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Content Producer (Video)
Location: Wilson Carlile Centre, Sheffield (Hybrid)
Salary: £27,885 per annum
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (full-time)
Contract: Full Time, Open Ended
Occupational Requirement: This post is subject to an Occupational Requirement under the provisions made in the Equality Act 2010 that the post holder has an active faith in Jesus. The successful candidate must be in agreement with the vision and values of Church Army
DBS: A DBS check is not required for this post. However, all staff are expected to read and comply with Church Army’s Safer Ministry Policy.
Church Army & The Role
For over 140 years Church Army has equipped and empowered people to share the good news of the gospel in accessible ways across the UK & Ireland.
We go to places where hope is hard to find; journeying with people, giving them the opportunity to meet and connect with the God who restores and brings life in all its fullness. And this is what compels us: our vision for everyone to encounter God’s love and be empowered to transform their communities.
We are an army of hope with good news to share. Igniting faith in Jesus; restoring life: physically, emotionally, spiritually.
As Content Producer (Video), you will create high-quality videos showcasing Church Army's impactful work across the UK. You'll plan, shoot, and edit videos for social media and digital platforms, producing compelling content that supports our organisational objectives.
As part of a team of digital and creative professionals, you’ll travel to various project sites across the UK to capture stories that highlight the transformative work of Church Army.
Main Responsibilities
Planning and conducting video shoots at Church Army Project sites across the UK and Ireland.
Managing all aspects of video production, from pre-production planning, including script approval and shoot scheduling to shooting, and editing.
Operating various video production equipment and maintain technical proficiency with cameras, sound equipment and other visual production tools.
Creating engaging video content for social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X and YouTube.
Working closely with the Content Producer (Stories) and Copywriter to ensure a unified and consistent message across all content formats.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
The successful candidate will have:
In-depth understanding of video production processes and techniques.
Knowledge of social media platforms and their video content requirements.
Proven experience in planning, Shooting, and editing videos for digital platforms and demonstrated experience with motion graphics and video editing software.
Technical skills in operating video production equipment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills and experience working collaboratively within a creative team.
Data analysis skills to measure the effectiveness of video content.
A creative and innovative mindset with a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling and creating impactful content.
A willingness to travel to various project sites across the UK.
Benefits
Church Army employees get access to a variety of different benefits, to see what benefits you would be eligible for please check the job pack linked below.
WeCare – Provides access to a 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programmes, counselling and wellbeing support.
LifeWorks – LifeWorks allows employees to access ‘employee perks’ which supplies exclusive discounts, cashback, gift cards and cinema deals.
Cycle to Work Scheme – CycleScheme allows you to purchase a new bike and accessories through Church Army. With no upfront payment it can save you 25% – 39% with tax-effective monthly repayments.
Specsavers Eye Tests – Employees who habitually use display screen equipment for their job, will be eligible for an eye test voucher with Specsavers.
Annual Leave: 25 days per year, plus bank holidays
Closing Date: 29/07/24
Interviews: w/c 12/08/24
We want everyone everywhere to encounter God’s love and be empowered to transform their communities through faith shared in words and action.
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Content Producer (Stories)
Location: Wilson Carlile Centre, Sheffield (Hybrid)
Salary: £27,885 (£22,308 pro rata)
Hours: 30 Hours per week (Part-Time)
Contract: Part Time, Open Ended
Church Army & The Role
For over 140 years Church Army has equipped and empowered people to share the good news of the gospel in accessible ways across the UK & Ireland.
We go to places where hope is hard to find; journeying with people, giving them the opportunity to meet and connect with the God who restores and brings life in all its fullness. And this is what compels us: our vision for everyone to encounter God’s love and be empowered to transform their communities.
We are an army of hope with good news to share. Igniting faith in Jesus; restoring life: physically, emotionally, spiritually.
As a Content Producer (Stories), you'll be pivotal in sourcing, capturing, and crafting impactful stories, highlighting the transformative impact Church Army has across the UK and Ireland.
You'll travel to various Church Army projects and Centres of Mission, collaborating with the Communications and Fundraising teams, including the Content Producer (Video), Copywriter, and Social Media Officer. You'll also work closely with the Brand and Content Lead to ensure our stories align with Church Army’s values and messaging.
Main Responsibilities
- Travelling to Church Army’s key projects and centres of Mission across the UK & Ireland to gather stories and insights from people we serve, volunteers, and staff.
- Creating content in the form of writing compelling stories that effectively communicate the impact of Church Army’s work.
- Collaborating and coordinating with the Content Producer (Video) and Copywriter to ensure a cohesive narrative across different content formats and media.
- Working with the Brand and Content Lead to align story content with Church Army’s brand guidelines and strategic messaging
- Contribute to the content strategy by bringing forward stories that resonate with Church Army’s mission.
- Assist in planning content schedules and campaigns, effectively utilising stories to enhance Church Army’s brand and outreach.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- The successful candidate will have:
- A deep understanding of storytelling techniques, narrative structures, and a familiarity with the principles of content creation and digital marketing.
- Awareness of the social impact sector, particularly within the context of Christian-based organisations.
- Proven experience in content creation, particularly in writing and storytelling.
- Experience of conducting interviews and gathering firsthand stories displaying strong interviewing skills with the ability to build rapport quickly.
- Previous experience in adapting content for various platforms, including social media.
- The Ability to travel across the UK & Ireland and manage on-location content gathering.
Benefits
Church Army employees get access to a variety of different benefits, to see what benefits you would be eligible for please check the job pack linked below.
WeCare – Provides access to a 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programmes, counselling and wellbeing support.
LifeWorks – LifeWorks allows employees to access ‘employee perks’ which supplies exclusive discounts, cashback, gift cards and cinema deals.
Cycle to Work Scheme – CycleScheme allows you to purchase a new bike and accessories through Church Army. With no upfront payment it can save you 25% – 39% with tax-effective monthly repayments.
Specsavers Eye Tests – Employees who habitually use display screen equipment for their job, will be eligible for an eye test voucher with Specsavers.
Annual Leave: 198 Hours inclusive of bank holidays (25 days per year, plus bank holiday, FTE)
Content Producer (Stories)
Location: Wilson Carlile Centre, Sheffield (Hybrid)
Salary: £27,885 (£22,308 pro rata)
Hours: 30 Hours per week (Part-Time)
Contract: Part Time, Open Ended
Church Army & The Role
For over 140 years Church Army has equipped and empowered people to share the good news of the gospel in accessible ways across the UK & Ireland.
