Girls Not Brides: The Global Partnership to End Child Marriage is seeking to appoint an outstanding individual to the role of Senior Digital Officer, to join the Communications Team based in London. 

The successful individual will principally be responsible for developing and implementing the Girls Not Brides digital approach/strategy, and for overseeing the development and improvement of the Partnership’s websites, social media channels and email marketing initiatives.

We are looking for a creative and innovative individual with significant experience across all aspects of digital, with a keen eye for storytelling. They will play a critical role in strengthening our digital channels to support member engagement, learning and participation in the Partnership.

Job Summary 

• Develop and implement Girls Not Brides’ digital approach/strategy in line with strategic objectives and ensure that digital innovation and best practice are embedded across the organisation. 
• Develop the editorial content plan for all digital channels and ensure it is co-ordinated and integrated. 
• Manage on-going development and improvement of the Girls Not Brides websites, providing a continually improved user journey. 
• Oversee the strategic use of our social media channels, tracking trends and opportunities for engagement. 
• Oversee our email marketing initiatives. 
• Provide regular reporting and analysis across our various digital channels, using the information gained to improve our digital channels and user experiences. 
• Identify and test new digital ways to strengthen member engagement, learning and member participation in the Partnership. 
• Strengthen and streamline our digital content governance. 
• Build the digital skills and knowledge of the team. 
• Support and oversee the day-to-day digital work of the Communications Officer.

Key Responsibilities

Digital approach / strategy

• Develop the Girls Not Brides’ digital approach/strategy liaising closely with and supported by the Head of Communications; input into other strategies, making sure digital is embedded in everything we do. 
• Make digital a cornerstone of member engagement and building a participatory, dynamic partnership by trialling new and innovative digital tools and platforms. 
• Continually work to improve user experience across all channels, advising on user experience best practice.
• Strengthen our digital and content governance, consolidating workflows and rooting our work in analytics.

Editorial content, planning and storytelling

• Plan the content calendar liaising closely with and supported by the Head of Communications, the Communications Officer and the rest of the team.
• Source potential stories and identify compelling voices and great storytelling through regular engagement with Girls Not Brides staff and members. 
• Coordinate and edit blogs, news, and other articles from members, partners and the Girls Not Brides team, with the support of the Communications Assistant. Draft and edit content as required. 
• Develop compelling digital content, including articles, news items, blogs, social media assets, videos, long-form stories etc.
• Measure the impact of content across our digital channels, making sure the content is on brand and follows best practice; keep track of latest trends and adapt our approach where required. 
• Support the Communications Officer in developing digital content and editing for the web.

Website management and development

• Develop and implement Girls Not Brides’ website plan (as part of the digital approach / strategy), liaising closely with and supported by the Head of Communications.
• Plan and lead on the continued development of Girls Not Brides’ websites, ensuring that they adhere to the brand guidelines. 
• Liaise with web agencies as a primary point of contact and ensure that all development work is planned and carried out within agreed budget and timescales. 
• Ensure content is relevant, up-to-date and on brand at all times, and reflects the latest digital trends and best practice. 
• Track and analyse traffic to the Girls Not Brides website; identify ways to reach key audiences and increase brand visibility, including Search Engine Optimisation and advertising. 
• Oversee the Communications Officer to ensure ongoing maintenance of the website, including content upload and bug fixes.

Social media management and development

• Develop and implement a social media plan (as part of the digital approach / strategy) liaising closely with and supported by the Head of Communications, and the Communications Officer. 
• Oversee Girls Not Brides’ presence across all social media channels, ensuring all messaging is coherent across channels, on brand, and meets our strategic goals
• Develop social media assets including videos and oversee the development of assets and other digital work produced by the Communications Officer, including social media monitoring, community engagement, analytics reports, etc.
• Support members’ social media engagement and capacity.

Email marketing and planning

• Oversee the planning, management and implementation of our email channel, supporting the Communications Officer to develop compelling content for our marketing campaigns.
• Ensure our email marketing tools are fit for purpose and follow the latest trends and best practice.
• Support the rest of the team in writing impactful emails and understanding email marketing, with the support of the Communications Officer. 

