Prevent Delivery Manager Jobs in Glasgow
Community Catalysts is a well-established, social enterprise working across the UK to make sure that people who need care and support to live their lives can get help in ways, times and places that suit them.
We see the world differently and celebrate the strength of people and community. We know how to help local people help other local people and we bring our values, creativity and passion to everything we do.
Our primary role is to work as a catalyst within communities to build on the strengths of people, communities, and organisations to ensure that people who need support to live their lives can be part of strong, inclusive, communities with real opportunities to connect, create and contribute.
We use our expertise to help communities, organisations, authorities, and policy makers to deliver the transformational change in services or systems needed to make this a reality.
We are seeking a dynamic and visionary person to lead our efforts in driving forward development and innovation initiatives.
As the Director of Development and Innovation you will be responsible for leading strategic development activities, working collaboratively with colleagues and partners to identify new opportunities, and overseeing the implementation of innovative solutions that align with our mission and objectives.
This role requires a creative thinker with a strong background in product and business development, project management, stakeholder engagement, and a passion for making a positive impact in the health and care sector.
You will have the opportunity to use your skills and experience to develop and enhance all aspects of our work to increase our impact and reach and shape the future direction of the organisation as a whole.
This is an exciting time to join Community Catalysts. We are growing and reaching more people and places. If you share our vision and values and would like to be part of our dynamic team, we would love to hear from you.
Home based with a UK-wide remit and some travel including overnight stays required.
Closing date for applications is 5pm on Monday 2nd September 2024.
Interviews will consist of a one-hour Teams presentation/discussion on Tuesday 10th September 2024 and an in-person interview in Birmingham on either Monday 16th September 2024 or Tuesday 17th September 2024. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location Homebased
Salary £38K
Contract Full-Time, Permanent
An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Communication and Marketing Manager to join our dynamic social mobility charity which exists to remove the barriers that prevent children and young people having meaningful access to the natural world. Through a week on one of our three heritage farms, Nethercott House in Devon, Lower Treginnis in Pembrokeshire, and Wick Court in Gloucestershire, children and young people experience increased learning and engagement, improved connections and wellbeing, and leave us with an enhanced sense of environmental citizenship. Visiting children are immersed in the natural world of countryside through a food and farming offer that allows them to participate in the seasonal tasks of the day: sowing, growing and harvesting in our kitchen gardens; caring for livestock and looking after the land; and cooking up a home-grown feast in the farmhouse kitchen. In partnership with our commercial farming neighbours, children experience the benefits of collaboration, enjoy plenty of physical activity, good food, and fresh air, and discover the magical rural environment that is full of new words, sounds and experiences to inspire their creativity. Spending time working alongside real farmers fosters children’s independence and helps them to grow in confidence, develops their self-esteem, and encourages them to become more resilient.
About the Role
This role will be responsible for developing the vision and direction of the Communication and Marketing Strategy but will fundamentally be an operational management delivery role. Responsible for developing and rolling out a multi‐channel communication and marketing strategy that will:
- raise the profile of the charity by communicating news about projects, programmes, and partnerships on social channels, on online and print media outlets, TV networks,
- deliver communications to generate sales to secure a pipeline of farm residential visit bookings from beneficiary groups (being children from schools in disadvantaged communities, youth groups, young carers, children in care, etc) across England and Wales.
- secure income from fundraising by communicating the charity’s mission, vision, and values to donors, funders, trusts and foundations, and corporate partners.
The successful applicant will have considerable experience of developing and delivering a communication and marketing strategy as well as experience of designing and delivering multi-channel sales and marketing campaigns. Excellent people skills are key, as you will need to build strong relationships with a range of stakeholders.
Key areas of responsibility include:
- Raising the profile of the Charity by devising and implementing a beneficiary‐focused communications strategy that supports both the sales and fundraising function, including print, social, and online communications that target teachers and other adults who are key decision makers for our beneficiaries.
- Developing and embedding an integrated communications and marketing strategy to deliver the ambitions of the Business plan, to reach new markets and successfully translate connections into bookings (‘sales’) or generate income from funders to support fundraising.
- Leading on the management and development of all channels of communication for the Charity: social media, website, YouTube channel, print media.
This position is home based but you will be required to travel to our farms and Head Office based in Exeter as required in order to fulfil the role.
For full details about the role, please see the Job Description and Person Specification and Job Information Pack.