We go to places where hope is hard to find; journeying with people, giving them the opportunity to meet and connect with the God who restores and brings life in all its fullness. And this is what compels us: our vision for everyone to encounter God’s love and be empowered to transform their communities.
We are an army of hope with good news to share. Igniting faith in Jesus; restoring life: physically, emotionally, spiritually.
As a Content Producer (Stories), you'll be pivotal in sourcing, capturing, and crafting impactful stories, highlighting the transformative impact Church Army has across the UK and Ireland.
You'll travel to various Church Army projects and Centres of Mission, collaborating with the Communications and Fundraising teams, including the Content Producer (Video), Copywriter, and Social Media Officer. You'll also work closely with the Brand and Content Lead to ensure our stories align with Church Army’s values and messaging.
Main Responsibilities
- Travelling to Church Army’s key projects and centres of Mission across the UK & Ireland to gather stories and insights from people we serve, volunteers, and staff.
- Creating content in the form of writing compelling stories that effectively communicate the impact of Church Army’s work.
- Collaborating and coordinating with the Content Producer (Video) and Copywriter to ensure a cohesive narrative across different content formats and media.
- Working with the Brand and Content Lead to align story content with Church Army’s brand guidelines and strategic messaging
- Contribute to the content strategy by bringing forward stories that resonate with Church Army’s mission.
- Assist in planning content schedules and campaigns, effectively utilising stories to enhance Church Army’s brand and outreach.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- The successful candidate will have:
- A deep understanding of storytelling techniques, narrative structures, and a familiarity with the principles of content creation and digital marketing.
- Awareness of the social impact sector, particularly within the context of Christian-based organisations.
- Proven experience in content creation, particularly in writing and storytelling.
- Experience of conducting interviews and gathering firsthand stories displaying strong interviewing skills with the ability to build rapport quickly.
- Previous experience in adapting content for various platforms, including social media.
- The Ability to travel across the UK & Ireland and manage on-location content gathering.
Benefits
Church Army employees get access to a variety of different benefits, to see what benefits you would be eligible for please check the job pack linked below.
WeCare – Provides access to a 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programmes, counselling and wellbeing support.
LifeWorks – LifeWorks allows employees to access ‘employee perks’ which supplies exclusive discounts, cashback, gift cards and cinema deals.
Cycle to Work Scheme – CycleScheme allows you to purchase a new bike and accessories through Church Army. With no upfront payment it can save you 25% – 39% with tax-effective monthly repayments.
Specsavers Eye Tests – Employees who habitually use display screen equipment for their job, will be eligible for an eye test voucher with Specsavers.
Annual Leave: 198 Hours inclusive of bank holidays (25 days per year, plus bank holiday, FTE)
For more information on this role please refer to the Job Pack attached.
Closing Date: 29/07/24
Interviews: w/c 12/08/24
Closing Date: 29/07/24
Interviews: w/c 12/08/24
We want everyone everywhere to encounter God’s love and be empowered to transform their communities through faith shared in words and action.
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Head of Creative Services
£58,000 - £65,000 pa
City of London E1 8QS and we are a hybrid working organisation
This role is offered on a hybrid contract giving you the opportunity to also work from home three days a week.
Purpose of job:
As the Head of Creative Services, you will be pivotal in establishing the smooth operation of our Production Directorate. Reporting to the Creative Director, you will collaborate with department heads and other senior stakeholder across the organisation to develop and implement project management and content workflows across teams to enable the team to deliver work effectively.
Once creative ideas are envisioned and agreed upon, you will lead the team in creating the roadmap for implementation. Your role entails developing, training, and assimilating a team of Creatives and Producers into a new operating model capable of developing, managing, and delivering a range of content year-round. This will involve collaborating with project teams across departments to ensure Producers can successfully deliver large, complex content projects, as well as several small to mid-size projects. The primary focus will be for Producers to work across a range of channels and formats (e.g., digital, broadcast, social etc.), creating a system that empowers Producers to work on multiple campaigns and deliver several content projects concurrently. You will lead on delegating tasks and mapping out internal resources, budgets, timelines, and all major details to enable the production team to deliver content on time and within budget.
Your responsibilities also include ensuring that production activities align with our strategic vision, fostering a harmonious and efficient process for the production team to thrive. By instilling order within the team's processes, you will significantly contribute to fostering efficiency and accountability across the wider organisation.
Key responsibilities:
• Implement robust project management processes to ensure the efficient workflow in content delivery. This entails responding to briefs from our Strategy Directorate (Fundraising, Funding, and Corporate Partnerships), who set the strategic direction, objectives, and target audiences. You will support our Production team to address various aspects of these briefs, including conceptual work, video content such as appeal films, photography, shoots, design assets, digital content, and more.
• Continuously improve, streamline and assess best processes and ways of working to seamlessly deliver content on time and within budget.
• Oversee the production of all shoots and content activations, implementing a critical path, and ensuring alignment with the Strategy Directorates and the vision of the creative teams.
• Co-create, build, and maintain the planning roadmap and critical paths (including sign-off processes) for the production team, aligning priorities with departmental budget and strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with production teams and department leads in Legal, HR, and Assurance to establish processes aligned with the Production Directorate's workflows and requirements.
• Oversee paperwork processes, including contract management, safeguarding paperwork, legal documentation, and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with regulations and organisational standards.
• The role involves directly managing and strategic planning of production teams while also overseeing resource allocation for creative and production teams, which encompass creatives, designers, editors, and producers.
• Work closely with other department heads to implement traffic management systems, ensuring producers, creatives, and production teams are adequately resourced for optimal performance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop training programs and materials aimed at enhancing Producers' skills in managing content creation across multi-channel campaigns.
• Demonstrate an excellent understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) principles, integrating them into creative processes and outputs.
• Strategically build and nurture relationships with external collaborators and freelancers who share our commitment to DEIB and our mission for change.
• Stay informed on industry best practices and emerging trends in integrated marketing and production management to continuously improve operational processes and training initiatives.
Person specification
Essential criteria
· This role requires both creative and technical skills as well as human-centred people expertise. You should be expert in integrated marketing communication tools and techniques, but also expert at stakeholder management, as you will serve as the liaison for senior stakeholders within Strategy and within the production teams.
