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We want a world where no one dies from hunger. Life-threatening hunger is predictable, preventable and treatable. Join Action Against Hunger and together we will stop it in its tracks.
Action Against Hunger is an optimistic, inspiring place to work. We want passionate and dedicated people to help build a better world. We’re a creative team made up of people with a wide range of talents, styles and expertise. But we are united in our relentless dedication to end world hunger. No challenge is too big. With you we can do it. Join us.
We are looking for an experienced Head of Finance to join our Finance Team. In this key role you will deliver a first-class finance function to the charity including business partnering, budgeting, and forecasting, management accounting, annual statutory reporting and supporting the developmentand implementation of financial strategy, change management and improving financial controls. The finance team consists of 5 members - two heads of finance, 2 business partners and a financial accountant. One business partner and the Financial Accountant will report to you while the other business partner will report to the Head of Finance International.
This is an exciting time to join our team as we embark on a journey to implement a new finance system and begin the strategic planning for the next few years. If you have the experience and the ambition to contribute to our work as a charity, we would like to hear from you.For more detailed information on the role, please download the attached pdf Job description.
Closing Date: 23 April 2024 at 23:59 Interview Date: Informal chat: w/c 29/04/2024 Interview: w/c 06/05/2024
Please read the following carefully before making your application: then all you need to do is send your CV and write a supporting statement explaining why you want the job and how your skills and experience make you the right person for the role and where you saw this vacancy.
- As a UK based position, candidates must have the right to work in the UK
- We welcome applications from all sections of the community and we encourage as broad a range of candidates as possible. If you need any additional support to help you through this process, please let us know (contact details in the job pack)
- Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will only contact shortlisted candidates, within two weeks of the closing date Unfortunately, we cannot provide individual feedback
- If you experience any technical difficulties in submitting your application, please contact the charityjob helpdesk.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
The Seafarers’ Charity has been improving the lives of those who work at sea, and their families, for over 100 years. Established in 1917 as The King George’s Fund for Sailors, to support the families of seafarers lost at sea during World War One, we support seafarers throughout their seafaring careers and beyond. We are the largest independent grant funder of maritime welfare charities – with at least £2 million in funding injected into supporting the safety and welfare of seafarers each and every year
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Office Manager to join our team on a 14 month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. You will be a highly organised, practical and friendly person to manage our office operations, the role is diverse and will suite an all-rounder who is proficient in multi-tasking and problem solving.
You will run a welcoming office for staff and guests and be encouraged to identify and work on new operational projects that will enhance the organisation. You will be central point of contact for H&S and Facilities management, proactively overseeing all aspects of facilities maintenance and managing contractor relationships.
We encourage applications from all regardless of age, sexuality, socio-economic background, disability, ethnicity, gender, religion, or beliefs. We are committed to building a culture of belonging and inclusion and this is reflected in our policies, practices, and diversity in maritime networks and supported by our inclusion as a Maritime UK Diversity Charter organisation. We are a family friendly organisation, and we encourage flexible working as we want our employees to achieve a healthy work-life balance. Currently our employees are working flexibly with 3 days per week in the office.
Benefits:
- 30 days paid holiday plus bank holidays.
- Competitive group pension scheme
- Health cash plan (HSF) or Healthcare Membership scheme (Benenden)
- Season ticket Loan
- Access to the Employee Assistance Programme
- Hybrid working options
- Death in Service Scheme
Our mission is to tackle the disadvantages of seafaring life by leading collaboration, funding and advocacy to improve seafarers’ lives.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
Holloway Road, and various locations across London boroughs
We are currently seeking a dynamic practitioner to join our adult perpetrator service, working predominately with men using violence and abuse within intimate partner and other close family relationships, and working closely alongside integrated victim/survivor support services and partner organisations.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in increasing safety for families who have been impacted by abuse and violence.
Domestic Violence Intervention Project (DVIP), a division of Richmond Fellowship since 2018, has been a leading provider of Respect accredited community perpetrator interventions working to stop domestic violence, increase safety for women and children, and reduce harm to families for over 30 years.