Appointments will be confirmed when the Charity has received two satisfactory professional references, and evidence of the existing proof of right to work in the UK. Referees will not be contacted without candidates’ prior consent.
Farms for City Children is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Successful candidates will be subject to a Social Media check and a DBS check at the appropriate level. Employment with the charity is conditional upon the charity being satisfied with the result of the DBS Check. Successful candidates will be asked to complete a self-declaration related to their criminal record or any information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. If you have lived or worked outside of the UK, additional information may be required from you to satisfy safer recruitment checks. Any criminal records information that is disclosed to the charity will be handled in accordance with any guidance and/or code of practice published by the DBS.
Farms for City Children is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusivity and supports and encourages under-represented groups. We seek people from a wide range of backgrounds, with diverse lived experience, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
What we Offer
In return you will receive a salary of £38,000 and benefits, which include:
- 25 days holiday plus 8 statutory bank holidays
- 6% employer contribution to NEST pension scheme
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
How to Apply
Deadline for applications is 12 noon on Friday 9th August 2024
Interviews:20th August 2024
To apply please download and fill out our application form. You may also wish to fill out our equal opportunities monitoring form.
We are unable to accept just cover letters and CVs.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE – DIRECT RECRUITMENT ONLY
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Corporate and Community Fundraising Manager
Number of Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week), Monday to Friday with occasional evening and weekend working
Accountability of post: The post holder will be line managed by and accountable to the Development Manager
Location of post: Remote, with travel as required
Other terms: 33 days annual leave including public holidays
Do you have a strong track record of fundraising within the charity sector? We are looking for someone who can manage corporate and community fundraisers, develop events, both locally and nationally; as well as being able to write, and submit successful funding applications to trusts and other funding sources.
As our ‘Corporate and Community Fundraising Manager’ you will develop, deliver, and manage a range of corporate and community fundraising initiatives that will help the Throat Cancer Foundation (TCF) promote and deliver its services.
About Us
Founded in 2012 we are a UK charity that provide support, advice and information to patients and their loved ones who are affected by cancers of the head, mouth, neck, chest, and those throat cancers caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV). We also campaign for universal HPV vaccination to prevent any future devastating throat cancer cases. Raising awareness of HPV and how it causes throat cancers has been and continues to be a large part of our work.
About the role
The successful applicant will work closely with the CEO, the management team, and Trustees to implement, develop and deliver a fundraising strategy that meets the charity’s challenging income targets. This post will play a vital role in helping us to deliver our range of throat cancer support programmes to patients, families, as well as to medical professionals and the scientific research sectors. This is a unique and challenging role, which will see the successful applicant working on a variety of projects at any one time, whilst working under pressure to deliver results. It is therefore important that anyone in that role has great communication skills as well as experience of managing fundraising events on a nationwide scale.
MAIN TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Fundraising duties as required.
- Be the customer service face for all fundraisers and fundraising activities.
- Play a key role in the development and implementation of TCF’s community fundraising activities and third-party events.
- Work with the Business Development Manager and CEO to develop key messages, briefings, and positioning statements to ensure consistency and maximise the impact of our work
- Create, manage, and deliver robust project plans for allocated events delivering on set income targets.
- Review and adapt current events in the portfolio to maximise supporter engagement, retention and income growth.
- Booking and liaising with all suppliers involved with events and building and maintaining strong relationships with them.
- Working across the charity and externally, to significantly grow both volunteer numbers and activity.
- Develop the way we speak about volunteering, our brand, and associated materials, in order to attract more volunteers with the skills we need.
This description does not attempt to describe all the activities of the post but illustrates the role with examples. It is therefore subject to alteration and development and will be reviewed with your line manager as required.
About You
You have demonstratable experience as a corporate and community fundraiser with excellent knowledge of the charity sector. You are friendly, highly organised, and skilled in multitasking and balancing priorities. You’re able to write professionally and compellingly for various funders. You have a passion and empathy for people and their power of community to connect and support others.
Essential Skills
- Proven track record in corporate and community fundraising.
- Excellent communications skills, both written and oral.
- Fundraising support experience.
- Understanding of fundraising within the charity sector.
- Ability to co-ordinate priorities and work accurately and to tight deadlines.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to deal comfortably with key individuals at all levels.
- Familiarity with CRM systems.
Desirable Skills
- Knowledge or membership of professional fundraising membership organisations.
- Experience of budget setting and management.
Please submit your cover letter and CV for consideration.