· Extensive and demonstrable experience in department and team management, as well as training & development.
· Proven strategic experience in implementing efficient content production workflows for complex integrated cross-media campaigns, such as video, broadcast, digital, event, activations, podcasts, multi-screen shows, and others.
· Experience specifically with implementing processes that have directly enhanced team efficiencies and who has led teams through change and transformation.
· Possess an in-depth understanding and awareness of the training needs required for producers to effectively manage content within campaigns across various channels.
· Previous experience working in a creative agency or production company, with a solid understanding of production operations.
· Expert in project management tools and techniques, with a focus on time and resource management.
· Strong mentorship and coaching skills, with the ability to upskill Producers and empower them to take on more complex projects.
· Excellent knowledge of budget management principles, with the ability to balance financial constraints with creative requirements.
· Demonstrable experience of managing varying production logistics and implementing forward planning techniques, including resource allocation and scheduling
· Solid experience of high-level relationship development with institutional donors and/or global foundation
· Proven experience of negotiating and managing £multimillion, multi-faceted funding partnerships in the voluntary sector
· A knowledge of the NGO funding landscape
· Exceptional communication, networking, influencing and persuading skills.
· Building and sustaining effective working relationships both internally and externally
Desirable criteria
· Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to find creative solutions to lastminute issues and challenges.
· Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
· Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
· Extensive experience in paperwork management, including contract administration and compliance documentation.
· Experience of securing partnerships with institutions and/or large global foundations
· Experience of developing funding propositions with impact and funding teams
· Knowledge of the impact of poverty on vulnerable people in the UK and around the world
Perks and benefits:
· Flexible working hours
· Work from home option
· Life Insurance
· Wellness programs
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
· Paid emergency leave
· Sabbatical Opportunities
· Professional development
· Mentoring/coaching
· Paid volunteer days
· Payroll giving
· Salary sacrifice
· Team social events
· Extracurricular clubs
· Cycle to work scheme
· Free fruit
To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online.
Closing: 11:55pm, 4th Aug 2024 BST
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Comic Relief we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Why work at Comic Relief
There are lots of good reasons to join us at Comic Relief. You can read more about our employee benefits, such as our commitment to flexible and hybrid working. We ask staff to come to the office twice a week, normally on agreed team days, so that we can do all those things that are difficult to do online. Our office is based in Whitechapel, London,
There are lots of opportunities to develop your skills and experience at Comic Relief, including opportunities to become a Mental Health First Aider or to participate in our Employee Network Groups that focus on making Comic Relief a more inclusive place to work.
Disability Confident Employer
As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we take positive action by providing first-round interviews to candidates who have a registered disability, provided they meet the minimum criteria for the role, as demonstrated on their CV and application questions.
Production Assistant
£26,658 - £29,290 pa
City of London E1 8QS and we are a hybrid working organisation
This role is offered on a hybrid contract giving you the opportunity to also work from home three days a week.
Purpose of job:
Comic Relief are looking for a Production Assistant to join their Production Directorate of talented Storytellers, Producers and Creatives. The Production Directorate supports the rest of the organisation (namely, Strategy, Funding, Fundraising and Partnerships Departments) to deliver outstanding creative content, taking strategic briefs and helping bring them to life through creativity, authenticity, and compelling storytelling. Across multiple campaigns of varying sizes throughout the year, the Production Directorate ideates, produces, and delivers cross platform-content using the power of humour and popular culture to engage people to help others, to raise money to support organisations working towards a just world free from poverty.
The Production Assistant will be a key support role to the entire Production function. Reporting to the Senior Production Manager, this role helps facilitate all Production needs, to enable the smooth and efficient delivery of outstanding creative content to both internal and external stakeholders. The Production Assistant will support with pre-production planning, scoping and logistics, maintaining workflows across the teams by keeping key internal systems updated. Supporting to keep the wider team functioning at optimum levels with administrative tasks and reporting to enhance and shape future capabilities. This role will support content delivery across broadcast, digital, social channels as well as copy and design.
This is an exciting opportunity to get involved with a dynamic team, we are looking for someone eager to explore all possibilities within creative trends, an individual with their finger eagerly on the pulse of pop culture.
Key responsibilities:
Production:
· Production logistics to include research and booking of travel, accommodation, call sheets and schedules for both UK and International recces and shoots
· Supporting with international Fixers, Producers and Directors
· Acquiring filming permissions and press accreditations
· Outsourcing kit for UK and International shoots and arranging hire/agreements
· Supporting with float & expenses (requesting float, reconciling float and credit cards)
· Maintaining production & edit schedules
· Managing consent forms (digital and hard copy) – logging, scanning, filing, and updating database with precision and accuracy
· Logging and processing music clearances (commercial and BBC Fastclear)
· Supporting with archive licences
· Supporting with content/asset management and updating database systems
· Support with deliverables in and out from/to CR/BBC/Production Companies. Post-production paperwork. Outsourcing translations
Administrative:
· Support with internal communications and external relationships
· Supporting with weekly/monthly team meetings
· Supporting PM with contracting and onboarding freelancers
· Supporting PM with Diversity and carbon efficiency monitoring
· Managing Production Contact Bible
· Troubleshooting with administrative tasks
Person specification
Essential criteria
· Good understanding of all stages of production and cross-platform delivery
· Extremely organised, methodical and detail-oriented with a desire to work within streamlined operational processes
· Competent at multi-tasking, progressing any number of tasks simultaneously
· Competent at word, excel, PowerPoint
· Ability to work proactively and effectively as part of a busy multi-disciplinary team
· Able to adapt to evolving internal and external processes
· Strong communicator via a variety of platforms such as email, phone and in person
Desirable criteria
· A flexible approach to collaborative working
· Experience working within a fluid production environments
· Experience with processing music clearances
Perks and benefits:
· Flexible working hours
· Work from home option
· Life Insurance
· Wellness programs
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
· Paid emergency leave
· Sabbatical Opportunities
· Professional development
· Mentoring/coaching
· Paid volunteer days
· Payroll giving
· Salary sacrifice
· Team social events
· Extracurricular clubs
· Cycle to work scheme
· Free fruit
To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online.