In your role you will need an excellent understanding of the nature of domestic abuse/violence and its effects on women and children. You will have relevant experience of providing one-to-one and/or group-work behavioural change interventions, responding robustly and supportively to challenging and harmful behaviour with adults from diverse backgrounds to reduce risk and facilitate change. You will have an excellent understanding of Safeguarding procedures and be confident working both independently and as part of a team, working closely and collaboratively alongside partner agencies such as Victim/Survivor services, Children and Families Services, Offender Management services and more.
You will have opportunity to play a key role in DVIP’s violence prevention services, working in partnerships with a range of statutory and voluntary agencies to deliver effective community responses to domestic abuse, in line with RESPECT practice standards. You will be responsible for risk-managing a caseload of domestic abuse perpetrators, delivering intensive interventions on a one-to-one basis, as well as co-delivering structured group programmes for individuals who have been abusive towards an (ex)partner or family member. You will pro-actively engage those using abuse, conduct interviews to assess risk and suitability for intervention, and coordinate with relevant professional partners to increase safety to victims and children. Day to day, you will work flexibly across a number of locations, including regular days working co-located within Local Authority Children and Families Services, Offender Management services, Substance Misuse services, Health services or other relevant or referring services. In this rewarding role you will also provide specialist DA support to other professionals working with families experiencing abuse, through provision of expert consultations and training delivery.
You will be competent and responsible to work independently and flexibly, including some evenings, within any London Borough where DVIP is contracted (predominantly South London currently), for part of the working week. You will be comfortable managing your own workload and related admin, and you will be able to communicate clearly with a range of people about sensitive and complex issues, including the writing of professional reports.
DVIP, a division of RF, actively seek to employ a workforce which reflects the diverse communities we work within, we encourage applications from individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and across all protected characteristics, applicants who speak another language fluently are particularly welcome. We additionally welcome applications from those with lived experience of domestic abuse or related challenges.
This post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Disclosure (Children & Adults).
This is a permanent full-time role requiring the post holder to work 37.5 hours per week.
To apply please visit our website via the apply button.
It is a mandatory requirement of the application process for this post that candidates submit a CV and Supporting Statement, thus only candidates that provide this, and who can demonstrate they meet the essential criteria within the person specification, will be considered for an interview. (Due to the high volume of applications, we typically receive, please be advised that unsuccessful candidates may not be notified).
The closing date for this post is 30 April 2024, however we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised date if sufficient applications are received prior.
We are committed to increasing our diversity and we would welcome applications from those with lived experience and/or who are from a BAME background.
Richmond Fellowship is part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. From 1st June 2024 Richmond Fellowship will be merging with the mental health charity Humankind to form a single organisation that provides the joined-up mental health, housing and drug and alcohol support we’ve all known has been needed for decades. In October 2024, Humankind will then be renamed to reflect the new, bigger and better organisation
Who are we?
Voice4Change England (V4CE) is a membership organisation with a vision to build a stronger and more inclusive civil society to meet the needs of BME and other disadvantaged communities by giving out grants, providing infrastructure support for the voluntary and community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector, campaigning on topical issues and policy and collaborating in groundbreaking research.
We are a small, friendly organisation looking to expand our teams over the coming months.
The role
Voice4Change England is recruiting for an Infrastructure and Development Officer who will effectively manage outreach and consultation with BME organisations and communities across London. We are looking for a proactive, motivated and outgoing person to join our Infrastructure and Development Team.
You will be passionate about social justice and addressing inequalities, can assess community needs and deliver infrastructure support addressing under-funding, and help to build sustainability and resilience in London BME groups as well as help groups develop opportunities for greater impact.
The role will be remote working with monthly meetings and project related travel across London
Main responsibilities
• Organise and deliver outreach to reach and engage BME organisations and be informed by them on needs and issues.
• Organise roadshows and other events to engage and consult with BME organisations on particular issues and themes that emerge from outreach and consultation.
• Contribute to the development of learning, advice, support and resources for BME organisations.
• Liaise with external agencies and service providers to help broker increased inclusion of BME organisations.
