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Islamic Relief Worldwide is an independent humanitarian and development organisation, serving humanity for over 38 years. With an active presence in over 40 countries across the globe, we strive to make the world a better and fairer place for those affected by poverty, conflicts and natural disasters.

Islamic Relief UK (IRUK) is currently recruiting for the position of ‘Campaigns and Public Affairs Coordinator’ on a permanent, full-time basis to join its Communications & Creative Content team based out of its offices in Waterloo, London. The purpose of the role is to coordinate and deliver Islamic Relief’s campaigning work, which supports the organisation’s advocacy objectives and to support the organisation’s public affairs work through the organisation and sponsorship of events. To recruit, and develop relationships with, supporters of Islamic Relief, including community activists. To drive the delivery of our advocacy messages and mobilise individuals to take actions such as attending public events, organising discussions in their community, signing petitions and contacting and meeting their elected representatives. The postholder will also identify, develop and maintain relationships with key decision-makers, working collaboratively with colleagues as well as deliver effective influencing and political campaigns at a local and national level.

The successful candidate must have or be:

• Excellent written communication skills including the ability to produce copy for a range of stakeholders
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including the ability to build and maintain coalitions.
• Strong verbal communication skills including the ability to explain complex concepts to non- specialist audiences
• Strong campaigns planning and delivery skills
• Strong project management and team coordination skills, including ability to use/produce GANTT charts and/or other planning tools
• Strong networking and people skills
• Strong budget management skills, including ability to manipulate and present data using Excel
• Skilled in using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Skilled at multi-tasking and prioritizing workloads in a busy work environment
• Skilled at negotiating with suppliers and vendors.
• Advanced knowledge of the British Muslim community including a strong understanding of the key stakeholders and representative bodies.
• Knowledge of the UK political landscape including the relation between constituents and elected representatives and the types of policy processes relevant to a humanitarian and development NGO

For more information, please click on the Documents tab above to view the full Job Description.

If you are talented, reliable, service-minded, resilient and a highly motivated professional looking for a meaningful career, with a strong commitment to IRW’s mission and values of sincerity, excellence, compassion, social justice and custodianship, please apply by completing our online application form.

For more information on the excellent company benefits we offer our employees, please visit our website.

PLEASE NOTE: Interviews are expected to take place on 20/07/2022.

Pre-employment Checks:

Any employment with Islamic Relief will be subject to the following checks:

• screening clearance
• proof of eligibility to live and work within the UK
• criminal records check
• receipt of satisfactory references

Please note, for UK-based roles, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK. We are unable to progress applications that would require sponsorship.

Our values and commitment to safeguarding

IRW is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom IRW engages. IRW expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records checks. IRW also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.

In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.

By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Applicants should be sympathetic to the values of Islamic Relief:

(Sincerity, Excellence, Compassion, Social Justice and Custodianship)

Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer

Digital Inclusion Project Coordinator
28 hours per week
£23,953 per annum, pro-rata. Actual annual salary £17,885.
Fixed-term until 30th November 2023 - Renewal subject to funding

Although the number of older people who are digitally connected continues to rise, there are still around 5 million people over the age of 55 in the UK who are not online. Age remains the biggest indicator of who's digitally excluded.

We live in an increasingly online world, with many key services moving to become 'digital first'. Since the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the role of the internet has become even more important, and for most people, this has changed the way they work, access services, maintain social contacts, and generally live their lives. While many older people have embraced digital technology, there are others who are less confident who are at risk of being left behind.

Age UK South Gloucestershire's new Digital Inclusion project looks to expand on our existing Technology Support provision and aims to deliver a programme to tackle digital exclusion by providing ongoing support for older people to increase and improve their digital skills and through the provision of loan technology to those older people without access. Being digitally included can help older people carry out the activities that matter most to them. It can help them stay connected with family and friends, find activities and support, access essential services, and remain socially connected.

As Digital Inclusion Project Coordinator, you would develop, coordinate and deliver our new digital inclusion support service for older people throughout South Gloucestershire. Duties will include establishing referral routes, publicising the service and matching the Digital Outreach Worker and Digital Champion volunteers to clients. The successful candidate will also coordinate the delivery of a Tablet Loan Scheme to increase access to technology for local older people.

If you have an advanced digital skill set, are patient, flexible, and a good communicator, and would relish the opportunity to positively impact the lives of older people, we would like to hear from you.

Age UK South Gloucestershire offers a generous benefits package, and the charity is committed to equalities, diversity and inclusion and therefore encourages applications from all sectors of the community.