Training and support across the organisation

• Work with the team to identify digital skills gaps and develop and implement training to fill those gaps.

 Other responsibilities

• As an integral part of a small Communications team, assist with developing communications products, leading on digital products and liaising with service providers to ensure high quality. 
• Any other duties assigned by the Head of Communications.

Person Specification

Essential

• Expertise in website and social media development and management and email marketing with a strong understanding of how digital can help achieve the Partnership’s strategic priorities.
• Proven experience of managing a CMS (WordPress)
• Proven experience of developing engaging and accessible content for a website/s and for multiple social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Linked in).
• Excellent copywriting and editing skills and proven experience of producing copy for a variety of different online audiences.
• Proven experience of email marketing newsletters and campaigns.
• Proven experience of managing web and other external agencies.
• A strong understanding of SEO principles and how to apply these to new and existing web content.
• Proven experience of achieving results through web, social media channels and email marketing, and using different tactics and tools to reach different audiences.
• Proven experience of using analytical software to track digital performance and campaigns, create reports and provide insights for learning.
• Up to date on digital developments and trends.
• Proficiency in recent versions of Microsoft Office suite, experience of using Campaign Monitor, Google Analytics, Sprout Social (or other similar tools), knowledge of Salesforce and Basecamp desirable.
• A creative, fast learner with an innovative approach to problem solving.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise a dynamic workload.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• An understanding and passion for Girls Not Brides’ work. 

Desirable

• Design and image manipulation skills, for example, experience of using Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
• Experience of producing short videos for online use.
• Experience of working for a membership organisation.
• Written and spoken French or Spanish is highly desirable.

Safeguarding

Girls Not Brides is committed to safeguarding all children, young people and adults at risk with whom our staff and representatives work and interface. Any employment with Girls Not Brides may be subject to the satisfactory completion of a background check and a criminal records check which can include but is not limited to: an overseas police record check, a Disclosure and Barring Service Check (for those based in the UK) or an International Criminal Record Check (if applicable).

About Scope

We’re the disability equality charity. We won't stop until we achieve a society where all disabled people enjoy equality and fairness. At home. At school. At work. In our communities.

We provide practical advice and emotional support whenever people need it most. We use our collective power to change attitudes and end injustice. And we campaign relentlessly to create a fairer society.

About the role

This is a key role within Scope’s Marketing Account Management team.  You will be the face of the marketing team, taking new briefs from project leads from across the organisation and managing them from end to end, working closely with the digital marketing and creative and brand teams.

Upon receiving a brief, you will use your strong marketing knowledge to draft a strategy to ensure the campaign hits its KPIs, liaising with our digital marketing team where necessary. You will collaborate with the creative and brand team to plan out and deliver any assets required ensuring that they are innovative, on brand and support our objectives. Excellent project management skills are needed to manage a high volume of briefs from across the organisation’s teams, including fundraising, influencing campaigns, retail, and frontline services. Scoping out the project requirements, briefing the creative team, and managing the process from end to end requires good strategic thinking, solid time management and prioritisation skills. You will build relationships across the organisation, work at pace, and deal with changes and challenges as they arise. This position will support a wide range of creative content production, from in-store assets and films, to social media artwork and printed fundraising appeals.

About you

A strategic thinker with robust project management skills. Someone who enjoys being organised and working with others to deliver on deadlines to produce high-quality marketing campaigns.

Disabled candidates

Equality and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We want to seize every opportunity to build a truly diverse and inclusive workplace.

We are always looking for applications from disabled people. If you are disabled and you have the skills and, or the experience to do the job, we really want to interview you. Just let us know in your application that you are applying under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme.

Digital Communications Manager job - Permanent

Your new company
A large iconic social welfare charity based all over the country but this post (in normal time) will be based in their London office

Your new role
We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic generalist Senior Digital Communications professional who is experienced in increasing digital engagement with a wide range of audiences. We are looking for this professional to produce high quality and creative engagement, leading a team of Digital Content Officers. You will be using a range of different platforms including the Website and all their Social Media channels. A lot of your role will be to improve user journey and optimise content alongside the Content Officers to drive quality outputs and deliverable's as well as amplify story telling capabilities .