• Collaborate, inform and involve, as relevant, BME organisations to aid the development of this work.
• Produce reports for V4CE and funders on the impact and value of the outreach and development work
• Contribute to dissemination of the contribution of the London BME sector to increase external value and respect of its work and impact
Person specification
Education and Experience
· Knowledge of the issues and barriers faced by BME organisations and community groups
· Knowledge of individual BME organisational development needs and ability to add to this through consultation
· Knowledge of and commitment to the principles of equality and diversity
· Ability to analyse, synthesise and communicate complex issues in a clear manner
· Ability to plan and deliver training sessions
· Ability to aid capacity building and resilience by developing tools and templates suitable for groups at different stages of development
· Experience in roles involving stakeholder engagement and partnership building
· Experience of relevant infrastructure or development work (desirable)
· Experience of project and budget management (desirable)
· Knowledge of charity law and guidance (desirable)
Personal Attributes
· Self-motivated and able to use initiative
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting
· Proactive and responsive
· Strong project management skills with ability to manage diverse tasks and priorities with attention to detail and accuracy.
· Excellent interpersonal skills combined with an ability to cultivate positive relationships
· Empathetic, tactful; able to relate to people and organisations of all backgrounds and with different needs while keeping to professional boundaries
· Solid communication skills, both written and oral.
What do we offer?
Our benefits include:
- Competitive salary
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Flexible working hours
- Remote working with travel to London
- Pension with 5.5% employer contribution
- Support with professional development
How to apply
Apply by submitting your CV and supporting statement via the ‘Quick Apply’ button
Deadline: 23.59pm, 27th April 2024
Interview: Online interviews will be conducted in May 2024
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and believe that a diverse workforce brings a wide range of perspectives, ideas, and experiences, which ultimately contributes to the success of our organisation. By embracing diversity and providing equal opportunities, we believe that we can build a stronger, more innovative, and more successful team. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace for all.
If you require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process due to a disability or any other reason, please inform us, and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Who are we?
Voice4Change England (V4CE) is a membership organisation with a vision to build a stronger and more inclusive civil society to meet the needs of BME and other disadvantaged communities by giving out grants, providing infrastructure support for the voluntary and community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector, campaigning on topical issues and policy and collaborating in groundbreaking research.
We are a small, friendly organisation looking to expand our teams over the coming months.
The role
Voice4Change England is recruiting for an Infrastructure and Development Officer who will effectively manage outreach and consultation with BME organisations and communities across England. We are looking for a proactive, motivated and outgoing person to join our Infrastructure and Development Team.
You will be passionate about social justice and addressing inequalities, can assess community needs and deliver infrastructure support addressing under-funding, and help to build sustainability and resilience in BME groups as well as help groups develop opportunities for greater impact.
The role will be remote working with monthly meetings and project related travel across England.
Main responsibilities
• Organise and deliver outreach to reach and engage BME organisations and be informed by them on needs and issues.
• Organise roadshows and other events to engage and consult with BME organisations on particular issues and themes that emerge from outreach and consultation.
• Contribute to the development of learning, advice, support and resources for BME organisations.
• Liaise with external agencies and service providers to help broker increased inclusion of BME organisations.
• Collaborate, inform and involve, as relevant, BME organisations to aid the development of this work.
• Produce reports for V4CE and funders on the impact and value of the outreach and development work
• Contribute to dissemination of the contribution of the London BME sector to increase external value and respect of its work and impact
Person specification
Education and Experience
· Knowledge of the issues and barriers faced by BME organisations and community groups
· Knowledge of individual BME organisational development needs and ability to add to this through consultation
· Knowledge of and commitment to the principles of equality and diversity
· Ability to analyse, synthesise and communicate complex issues in a clear manner
· Ability to plan and deliver training sessions
· Ability to aid capacity building and resilience by developing tools and templates suitable for groups at different stages of development
· Experience in roles involving stakeholder engagement and partnership building
· Experience of relevant infrastructure or development work (desirable)
· Experience of project and budget management (desirable)
· Knowledge of charity law and guidance (desirable)
Personal Attributes
· Self-motivated and able to use initiative
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting
· Proactive and responsive
· Strong project management skills with ability to manage diverse tasks and priorities with attention to detail and accuracy.