If that person could be you, download an application pack from our website. Applications must be made using the form on our website, and completed application forms should be returned to us directly. Applications will not be accepted when submitted via agencies or other recruitment platforms.

Closing date: 8 am, Monday 11th July 2022
Interviews: Within three weeks of the closing date

Walking Project Coordinator
28 hours per week
£23,953 per annum, pro-rata. Actual annual salary £17,885.
Fixed-term until 30th June 2023 - Renewal subject to funding

Older people can experience barriers that prevent them from engaging in local activities and hinder them from keeping active; this may be because of a significant life event like a bereavement or periods of ill health resulting in a lack of confidence. Age UK South Gloucestershire working in partnership with Wesport is looking at reducing these barriers through walking. Walking has amazing health benefits, is accessible and is a great way to reintroduce physical activity into daily life.

This pilot group walking project is supported by local NHS Ageing Well funding under the national 'Live Longer Better' programme. The project will look to develop and support older people by introducing more physical activity to their lives through short weekly walks in areas across South Gloucestershire. We aim for these group walks to be inclusive, flexible enough to adapt to older people's lives and abilities, and act as a gateway to enjoying more regular physical activity. Group walks are appealing to people who have not taken part in exercise for some time, are nervous about walking alone or don't yet feel ready to join a Walking for Health programme, where the shortest walks are a mile long.

As the Walking Project Coordinator, you would develop, coordinate and deliver our new supported walking service for older people throughout South Gloucestershire. Duties will include building relationships with GPs across the area and establishing referral routes, publicising the service, and planning and leading walks. The successful candidate will also identify & implement a reward incentive for those engaging in walking activities.

If you have an enthusiasm for and understanding of the importance of walking for health, can motivate and engage a group, are a good communicator, and would relish the opportunity to positively impact the lives of older people, we would like to hear from you.

Age UK South Gloucestershire offers a generous benefits package, and the charity is committed to equalities, diversity and inclusion and therefore encourages applications from all sectors of the community.

If that person could be you, download an application pack from our website. Applications must be made using the form on our website, and completed application forms should be returned to us directly. Applications will not be accepted when submitted via agencies or other recruitment platforms.

Closing date: 8 am, Monday 11th July 2022
Interviews: Within three weeks of the closing date

I am thrilled to be working with an international disaster relief charity as they look for an Individual Giving Officer to join their friendly and vibrant team as they grow the reach and impact of their work. This organisation provides shelter and other aid items to families around the world who have lost their homes to disaster and conflict.

You will be joining the Individual Giving and Legacy team to help them achieve their income targets and develop their base of Individual supporters. You will work closely with the Individual Giving Manager and manage a busy and varied workload of appeals and engagement communications across a variety of traditional and digital channels.

Their office is in beautiful Truro, but this role can be worked remotely, allowing great flexibility.

You will need:

• Experience in offline and online fundraising, sales or direct marketing techniques
• Experience in monitoring and reporting against plans and budgets
• Experience in, and an understanding of, donor or customer care principles

Salary: £26,000 - £32,000
Location: Truro or Remote
Hours: 37.5
Deadline: Applications reviewed as received

If you would like to have an informal discussion please call Ashby on 02030 062787 or email [email protected]

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.

We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.

If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.

BMS World Mission is recruiting four key leadership roles, within its newly restructured Department for World Mission.

• Head of Programme - Developing Resilience (Most marginalised)
• Head of Programme - Evangelism and Discipleship (Least marginalised)
• Head of Programme - People on the Move
• Head of Programme - Capacity Strengthening and Cross-cutting (themes)

Are you a leader with experience in leading and empowering dispersed teams in diverse and complex mission contexts? Do you have a passion to see some of the most marginalised and least evangelised communities around the world experience abundant life?

Do you have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a high level of intercultural sensitivity and leadership experience? Do you also have the ability to lead teams towards collaborative, fruitful mission impact? Have you worked with or supported organisations in a variety of contexts, including in the Global South? Do you have a commitment to seeing mission from everywhere to everywhere, where the members of the Body of Christ share in mission collaboratively? And do you bring significant experience in one or more of the following areas of BMS’ mission priorities?

• Relief and/or International/Community development
• Evangelism, discipleship, and church planting
• Refugee ministry in diverse contexts
• Organisational capacity strengthening, gender justice or creation stewardship

We are looking for four individuals to take on these new and strategic roles within BMS.