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The role
Are you an experienced trusts fundraiser with energy and a creative flair? Would you like to join a well-established charity with a strong reputation? Would you like to be a part of an ambitious, supportive and collaborative team?
At Cruse Bereavement Support, we are looking for a Trust and Foundations Manager to lead our vitally important trusts and foundations income stream. This is a key role for us, and we are looking for an experienced trusts and foundations fundraiser looking to take this work to the next level. You will line-manage a Trusts and Foundations Officer and be part of a wider Partnerships Team, which includes national corporate partnerships, external training and consultancy. You will lead on working with colleagues from across Cruse to develop innovative new approaches to funding asks from trusts and foundations. Your relationship fundraising approach will enhance our work with existing partners and win the support of new funders. Your collaborative approach to internal working relationships will allow you to produce high quality funding applications and reports to funders.
This role is a remote role, but you will be an active member of the Cruse family, in daily contact with many colleagues from all areas of Cruse for video calls, phone calls, email and instant messaging. The hours are 35 per week (but would consider 30+ hours over 5 days).
If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply for this exciting role. As the UK’s leading bereavement charity, we support tens of thousands of people every year, but with your help we could support even more.
Criminal Record Checks
All staff are required to complete a Criminal Record check. Staff working directly with clients will be required to complete an enhanced check. We comply with the relevant codes of practice and they can be viewed online:
- Applicants in England and Wales: DBS Code of Practice
- Applicants in Northern Ireland: AccessNI Code of Practice
Previous convictions will not prevent full consideration of your application to work with Cruse. Our Recruitment of Ex-offenders' Policy & Handling Criminal Record Check Data Policy are available on request by email.
We comply with all relevant data protection legislation and process your data fairly.
Your application must consist of a CV and covering letter, which outlines your suitability for the role with reference to the Job Description and Person Specification and should be no longer than two pages.
The closing date for applications is Wednesday 31st July 2024 with interviews taking place w/c 5th August 2024 on Teams. Please be advised that if you do not hear from us by 5th August 2024, unfortunately on this occasion you have not been shortlisted.
Cruse welcomes and encourages applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
It's a Penatly are looking for an outstanding Communications & Marketing Manager who will support the communications and strategic objectives of our anti-trafficking & exploitation global campaigns during major global sporting events which have an average reach of 180 million, and our CommonProtect (legal reform for child protection in the Commonwealth) and Student Ambassador (Universities) programmes. You will act as brand manager for all It’s a Penalty’s communication output, including campaign and marketing collateral, social and digital media, and programme promotional materials.
With a deep understanding of effective marketing campaigns through a variety of media and a passion for marketing and strategy, you will act as contact for journalists and media outlets, work across all teams, advising and supporting the production of new materials and content, supporting the communications aspects of all our programmes, ensuring they meet the needs of our audiences.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Who we're looking for:
We are looking for a passionate and experienced leader to join our Delivery Leadership Team as Programme Lead: Education. You will have a strong background in education, curriculum development, and stakeholder engagement, as well as a keen interest in promoting the wellbeing and resilience of young people. You will be confident in delivering training, managing a team, and driving projects to achieve positive outcomes. You will also have excellent communication, networking, and IT skills, and a commitment to Ygam’s vision and values.
Role Requirements
Duties will include but not be limited to:
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Support and lead the team to embed Ygam in the local communities where the charity is based, reaching out specifically to educational organisations (i.e. schools, colleges, Local Authorities, youth groups) who support the development of vulnerable young people.
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Work with SLT, DLT and Training & Engagement Managers to maximise awareness by positioning Ygam at principal education conferences.
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Develop relationships at a national level with key stakeholder groups (i.e. academy chains, college groups) to position Ygam and increase the number of practitioners attending our workshops.
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Attend conferences, seminars, educational and organisational events in support of or representing the Chief Executive.
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Work with stakeholders to increase Ygam’s Alumni
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Foster an entrepreneurial spirit among the team to maximise the opportunities that arise from national campaigns around mental health, digital resilience, e-safety and financial capability.
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Lead the team to deliver high quality training within the education space
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Support the Resource Development Lead to develop new and innovative resources and materials for schools and youth settings
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Support and lead the team to develop highly visible, effective and quality workshops
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Support and manage the portfolio of delivery, ensuring all training is staffed adequately
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Deliver training and information sessions to Ygam’s stakeholders
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Support schools and youth groups to embed Ygam’s training within their organisation
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Monitor KPI’s and feedback across programmes to ensure continuous review and development
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Confidence in writing funding and impact reports
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Follow-up workshops and training to acquire evidence of completed work, case studies etc.
