interview Date: 11 May 2021

Beth rydym yn chwilio amdano?

Bydd y rôl yn gweddu i rywun sy’n drefnus, sydd â chefndir cryf mewn polisi ac ymchwil a’r gallu i gysylltu â rhwydwaith eang o fudd-ddeiliaid allanol. Bydd angen ichi fod yn frwdfrydig yn eich agwedd at eich gwaith, yn hyblyg ac yn mwynhau gweithio gyda phobl.

I fod yn Rheolydd Polisi, Ymchwil ac Ymgysylltu llwyddiannus yn yr Ymddiriedolaeth Gofalwyr, bydd gennych: (caiff y sgiliau a’r profiad canlynol eu hasesu yn y cyfweliad)

• Sgiliau cyfathrebu cryf a’r gallu i gynhyrchu nifer o ddogfennau gwahanol gan gynnwys datganiadau polisi, argymhellion a darnau meddwl yn seiliedig ar dystiolaeth a lleisiau gofalwyr
• Profiad o reoli ystod o berthnasoedd â budd-ddeiliaid allanol a hwyluso grwpiau cyfeiriol ac ymgynghorol
• Gwybodaeth weithiol o'r cyd-destun polisi, systemau a strwythurau datganoledig yng Nghymru, yn enwedig felly ym meysydd iechyd, gofal cymdeithasol ac addysg”
• Profiad o gynllunio a chyflwyno ymchwil ansoddol a meintiol
• Sgiliau cyfathrebu llafar ardderchog a’r gallu i ddadansoddi a chyfathrebu gwybodaeth gymhleth mewn ffordd ddealladwy ar gyfer nifer o gynulleidfaoedd gwahanol
• Y gallu i drefnu digwyddiadau a hwyluso grwpiau ffocws, gweithdai neu sesiynau hyfforddiant diddorol
• Hyder i reoli rhaglen waith a llunio a thyfu prosiectau
• Sgiliau trefnu cryf a’r gallu i gynllunio a blaenoriaethu eich llwyth gwaith eich hun fel rhan o dîm cydweithredol
• Agwedd broffesiynol at waith a pharodrwydd i siarad yn onest ac i fod yn atebol
• Mae’r gallu i siarad, darllen ac ysgrifennu yn Gymraeg yn ddymunol ar gyfer y rôl hon

Pa wahaniaeth fyddwch chi’n ei wneud i Ofalwyr yng Nghymru?

Mae hwn yn gyfle ichi wneud gwahaniaeth gwirioneddol i fywydau gofalwyr yng Nghymru. Fel yr arweinydd Polisi, Ymchwil ac Ymgysylltu ar gyfer yr Ymddiriedolaeth Gofalwyr yng Nghymru byddwch yn datblygu a chyflwyno rhaglen waith ddeinamig fydd yn gwella profiadau a deilliannau gofalwyr di-dâl. Byddwch yn creu cyfleoedd i ofalwyr gyfrannu at a llywio polisi ac arfer proffesiynol a datblygu perthnasoedd strategol i sicrhau bod gennym gorff cadarn o dystiolaeth i greu dadl ehangach o blaid newid.

Bydd gennych agwedd ragweithiol at gefnogi prosiectau, gan weithio gyda chydweithwyr ar draws yr Ymddiriedolaeth Gofalwyr i gyflawni ystod eang o weithgareddau polisi, ymchwil ac ymgysylltu a sicrhau bod gofalwyr a budd-ddeiliaid allweddol eraill yn gallu cyfrannu at, llywio a chefnogi gwaith ehangach Ymddiriedolaeth Gofalwyr Cymru.

Cyfnod Recriwtio Awgrymedig:

Dyddiad Cau: 12.00 y.b. 5 Mai 2021

Dyddiad Rhestr Fer: 6 Mai 2021

Dyddiad Cyfweliadau: 11 Mai 2021

We are passionate that everyone should have the opportunity to make the most of later life. Policy and Research is an important part of Age UK's work because it has the power to transform older peoples' lives for the better.

We seek to influence decision makers by conducting social and economic analysis, developing public policy proposals and shaping policy agendas in a wide range of areas.

Age UK are offering a fantastic opportunity for a professional Policy Manager to influence decision makers, develop public policy proposals and manage policy projects. You will provide specialist support to colleagues on issues relating to ageism, equalities, and human rights, and how these issues impact on social justice, all based on analysis, evidence and expertise.