Working closely with the Director for Mission, the Heads of Programme (HoPs) will take responsibility for one of BMS’ key programmatic areas of work (Most Marginalised, Least Evangelised, People on the Move) or its Capacity Strengthening and Cross-cutting themes (including gender justice and creation stewardship), while also sharing in the team leadership of the Department for World Mission.

HoPs will line manage specialist leads and oversee the management of BMS mission workers and others, within the team they are responsible for. Oversight of the programme will involve ensuring BMS delivers on its agreed strategic goals and is able to adapt to the changing missional needs of our work with partners around the world.

The successful applicant will be a committed Christian. The nature of this role means that this is a specific occupational requirement. 

Location:                Didcot, UK or within an international mission context where BMS works

Hours:                     35 hrs per week/full-time

Employment:          Permanent

Salary range:          Salary set at the national equivalent of a UK salary of £42,646-47,865 based on relative national salary levels of the relevant Global South/BMS mission context, and  increasing in periodic increments to the top of the band

Closing date:       9 am, Friday 15 July 2022

 Interview:            Planned between 21-27 July in Didcot, England

If you would like to discuss this role with the Director for Mission, Arthur Brown, please contact Elizabeth O’Brien via at BMS World Mission, Didcot to arrange a suitable time.

For full information and to download a recruitment pack, please visit our website for more details. 

Job Description

International Medical Corps UK provides emergency relief to those struck by disaster no matter where they are, no matter what the conditions, working with them to recover, rebuild and gain the skills and tools required for self reliance.

International Medical Corps (IMC) and International Medical Corps UK (IMC UK) with headquarters in the United States and the United Kingdom respectively, work collaborate to maximize resources for the delivery of appropriate relief and development activities. International Medical Corps (IMC) is an US-registered independent affiliate organization of International Medical Corps UK (IMC UK), with which IMC UK shares the same name and charitable objectives and mission.

JOB SUMMARY: 

Day-to-day Headquarters liaison for assigned country programs advocating for the needs of the program within the organization and coordinate communications between all departments, including compliance, programming, logistics, legal, security, human resource and communication.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Day to day coordination of proposals, donor reporting process for assigned countries.
• Support dissemination of country specific information with relevant departments. Support with any country specific reporting requirements from other departments and vice versa. Regularly deploys to the field to assist in startup, staff coverage, and close out
• Monitor grant performance and overall assigned country portfolio and flag any issue to the Program Manager
• Regular deployment to the field to assist in startup, staff coverage, and close out
• Ensures that donors and internal reporting is submitted on time and in fulfilment of contractual obligations for the countries covered
• External representation as required with donors

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Please note that the duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive. This job description is subject to review to ensure that it reflects the strategic direction requirements of International Medical Corps UK.

Code of Conduct
As applicable to this position, an individual must promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout the organization and maintain a clear understanding of International Medical Corps UK's and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards.

If this is a supervisory position, one must set an example of ethical behavior through one's own conduct and oversight of the work of others; ensure that those who report to you have sufficient knowledge and resources to follow the standards outlined in the Code of Conduct & Ethics; monitor compliance of the people you supervise; enforce the Code of Conduct & Ethics and International Medical Corps UK's policies, including the Safeguarding Policy and the Protection from Harassment, Bullying and Sexual Misconduct in the Workplace Policy, consistently and fairly; support employees who in good faith raise questions or concerns.

Safeguarding
It is all staff shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. This includes safeguarding from the following conduct by our staff or partners: sexual exploitation and abuse; exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children, adults at risk, or LGBTI individuals; and any form of trafficking in persons. Staff are also responsible for preventing violations to our Code of Conduct and Ethics, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption or Harassment. If you see, hear or are made aware of any violations to the Code of Conduct and Ethics or Safeguarding Policy, you have an obligation to report.

Equal Opportunities
International Medical Corps UK is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.

Job Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Typically, a Bachelor's degree in related area. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
• Typically, 3+ year of relevant experience working supporting relief and development projects in the field, at least 1 year of field- based work experience in the sector
• Experience in proposals development and donor reporting with IMC major donors
• Experience in effectively dealing with international and headquarters staff, and the ability to deal with a broad spectrum of people
• Knowledge of Project cycle management
• Knowledge of Logical Framework project planning and design
• Proposal development and donor report skills
• Knowledge of major donors rules and regulations
• Report writing
• Good research skills
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret and apply donor regulations and requirements
• Strong analytical skills to determine overall grant performance
• Ability to use creativity, reasoning, past experience, information and available resources to resolve issues
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management and field programs
• Excellent writing skills, excellent cross-cultural communication
• Extensive travel maybe required
• Fluent in written and spoken English

MISCONDUCT DISCLOSURE SCHEME

It is our shared responsibility and obligation to prevent matters involving Sexual Exploitation & Abuse, Trafficking in Persons, Child Safeguarding and any suggested violation to our Code of Conduct, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption or Harassment. If you see, hear or are made aware of any suggested activities then you have an obligation to report. All offers of employment at International Medical Corps UK are subject to satisfactory references and background checks. International Medical Corps UK also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme .In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures. For more information about how we use the personal data in connection with scheme. 