What you'll need to succeed
This role is a management position and as such we are looking for a Digital Communications Lead that has managed a team as well as managed the increase of engagement, we want to see a proven track record of the ROI and increase in engagement through a wide range of digital communications channels. The successful candidate will have both hands on and strategic experience with Social Media approaches, Audience Segmentation and Analytics. This is a multi-faceted role and you will be expected to help deliver web content as well as lead teams in this. Ideally you will have a background in the third sector and complex organisations with multiple stakeholders

What you'll get in return
- Generous annual leave and company pension scheme - Flexible working to support staff with their work/life balance, taking into account things such as caring responsibilities, worship and attendance at religious festivals - Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave - Season ticket and cycle to work loans Paid volunteering leave - Flexible working options available.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Hours: Full-time, but with some flexibility possible

Contract type: Permanent

Salary: £24,163 – £28,000 + 8% pension (non-contributory) and benefits including a healthcare scheme

Deadline: Monday 12 October 2020 at 9am

First stage interviews will take place from the week of the 19th

Background

ShareAction is a charity and campaigning organisation working to unleash the power of the financial system to drive social progress and protect our environment. We focus on transforming the investment system, using it as a lever to generate positive social and environmental impact in the real world.

We do this by:

• Educating and working with investors to improve their practices;
• Influencing the policy-makers and industry regulators that can ensure the investment system serves society’s interests in the long-term;
• Campaigning to unlock the power of investors, as shareholders in companies, to change corporate behaviour (on issues such as climate change, good work and human rights, sustainable food and public health);
• Mobilising ordinary people, who have a stake in the investment system through their pensions and savings, to demand a change in how their money is invested;
• Collaborating with other civil society organisations who share our vision.

Job Description

ShareAction’s corporate engagement programmes harness the power of investors to influence companies to drive improvements in their environmental sustainability and social responsibility. Our climate change campaigns have focused on decarbonisation, using science-based targets, and on the oil and gas and power generation sectors. We are currently exploring areas for new campaigns, which could include hard to abate sectors, transport and biomass.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Although your 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 be doing:

• You will plan and deliver campaign activity of the Investor Decarbonisation Initiative (IDI) with a range of activities, including researching targets, drafting letters, and arranging meetings with investors, companies and other stakeholders;
• Lead administration and recordkeeping for IDI using our Salesforce CRM system;
• Provide input to the climate change team in an effort to develop new programmes, including contributing to funding bids;
• Support the delivery of new campaign activities in our climate change programme;
• Where appropriate, manage relationships with external organisations, including funders and NGO partners involved in IDI;
• Play a role in wider team and cross-ShareAction activity related to climate change, to foster collaboration and partnership;
• Support the delivery of other ShareAction campaigns as required.

Please note that this list isn’t exhaustive and the role might change slightly from time to time.

Person specification

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

ESSENTIAL

• Have a good understanding of climate change, including global efforts to tackle it, particularly the role of business;
• Experience in campaigning and making change happen, ideally in a corporate environment;
• Experience of managing relationships with external stakeholders;
• Ability to analyse information (including data) and makes concise, relevant recommendations;
• Strong communication skills - both written and spoken English;
• Excellent organisational skills, proven ability to manage competing demands on time while still meeting deadlines;
• Very strong attention to detail, able to deliver work of a high standard;
• Highly motivated, able to self-start and proactively seek guidance or direction where required;
• Ability and comfort flexing between different areas of work.

DESIRABLE

• Subject matter expertise in climate change as it relates to one or more industrial sectors, such as oil and gas, electric utilities, transport or heavy industries;
• Understanding of responsible investment, responsible business and ESG issues;
• Proficiency with common office software including Microsoft Office, Outlook, SharePoint;
• Experience of using Salesforce CRM system.

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.

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

Please note that to be considered for this post you must be legally eligible to work in the UK. Due to current restrictions we are unable to hire anyone that isn’t already living in the UK. Due to our size we are unable to sponsor visas.

To apply, please visit our vacancies page via the Apply button.

Support a growing movement of people building better quality, more affordable homes for themselves and their communities.