Please note, this 28 hours per week opportunity (28 hours per week - £28,000 - £30,400) is in Age UK’s Public Policy department, and is not a Human Resources role.

All applications must be accompanied by a full supporting letter, stating your transferrable skills and experience and why you would like to work for Age UK.

About you

* Excellent skills in policy analysis with a focus on robust evidence, understanding political and policy contexts, and finding solutions
* Excellent written communication skills with the ability to present complex issues in a persuasive, accessible style to a range of different audiences
* Strong stakeholder management skills
* Good numeracy and digital skills along with the ability to use statistical and research evidence effectively
* Good oral advocacy skills
* A proactive, flexible approach, identifying and taking forward opportunities, shaping new ideas and developing partnerships
* The ability to project manage complex influencing activities, alone or with colleagues, and to manage a complex workload, set priorities and meet tight deadlines.
* Experience of public policy issues affecting either older people or the wider equalities environment.

What we offer in return

* Competitive salary - £35,000 - £38,000 (28,000 - £30,400 pro rata for 28 hours per week)
* 26 days annual leave (pro rata) + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme.
* Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Simply Health cashback plan and EAP.
* Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan.
* Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
* Discount on Gym Membership and Go Sweat Fitness & Wellbeing Benefit.
* You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.

Additional Information

Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria. We welcome requests for flexible working.

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

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

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

The Youth Futures Foundation is an independent, not-for-profit organisation established in December 2019 to improve employment outcomes for young people from marginalised backgrounds. The foundation launched with an initial endowment of £90 million from the Reclaim Fund.

We are looking for a Policy and Public Affairs Officer to work closely with the Head of Policy and other colleagues to support the development of our evidence-based policy work. The successful candidate will play a key role in responding to, and advocating for, policy developments that will improve the lives of young people. They will have a good knowledge of policy areas such as children and young people and employment and be committed to supporting young people towards and into work. They will help to build and maintain relationships with key political and policy stakeholders and will work in partnership with peer organisations and wider stakeholders in the young people and employment sectors.

We are especially interested in hearing from individuals who are Black, Asian or from a minority ethnic background, and those who have lived experience that reflects the lives of the young people we are seeking to support. Whatever your background, if you have a personal mission that aligns with ours, and experience – paid or unpaid – of working in a political environment, for example: campaigning for a charity; working for an MP; or working in local or national government, please don’t hesitate to apply.

The closing date 11:59pm, 3rd May 2021 BST (Europe/London

The role

As a member of our Policy, Evidence and Influencing team, this is an excellent opportunity to manage a critical area of our policy work, influencing change across the UK for people affected by secondary breast cancer. This will involve driving forward key areas identified in our secondary breast campaign, including support from a clinical nurse specialist.

You will provide strategic direction on the focus and activities undertaken in this area as well as researching and developing evidence-based policy positions and recommendations. You will also influence directly on behalf of the charity at a senior level at external meetings, develop and maintain contacts, build relationships and increase the charity’s profile, acting on opportunities to influence, as well as inputting into the team’s strategy development, planning and budgeting processes.

About you

You will have considerable experience of working in a relevant policy role delivering significant change and have project management experience, working across teams and departments and effectively leading the implementation of strategic work streams. You will also have excellent communication skills, be able to work independently and be a strategic thinker. You will have an excellent understanding of the current policy landscape.

About us

We’re Breast Cancer Now, the charity that’s steered by world-class research and powered by life-changing care. We’re here for anyone affected by breast cancer, the whole way through, providing support for today and hope for the future.

We’re that trusted friend that people affected by breast cancer turn to for caring support when they need it most. The expert authority on breast cancer research who is making breakthroughs and driving forward progress. And a vehicle for change, acting now to make sure anyone affected by breast cancer gets the best possible treatment and care.

We believe that we can change the future of breast cancer and make sure that, by 2050, everyone diagnosed with the disease lives – and is supported to live well. But we need to act now.

Please note that currently Breast Cancer Now is following Government guidelines regarding working from home. Although the role is based in London, the expectation is that once restrictions are eased we will follow a blended approach between office and home working. Should you have any queries with regards to this please contact us in the first instance.

Breast Cancer Now is an inclusive employer committed to developing a diverse workforce.

Closing date Wednesday 28 April 2021 at 11:55pm

Interview date Friday 14 May 2021 (virtual)

Position: Policy and Public Affairs Officer
Type: Full time (35 hours per week), permanent
Location: Scotland Office, Ratho (currently home-based)
Salary: £30,010 - £34,577 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band: Band E, Level 1
Department: Policy, Public Affairs and Campaigns

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 an enthusiastic, experienced individual with experience of contributing to policy and the ability to communicate our position in Scotland to a wide range of audiences and develop our profile.