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Assume leadership of and drive your work to achieve agreed outcomes.
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Line manage a team of Training & Engagement Managers within England
Person Specification
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Significant experience of working within an education setting
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A detailed understanding of the PSHE and RSE curriculum as well as knowledge of curriculum in the devolved nations
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Experience of promoting or selling services
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Experience developing lessons and or training
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Experience of engaging stakeholders within the education and youth sector
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Confident public speaker
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Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
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Outstanding networking skills.
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Outstanding understanding of I.T applications (Microsoft word, excel, access & PowerPoint especially).
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Experienced in stakeholder engagement and mapping
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Project management experience
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Experience of driving projects to achieve agreed outcomes.
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Experience of leading the full range of employee HR processes.
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Experience in managing and monitoring programme delivery and budgets
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Ability to work in a highly organised manner with a keen eye for absolute detail.
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Self-administrating experience.
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Direct experience of working within education or mental health is desirable.
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Experience utilising CRM systems (preferably Salesforce)
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Support Coordinator
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the Locality Impact team in Kent, in this home working role.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to support them following stroke. We are looking for an innovative, passionate and professional individual with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills to join our Stroke Recovery Service based in Medway.
Position: S11197 Stroke Association Support Coordinator
Location: Home-based –Medway however, frequent travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings)
Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week (flexible working available)
Salary: Circa £16,043 per annum (FTE circa £26,700 per annum)
Contract: Our services are contracted, we currently have funding for this contract until 31 March 2025.
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.
Closing Date: 4 August 2024 (midnight). We reserve the right to close these vacancies early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Interview Date: 7 August 2024
Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.
The Role
The service aims to identify and address the needs of stroke survivors and carers across the stroke pathway, by providing a range of innovative support solutions, supporting them to meet their desired outcomes. A key part of the role will be to support service users and the delivery of the service.
Reporting to the Stroke Association Service Delivery Coach, the Stroke Association Support Coordinator will:
· Support new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community.
· Provide personalised information, advice and support.
· Support clients to make informed lifestyle changes which will help them to prevent further strokes
· Be accountable for volunteers, so experience of recruiting, training and managing volunteers would be an advantage.
· You will have excellent IT skills and demonstrate a flexible approach to your role.
About You
The post holder will have experience/background in:
· A caring profession ideally with experience of supporting people with disabilities.
· Setting up and running groups.
This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role.
To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further
information on the role.
Please submit your CV, (including details of your current address), and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience.
About the Organisation
Stroke Association. Rebuilding lives after stroke.
When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. That’s because a stroke happens in the brain, the control centre for who we are and what we can do. It happens every five minutes in the UK and changes lives instantly. Recovery is tough, but with the right specialist support and a ton of courage and determination, the brain can adapt.
We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there.
We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives.
We’re working to improve the diversity of our team. Because we know that individuality leads to a richer experience for our people and better support for those affected by stroke.
We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. And we’re particularly looking to increase the number of applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities.
Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help us rebuild them and join our team.
In 2019, we developed a bold new corporate strategy so that we can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people’s lives. To help us deliver our strategy and make a real difference, we are looking to recruit talented people to a number of new roles. If you would like to support stroke survivors to rebuild their lives, we want to hear from you!
You may also have experience in areas such as Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service, Vulnerable Adult, Social Care and Support Officer, Rehabilitation Coordinator, Volunteering Manager, Care and Support Officer, Social Care Worker, Health, Health Care, Support Worker, Care Worker, Social Care Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Relief Support Worker, Support Worker Disabilities, Day Centre Support Worker, Rehabilitation Support Worker, Night Support Worker, Stroke Support Worker, Disability, Disability Support, Stroke.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
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Support Coordinator
Here at Stroke Association, we’re looking for an innovative, passionate and professional individual with excellent communication and organisational skills to join our Stroke Recovery Service based in the Salford area. This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to support them following a stroke.
Position: S11201 Stroke Association Support Coordinator
Location: Home-based, Salford, however, frequent travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work related meetings)
Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week (flexible working available)
Salary: Circa £16,043 per annum (FTE circa £26,700 per annum) (inner London weighting £2,370 per annum or outer London weighting £1,260 per annum may be applied in accordance to where you live)
Contract: This is a fixed-term maternity cover until 15 June 2025
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.