Closing: 11:55pm, 5th Aug 2024 BST
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Comic Relief we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Why work at Comic Relief
There are lots of good reasons to join us at Comic Relief. You can read more about our employee benefits, such as our commitment to flexible and hybrid working. We ask staff to come to the office twice a week, normally on agreed team days, so that we can do all those things that are difficult to do online. Our office is based in Whitechapel, London,
There are lots of opportunities to develop your skills and experience at Comic Relief, including opportunities to become a Mental Health First Aider or to participate in our Employee Network Groups that focus on making Comic Relief a more inclusive place to work.
Disability Confident Employer
As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we take positive action by providing first-round interviews to candidates who have a registered disability, provided they meet the minimum criteria for the role, as demonstrated on their CV and application questions.
Tender is an arts charity working with children and young people to prevent domestic abuse and sexual violence through creative projects. Our programmes are safe, enjoyable, age-appropriate spaces where young people can engage with sensitive topics and “rehearse” for real-life scenarios. Participants are encouraged to be both consumers and producers of learning through script-work, role-play and creative media such as films and art. Throughout, we enable young people to explore their choices, rights and expectations in relationships and to recognise the early warning signs of abuse.
We have grown rapidly in recent years, and now have an exciting and varied programme of work which is funded from a wide range of sources. We have long-standing, high-value relationships with organisations such as the Mayor’s Office, Esmée Fairbairn and Clifford Chance, and continue to grow our income from a range of supporters from trusts, foundations, corporates, individuals and community fundraisers.
We now have a need for an Officer to work closely with the Development Director and CEO in developing our corporate income stream, building on strong, established corporate partnerships and developing new ones, to generate both earned income and corporate donations. You will also work closely with our Corporate Advisory Board, which includes a diverse, ambitious group of professionals who are supporting us to maximise our corporate income stream. This role will involve a diverse range of work, from identifying prospects, creating compelling funding approaches and workforce training pitches, through to successfully managing relationships with corporate partners.
The main purposes of the Development Officer role are:
- Working with the Development team to collectively achieve annual fundraising targets exceeding £2m per year
- Selling workplace training and donation opportunities to corporate partners across a range of industries, but in particular the legal and financial services sectors
- Supporting the CEO and Development Director to increase Tender’s workplace training delivery in order to achieve income targets through sales
- Contributing to applications and events in support of fundraising from other sources
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Grants and Trusts Fundraiser: Shape the Future of Fair Trade
Are you passionate about international development and fair trade? Do you have a knack for securing grants and building relationships with trusts and foundations? Shared Interest Foundation is looking for a talented Grants and Trusts Fundraiser to join our team and make a real difference in the world of ethical finance.
Location: Remote (expenses paid for visiting office circa once a month)
Salary: £35,000-40,000 pro rata
Hours: Part-time, 3 days per week (flexible scheduling available)
As our new Grants and Trusts Fundraiser, you'll play a crucial role in supporting fair trade producers and businesses across the globe.
Here's what we offer:
- A chance to contribute to positive social impact through ethical finance
- Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle
- 25 days annual leave (pro rata) + bank holidays
- Generous pension scheme
- Professional development opportunities
About the Role:
In this exciting position, you'll be responsible for developing and implementing our fundraising strategy, focusing on trusts, foundations, and grant-making bodies. Your expertise will help us secure vital funding to support our mission of alleviating poverty through ethical trade.
Key Responsibilities:
- Create a diverse and sustainable fundraising portfolio
- Identify and approach new funding partners in the UK and internationally
- Craft compelling funding applications and cases for support
- Manage relationships with existing and potential donors
- Collaborate with our team to develop innovative projects for funding
What You'll Bring:
- Experience securing income from trusts and foundations
- Excellent writing skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and negotiation abilities
- Proficiency in managing budgets and financial targets
- A passion for fair trade and international development
About Shared Interest Foundation:
We're a unique organisation dedicated to providing financial services and business support to fair trade producers and buyers. Our work helps create sustainable livelihoods for communities worldwide. By joining our team, you'll be part of a close-knit, motivated group of professionals working towards a common goal.
Career Development:
As a Grants and Trusts Fundraiser, you'll have opportunities to enhance your skills, attend industry events, and grow your professional network. We're committed to supporting your career progression within our organisation.
Are you ready to use your fundraising skills to make a global impact? Apply now to become our new Grants and Trusts Fundraiser and help shape the future of fair trade!
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
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ROLE SUMMARY
We are looking for a creative, engaging and resourceful Administrator who can support the Youth Engagement Team at Ocean Generation to deliver our brand of Ocean Intelligence to young people across the globe. The successful candidate will be instrumental in our aim to inspire thousands of young people to engage in Ocean action.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
General Admin:
• Supporting with the day-to-day tasks of the Youth Engagement Team, including managing the youth inbox, booking co-working space, sourcing and purchasing materials, generating certificates for participants, etc.
• Managing the team project plans via Monday and team events calendar to ensure the smooth running of all events.
• Building new contact lists for potential partnerships to widen our reach and maintaining current database.
• Supporting the Youth Engagement Lead in the training of Interns
• Improving current processes to be more streamlined and increase team productivity
Marketing and Promotion:
• Designing content on Canva to ensure that all Youth Engagement materials are up-to-date and on brand
• Updating content on websites and platforms when required
• Uploading Youth Engagement content to YouTube
Monitoring and Evaluation:
• Collating partner feedback through Typeform and Mentimeter to inform future developments of all Youth Engagement Programmes
• Assisting in impact tracking
Event Support:
• On the ground support assisting in the running of stalls and youth engagement activities at large scale events across the UK, engaging young people in fun and informative Ocean-themed activities and challenges
ABOUT OCEAN GENERATION:
Established in 2009 by film producer Jo Ruxton, we have galvanised a growing wave of change by exposing the threat of plastic pollution to our health and the health of our Ocean. Our award-winning documentary ‘A Plastic Ocean’, was named by Sir David Attenborough as “one of the most important films of our time” and ignited mass public awareness about the impact of plastic on our Ocean.
Today we address the full range of human actions threatening the Ocean with a particular focus on engaging young people.
• Our vision is a world where the Ocean is freed from human threats.
• Our mission is to bring the Ocean to everyone, everywhere.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Essential:
•Analytical: proven ability to improve systems and processes
•Microsoft whizz: advanced level knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Forms, etc.)