You’ll help mobilise the Scottish MS Community to make a powerful case for continued improvement in the treatment, care and support of people living with MS.

This is a fantastic role for someone who understands the political and policy environment in Scotland, who is outcome-focused and delivers tangible results.

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.

Closing date: 9am on Friday 30 April 2021

PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.

We are committed to promoting equality and diversity. 

No agencies please.

Would you like to be our first Director of People and take a lead in areas such as: HR strategy, HR technology (systems) and HR processes and controls? 

If so please send us your CV and let us know ‘What excites you most about this opportunity?’ by 11.00 on Monday 3 May 2021

Type of role: 0.8 FTE / Fixed Term (24 months)

Reporting to: Our CEO

Annual Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 pro rata

Working Pattern: 0.8 FTE with the option for some remote working

Start date: June 2021

Interview dates:           Initial conversations - 7 May
                                         First round - 12 May
                                         Second round - 19 May
 

Welcome to Ada!

We are the Government’s National College for Digital Skills, a high performing technical college with the mission of educating and empowering the next generation of diverse digital talent. We currently employ 45 staff members educating just under 400 students and apprentices working with a fantastic range of industry partners from Google and Deloitte through to the MHRA and a range of SMEs.

As a small but fast-growing college with campuses in Tottenham Hale, Whitechapel and Manchester, we have a very diverse student body from a wide range of backgrounds and are committed to using tech as a tool for social mobility. We have a wide range of talented staff members from education, corporate and non-profit backgrounds. We’re passionate about building a supportive, values driven environment for both our students and staff and this is where you come in!

We are now searching for our first Director of People to take a lead in areas such as: HR strategy, HR technology (systems), HR processes and controls, service delivery, communications and engagement strategies and leadership development including succession planning.

What’s your mission? 

To build and lead the people function at Ada, looking at every stage of the people lifecycle to make sure we’re building our College in the most inclusive, high performing and values driven way. You’ll be responsible for defining our strategy for recruitment, performance management, compensation, engagement and making sure our managers have all the tools to support our people.

As Director of People, you will be a key member of the College's Executive Leadership Team (ELT), reporting into our CEO and regularly updating our board on the implementation of our people management strategy, which supports delivery of our strategic goals and objectives.

Role Responsibilities:
People strategy 
Own, enhance and execute the people strategy working with the ELT, our wonderful HR Manager and various line managers across the college. Your mission will be to link the people strategy to the overall organisational strategy and bring stakeholders with you to ensure its effective implementation, taking short-term decisions with a clear view of the long-term consequences.

Building our Employer Brand  
You’ll be responsible for attracting and retaining the best talent. We’re looking for someone who can create a transparent and honest brand externally to help us welcome more amazing people. 

Diversity and Inclusion 
With the Executive Leadership Team, lead the delivery of an ambitious Diversity and Inclusion strategy for the organisation, ensuring delivery of actions to position Ada as a leading inclusive employer that is truly representative of the diversity of our locations and our stakeholders.

Policies and processes 
In order for us to support our people we need to be constantly making improvements to our people policies, as we continue to scale and attract more brilliant talent. Your role will be to make sure managers have all the tools they need to support their people as much as possible.

Performance Management
At Ada we’re extremely mission driven and look to hire people with a real growth mindset. We need your help to define and implement a performance management strategy, which drives a culture of high performance, meaningful feedback and continuous development to make sure we are developing our people as much as possible.

People Projects
All of the above will need seamless project management for you to take everyone on the journey with you, making sure real change and improvements are being made. You will be responsible for the people roadmap and so prioritisation will be key.

Manager training
You will be the point person for all managers at Ada, making sure they have all the tools that they need to support their people. You will be there to guide them through any people issues and coach them to become better people managers.

We’d really like to hear from you, if…

• You care deeply about providing a world class people experience
• You’re passionate about the College we’re building at Ada and want to make a positive difference to our next generation
• You love solving problems and going above and beyond for those around you
• HR is your thing, you understand how to build a strong, high performing and valuesled organisation 
• You have a thorough working knowledge of employment legislation and related compliance and regulatory issues affecting the HR function
• You have a real growth mindset and constantly want to be better
• You have a vision for our values led, engaging and honest brand
• You’re comfortable to work flexibly in order to support the College
• You are committed to equality and diversity

Safeguarding

The successful candidate will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check when appointed to the post. 