Starting Salary: £32,019 - £33,526 p.a.

Full Salary: £32,019 – 37,245 p.a.

Other Benefits include: 10% Mobility Allowance +10% Pension + Hardship Allowance (£3,000 per annum) and Rest and Recuperation every 8 weeks

Contract: 2 years fixed term

Location: South Sudan, Juba

Job Profile

The Programme Development and Funding Officer (PDFO) plays a key role in securing institutional funding for the South Sudan joint office of CAFOD and Trocaire in Partnership (CTP) and supporting development of programmes for the country programme including management of grants contracts and liaison with funding partners. The PDFO works closely with the Country Representative and programmes team led by the Deputy Country Representative in devising funding strategies in line with the country strategies and CAFOD guidelines. In close cooperation with the programme team, finance team, HQ colleagues and partners, the role supports the development and design of programmes and projects as well as prepare funding applications to donors. The post holder will manage institutional donor grants contracts. The incumbent will be part of different cross organisational working groups including the International Programme Funding Unit.  The post holder has skills to develop programmes and writing winning project proposals, engage with donors, management of grants contracts, work with partners, and work with various work teams in executing the functions of this role.  

The role is based in the CAFOD and Trócaire in Partnership (CTP) office in Juba, South Sudan. Some additional local and international travel may be required as part of the post.

Accountability

The post-holder reports to the Country Representative. He/she is not a budget holder but may carry out some supervision tasks for staff members.

Key Responsibilities

Programme funding and partners’ fundraising capacity 40%

• As guided by the Country Representative monitor, identify and map potential funding opportunities and calls for proposals that are aligned with CTP Strategic direction.
• Identify funding opportunities for CTP with donors and major trusts and Foundations such as ECHO, DEC, FCDO, EU, UN agencies, Comic Relief, Big Lottery Fund, FORGE, Caritas Agencies and other donors and support programme colleagues and partners to access and apply for the funding opportunities.
• Monitor and advise the Country Representative and programme teams about new and innovative approaches to funding development and humanitarian programmes, keeping up to date with funding trends, donor policy development and appraise the country teams of the developments, opportunities, and requirements.
• Contribute to the development of South Sudan Country Strategic plans and lead resource development plans to fund the strategy and programmes.
• In agreement with partners and programme staff, assess existing partner capacities and systems to manage and implement institutionally funded programmes including training on compliance requirements, audit requirements, quality programming, reports writing and programme management.
• Support partners in strengthening their own capacity to mobilise resources, donor mapping and developing donor engagement strategies and support partner organisations to access funding themselves directly.

Programme development (30%)

• In close collaboration with the Deputy Director work with and coordinate programme staff, finance teams, HQ teams and partners in the design, development- including proposal writing (and where appropriate, implementation) of high-quality programmes and projects in line with country CTP strategies and programme frameworks. 
• Coordinate the design and advise on narrative proposals, proposal budgets, Logframes, accounting frameworks, work plans, Theory of Change documents and M&E frameworks, and lead the development of resource plans. 
• Where necessary, and to a reasonable extent, support other PDFOs or country programmes in programme development and funding.
• Engage, support or lead on regional or joint programme funding opportunities, including contributing to proposal development for corporate or multi-country proposals.   (e.g., UK Aid Match Fund).
• In discussion with his/her line manager, participate in surge requests from other International Programmes. 

Contract Management and Quality Control 20%

• Manage donor contracts ensuring compliance with agreements, regulations and all requirements attached to donor contracts including CTP programme management requirements. 
• Provide orientation sessions for staff and partners entering into new donor contracts and do follow-up on grant reviews and close out meetings, with specific reference to compliance and quality.
• Work with programme and finance teams to develop efficient financial tracking and reporting systems for all donor contracts.
• Keep up to date with donor regulations and advise on any changes to relevant staff. Keep all relevant staff informed about the progress of contracts throughout the grant cycle.
• Facilitate evaluations (both internal and external) of institutionally funded programmes, in line with jointly agreed standards Programme Cycle Management, donor requirements, and CTP’s value of stewardship.
• Effectively use CTP’s programme management information systems to ensure programme and project information and documentation is up to date. This will include producing management information to support decision making.
• Lead on producing various donor reports and other required documentation and ensure quality of reports in line with CAFOD and donor standards. Ensure their timely submission as per agreed timelines.