Community Led Housing London is a resource and advice hub, supported by the Mayor of London, and hosted by CDS Co-operatives (a small housing association). We provide support, expertise and funding to help people create community land trusts, housing co-ops, and cohousing. That means long term homes, not financial assets, and giving people power over how they want to live. 

You will ensure the efficient and effective operation of the hub. Working with the team, you will also take responsibility for a range of social media, communications, and events activities to engage, inform, and help to grow the capacity of Londoners to play a leading role in creating their own housing solutions.

We would like to hear from you if you enjoy a variety of tasks and challenges, are well-organised, creative, enterprising, flexible and are able to deliver on the detail, without losing sight of the bigger picture. You will be able to turn your hand to a wide range of tasks. You will be a natural organiser and communicator.

You will be a star performer in this role if you:

• Are really organised, and good at prioritising.

• Have a methodical mind and approach to work, with acute attention to detail

• Are naturally inclined to finish what you’ve started, and get things done

• Bring energy, passion and personal values to the role

• Love and understand the power of language, with great written and visual communication skills

• Use the internet regularly to harness information and love social media in particular Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

You will be employed by CDS Co-operatives, our host organisation based in Borough / London Bridge, although homeworking is a possibility.

If you are interested, please email with your CV and a letter covering the following questions, as soon as you can, and by Monday 5 October 2020:

•Why would you like to work in Community Led Housing?

•What key skills and qualities can you bring to this role?

Please ensure that you address the requirements in the downloadable person specification, with examples.

Please include details of referees, your current or most recent salary; and when you would be available to start / notice period. 

Do work that inspires. Every day at Choose Love is an opportunity to make a real, tangible difference to the lives of refugees and displaced people.

Collaborate with creative, exciting people that really care. Work with friendly, smart, dedicated people for whom this is more than a job – it’s a passion.

Be part of a brave, innovative start-up spirit. We’re a young organisation with big ambition. We’re nimble, always learning and not afraid to take risks.

About Choose Love

Our Vision: a world that chooses love and justice every day for everyone.

Our Mission: we do whatever it takes to identify, close and prevent gaps in services and protections for refugees and displaced people globally.

About the Job

Choose Love seeks an entrepreneurial Creative Director of Brand Communications and Campaigns to lead and manage all elements of the communications strategy for the organisation including: 

Strategy and Leadership

• Design and implement a communications strategy that advances Choose Love’s strategic priorities to (1) position and promote forced migration as an urgent issue and move audiences to take action; (2) position and promote Choose Love as an expert on forced migration; and (3) diversify the organisation’s base of grassroots supporters. 
• Elevate Choose Love’s visibility and grow its influence and impact through a variety of channels, including social media, influencer engagement, earned media, etc. 
• Oversee and sign-off on all content creation, including but not limited to emails, social media, website, digital campaigns, advocacy actions, graphics, and other collateral.
• Drive innovation in Choose Love’s communications efforts and campaigns to position the organisation at the leading edge of narrative change and action. 
• Collaborate closely with the CEO on all aspects of Choose Love’s communications and marketing efforts. 

Fundraising and Advocacy Campaigns 

• Develop the strategy, creative concepts, tactics and messaging for fundraising and advocacy campaigns throughout the year. This work will be done in close collaboration with the Head of Digital and Choose Love’s program, advocacy, fundraising and partnerships teams. 
• Work with the team to develop creative concepts around the Choose Love Shop – both virtual and physical – leading the communications strategy to promote the shop to a wide array of audiences in the UK and beyond.

Outreach and Engagement: Social, Influencers, Media and Events 

• Develop and oversee Choose Love’s editorial calendar, with a focus on social media, specifically Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and TikTok.
• Keep a pulse of relevant social media channels and traditional media outlets to spot trends and curate content for Choose Love’s audiences. 
• Develop creative concepts and engaging messaging for use across emails, social media, website and talking points. 
• Work with the CEO and Head of Partnerships to develop creative concepts to engage and activate influencers in support of the organisation. 
• Develop plans to promote Choose Love’s events and stunts. 
• Oversee the organisation’s earned media and crisis communications strategy, including public statements, interview requests and outreach to journalists.