Closing Date: 11 August 2024 (midnight). We reserve the right to close these vacancies early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Interview Date: 21 and 22 August 2024
Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.
The Role
The service aims to identify and address the needs of stroke survivors and carers across the stroke pathway, by providing a range of innovative support solutions, supporting them to meet their desired outcomes.
A key part of the role will be to recruit, train and manage a team of volunteers, to support service users and the delivery of the service.
The Stroke Association Support Coordinator will:
· Support new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community.
· Provide personalised information, advice and support.
· Support clients to make informed lifestyle changes that will help them to prevent further strokes.
· Be accountable for volunteers, so experience of recruiting, training and managing volunteers would be an advantage.
About You
The post holder will have experience/background in:
· A caring profession, ideally with experience in supporting people with disabilities.
· Setting up and running support groups.
This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role.
To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further
information on the role.
Please submit your CV, (including details of your current address), and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience.
About the Organisation
Stroke Association. Rebuilding lives after stroke.
When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. That’s because a stroke happens in the brain, the control centre for who we are and what we can do. It happens every five minutes in the UK and changes lives instantly. Recovery is tough, but with the right specialist support and a ton of courage and determination, the brain can adapt.
We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there.
We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives.
We’re working to improve the diversity of our team. Because we know that individuality leads to a richer experience for our people and better support for those affected by stroke.
We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. And we’re particularly looking to increase the number of applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities.
Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help us rebuild them and join our team.
In 2019, we developed a bold new corporate strategy so that we can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people’s lives. To help us deliver our strategy and make a real difference, we are looking to recruit talented people to a number of new roles. If you would like to support stroke survivors to rebuild their lives, we want to hear from you!
You may also have experience in areas such as Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service, Vulnerable Adult, Social Care and Support Officer, Rehabilitation Coordinator, Volunteering Manager, Care and Support Officer, Social Care Worker, Health, Health Care, Support Worker, Care Worker, Social Care Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Relief Support Worker, Support Worker Disabilities, Day Centre Support Worker, Rehabilitation Support Worker, Night Support Worker, Stroke Support Worker, Disability, Disability Support, Stroke.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
BACKGROUND
Habitat for Humanity Great Britain (Habitat GB) is part of the international Habitat for Humanity network. We tackle housing poverty around the world by working in partnership with communities and families to achieve their dreams of a safe and decent place to live.
“Home Equals” is a five-year global advocacy campaign, recently launched by Habitat for Humanity International and dedicated to achieving policy change, at all levels, to ensure that people living in informal settlements especially in the Global South have equitable access to adequate housing. Together, with partners, governments and communities, we can create lasting change so that people living in informal settlements have safe and secure homes.
As a global housing leader, Habitat for Humanity has a unique opportunity in ensuring that access to adequate housing is prioritized around the world. Together, we can advance policies that unlock the potential of people who deserve an equal shot at a decent home.
Purpose of The role
Habitat GB is seeking a dedicated and experienced Head of Advocacy to lead our efforts in advocating for policy change within the UK government (in particular targeting the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office) to prioritise housing in international development. This pivotal role will play a crucial part in supporting Habitat for Humanity's global advocacy agenda which aims to promote equitable access to adequate housing worldwide, focusing on informal settlements in the Global South. The Head of Advocacy will be instrumental in building Habitat GB's profile and influence, establishing strong relationships and coalitions with stakeholders in the UK, identifying lobbying opportunities, providing strategic political insight, and ensuring systematic monitoring and analysis of the international development political landscape. By collaborating with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders, the successful candidate will drive meaningful change and contribute to addressing housing challenges on a global scale.
· Develop Advocacy Strategy: Lead the development of a comprehensive advocacy strategy aligned with Habitat GB's mission and the "Home Equals" campaign objectives, engaging key people in Habitat for Humanity's global advocacy team. This strategy should focus on advocating for policy change within the UK government to prioritize housing in international development.
· Delivery of Advocacy Strategy: Deliver activities to implement the advocacy strategy, working closely with Habitat GB’s senior leadership team and Habitat for Humanity's global advocacy team. Activities may include stakeholder engagement and coalition building, policy research and positioning, profile building, lobbying and political insight, and advocacy campaign, initiatives and events.