Internal and external representation (10 %)

• In agreement with the Country Representative and Deputy Country Representative/Programme Managers engage with funding agencies to develop, nurture, and manage relationships with donor organisations.
• Represent CTP in funding review groups/networks in the South Sudan and HQ (both CAFOD and Trocaire) as appropriate.
• Communicate with other teams within CAFOD, with supporters and donors to ensure that the programme is well understood, and that information is available for fundraising and communication needs.
• In agreement with partners, contribute to raising the profile of partners’ work with relevant donors in the region and/or globally. 

This list of duties and responsibilities is by no means exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to undertake other relevant and appropriate duties as required. This job description is subject to regular review and appropriate modification.

Safeguarding

All CAFOD staff share responsibility to promote and maintain a strong safeguarding culture, including identifying the key actions they should take given their role and responsibilities. Your role is responsible for ensuring that the programming work you are accountable for is safe, accessible, dignified, and inclusive, providing ongoing support and follow-up to our partners in this area.

Safeguarding for Children and Vulnerable Adults

CAFOD recognises the personal dignity and rights of children and vulnerable adults, towards whom it has a special responsibility and a duty of care and respect.  CAFOD, and all its staff and volunteers, undertake to do all in our power to create a safe environment for children, young people, and vulnerable adults and to prevent their physical, sexual or emotional abuse.  CAFOD is committed to acting at all times in the best interests of children and vulnerable adults, seeing these interests as paramount.  Any candidate offered a job with CAFOD will be expected to adhere to CAFOD’s Safeguarding policy and sign CAFOD’s Code of Behaviour as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents. This post involves contact with children, young people and vulnerable adults, or has responsibility for people who will do, and applicants will be subject to specific checks related to safeguarding issues.  If based in the UK, the post holder is required to present or obtain a Disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service).  If the post is based outside the UK, the post holder will be subject to a different checking process.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, and appropriate screening checks can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. CAFOD also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of, and consent to, these recruitment procedures.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

Understanding our context

A. Understanding Catholic identity; Understanding of the role of the Catholic Church and agencies in the context of South Sudan 

B. Understanding CAFOD; Demonstrate and actively support CAFOD’s vision, mission and values and understanding of CAFOD approach to partnership, and advantages of operating as CAFOD and Trocaire in Partnership in South Sudan

C. Understanding international development: Understanding and experience of international development and programme management and quality standards within protracted crisis contexts.

Working together

D. Managing ourselves; Good self and time management skills, able to keep to donor and other deadlines

E. Working with others; Able to hold relationships with internal and external colleagues across varying roles

F. Communicating; Able to communicate with colleagues and partners at a distance

G. Looking outwards; Understanding of effective and values-based partnership work between northern and southern organisations and communities.

Making change happen

H. Managing resources: the ability to prepare and monitor budgets, contribute to assessing the appropriateness of partner financial systems, and ensure compliance with, knowledge and understanding of financial systems

I. Achieving results; experience of developing successful funding applications for institutional donors; experience of participatory project design, and use of analytical tools.

J. Managing our performance: experience of developing and implementing monitoring systems to track the effectiveness of programmes.

K. Taking the lead: Ability to coordinate staff to work together on proposals, reporting and other tasks.

Job-specific competencies

I. Understanding and first-hand experience of institutional funding work/projects, priorities, trends and donor conditions within the international development and humanitarian sector.

II. Experience of using programme cycle management tools effectively to deliver work within an agreed programme framework.

III. Able and committed to working with and strengthen or complementing the capacity of partner organisations and colleagues; and experience of applying them when working with individual partners or groups of partners 

IV. Finance management and budgeting understanding and experience.

V.  Ability and willingness to travel within the region and/or to the UK, sometimes at short notice and to areas of potential risk.

VI.  Computer literacy skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. 

Desirable Criteria

VII. First-hand work experience with a values-based partnership approach (between northern and southern organisations and communities).