Team Development and Management

• Thoughtfully manage and grow a team of communications and marketing professionals
• Manage engagement of external vendors and contractors, including graphic designers, PR specialists, videographers, photographers, etc.
• Oversee day-to-day activities of communications and digital functions including budgeting and staff development.
• Display leadership in working collaboratively across the organisation – from the program team to partnerships to advocacy – and in close partnership with the CEO.

About You: 

• Have minimum 7-10 years experience working in marketing, communications and/or media/PR field for a nonprofit, media outlet, brand, political campaign or ad agency. 
• Are an innovative, creative thinker, leader and do-er who is equally comfortable building a strategy, directing staff and rolling up your sleeves to get the work done on Day 1.
• Proven experience with an editorial approach to communications, including content creation and curation for a variety of audiences. Experience in crisis communications and rapid response is a plus. 
• Have your finger on the pulse of cutting edge and creative brands and influencers because you live on and love social media. 
• Not only have experience but enjoy managing a team, providing both leadership and coaching to help your colleagues grow and reach their full potential. Management style includes care and compassion.
• Exceptional writer and editor, having written for diverse audiences.
• Possess authentic passion for Choose Love’s mission and work. Lived experience of any kind is a plus. 
• Are willing to listen and learn, making space for ideas and approaches that are different than your own.
• Proven ability to oversee a wide portfolio of projects and to manage multiple competing deadlines.
• Take ownership of and initiative in everything you do, while understanding how to work across teams.

How to apply

Please apply with a cover letter (of no more than two pages) outlining your suitability for the role and a copy of your CV.

We are particularly interested in any examples of work you’ve led that demonstrate the requirements above. Please include links to any examples you feel are relevant. We will be reviewing applications and may interview before the closing date.

Choose Love does not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, colour, religion, gender, age, sexuality or any other protected class. We support workplace diversity and believe it creates dynamic, relevant organisations, fostering spaces for innovation and creativity. We are working hard to increase the diversity of our team and encourage you to be a part of it. We are committed to making our roles and culture inclusive. We can make reasonable adjustments throughout the application process and on the job. If you have particular accessibility requirements, please get in touch and let us know.

Assistant Producer

(Fixed Term Contract)

2 roles available

£28,000 - 32,000

London and currently remote

The Assistant Producer will assist the Producer and overall production team in all aspects of producing content for Red Nose Day and/or Sport Relief and other partner brands or investors, working closely with other teams within the organisation.

Key responsibilities:

• Work on highly sensitive and targeted casting of contributors for content
• Research factual information, alongside colleagues within the organisation
• Work across setting up shoots with the producer & PM – including locations, contributors etc – in the UK and internationally (with strong focus on higher risk countries throughout Africa)
• Be aware of compliance and safeguarding, including experience of working with vulnerable people in challenging locations

Essential Skills and Competencies:

• Some AP level across TV and online content production, specifically in specialist factual and/or documentary programming
• Demonstrable shooting skills – ideally on cameras such as C300/FS7 or similar
• Ability to multi task and work across more than one project simultaneously, including shoots outside of the UK in high risk environments
• Understanding and experience of safeguarding – e.g. working with children and vulnerable adults
• Strong attention to detail – to produce work which is accurate and brand relevant
• Ability to work proactively and effectively as part of a busy production team
• Basic edit skills (ideally in Premiere) – desirable, but not essential

To apply please visit our website via the link.

Role closes - 12:00pm, 30th Sep 2020 BST (Europe/London)

Inclusivity at Comic Relief

We recognise diversity and inclusion are a source of strength in achieving our mission. We therefore welcome everyone, trusting what makes us different brings creativity, styles and experiences to help us collectively do our best work. That’s regardless of your gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, and cultural identity. We especially welcome those from under-represented groups in modern grant-making and fundraising. We are on a journey, but if you join our team you will be part of a community that is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where we want you to:

• Be valued for being yourself
• Do your best work, and be supported to break down barriers so you can succeed
• Be heard, respected, and treated as an equal, whatever your level, experience or background
• Be part of a team that is committed to making this happen – with our colleagues, partners, and contributors.

Comic Relief is committed to preventing and protecting all people from harm in their interactions with us. We expect all those that act in our name to uphold our approach to doing no harm.