We care about equity, diversity and inclusion

 Ada. National College for Digital Skills recognises that equality of opportunity and the recognition and promotion of diversity are integral to its strengths. The following principles apply in respect of the College’s commitment to equality and diversity:

• To provide and promote equality of opportunity in all areas of its work and activity;
• To recognise and develop the diversity of skills and talent within its current and potential community;
• To ensure that all employees and prospective employees of the College are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential without receiving any unjustified discrimination or unfavourable treatment on grounds such as age, disability, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender reassignment, trans status, socio-economic status or any other irrelevant distinction;
• To provide and promote a positive working, learning, and social environment which is free from prejudice, discrimination and any forms of harassment, bullying or victimisation;
• To promote good relations between individuals from different groups.

Applicants with disabilities

Ada. National College for Digital Skills is keen to increase the number of disabled people it employs. We, therefore, encourage applications from individuals with a disability who are able to carry out the duties of the post. If you have special needs in relation to your application please contact us.

How to apply for the role

Please submit your CV and answer the question: ‘What excites you most about this opportunity?’ in your email. In the subject field please write “Application for Director of People”.   All appointments are subject to satisfactory references.

                            Thank you for your interest in the role and good luck with your application!

NAPAC exists to support adult survivors of abuse in childhood. The harm caused by abuse does not end in childhood.  Many adult survivors experienced a range of mental and physical health impacts, including complex post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, and depression. Being supported by a trauma-informed service can be pivotal.

NAPAC believes all survivors have the right to access support for their recovery to lead happier and more fulfilled adult lives – this role is a chance for you to help us reach more people.

We are seeking a creative and resilient Digital Communications Officer to join our friendly team in London. The Digital Communications Officer is a new contract role to support NAPAC’s internal and external communication and engagement activities. They will bring new skills to the team, lead the day-to-day management of NAPAC’s social media, and be a key contributor to developing materials for use online and in print. Overall, they will have a commitment to supporting survivors, to clear and ethical communications, and be looking for a uniquely challenging and rewarding role.

Salary: £25,200 pa pro rata, with hourly rate arrangements possible

Hours:  21 per week (0.6 FT), worked flexibly but to include Monday mornings and Friday afternoons

Contract: three months (rolling, dependent on funding)

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 5 May April 2021  

Interview Dates: Monday 10 and Tuesday 11 May 2021, in London (in person or video)

Application is by CV and covering letter.

We are recruiting for an experienced Policy Manager who will lead on developing the policy function and strategy for the RCOphth. 

The Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth) is the only professional body for medically qualified eye doctors, who specialise in the prevention, treatment and management of eye disease, including surgery to optimise eye care for all patients. We are the voice of the profession and champion excellence in the practice of ophthalmology. We do this through our collaborative work across the eye health sector and with regulatory healthcare bodies.

About you

You will need to show substantial experience in all areas from development of policies and impact assessments to high level stakeholder engagement and consultation.  We are looking for someone with a positive, can do attitude and is committed to excellence and high standards in all they do.

You will need the following experience

• Extensive experience of leading on policy development, including the understanding of legislation and its impact
• Extensive high level stakeholder management that includes government, health bodies (eg NHS England), charity and research
• Experience of handling strategies and tactics for dealing with contentious or complex issues
• Experience of working across multiple departments and teams, particularly in a professional membership organisation
• Experience of line management

About the role

There are proposed legislative changes to the way healthcare will be delivered and the medical profession regulated.  We want to ensure that ophthalmology is engaged with policy decision makers and proactively putting the case for better patient care and the sustainability of the workforce; promoting the RCOphth as the ‘go to’ authority on eye care services. We are doing this through key areas of collaborative work across health regulatory and arms-length bodies, but it requires a strong policy framework.

The Policy Manager will sit in the Policy & Communications team and work directly with the Executive (College Officers and Senior Management) to identify policy gaps and opportunities both in the short and long term.  The post holder will work with key stakeholders to identify how the policy function will change the way we work and embed the new process throughout the organisation.

Working for RCOphth

Our overall staff numbers have grown in the past 18 months.  We are recruiting the right people with the right specialist skills in the Policy & Communications team to help us deliver on our strategic aims. In return, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. 

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter (explaining how you meet the person specification along with your salary expectations).  A covering letter is an important part of our application process so we encourage you to submit one, as your application may not be shortlisted if you do not.