VIII. Familiarity with gender analysis tools, knowledge of the gender programme area  

IX. Previous work experience in the country/sub-region.

About us

The Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) is a unique and dynamic membership organisation which comprises 15 of the UK’s leading humanitarian charities: Action Against Hunger, ActionAid UK, Age International, British Red Cross, CAFOD, CARE International UK, Christian Aid, Concern Worldwide (UK), International Rescue Committee (IRC), Islamic Relief Worldwide, Oxfam GB, Plan International UK, Save the Children UK, Tearfund and World Vision UK.

When a large scale disaster hits countries without the capacity to respond, the DEC brings together our 15 member charities to raise funds quickly and efficiently. In these times of crisis, people in life-and-death situations need our help and our mission is to save, protect and rebuild lives through effective humanitarian response.

Pooling our resources to work as one, we are pivotal in co-ordinating the UK public's response to overseas disasters. In collaboration with our Rapid Response Network of national media and corporate partners, we raise the alarm to the UK public and set up easy ways to donate, with the majority of our funds raised over an intensive two-week period following a disaster.

Since our launch in 1963, we have run over 70 fundraising appeals and raised more than £1.7bn, saving countless lives and rebuilding communities.

We are now looking for a Finance & Resources Assistant to join our team on a permanent basis and provide effective and efficient support to the Finance and Resources and wider staff teams.

The Benefits

- Salary of £24,000 per annum
- Great benefits package
- Support humanitarian efforts across the globe

If you have experience working in a busy office support or administrative role and are looking to further your career, this is a brilliant opportunity to use your expertise and organisational skills to support our important work.

In this key role, you’ll have the chance to work across many different aspects of our organisation, from office administration to finance, providing invaluable support to our teams and playing your part in vital humanitarian efforts.

It’s a great opportunity to develop new skills, gain knowledge in new areas and enhance your experience and portfolio all whilst supporting urgent appeals that save lives and help rebuild communities.

Interested? Apply today!

The Role 

As a Finance & Resources Assistant, you will provide first-class administrative support to the Finance and Resources and wider staff team, undertaking a range of activities to keep operations running smoothly and efficiently. 

In this varied role, you will provide a warm and professional first point of contact to staff, volunteers and visitors, handling a range of enquires by telephone, post, emails and face-to-face.

You will support the HR Manager with a variety of administrative tasks, including staff recruitment, sickness and holiday, staff training and development, and administering the staff benefit platforms.

You will also assist with a number of finance activities, including processing, logging and banking all postal donations, maintaining the invoice log and processing supplier invoices.

Additionally, you will:

• Assist the Director of Finance and Resources with organising their calendar and inbox
• Assist with room bookings and set up meetings, both internal and external
• Assist with the induction of new staff
• Co-ordinate the reconciliation and processing of transactions made using DEC business credit cards
• Undertake general office administrative activities

About You

To join us as a Finance & Resources Assistant, you will need:

• Experience of working in an office support or similar administrative role on a paid or voluntary basis
• Experience of invoice processing and dealing with supplier payment queries 
• Experience of providing staff with support and troubleshooting  
• Experience of communicating with diverse audiences, both verbally and in writing
• Experience of working collaboratively and contributing positively to the work of a team
• To be highly organised with a pro-active and flexible approach to office management
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and numeracy skills
• Excellent IT skills including Excel and Word
• The ability to work flexibly including additional hours at the time of a DEC appeal
• Experience of working in the UK charity sector would be beneficial to your application, as would experience of working with accounting software, preferably Sun Accounts or a similar database system.

We offer flexible working with core hours between 10:00 and 16:30. 

DEC is an equal opportunities employer, the DEC is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applications from anyone who can meet the criteria, regardless of gender, race, age, disability, sexuality or religion.

The DEC is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and vulnerable adults and participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from successful applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of, and consent to, these recruitment procedures.

Other organisations may call this role HR & Finance Assistant, Resources Support Assistant, Executive Assistant, EA, Administrator, Administrative Assistant, Admin Assistant, Operations Assistant, HR Assistant, or Office Administrator.

How to Apply

So, if you’re ready for your next career step as Finance and Resource Assistant, please apply by clicking the apply button and submitting your CV and Cover Letter.

We will consider applications as they are submitted and will contact you if we would like to arrange an interview.

Walking Project Support Worker
28 hours per week
£21,269 per annum, pro-rata. Actual annual salary £15,881.
Fixed-term until 30th June 2023 - Renewal subject to funding

Older people can experience barriers that prevent them from engaging in local activities and hinder them from keeping active; this may be because of a significant life event like a bereavement or periods of ill health resulting in a lack of confidence. Age UK South Gloucestershire working in partnership with Wesport is looking at reducing these barriers through walking. Walking has amazing health benefits, is accessible and is a great way to reintroduce physical activity into daily life.