· Evaluation, Reporting and Learning: Establish mechanisms for systematic monitoring, analysis, and dissemination of political intelligence related to housing and international development issues in alignment with Habitat for Humanity International’s global metric tracking on advocacy impacts. Prepare regular reports on advocacy outcomes, lessons learned, and recommendations for future action.
· Collaboration and Coordination: Collaborate closely with Habitat for Humanity's global advocacy team especially on G7 related advocacy and implementation of the Home Equals campaign, other affiliates, and external partners to align advocacy efforts, share best practices, and coordinate actions for maximum effectiveness.
· Leadership and Management: Manage, motivate and mentor UK Housing Advocacy Manager, with regular 1-2-1s, setting individual objectives, giving and receiving feedback, progressing people and plans. Role model our values in line with Habitat GB’s inclusive approach to people and culture.
These responsibilities outline the multifaceted nature of the Head of Advocacy role, highlighting the importance of strategic planning, relationship building, political engagement, and impact evaluation in advancing Habitat GB's advocacy objectives related to housing and poverty reduction.
Person Specification
· Bachelor's degree in international relations, public policy, political science, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
· Experience in advocacy, policy analysis, or government relations in the UK, with a focus on international development, housing, or related issues.
· Experience in developing, delivering and implementing advocacy strategies.
· Proven track record of successfully influencing policy change and mobilizing support for advocacy campaigns.
· Experience of directly engaging stakeholders and decision makers through events, networks, meetings and other mechanisms.
· Experience working in a cross-cultural or international context is desirable.
· Experience in senior management roles, encompassing strategic management and team leadership.
Skills and competencies:
· Strong understanding of the UK government structure, policy-making processes, and key stakeholders involved in international development.
· Strong interest and commitment to tackle housing poverty.
· Excellent communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex issues clearly and persuasively in written and verbal formats.
· Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government officials, NGOs, and civil society organizations.
· Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement advocacy plans, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing circumstances.
· Ability to collaborate with diverse teams across multiple locations.
· Self-motivated, organized, and capable of working under pressure to meet deadlines and adapt to challenges.
· Enthusiastic, positive, and proactive with a solution-oriented mindset.
· Demonstrated interest in our work and commitment to continuous learning and development.
· Dedication to contributing to the inclusive, people-positive culture at Habitat.
The role and responsibilities will be carried out in a way which reflects:
· Habitat GB’s commitment to safeguarding children in accordance with the Safeguarding
Policy.
· A commitment to Habitat GB’s vision, mission, values and approach.
· A commitment to effective management of risk, by operating within the Charity’s code of conduct, policies, procedures and controls and by carrying out the risk management and assurance responsibilities of the role as set out in relevant Policy and Procedures.
This is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Job descriptions may be subject to change.
Flexibility
Habitat GB is seeking to rapidly expand its activities and impact to fight poverty across the world. This means that the organisation must be adaptable and flexible and have an ambitious, dynamic and flexible team. It is a requirement of the post holder to be flexible in terms of location (within reason), line management, and duties and responsibilities.
This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.
Start your Habitat journey
We want the recruitment process to give you the opportunity to share your skills and experience, and to find out more about Habitat. You are welcome to get in touch and arrange an informal chat with a member of the team before submitting an application. To apply for the role, please send us your CV and a cover letter telling us about yourself, how you meet the person specification, and your motivation for applying – we don’t expect this to be more than two sides of A4.
The deadline for applications is 11 August 2024 (at 11:59 pm).
Interviews will take place online from the week beginning 19 August 2024. Selected candidates will be contacted to agree a suitable time for interview.
Please note that we do not reimburse any expenses incurred during interviews.
We’d prefer to hear directly from applicants – we won’t be working with third party recruiters on this role.
This post profile is not set in stone. It gives insight into the main purpose of the role, and expected responsibilities, but it might be reviewed in the future to meet the changing requirements of Habitat for Humanity GB – any changes will be made in discussion with the post-holder.
Habitat for Humanity requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguard our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of our code of conduct. The employment of this position will be subject to a satisfactory reference check and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
At Habitat for Humanity GB, we aim to build, develop and retain a talented workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, skills and experiences. We welcome and actively encourage applications from anyone who feels they’d be a good fit for our organisation, regardless of race, religion, colour, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, neurodiversity or any other protected characteristics.
Unfortunately, because of high volume of applications we will not be able to contact unsuccessful applicants. If you haven’t heard from us within a month of the application deadline, please assume that your application has not been successful.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.