We are currently running interviews remotely, in accordance with Government advice, so if you envisage any issues with accessing a computer, webcam or a sufficient internet connection for a video call, then please do highlight this in your covering letter. We will do all we can to ensure you have the best experience in applying to work with us during this time.

For more information on the role, please contact Liz Price on 0 2 0 3 7 7 0 5 3 2 7

(office hours are 09.00-17.00)

Closing date:  Friday 23rd April 2021 at 16:00hrs

1st round interviews:  Wednesday 5th and Thursday 6th May 2021

2nd round interviews:  Thursday 20th May

Please note for 2nd round interviews candidates will be required to prepare a 20 minute presentation which should be sent in advance and by 17.00, Monday 17 May 2021. 

Applicants must already have the right to work within the UK without restriction.  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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About the role

Carers UK has an exciting opportunity to join our Policy and Public Affairs team as a Senior Research and Policy Officer. This is a chance to join a high performing team with an excellent track record of campaigning for change and influencing public policy to improve the lives of carers. The work will involve designing and delivering research and policy projects, including supporting the delivery of our world-leading State of Caring research.  You would be using a range of different methodologies across issues as diverse as social care, employment, welfare and health. The role will include carer involvement and a particular focus on voices and experiences from carers that are harder to reach or seldom heard e.g. older carers, carers of different faiths, ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ carers.

About you

You thrive in a fast-paced environment and will be an experienced research professional. You will have a strong interest in social justice, with a desire to deliver change for unpaid carers.

We are looking for someone with excellent research and policy analysis skills; experience in designing and delivering research using different methodologies, carrying out interviews and focus groups, preparing reports, literature reviews and briefings.  You will also have experience of supporting responses to Government consultations and policy submissions; excellent communication skills; and ability to support individuals to take part.

About us

Carers UK is the leading national charity, supporting, advocating for and connecting unpaid carers across the UK.

With over 6.5 million unpaid carers in the UK and 6,000 individuals becoming a carer every day the need to support them is growing and urgent. Unpaid carers save the country an estimated £530 million each day and are vital to the friends and family members they support, as well as to the wider community.

COVID-19 has dramatically affected carers across the country. Our recent polling suggests that the figure for unpaid carers could now be as high as 13.6 million, with 4.5 million people starting to care overnight due to the impact on coronavirus on services and individuals.

Contract: 3 year contract

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 27 April 2021 at 10.00am

First interviews will be held Tuesday 4 or Thursday 6 May 2021

ShareAction and the global system of finance

It is said that “money makes the world go around” but the global financial system in its current form is in danger of making our world a very inhospitable place indeed for future generations.

Though it has lifted many out of poverty, today the global financial system has an oversized impact on many of the existential challenges we face. Biodiversity loss is such an example, as is climate change and the growing gap between rich and poor in terms of both income and health. Investment, lending and insuring decisions can enable destructive and exploitative industries or they can support a transition to a more sustainable way of living and use of precious resources. The latter approach is known as responsible or ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) investment.

ShareAction’s vision is of a world where the financial system serves our planet and its people. Our mission is to define the highest standards of responsible investment and to drive change until these standards are adopted worldwide. We work towards our mission by:

• advocating for change in the investment industry using our research and rankings
• campaigning with allies to strengthen investor stewardship and change corporate behaviour
• pushing for public policy reform to transform the financial system

Position

Policy advocacy is an important part of the work we do to make the financial sector more sustainable. We have been advocating for changes in sustainable finance policy in Europe for a number of years and we have had a small team in Brussels since 2017.

The European Union (EU) is at the forefront of the most advanced package of sustainable finance regulation anywhere in the world. We are looking to appoint an EU policy officer into our policy advocacy team to support our EU advocacy work. In this role you will help to strengthen the rules and regulations that govern the financial sector to build an economy that is good for people and the planet.

You will have the opportunity to help with outreach to policymakers, writing briefings, responding to consultations, and organising events. To be a successful candidate you will need to be enthusiastic about public policy, interested in sustainability issues (whether environmental or social/labour focused), and willing to get stuck in with any task, however small.

Key responsibilities

Although the role will be varied and open to some change in the activities you will undertake, below are the types of activities that you can expect to do:

• Monitor EU policy developments and update colleagues;
• Support the preparation of policy briefings, consultations, articles and social media posts, taking a leading role where appropriate;
• Support wider ShareAction teams with policy-related input as needed;
• With guidance from your manager (Head of EU Policy) you will research topics of interest to support our policy work;
• Support the team to engage with policymakers, civil society, and the investment industry in order to disseminate and present our positions;
• Help to organise events and meetings focused on policy and attend events and conferences as needed

Please note that this list is not exhaustive and you may be required to perform different tasks from time to time.