This pilot group walking project is supported by local NHS Ageing Well funding under the national 'Live Longer Better' programme. The project will look to develop and support older people by introducing more physical activity to their lives through short weekly walks in areas across South Gloucestershire. We aim for these group walks to be inclusive, flexible enough to adapt to older people's lives and abilities, and act as a gateway to enjoying more regular physical activity. Group walks are appealing to people who have not taken part in exercise for some time, are nervous about walking alone or don't yet feel ready to join a Walking for Health programme, where the shortest walks are a mile long.

As the Walking Project Support Worker, you would assist the Project Coordination in successfully developing, promoting and delivering our new supported walking service for older people throughout South Gloucestershire. Duties will include leading weekly walks, acting as first aider, welcoming walkers and providing information on the walking route and potential risks and hazards. The successful candidate will also support the administration of the service and assist with the production and review of person-centred health & risk assessments for older people.

If you are organised, have an enthusiasm for and understanding of the importance of walking for health, and are a good communicator, who would relish the opportunity to positively impact the lives of older people, we would like to hear from you.

Age UK South Gloucestershire offers a generous benefits package, and the charity is committed to equalities, diversity and inclusion and therefore encourages applications from all sectors of the community.

If that person could be you, download an application pack from our website. Applications must be made using the form on our website, and completed application forms should be returned to us directly. Applications will not be accepted when submitted via agencies or other recruitment platforms.

Closing date: 8 am, Monday 11th July 2022
Interviews: Within three weeks of the closing date

Volunteering & Services Administrator
30 hours per week
Working pattern to be agreed with the appointed candidate
Core hours between 8 am and 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday
£19,305 - £19,650 per annum, pro-rata
Actual annual salary £15,444 – £15,720
Permanent

Age UK South Gloucestershire is looking to recruit a positive, organised and IT-literate individual to provide administrative support to our Volunteering & Services Teams.

As Volunteering & Services Administrator, you would undertake a varied range of administration duties, primarily focused on our services which look to reduce loneliness and isolation experienced by older people; Befriending and Reconnect. Working within our small committed staff team and supporting our team of over 170 wonderful volunteers this would be a busy and rewarding role. The ideal candidate will have a confident, professional and polite communication style both over the phone, in person and in writing.

If this sounds like you and you are looking to join a friendly and supportive team, we would like to hear from you.

At Age UK South Gloucestershire, we offer a generous benefits package, are open to flexible working, and the charity is committed to equalities, diversity and inclusion and therefore encourages applications from all sectors of the community. Applications are welcomed from both experienced individuals and those looking to move into an administration role as full training can be provided.

If that person could be you, download an application pack from our website. Applications must be made using the form on our website, and completed application forms should be returned to us directly. Applications will not be accepted when submitted via agencies or other recruitment platforms.

Closing date: 8 am, Monday 11th July 2022
Interviews: Within three weeks of the closing date

Digital Outreach Worker
21 hours per week
£21,269 per annum, pro-rata. Actual annual salary £11,911.
Fixed-term until 30th November 2023 - Renewal subject to funding

Although the number of older people who are digitally connected continues to rise, there are still around 5 million people over the age of 55 in the UK who are not online. Age remains the biggest indicator of who's digitally excluded.

We live in an increasingly online world, with many key services moving to become 'digital first'. Since the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the role of the internet has become even more important, and for most people, this has changed the way they work, access services, maintain social contacts, and generally live their lives. While many older people have embraced digital technology, there are others who are less confident who are at risk of being left behind.

Age UK South Gloucestershire's new Digital Inclusion project looks to expand on our existing Technology Support provision and aims to deliver a programme to tackle digital exclusion by providing ongoing support for older people to increase and improve their digital skills and through the provision of loan technology to those older people without access. Being digitally included can help older people carry out the activities that matter most to them. It can help them stay connected with family and friends, find activities and support, access essential services, and remain socially connected.

As Digital Outreach Worker, you would assist the Project Coordination in successfully developing, promoting and delivering a digital inclusion support service to older people throughout South Gloucestershire. Duties will include running group community sessions or visiting older people 1:1 in their homes to deliver person-centred digital skills support sessions on a variety of devices, including smartphones and tablets (Apple and Android), laptops, and smart speakers.

If you have excellent IT skills and knowledge, are patient, a good communicator, are confident in delivering both group and 1:1 activities and would relish the opportunity to positively impact the lives of older people, we would like to hear from you.