•Well organised and able to manage several tasks in a variety of projects simultaneously, keeping accurate notes and completing follow up actions
•Excellent communication skills: comfortable speaking in public, can quickly connect with people to establish positive relationships, presents information clearly
•Self-motivated and able to work autonomously, using own initiative, when necessary
•A passion for the natural world and our Ocean!
Desirable:
• Familiarity with Typeform, Mentimeter, Canva, Wordpress, Monday dot com
• Experience of working in remote or hybrid teams
Salary: £12,500 per annum (£25k pro rata)
Contract Type: This will be a part-time, 12 month Fixed Term Contract (with the possibility of extension). 2.5 days a week (to be worked Mondays to Thursdays – exact days to be determined with successful candidate)
Please note, proof of the right to work in the UK will be required.We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, so successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide two references.
HOW TO APPLY
Submit your CV and a brief cover letter (max 500 words), explaining why you feel you suit this role.
Deadline for applications: 9am Monday 5th August
Interviews: Monday 12th and Tuesday 13th August (N.B. there will also be a pre-interview task to complete)
Submit your CV and a brief cover letter (max 500 words), explaining why you feel you suit this role.
Deadline for applications: 9am Monday 5th August
Interviews: Monday 12th and Tuesday 13th August (N.B. there will also be a pre-interview task to complete)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job title: Internal Communications and Engagement Manager
Salary: £39,488 per annum
Location: London, E1 (Hybrid)
Contract/Hours: Permanent, Full Time (35 hours)
Fairtrade Foundation are recruiting for a Internal Communications and Engagement Manager to play a critical role in refreshing our approach to internal communications.
This role is a new one for Fairtrade Foundation, and will focus on strengthening connections through ensuring consistent and effective communication within the organisation. The successful candidate will be essential in developing and implementing communication strategies that engage and inform internal stakeholders. This position serves as a bridge between leadership and staff; promoting transparency, a cohesive work culture and a deep understanding of the organisations strategic ambitions.
You will be a natural storyteller, with an ability to articulate what can be complex information and requirements to a wide range of different audiences in an engaging and accessible manner. You will have a passion for creativity, a deep understanding of discretion and confidentiality and be a team player who brings a positive and can-do attitude. You will bring our organisaiton and brand to life internally, helping to ensure that the Fairtrade Foundation is an organization that colleagues feel excited and proud to work for.
This is a diverse and varied role which will operate in a fast-paced environment where being solution-focused is a pre-requisite.
Fairtrade changes the way trade works through better prices, decent working conditions and a fairer deal for farmers and workers around the world.
Globally, across all Fairtrade members, we share a vision of a world in which all farmers and workers can enjoy secure and sustainable livelihoods, fulfil their potential and decide on their future. To achieve this we connect disadvantaged farmers and workers with consumers, promote fairer trading conditions, and empower farmers and workers to combat poverty, strengthen their position and take more control of their lives.
Fairtrade is a global movement with a strong and active presence in the UK, represented by the Fairtrade Foundation. Farmers and workers have a strong voice at every level of Fairtrade, from how they invest in and run their local organisations to having an equal say in Fairtrade’s global decision-making.
We are seeking passionate and enthusiastic candidates who share our vision for a better world, if that sounds like you, then come and join our movement for change.
The Fairtrade Foundation is an equal opportunities employer, offers flexible working and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
We particularly welcome applications from candidates with ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQ+ candidates and from candidates with disabilities, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to greater results for producers and farmers around the world.
Closing date: Friday 2nd August 2024 at 9.00am
Interviews will take place on Thursday 8th August 2024
Contract: Permanent
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job title: Senior Project Manager
Salary: £48,456 per annum (Non-negotiable)
Location: London, E1 (hybrid working)
Contract/Hours: full time, 35 hours per week.
Benefits
- 33 days of holidays including bank holidays plus Christmas office closure.
- Option to buy or sell holiday days.
- Generous pension scheme of up to 10% employer contribution.
- Bike loan scheme for the purchase of a new bike.
- LinkedIn Learning with an extensive number of courses available.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
Fairtrade Foundation are recruiting for a Senior Project Manager to play a critical role in supporting the Strategy & Planning team, a small, talented group responsible for strategic planning and implementation, design and project management of critical strategic initiatives and the delivery of organizational governance ensuring regulatory compliance. As we begin to approach the end of our current strategy in 2025, and look to shape our next strategic cycle beginning in 2026, it is an exciting, pivotal time to join the Fairtrade Foundation.
The role will be responsible for provide project management expertise and leadership across Fairtrade Foundation on a variety of strategic initiatives in line with organisational requirements, and to project manage a portfolio of projects dictated by business need on an annual and multi-year basis.
This role will suit somebody ambitious, able to work in a very fast paced environment with an excellent ability to remain outcome focused. Project management needs to be your passion, and you should be highly adept at stakeholder management and visual, written and verbal communication. You need to be comfortable working in an environment where project management practices are not widely embedded, and be excited by the opportunity to bring your expertise.
Fairtrade changes the way trade works through better prices, decent working conditions and a fairer deal for farmers and workers around the world.
Globally, across all Fairtrade members, we share a vision of a world in which all farmers and workers can enjoy secure and sustainable livelihoods, fulfil their potential and decide on their future. To achieve this we connect disadvantaged farmers and workers with consumers, promote fairer trading conditions, and empower farmers and workers to combat poverty, strengthen their position and take more control of their lives.
Fairtrade is a global movement with a strong and active presence in the UK, represented by the Fairtrade Foundation. Farmers and workers have a strong voice at every level of Fairtrade, from how they invest in and run their local organisations to having an equal say in Fairtrade’s global decision-making.
We are seeking passionate and enthusiastic candidates who share our vision for a better world, if that sounds like you, then come and join our movement for change.
The Fairtrade Foundation is an equal opportunities employer, offers flexible working and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
We particularly welcome applications from candidates with ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQ+ candidates and from candidates with disabilities, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to greater results for producers and farmers around the world.
Closing date: 9 August 2024 (10am)
Interviews will take place 20 August 2024
Contract: Permanent
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job title: Senior Policy Manager
Salary: £48,456 per annum (Non-negotiable)
Location: London, E1 (hybrid working)
Contract/Hours: Full time 35 hours, Permanent
Benefits
- 33 days of holidays including bank holidays plus Christmas office closure.
- Option to buy or sell holiday days.