Requirements

We are looking for a passionate, determined individual, with the following experience and skills:

Essential

• Experience in a work setting focussed on influencing European policy on sustainability (this may have had an environmental focus and/or a human/labour rights focus or otherwise);
• An understanding and interest in ShareAction’s mission and work;
• Excellent communication skills, in both written and spoken English;
• Proven capacity to undertake varied tasks simultaneously and to tight deadlines;
• Organised and self-directed on work initiatives with a strong attention to detail;
• A basic understanding of the EU policy-making process/how laws are made;
• Strong commitment to collaborative working and;
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Desirable

• Knowledge of financial markets and/or sustainable finance;
• Experience of working or campaigning on responsible/sustainable investment issues, whether in the private sector or in the third sector;
• Familiarity with the policy debates around environmental and/or human rights issues;
• Experience of policy-making or law-making gained through work experience;
• Experience of working with Microsoft Office 365, particularly SharePoint;
• Experience of working with CRM systems, ideally Salesforce.

Other information

Hours: Full-time, but with some flexibility possible

Contract type: Permanent

Salary: 38,976 EUR (up to 2,800 EUR fixed monthly salary,13.92 times a year) inclusive of 25 annual days paid vacation (5 extra legal days).

Meal Vouchers: 1 lunch voucher for every day worked up to the amount of 8EUR per voucher.

Employee’s monthly STIB subscription.

Closing date: Monday 26 April, 9am.

To apply, please visit our website via the apply button.

ShareAction values and respects all differences in people (seen and unseen). One of the ways we do this is by actively encouraging staff to work in ways that best suit their needs and our flexible working policy outlines many of the options available- such as part-time and term-time working, job sharing, home working and working compressed hours. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you need. We can’t promise to give you exactly what you want, but we do promise not to judge you for asking.

Please note that to be considered for this post you must be legally eligible to work in Brussels and live in Belgium for tax and payroll reasons.

Due to Covid-19 all interviews will take place online, you will also be expected to work from home for the foreseeable future.

Senior Policy Officer

Full-time, London, £40,000 Dependent on experience

Are you passionate about seeing a strong Christian influence in the political life of the UK? 

In today’s culture a Christian voice is needed now more than ever. CARE is seeking a Senior Policy Officer to be part of CARE’s talented Policy Team.

The successful candidate will have demonstrable knowledge and experience in public policy development, public affairs and research and have an ability to use their significant transferable skills across the different policy areas with which CARE engages, including family policy and online safety, to further CARE’s work in the political systems across the UK.

For further details of this post please see our website. 

The deadline for applications is midday on Friday 30th April 2021.

Interviews will take place during the week beginning 3rd May 2021.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the charity Guide Dogs as a Policy, Public Affairs and Campaigns Officer.

We campaign to break down barriers and end discrimination against people with sight loss. Our consistent campaigning has led to a shift in Government thinking and policy on a number of key issues, and we are consistently rated as a top influencing charity by MPs.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference and be part of a high-profile, award-winning, innovative, and successful campaigns team.

Ordinarily the team is based at our central London office however, we are keen to hear from applicants who may want to discuss alternative working arrangements (some travel to London will be expected on a regular basis).

Our Policy, Public Affairs and Campaigns Officers help people with sight loss to live the life they choose by helping to shape evidence-based policy positions and implement campaigns that align with the Guide Dogs strategy. Through our public affairs activity we engage with key political stakeholders and audiences to secure change and impact.

In this role you will have the opportunity shape and develop evidenced-based policy positions, lobby key politicians and officials; draft consultation responses and policy briefings; monitor and respond to parliamentary activity; support the development and implementation of the public affairs strategy; shape campaign plans and mobilise the public and our campaigns supporters and volunteers.

You will have the opportunity to work flexibly across the full span of policy, public affairs and campaigns activities Guide Dogs leads on, working with people across the UK.

This role is 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, with 26 days paid holiday (excluding bank holidays) a year. As a charity, we’re always keen to support flexible working as best we can. We offer a generous pension scheme, life assurance and enhanced pay for parenting and sickness leave. In addition, we provide an Employee Assistance Programme, flexible benefits package and discounts and cashback scheme to care for our people.

More details about this role, the Organisation and the recruitment process can be found in the attached candidate pack and job description.

We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.