· Excellent interpersonal skills combined with an ability to cultivate positive relationships
· Empathetic, tactful; able to relate to people and organisations of all backgrounds and with different needs while keeping to professional boundaries
· Solid communication skills, both written and oral.
What do we offer?
Our benefits include:
- Competitive salary
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Flexible working hours
- Remote working with travel to London
- Pension with 5.5% employer contribution
- Support with professional development
How to apply
Apply by submitting your CV and supporting statement via the ‘Quick Apply’ button
Deadline: 23.59pm, 27th April 2024
Interview: Online interviews will be conducted in May 2024
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and believe that a diverse workforce brings a wide range of perspectives, ideas, and experiences, which ultimately contributes to the success of our organisation. By embracing diversity and providing equal opportunities, we believe that we can build a stronger, more innovative, and more successful team. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace for all.
If you require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process due to a disability or any other reason, please inform us, and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you understand the needs of people with Dementia and their carers?
Could you provide a range of practical and emotional support to improve their knowledge about dementia and their wellbeing?
Age UK Sutton has been commissioned to run a Dementia Support service within the London Borough of Sutton. As a Dementia Adviser you will provide comprehensive, person-centred support and access to information, working closely with other Dementia Advisers and teams across the organisation.
You will work to empower both people living with Dementia and their carers, supporting them to maximise their quality of life. From diagnosis and throughout their journey you will provide access to information and support, help clients to make informed decisions and provide a consistent point of contact. You'll also help to reduce isolation and increase social inclusion by providing opportunities for peer support and raise awareness and understanding of Dementia.
This role is community based working both at our offices and across the Sutton Borough, with some working from home. Age UK Sutton strives to provide a supportive working environment for all staff and volunteers in order that they can develop personally and professionally and acquire new skills. We are a flexible employer and pride ourselves on being a family and carer friendly workplace.
For further details including a full role profile and person specification, please download our job pack.
We recognise that everyone is unique and may have particular needs during the recruitment process. Therefore if there is anything you would like to discuss in relation to that process, please contact us.
We welcome applications from all sections of the community and especially from under-represented groups.
We strive to make our recruitment process fully accessible to all applicants, including those with a disability, long term condition or anyone who may otherwise require additional support or reasonable adjustments.
An applicant’s disclosure of their disability will not disqualify nor adversely affect the candidate’s chances of being short listed or offered the post.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you understand the needs of people with Dementia and their carers?
Could you provide a range of practical and emotional support to improve their knowledge about dementia and their wellbeing?
Age UK Sutton has been commissioned to run a Dementia Support service within the London Borough of Sutton. As a Dementia Adviser you will provide comprehensive, person-centred support and access to information, working closely with other Dementia Advisers and teams across the organisation.
You will work to empower both people living with Dementia and their carers, supporting them to maximise their quality of life. From diagnosis and throughout their journey you will provide access to information and support, help clients to make informed decisions and provide a consistent point of contact. You'll also help to reduce isolation and increase social inclusion by providing opportunities for peer support and raise awareness and understanding of Dementia.
This role is community based working both at our offices and across the Sutton Borough, with some working from home. Age UK Sutton strives to provide a supportive working environment for all staff and volunteers in order that they can develop personally and professionally and acquire new skills. We are a flexible employer and pride ourselves on being a family and carer friendly workplace.
For further details including a full role profile and person specification, please download our job pack.
We recognise that everyone is unique and may have particular needs during the recruitment process. Therefore if there is anything you would like to discuss in relation to that process, please contact us.
We welcome applications from all sections of the community and especially from under-represented groups.
We strive to make our recruitment process fully accessible to all applicants, including those with a disability, long term condition or anyone who may otherwise require additional support or reasonable adjustments.
An applicant’s disclosure of their disability will not disqualify nor adversely affect the candidate’s chances of being short listed or offered the post.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.