- Generous pension scheme of up to 10% employer contribution.
- Bike loan scheme for the purchase of a new bike.
- LinkedIn Learning with an extensive number of courses available.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
Are you keen to use your policy and advocacy skills to make a difference to the lives of Fairtrade farmers and workers around the world?
The Fairtrade Foundation is recruiting for a Senior Policy Manager to join our Public Affairs and Media Relations team and lead key policy and advocacy workstreams.
You’ll have great understanding of poverty reduction, human rights and environmental sustainability issues, and of how to influence government policy in these areas. You’ll have a strong understanding, in particular, of parliamentary processes and experience of working with MPs and parliamentary groups to influence Government policy. And you will be excellent at building strong relationships with a range of other actors including: senior policy makers, NGOs and businesses, and developing effective advocacy strategies that are based on priorities articulated by Fairtrade farmers and workers.
It’s an exciting time to join the Fairtrade Foundation – this year we are celebrating 30 years of the FAIRTRADE Mark in the UK. Fairtrade Foundation is a passionate and ambitious development organisation committed to tackling poverty and injustice through trade. We are best known as the independent, not-for-profit body behind the FAIRTRADE Mark, a product label assuring consumers that their purchase helps disadvantaged farmers and workers in developing countries secure a better deal.
At Fairtrade we are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children & vulnerable adults in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work within this environment are recruited to work for us.
A DBS check is required for this role
Fairtrade is a movement for change that works directly with businesses, consumers and campaigners to make trade deliver for farmers and workers.
Fairtrade is a global movement with a strong and active presence in the UK, represented by the Fairtrade Foundation.
The international Fairtrade system (of which the Fairtrade Foundation is a member) works on behalf of farmers and workers to drive sustainable livelihoods, empower producers and workers, and make trade fair.
The Fairtrade Foundation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community
Closing date: Tuesday 6th August, 9am.
First round interviews are currently expected to take place w/c 12th August.
We may require a second round of interviews for a smaller number of candidates. If so, these are expected to take place w/c 2nd September.
Contract: Full time, Permanent
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Volunteer: Fixed term contract (18 months)
Hybrid: Turn2us Edinburgh Hub & homeworking
Closing Date: 9:00am, 19th Aug 2024 BST
Join the Turn2us Edinburgh Trust Committee and Make a Difference!
About us: Turn2us is a national charity tackling poverty and the structural causes of financial insecurity. We work with co-producers and partners to provide people in financial crisis with the means and agency to get back on their feet, build resilience, move forward with their lives and thrive. The Turn2us Edinburgh Trust focuses on improving financial insecurity in Edinburgh.
End Poverty 2030: In 2020, the Edinburgh Poverty Commission published "A Just Capital - Actions to End Poverty," the largest inquiry into poverty in any Scottish local authority. The City of Edinburgh Council has committed to ending poverty by 2030. We are dedicated to playing a key role in this mission, having committed to invest £5 million to increase our impact in Edinburgh. In the last financial year, we provided over £740,000 in grants to more than 600 people.
While grants offer crucial support, we believe systemic change is essential for long-term solutions. Our work focuses on developing effective local actions and investments designed with community input. We also provide tools for accessing benefits and grants through our online and helpline services. We challenge the systems that necessitate our programmes, aiming for long-term change.
Membership of the Committee: The Edinburgh Trust Committee ensures Edinburgh voices are represented and provides scrutiny and assurance to the Turn2us Board. Currently, the Trust is chaired by a Turn2us Trustee and includes two other Trustees, two members appointed by the City of Edinburgh Council (including the Lord Provost), and one independent member.
Opportunity: We are now looking to appoint two more independent members to join us during this exciting time of change. We would like these members to be Experts by Experience - individuals who have lived experience of financial insecurity.
Role of the Committee: The Committee oversees the Trust’s performance and strategic plan implementation; monitors and evaluates programme outcomes and recommends new initiatives; reviews the Trust’s strategy and policies regularly; increases the profile and reach of the Trust; provides local knowledge and experience.
Term: This is an 18-month pilot, with the possibility of reappointment for an additional term, for up to three years. The committee position is unpaid, but expenses are covered. Participation in Lived Experience in Governance Advisory Panel meetings is paid at Turn2us co-production rate of £84/day.
Time commitment: 3 x 3 hours committee meetings per year. 3 x Lived Experience in Governance Advisory Panel meetings. With preparation time, including for example pre-reading of materials and post-meeting follow up actions, this commitment should not exceed 6 days per year.
Skills and Attributes:
We encourage you to apply if you have two or more of the following:
- Live in Edinburgh
- Have experienced poverty or inequality and can use that experience to help find solutions
- Stay informed about poverty-related issues
- Have worked with Edinburgh residents facing poverty or inequality
- Committed to fairness and equality
- Know about the voluntary sector and have connections with other anti-poverty groups in Edinburgh
- Familiar with local resources and community support in Edinburgh
- Have experience in community work, engagement, or activism in Edinburgh
- Committed to being accountable to the people of Edinburgh
We encourage you to apply even if you don't have previous governance experience. Support and training will be provided to help you succeed in this role.
How to Apply: Interested? Please apply on the Applied website
Then, the next steps will be:
- You will then be asked to submit personal details including diversity data. All diversity data will be treated as confidential. Those involved in the selection process will NOT have access to it. The information given by candidates will be solely used for the purpose of improving the recruitment process.
- As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete some questions which are linked to the requirements of the role. These will be blind-reviewed, and the scoring of these will determine whether you move forward in the process.
The closing date for applications is 19th August 2024 at 09:00AM
We look forward to hearing from you! Join us and help create a brighter future for Edinburgh residents!
Turn2us is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from members of all communities. It is committed to equality of opportunity, inclusion and diversity. We encourage and welcome applications from all parts of the community regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Turn2us wants to enable an environment where everyone is kept safe from harm and can thrive. We are committed to safeguarding everyone involved in our charity and the work we do. You can read a safeguarding policy on the Turn2us website.
About the role
The Development Manager is a new and important role at The NewBridge Project, which will support the effective management of fundraising and reporting across our work.
You will support the development and implementation of a fundraising strategy and evaluation framework, and work alongside a small and committed staff team to understand, evaluate and champion our work through compelling written reports and applications to new funders.