Your new company
Local Council

Your new role
We are looking for a senior content professional who can be both strategic and deliver on a web project. The council is looking for a complete overhaul of around 450 pages to making them user-focused, you will be re-purposing, re-vamping and rewriting to optimise the website usage. The organisation has a multiple services they provide and so the content owners will be conscious of what the finish product looks like. The website content is around 10 years old so it may mean stripping of pages.

What you'll need to succeed
We are looking for an experience content professional who has experience delivering website revamps and who has lots of experience with user journeys and UX content. Ideally you will have public sector experience and a background in GDS (government digital service) guidelines when it comes to content. With the content owners having some say in the end product the successful candidate needs to have strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to say no when they need to.

What you'll get in return
A competitive salary and the opportunity to manage an extensive project end to end.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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The appointment will be on UCL Grade 8. The salary range will be £44,674 to £52,701 per annum, inclusive of London Allowance.

We are UCL: a diverse community with the freedom to challenge and think differently. From climate change to plastic pollution, infant mortality to social inequality, the world is facing huge challenges and we’re determined to solve them.

In September 2016 UCL launched It’s All Academic, one of Europe’s most ambitious Philanthropy and Engagement Campaigns. The next academic year will be pivotal as we approach the end of the Campaign and the transition of President & Provost in early 2021. We are seeking an exceptional candidate to lead the Communications Team into the next phase of advancement at UCL. 

As Head of Communications, you will lead on creatively telling UCL’s global impact story to our most important audiences, supporting both the Campaign and institutional advancement goals. You will pay a pivotal role in shaping the future direction of our high profile brand and visual identity, leading the evolution of all communications platforms, and advising senior leaders on the future direction for advancement communications, and leading an exceptional team of communications professionals. 

The successful candidate will be a proven Communications leader with a demonstrable track record in the sector. You will be a strategic thinker with excellent project management skills, and the ability to confidently represent OVPA and UCL across internal and external stakeholder groups, often managing competing interests. Most importantly, you will be a strong and inspiring people manager, and a supportive and encouraging colleague in our fast paced, highly skilled office, willing to work collaboratively towards our common goals.

We are a team of exceptionally ambitious, creative and passionate individuals who work together to achieve remarkable things with a global impact, and we would love for you to be part of this exciting journey and our success. 

We are happy to consider applications from candidates seeking part-time opportunities (minimum 0.8 FTE – equivalent of 4 days per week, stated salary to be pro-rata). 

We know that our people are our greatest asset and in return we provide an empowering environment where your development is invested in. We offer agile working and flexibility around working hours.

UCL is an outstanding place to work. We welcome people from all backgrounds and strive to create an environment where everyone is encouraged to give their best in a place where their unique experiences and skills are seen as valuable assets. You will be entitled to a generous pension scheme and holiday allowance. 

When applying please do address the essential and desirable criteria from the person specification.

Closing Date: 28 September 2020

Latest time for the submission of applications: 23:59.

Interview Date: TBC

We particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within UCL at this level. 

We will consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible and job share basis wherever possible.

The Charity

Our partner is a leading national charity who provide life changing short breaks and holidays to families facing incredibly challenging circumstances. Their breaks are a chance for families to connect, revitalise and discover.

Covid-19, and the challenges of lockdown, mean that even more families are facing very difficult circumstances, and the need for the services that the charity provides is growing.

Since the charity was set up 45 years ago, they have enabled 52,000 families to take time out from their daily life – and just enjoy what many of us take for granted: fresh air, playing on the beach, eating ice cream.

Last year alone, 4,800 families took a vital break – some for the first time together as a family.

The Role

The charity is seeking an Income and Engagement Director who can really make a difference and enable us to sustain our mission to give families time away together.

The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing and nurturing long term relationships with supporters at all levels and will take a prominent role in leading the organisation.  

You will be responsible for growing the charity’s income, donated goods and services You will also develop and lead the strategy for future success in these areas. You will take the lead in ensuring our brand and public profile effectively communicate our vision, so that the charity attracts and retains long term supporters.

The Person

The successful candidate will be an experienced communicator and manager who balances commercial acumen with strong values. We are looking for a proven track record in growing and inspiring unrestricted income from both individual and corporate donors.