Age UK South Gloucestershire offers a generous benefits package, and the charity is committed to equalities, diversity and inclusion and therefore encourages applications from all sectors of the community.

If that person could be you, download an application pack from our website. Applications must be made using the form on our website, and completed application forms should be returned to us directly. Applications will not be accepted when submitted via agencies or other recruitment platforms.

Closing date: 8 am, Monday 11th July 2022

Interviews: Within three weeks of the closing date

The job of a Save the Children's UK Shop Manager is creative and fulfilling.

• Do you have a flair for fashion and a passion for sustainable/pre-loved clothing?
• Are you an experienced retail manager with a creative edge for visual merchandising?
• Do you have the ability and experience to lead and manage a passionate team of volunteers?
• Are you motivated by our vision of creating a world where every child doesn't just survive, but thrives, and can go on to change the world?

If the answers to these questions are yes, we would love to hear from you!

About Us

Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave. We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach.

Working in more than 120 countries, we do whatever it takes to create breakthroughs in the way the world treats children. Our Marketing, Fundraising and Communications department exists to inspire millions of people – from individuals to large corporate organisations – to support our quest for change. Together, we save children's lives, fight for their rights and help them fulfil their potential.

The legendary Mary Portas and Save the Children joined forces in 2009 to take the lead on a charity retail revolution, resulting in a blaze of publicity and a new style of charity retailing we call Mary's Living & Giving. Now we need a Shop Manager to manage a team of committed volunteers and lead the way to ensure we stay on the crest of the wave.

Job Purpose

As the Shop Manager for our Islington shop, you will use Mary's Living & Giving philosophy to bring the local community to life, acting as an ambassador for the brand and raising as much money as possible. You will inspire the community to be at the heart of the shop by recruiting, supporting and empowering a team of volunteers, collaborating with the team to understand the local community. You will create a space for people to embrace all aspects of charity retail with energy and kindness, working with your retail colleagues to share our values and beliefs.

(Please Note: The role holder must be flexible and able to work some weekends, bank holidays and additional hours when necessary)

Main Accountabilities

As the Shop Manager your key responsibilities will include:

• Acting as an ambassador for the brand, the charity and for Mary
• Leading, recruiting, inspiring, supporting and empowering a team of fantastic volunteers, using their knowledge of the local community and enthusiasm for fashion to get the right mix of quality products and pricing to make the store a success
• Ensuring a high standard of display, visual merchandising and shop floor management at all times
• Manage and inspire our volunteers to create “the buzz” of excitement around the shop for customers and the team.
• To actively engage with the local community, building relationships to support donations, volunteer recruitment and customer experience, utilising social media to maximise the shop's profile and identifying appropriate opportunities (e.g. local events) to promote the shop
• To lead by example in delivering the best customer service; ensure a high standard of display, visual merchandising and shop floor management; regularly review sales reports; manage consistent stock processes
• To take personal responsibility for the shop (including managing risk – people, property, finance etc on behalf of SCUK), holding the volunteer team accountable for maintaining processes and delivering goals for the shop

Person Profile

We're looking for an experienced retail manager with the ability to mould and delegate to an equally passionate team of volunteers. A brilliant communicator, inspirational leader, efficient business manager and unfailingly positive thinker, you must radiate natural warmth and a can-do entrepreneurial approach. And of course, you will have a passion for fashion!

Experience

• Retail management experience – including stock control, cash handling and visual merchandising.
• Experience of managing staff/volunteers - an excellent team leader with experience of achieving results from developing and supporting others

Abilities

• Exceptional people skills, with an ability attract and get the best out of a diverse team of volunteers
• Creativity or ability to recognise creative ability in a team
• Able to illustrate an understanding of issues that result from working with volunteers
• Ability to drive sales and control costs

Aptitude

• Enthusiasm for retail and a flair for fashion with a good knowledge of pricing for high-end items
• Excellent time management skills to ensure the shop runs effectively and your own work/life balance is achieved
• Must be flexible and able to work weekends, Bank Holidays and additional hours, in addition to occasional relief cover at other shops
• A demonstrable commitment to the principles of diversity and inclusion and their practical application and integration in the work environment
• A commitment to Save the Children UK's aims and core values of accountability, ambition, collaboration, creativity, and integrity

Please Note:

To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications.

We are ideally looking for candidates to be available to start in June 2022.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: 

Save the Children UK is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work both external and internal. We strive to be an inclusive employer and particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people who are LGBT+, from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions, and from less advantaged socioeconomic backgrounds.