Diversity

Guide Dogs welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively encourages diversity to maximise achievements, creativity and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability or nationality. We encourage applications from people with disabilities as they are currently under-represented in the organisation and guarantee an invitation to interview for all applicants with disabilities who demonstrate, within their application form, sufficient evidence to meet the essential criteria for the job.

Safeguarding

Guide Dogs is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk of harm with whom we work. We expect all our employees and volunteers to fully share this commitment.

Candidate requirements

To be able to fulfil this role, and provide help to those with sight loss, the skills and experience we are looking for in a potential candidate include;

Essential

• Experience in policy, public affairs or campaigns work with a track record of working effectively with a wide range of partners and stakeholders.
• Detailed knowledge of the UK political framework and environment and current public affairs and campaigning techniques.
• Knowledge of advocacy-based campaigning.
• Knowledge of event organisation and how to communicate with a range of political audiences.

For the complete list of essential and desirable criteria necessary to be successful in this role please see the Person Specification within the Job Description below.

If you are successful you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. We cannot provide sponsorship for this role.

How to apply

Applications need to be made using the online application form, accessed using the ‘apply’ button above. As part of your application ensure you provide to evidence and examples of how your skills & experience meet the criteria as set out in the attached job description.

The system does have a time limit, we would advise you to complete your answers and copy and paste into the online form once finalised. Please note that you’ll have to upload a CV as this is a mandatory requirement as part of our Safer Recruitment Policy.

Guide Dogs follow Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding the vulnerable people we work with. As part of this, we require a full work history with any gaps accounted for & a minimum of 2 professional referee details fully covering the past 5 years. If there is not enough space in your application form to provide this information, please ensure you upload additional documentation containing the additional detail.

Remember to refer to the attached job description and candidate pack for more information about this role & the recruitment process at Guide Dogs.

We are seeking an inspirational Chief Executive Officer to join our small independent charity, someone who shares our vision and values, invites innovation and thrives on making a positive difference to the people and communities we serve.

Martineau Gardens, holders of the Queens Award for Voluntary Service, is an organically managed community garden close to Birmingham city centre. We offer volunteering opportunities for Social and Therapeutic Horticulture; work placements for SEN students; environmental education for schools; family activities and courses for adults. We supplement our charitable income through public engagement activities including events; plant and produce sales; venue hire and visitor donations.

The opportunity to join as our new Chief Executive comes at an exciting time for the charity as we seek to grow our resources and expertise to support more people and maintain the restorative properties of the Gardens. We are seeking an individual who can develop strategy using a creative approach; someone with high levels of emotional intelligence and the ability to influence, who has experience of managing a team with diverse skills and who has expertise in budgeting and governance.

As Chief Executive Officer, you will lead and guide your team of 10 and support them to adapt and develop their services to ensure sustainability and identify opportunities for new ways of working, delivering plans that meet strategic and operational aims.
 
Reporting to the Chair of Trustees, the role of Chief Executive will support the Board of Trustees in fulfilling their responsibilities in the governance of the charity and will bring good strategic and analytical skills coupled with the credibility and gravitas to represent the charity, motivating and empowering through values driven leadership.

Potential candidates will need to be fully motivated to provide the dynamic and inspiring leadership needed to ensure the charity grows and to be able to support the Charity’s vision, mission and values. You will ideally have previous experience leading in the Charity sector, however we will consider applications from a wide range of backgrounds. Knowledge of Social and Therapeutic Horticulture is desirable but not essential.

If you have the ambition, credentials and values to help steer our charity to the next level, we would love to hear from you. Any offer made is subject to satisfactory references to the charity and an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring service (DBS) will be essential if successful.

Closing date: 27th May 2021
Interview date: Week commencing 9th June 2021

Role: Projects Officer

Hours: 37.5 per week Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £20,000

Holiday: 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays

Based: St Agnes, Cornwall

Probationary Period: 3 months

Reports to: Head of Campaigns and Policy

Benefits: An additional 1-day holiday per year accrued after each full year of service, up to 3 years / 5% of salary pension contribution after 3 months probationary period is successfully completed / Flexitime policy / Incredible ocean location.

Surfers Against Sewage

Surfers Against Sewage (SAS) is one of the UK’s leading marine conservation and campaigning charities. Our mission is simple: to Create Ocean Activists Everywhere. Our projects and campaigns inspire, unite and empower individuals and communities to take action to protect oceans, beaches, waves and wildlife.