Demonstrable experience of managing supporter data with a thorough of understanding of the legislation for fundraising and communications and experience in managing and maximising CRM databases are also required.

To apply :Please submit your CV which should be accompanied by a covering letter, clearly demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the role (see attached job description).

I am thrilled to be partnering with a charity which partners with small local charities across England and Wales, helping people overcome complex social issues, as they look to find their new Press and Communications Officer. I am keen to speak to an ambitious, talented and passionate individual who will be excited to join a multi disciplined Communications team.

The main purpose of the role is to raise awareness of the charity's work as they want to shine the spotlight on the underfunded, unsung heroes in the charities they support through impactful communications campaigns.

The ideal candidate:

"If you have a passion for storytelling and enjoy working to a fast-paced news cycle, we're looking for a proactive and tenacious Press and Communications Officer to promote the charities we support and the vital work they do, while seeking out thought leadership opportunities".

Previous experience in a busy press office is vital, and you will have experience of pro-actively seeking out media opportunities, selling in stories and pitching ideas and building relationships with journalists and key stakeholders.

If you're looking for an interesting and varied role that you can make your own, are passionate about local charities making a difference across England and Wales and are willing to learn, this is the right job for you. The charity can offer a friendly and supportive team and plenty of opportunity for learning, development and professional growth.

12 month FTC, working full-time hours.

Based in London.

Salary £29,000- £31,500 dependent on experience

To apply, please e-mail me your CV [email protected] to start the conversation, and I can then provide the full job description.

The firm closing date is Monday 28 th September, so please get in touch ASAP to avoid disappointment.

Please note only suitable candidates will be contacted.

The charity encourage applications from all sections of our diverse community, irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sexual orientation, religion or belief, or because someone is married or in a civil partnership. "We believe our organisation will be a better, more creative and an innovative place to work if we can harness the benefit of lots of different perspectives".

In addition the charity is committed to making their own recruitment practices barrier-free and as inclusive as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for people who have a disability or long-term health condition. If you need any 'reasonable adjustments' for any part of the recruitment process please let us know, in confidence, to discuss these.

20 hours per week - Watford/Hemel Hempstead based

– criminal exploitation/offending transition –

Transitions UK is an exciting and growing charity, initially working across Herts, Beds & Bucks, specifically set up to address the needs of a “lost generation” of 15-25-year olds. We work with young people with learning disabilities, mental health & emotional issues, young people leaving care and those at risk of exploitation/offending.

You will further develop and drive forward this exciting and innovative community-based project, part funded by The National Lottery and already running for three years, including spearheading the new hub in Hemel Hempstead. You will have primary responsibility, supported by our FT Project Manager, to provide a mentoring and befriending service to young people aged 13-21 years who are at risk of criminal exploitation or offending. 

The role runs across two hubs – in Watford and Hemel Hempstead – there are two other hubs in Enfield and Stevenage. Within each hub we run “Prevent” for 7-8 13-17-year olds and “Restart” for 3 18-21-year olds. You will support 20 young people and recruit and deploy 30+ volunteers as mentors, both younger and older adults.

You are an excellent organiser, team leader and communicator with a hands-on approach. From experience, you are able to work sensitively and effectively with young people who have personal challenges and need support - so you will provide a quality response to the challenge further developing this project. You will be well supported by an experienced high-quality Board with personal support from your Project Manager. You will be excited by the opportunities in this role and growing charity, and determined to achieve excellent results for the young people we support.

For more information, please see attached Job Description and Person Specification documents.

To apply, please click the Apply button to send us your CV and covering letter.

Closing Date: 9th October

Interviews: 15th October

Registered Charity No 1160105

Help us to engage the public with the wonders of engineering

The Royal Academy of Engineering is harnessing the power of engineering to build a sustainable society and an inclusive economy that works for everyone.

In collaboration with our Fellows and partners, we’re growing talent and developing skills for the future, driving innovation and building global partnerships, and influencing policy and engaging the public. Together we’re working to tackle the greatest challenges of our age.

Joining a busy communications and engagement team you will contribute to the successful delivery of the Academy’s public engagement activities, including the Ingenious public engagement awards scheme and initiatives to promote engineering careers, such as This is Engineering. You will help to raise the profile of our public engagement activities through communications including e-newsletters, case studies and press releases. 