We are keen to meet candidates who share NewBridge’s values and commitments to working in solidarity with and supporting the artists and communities around us, who understand the importance of evaluation in meeting requirements of funders/partners, and as a way to learn, build on our work to date, and tell the story of what we do.
We are looking for a highly organised, proactive, and dedicated individual, who can work with us to nurture and develop relationships with funders and partners. You’ll have direct or transferable experience across fundraising, reporting, evaluation and budget management, and be excited about working in an artist and community-led space/environment.
We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply who have experience and skills that would support you to do this role.
About The NewBridge Project
The NewBridge Project is an active artist-led community that supports artists, curators and communities through the provision of space for creative practice and an ambitious artist-led programme of exhibitions, commissions, artist development and events.
Our programme builds solidarity with the people around us, and is community-centred, experimental, collaborative and socially conscious at its heart. We work with our studio members, the wider artistic community and our neighbours to create a programme that responds to their needs and those of the local environment.
Main tasks and responsibilities
Fundraising
- Work closely with the Director and Programme Director to oversee the review, development and delivery of our fundraising strategy.
- Undertake research to identify potential new sources of funding from a variety of sources.
- Support and where appropriate lead on the writing of funding applications for core and project funding.
- Develop written case for support documents (such as case studies, needs-based analysis) that can be used for a variety funding applications.
- Input into the development and ongoing review of an ethical fundraising policy, in line with NewBridge’s values and ethos
- Work closely with the Director, Programme Director, and external evaluators, to embed and implement an evaluation framework into all strands of NewBridge’s work.
Funding Management & Reporting
- Oversee NewBridge’s obligations to funders and partners, through the production and submission of reports across multiple grant/reporting platforms. At present this includes:
- Arts Council England
- Newcastle University
- Newcastle Culture Investment Fund
- North East Combined Authority - Skills for Growth Project (see more detail below).
- Manage and update reporting and evaluation timelines, working with staff to ensure we meet external deadlines.
- Manage, update and prepare up to date budgets for funders and partners when necessary.
- Write reports on progress/delivery for funders and partners, that demonstrate impact and progress against outlined objectives
- Work with Communications Producer and relevant staff to ensure funders and partners are correctly credited across communication platforms and public spaces where appropriate.
Management of North East Combined Authority Reporting & Operations.
- Lead on quarterly and annual reporting for North East Combined Authority, this will include:
- Processing quarterly financial claims
- Revising budget/cashflow on quarterly basis
- Submitting written progress report, and updates on key performance indicators and milestones
- Work with project partners Newcastle University, including;
- Preparation for bi-monthly steering group meetings and monthly operations group meetings, including:
- Scheduling and set up for in-person, hybrid and online meetings
- Taking and sharing meeting minutes and follow-up actions from above meetings
- Leading on the assembly and dissemination of papers for meetings.
- Gather necessary information from university to be inputted into reports/evaluation.
Monitoring and Evaluation
- Work in collaboration with team at NewBridge to capture qualitative and quantitative data on audiences, participants and collaborators (including social impact reporting, equalities and diversity monitoring, environmental impact, and audience data).
- Lead on evaluation administration, including review and implementation of systems for recording data/feedback and completing data entry.
- Attend events and activity at NewBridge in order to support with monitoring and evaluation.
- Work with external evaluators where applicable – at present this includes working with Ortus Economic Research to evaluate our North East Combined Authority Skills for Growth project.
Skills and experience we are looking for
We don’t expect people to have direct experience of everything on the job overview – we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply who have direct and transferrable skills and experience that would support you to do this role. If you have other skills, passions or strengths that would make you well suited to the role, but which aren’t included in the list below, please tell us about them in your application.
EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Experience in developing and writing successful fundraising applications in art, culture and/or community settings
- Experience of collating information and writing reports for funders, partners, team members and/or stakeholders
- Experience or understanding of managing relationships with funders.
- Experience in monitoring and evaluation, and using this information to communicate outputs, impact and value to varied audiences and stakeholders.
- Experience of managing extensive or high-level budgets and monitoring progress
- Experience in role/s with similar or transferrable areas of responsibility.
Desirable
- Experience in devising evaluation frameworks and reporting systems.
- Experience in writing and implementing fundraising strategies.
SKILLS
Essential
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to show initiative, work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
- Good level of computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel and able to learn quickly when using online platforms and systems.
- Ability to work as part of a small, committed and mutually supportive team – working collectively toward shared aims, objectives and values.
- Ability to build and nurture strong relationships with individuals.
- Exceptional written communication skills, with the ability to adapt style and writing to different audiences, funders, partners etc.
- Ability to use data and evaluation information to tell a compelling story to evidence impact and a case for support.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- A good listener, who can communicate with a range of people
- Friendly and welcoming manner
- Organised and methodical in your approach to work
- Motivated and enthused by NewBridge’s work, values and aims
- Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, environmental sustainability and social justice.
A space for production & presentation of art, that contributes to a vibrant, inclusive region where artists & communities can live, work & learn.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you looking for an impactful role where you can lead marketing and communications initiatives across Asia Pacific and Latin America, helping to drive positive change in farm animal welfare? Join Compassion in World Farming International in our mission to transform the global food industry and make a lasting difference. As the Marketing and Communications Manager for Asia Pacific & Latin America at Compassion in World Farming, you'll lead strategic initiatives to help end the use of caged systems and promote sustainable farming.
About us:
Compassion in World Farming International was founded in 1967 in England by Peter Roberts, a British farmer who became concerned by the development of intensive factory farming. Over 50 years ago, Peter decided to make a difference and take a stand against this farming system. In his lifetime, Peter saw the demise of barren battery cages, veal crates and gestation crates in the UK, and in Europe achieved recognition that animals are sentient beings.
Compassion in World Farming is the leading international farm animal welfare charity, campaigning to improve the lives of millions of farm animals through advocacy, lobbying for legislative change, and positive engagement with the global food industry. Our established international Food Business programme aims to drive transformational change for animal welfare enabled by a reduction in the reliance on animals sourced foods and a shift towards regenerative farming. The Food Business team operates in Europe, the US, China and APAC LATAM, and more globally through the supply chains of our corporate partners.