The organisation was founded in 1990 and became a charity in 2013. The charity is made up of a board of 11 trustees, an executive team of 27, 200 Regional Reps and over 100,000 active volunteers around the UK. The charity also founded and runs the only marine conservation All Party Parliamentary Group in Westminster – the Ocean Conservation APPG, bringing together a collaborative voice for the ocean in Westminster.

The charity has been particularly active at the forefront of the plastic pollution debate in recent years, driving legislative action on plastic bags, plastic bags, plastic bottles, straws and brand accountability, and founding the Plastic Free Communities and Plastic Free Schools movements and Plastic Free Awards.

Thriving Ocean, Thriving People

This is our vision of the future. This simple phrase captures everything that matters to us, not just in SAS, but humankind. It’s a mantra, a motto, a rallying cry to drive us on, with a huge collective goal to help tilt our delicate planet back on its axis. This sounds huge, but when you love what you do, and work as one, that future draws ever nearer.

Community and Values

The ever-growing SAS community believes in staying connected with the ocean. To strengthen this bond, we live by four core values, which matter deep down to us all.

• Open: Together, we’re passionate, down to earth campaigners, born out of the community, with a deep unrelenting love of the ocean. We believe in building diverse, inclusive and active communities.
• Dynamic: We are dynamic, radical, active, energetic doers and campaigners. From the beaches to the front benches, we bring people together, empowering them to get stuck in and make real change happen.
• Authentic: We’re human, doing our best. When we don’t get things right, we learn from it. We believe in authenticity. You can’t fake trust.
• Creative: We are creative and entrepreneurial. We move fast, think far and believe the future is bright. From our humble home, we make waves (of all shapes and sizes) to improve our greatest gift. A healthy ocean = a healthy society.

Role and Objectives:

We are seeking a Project Officer to coordinate the delivery of projects on water quality, plastic pollution and ocean recovery within our Campaigns and Policy Team. The role will be responsible for the delivery, monitoring and evaluation of some of our most exciting projects, working with multiple stakeholders. You will build and maintain strong internal and external relationships with colleagues, partners and funders, and ensure that projects and communicated to and empower our members and volunteers.

Key Activities:

• Monitor, assess and respond to water quality issues, engaging multiple stakeholders including the Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales, Scottish Environmental Protection Agency, and various water companies;
• Maintain and develop the Safer Sea and Rivers Service, including monitoring and reporting on analytics;
• Deliver SAS’s citizen science research projects, particularly around water quality, plastic pollution and ocean recovery;
• Data analysis, interpretation, and reporting;
• Support SAS’s secretariat duties to the Ocean Conservation APPG including logistical and administrative support for events;
• Plan, support and attend key project and community events;
• Update the website, prepare news stories and engage in delivering social media;
• Support the drafting project and funding proposals;
• Maintain and develop partnerships with other key groups and stakeholders working in similar areas of work to SAS;
• Carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the post as requested by your line manager or any other member of the SAS team.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Adopt a positive approach to personal and professional development; engaging in one to one meetings and relevant training;
• To be aware of, and act on, relevant health and safety responsibilities as an employee of SAS and adhere to these wherever you are working;
• To maintain confidentiality in all areas of work at SAS;
• UK travel may be required. Training and operational activities may require overnight stays away from Cornwall, in which case standard SAS procedure apply;
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to creating an inclusive, equal and diverse workplace;
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across SAS to collectively deliver our ethos and mission, vision and aims.

Person Specification

The position is for an energetic, dynamic and dedicated officer focused on delivering project related activity. The ideal candidate would be an excellent communicator, well organised, and able to use digital tools for organising and delivering projects. The person will have a passion to protect the ocean.

Essential:

• Exceptional IT literacy;
• Proven organisation and project delivery skills, working in a calm, logical way to achieve tasks within a set deadline;
• Ability to work independently and take initiative to solve problems;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Experience in social media communications;
• Enthusiastic and creative;
• Ability to work flexible hours as necessary;
• A good team player with a willingness to muck in as and where required;
• Upbeat and clear thinking even when working at a fast pace;
• Inspired by SAS’s mission and vision;
• A great communicator who gets a buzz out of connecting people and getting things done;
• Full clean UK driving license.

Desirable:

• Knowledge and understanding of environmental and water quality policy and legislation;
• Interested and active in community engagement;
• Interest/experience in project and events management;
• An ambition to develop experience in environmental campaigning.

Interview Date: Interviews expected to be held during the week commencing 10th May either via video call or in person (depending on lockdown restrictions).

Surfers Against Sewage values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.