You will support the successful delivery of the Ingenious scheme through efficient application and selection processes, help to build and maintain engagement with a community of engineers and public engagement professionals and collect evaluation data to assess the impact of our funding.

In return, we offer an excellent package of benefits including a non-contributory pension scheme, BUPA cash plan, private medical insurance, subsidised restaurant, regular social activities, health and wellbeing programmes, as well as significant investment in your personal and professional development.

We support flexible working and would be happy to discuss working patterns with candidates.

To find out more and to apply, please visit our website.

Closing date: Midday on Monday 12 October 2020.

Interview date: w/c 26 October 2020 (via video conference, e.g. Zoom).

Are you an experienced and motivated project administrator? Do you know what it takes to create attention-grabbing content for social media? Do you want to be part of an organisation whose mission is to create positive change through film? 
 

We are looking for a dependable, self-motivated and organised individual to join our Dalston based core team.
 

Who we are:

Since its launch in 2006, Inside Job Productions (IJP) has established itself as one of the UK’s leading independent film production companies operating as a social enterprise. Working with a team of freelance creatives we produce film and digital content for some of the world’s largest corporations and some of the smallest charities. Recent clients include Johnson & Johnson, NFU Mutual, NHS England, British Lung Foundation, Refugee Council and Thrive LDN. 

As a social enterprise, we have also consistently prioritised our social impact. We have worked extensively with people who have experienced disadvantage or discrimination, including the delivery of a production trainee scheme for women within the criminal justice sector and latterly for young people living with mental health problems. We have also run multiple workshops using film and digital media as a creative way of providing marginalised communities with a new voice, as well as useful and transferable skills. 

We have recently been awarded a grant from the Ministry of Justice to support a two-year programme of work within London prisons to develop film content which will address the multiple mental health problems experienced by many people in custody. 

Key responsibilities:

Production/Project Management (c.70%)

• Set up and management of film productions from commission through to final delivery.
• Client liaison.
• Sourcing and booking crew, equipment, travel and accommodation, locations/studio spaces.
• Writing and disseminating production paperwork including call sheets, risk assessments, production agreements etc.
• Keeping track of budgets and finances (credit card reconciliation, petty cash).
• Providing support to the finance manager (Processing invoices for, credit card reconciliation, petty cash).
• Staff administration duties (annual leave, sickness absence etc). 
• Updating and maintaining company subscriptions and databases
• Transcription of film rushes
• Responding to phone and email queries.
• Attending quarterly board meetings, taking and writing up minutes.
• General office management 

Social Media Management / Digital Marketing (c.30%)

• Creating engaging content for IJP’s social media channels (Twitter, Instagram)
• Writing content for and updating the IJP Website.
• Creation of engaging marketing materials. 

Who you are:

• You have previous experience and can demonstrate the ability to take on the responsibilities listed above. 
• Highly organised and comfortable working across numerous projects at one given time.
• Excellent communication and writing skills with a keen eye for detail, grammar and punctuation.
• Strong understanding of social media channels.
• Hands on experience in content management. 
• Self-motivated and proactive. 

Whist we welcome applicants who have previous experience of working in a film or TV environment this is not an essential requirement for this role. What we are looking for is an excellent, all round project manager / administrator who is willing to learn and take on new responsibilities.

Some of the benefits of working for us:

• Holiday entitlement – 20 days per year (pro rata of full time allowance of 25 days + 8 bank holidays). 
• Training allowance to support your own professional development. 
• Flexible working.
• A role where no two working days are the same. 
• Making a difference to the lives of vulnerable people. 

This is a part time position offered 3 days a week. 

Salary: £28,000 pro rata £16,800 
Location: Inside Job Productions, 18-22 Ashwin Street, Dalston, London, E8 3DL

Deadline for applications: Friday 25th September @ 5pm
Interviews: Virtual interviews will be carried out during w/c 28th September 2020. 

Please apply by uploading your CV and covering letter (maximum one page) via CharityJob.

IJP is an equal opportunity employer and enthusiastically encourages people from all backgrounds to apply.