About the role:
As our Marketing and Communications Manager, you’ll help build the strategic vision for helping to influence the global food industry. As part of this exciting position, you'll spearhead vibrant marketing and communications strategies across Asia Pacific and Latin America, championing the end of caged systems and promoting sustainable farming practices. Your responsibilities will include proactive and reactive PR, content management, event coordination, supplier oversight, and budget management. As our Marketing and Communications Manager (Asia Pacific & Latin America) you’ll collaborate closely with the Head of Food Business APAC LATAM and regional teams, ensuring transparency through regular reporting on achievements.
About you:
We're seeking an exceptional candidate for the role of Marketing and Communications Manager (Asia Pacific & Latin America), at CIWF, who brings with them a proven track record in developing impactful strategies, especially in digital and social media.
To succeed in the role of Marketing and Communications Manager (Asia Pacific & Latin America), you will need to have previous experience in demonstrating a proficiency in devising impactful strategies, particularly within the domains of digital and social media. You’ll have a proficiency in English, complemented by skills in languages such as Thai or Japanese, is not essential, but is advantageous. You’ll have to have strong interpersonal and communication skills, coupled with a sophisticated grasp of budget management and a genuine dedication to farm animal welfare. Previous skills and qualifications encompass an advanced degree or pertinent experience in PR, marketing, or communications.
Join us on a collective mission to shape a compassionate future for farm animals worldwide, while experiencing a workplace that truly cares for you:
• Enjoy an enhanced annual leave of 25 days per year, along with bank holidays *
• Free onsite parking at HQ
• Optional savings schemes * Embrace a fulfilling career that prioritises your well-being, while also enjoying Excellent Development opportunities
• Hybrid working model
• A defined Contribution Pension Scheme
Applications:
Cutoff date: 9th August 2024
1st Stage Interviews: W/C 19th August 2024
Please complete the online application form to upload your CV and a covering letter outlining how you meet the Person Specification detailed in the job description.
Please note that we reserve the right to commence interviews on a rolling programme.
Compassion in World Farming is absolutely committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background. We value diversity and live experience and acknowledge the underrepresentation of people from certain backgrounds, both within our organisation and across the sector. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, whether these be of ethnicity, gender, identity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation or other.
* dependant on role and location
To comply with legal requirements, as part of our selection procedure we ask all potential employees to prove their eligibility to work in the UK.
Location: HQ based (hybrid flexible working available with at least two days in office per week)
Job Type: Full-time, fixed term contract till 31st March 2025 (with possible contract extension, subject to additional funding)
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £37,000-£42,000
You may also have experience in the following: Communications Officer, Internal Communications, CRM, Marketing Assistant, Marketing Executive, Marketing Officer, Communications Executive, Communications, Public Relations manager, PR Manager, Marketing Management etc
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Role Title: Production Specialist
Salary: Band C up to 41,949
Location: London
Tenure: Permanent
ActionAid UK is a member of the ActionAid Federation, an international charity that works with women and girls living in poverty. As part of the ActionAid Federation, we work with women and girls, our partners, and dedicated staff in 43 countries to end violence and fight poverty so that all women, everywhere, can create the future they want.
Are you a keen advocate of women and girls’ rights in emergencies?
Are you passionate about leveraging your creative talents to make a real impact in the world?
Then we'd love to hear from you!
Join ActionAid UK as a Production Specialist and be at the heart of our mission to champion women's rights and social justice.
As a Production Specialist, you will play a critical role in planning, prioritising, and scheduling our creative services. Your work will ensure all our communications reflect ActionAid’s brand, embracing our feminist, anti-racist, and decolonial principles. You'll collaborate closely with teams across the organisation, understanding their priorities and adding the unique value of the Brand and Creative team to their initiatives. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include coordinating the production of high-quality creative services, maintaining effective systems for tracking projects, and ensuring resources are used efficiently.
You’ll be the operational bridge between our internal teams and external suppliers, managing relationships to deliver outstanding creative outputs. You will also support the application of ActionAid UK’s visual identity and anti-racist storytelling approach in all communications, working alongside the Senior Visual Content Specialist and Head of Brand and Creative. Building strong working relationships within our diverse brand team, you'll ensure clear communication and efficient workflows.
Success in this role requires a commitment to ActionAid’s mission and values, including feminist principles and anti-racist practices. Your demonstrable experience in production across print and digital projects, combined with a proactive, collaborative approach and excellent attention to detail, will be essential.
We are looking for someone with experience in managing brand awareness projects, ideally within a creative agency or a women’s rights, development, or humanitarian organisation. If you have a knack for solving complex problems and delivering solutions aligned with organisational objectives, this is the role for you.
Join us at ActionAid UK and be part of a team that’s not just about producing content but creating meaningful change. Apply now to contribute to a cause that matters, working in a dynamic environment dedicated to equality and justice.
Additional Information:
Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging:
Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging are key to our organisational culture. We are on a journey to become not only an anti-racist organisation but one that proudly celebrates the diversity of all applicants and employees. We look forward to you bringing your full self to work, proudly sharing your unique perspective and helping us to shape our combined future. We especially welcome applications from those from underrepresented/marginalised communities.
AAUK is a disability Confident Committed organisation and as such any candidate that declares a disability will be shortlisted for interview if they meet the essential criteria for the role.
Referencing and Safeguarding:
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include safeguarding, criminal records and terrorism finance checks. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
ActionAid UK is committed to preventing any form of sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse (including child abuse and adult at-risk abuse) and responding robustly when these harms take place. We expect all ActionAid UK Staff and ActionAid UK Representatives to share this commitment. We will not tolerate our Staff or other representatives carrying out any form of sexual harassment, exploitation or abuse towards anyone we come into contact with through our work.
Working practices:
ActionAid is committed to supporting flexible working. If you would like to discuss flexible working options, including the possibility of a job share for this role, there will be space to do so during the interview process.
ActionAid UK has a hybrid working policy for many of our roles. The requirement will vary from team to team and the responsibilities of individual roles. As a minimum, all colleagues are expected to attend the office 12 days per year, plus additional time for induction, training, and “Company Connection days.” Some roles may require in-office attendance on all days and if so, these will clearly be marked as in-office roles.
Please note that ActionAid UK does not offer fully remote working options. We encourage you to discuss hybrid working expectations at interview.
Recruitment Processes:
Please note that ActionAid UK may review, shortlist and interview candidates prior to the closing date so we encourage all candidates to apply as soon as possible.
If we receive a very high response, we may close the vacancy early and will not accept further submissions.
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.