We are seeking an All Wales Programme Lead to establish an exciting new project. Funded by the Higher Education Funding Council for Wales (HEFCW), this is a unique opportunity to help increase the capacity of universities in Wales for partnerships, leadership and collaboration.

Through the project, we will build on our established national network of Early Career Researchers to deliver an impactful programme of events, support and networking activities. We will also establish cross-institutional mentorship and knowledge exchange initiatives for researchers at all career stages. We will enhance research partnerships in Wales by providing small grants for collaborative research, and will engage wider public audiences in understanding the value of research.

The Programme Lead will take overall responsibility for the project’s success. Building on the Society’s existing reputation and stakeholder relationships, the post-holder will develop and organise a range of new activities. They will maintain a strong working relationship with our funder, and will work with the Chief Executive to submit funding proposals for further activities. They will also ensure that the project complements and adds value to the existing activities of universities, and that it delivers on the Society’s wider strategic goals. They will report to the Chief Executive and will be supported by a Project Officer.

This is an excellent opportunity to play your part in shaping the future of higher education and research in Wales.

If you are located in West / East Sussex we are seeking a CEO with lived experience of using mental health services who demonstrates strong leadership and management skills in addition to strategic development, forward vision, financial planning and digital skills. The ability to present and negotiate are essential. This is an exciting opportunity for someone energetic and enthusiastic to advance their career in our sector. 

CAPITAL Project Trust provides social inclusion to people who have had or are suffering from mental distress. Anyone who has used or is using mental health services in West Sussex may join our membership through self-referral and all services provided are free to adults over 18. 

Established in 1997, we are uniquely within West Sussex, a mental health charity run 100% by and for people with lived experience of mental ill health. Our service provision aims to advance the education of our members together with the general public thus enabling the voice of our membership to be heard, facilitate positive change and enhance individual quality of life. 

We are core funded and contracted by the CCG and are a part of Pathfinder who are a West Sussex coalition of mental health charities.

Researcher - Ex-service personnel in the criminal justice system

Location - London/flexible

Salary - £27,767 (plus up to £5000 area weighting if applicable)

Job Type - Full time 1 year contract

Do you believe that a good education, a decent job and a safe place to live are what everyone in our society deserves? And that for those who end up in prison, it should be the start of new chance, not a road to nowhere?

These are Nacro's core beliefs and its why we strive to help as many people as we can through practical and emotional support to give people somewhere to live, skills, a job and connections as well as someone to turn to when life gets tough. And it's why we use our expertise to campaign to achieve our vision of a society which really does give everyone a chance to succeed.

The role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Nacro as a Researcher on project examining the processes and mechanisms in place to identify ex-service personnel in the criminal justice system in England, Wales and Scotland, as well as the barriers to uptake of support. The postholder will form part of a team on a project led by Nacro and in partnership with the Institute for Public Safety, Crime and Justice and the Institute for Social Innovation and Impact at the University of Northampton, and funded by the Forces in Mind Trust

Experienced in undertaking and delivering high quality research projects you will conduct quantitative and qualitative research with stakeholders including ex-service personnel and the professionals working with them.

This new role sits within the External Engagement Directorate at Nacro and will work closely with our research partners at the University of Northampton.

For full role profile please click here .

Please apply online.

Curing Parkinson’s needs world-class collaborative science involving researchers, clinicians, the pharmaceutical industry and, most importantly, people who are living with Parkinson’s. This collaboration is at the heart of our research programme.

Our leadership and funding enables the world’s leading neuroscientists and neurologists to prioritise, together, the next generation of drugs for clinical trial.

The Research Officer will play a pivotal role in Cure Parkinson’s ambitious research projects. Joining us at a busy time and with research and trials gradually picking up pace, we can offer a self-motivated and enthusiastic researcher the opportunity to develop and make their mark as part of this innovative and dynamic charity.

The Research Officer will report to the Research Manager and work closely with the Research Committee and other members of our Research team.

Cure Parkinson’s was set up in 2005 by four people living with Parkinson’s.

In 15 years, the charity they started has made significant progress in the quest for a cure. We have funded millions of pounds of research, made scientific discoveries, and opened new avenues of research. We have made enormous strides in involving people with Parkinson’s in research and given hope to many with the condition. Our innovative approach, which has led to collaborations with the world’s leading researchers and their inspirational work, combined with the active support of thousands of people living with Parkinson’s around the world, is bringing us closer to a cure for Parkinson’s.

The Business & Human Rights Resource Centre, an international non-profit human rights organization, is seeking a dynamic Labour Rights Researcher to join a high-performing, committed team working to advance labour rights in global supply chains.  

• Salary: £30,000 - 35,000 plus 5% employer pension contribution
• Full time, 2 year contract
• Location: London, UK (remote working during pandemic, other locations considered)
• Closing date: 2 January 2022

About the organization

Business & Human Rights Resource Centre works with diverse allies and partners to put human rights at the core of companies’ business models and end abuse; to empower communities and workers to secure their rights and gain accountability for abuse; and to encourage governments to create the right regulation and incentives to uphold human rights in business. We are a global organisation that is rooted in five continental regions. We have a diverse Global Team of 80, based in 20 locations around the world. The Global Team members work with a rich network of human rights advocates inten languages including Chinese, Arabic, and Russian. Our work covers the full gamut of human rights in business, with three thematic programmes. Workers’ rights in global supply chains; responsible natural resource use and a just transition; and accountable digital technologies. These are complemented by three cross cutting approaches: corporate legal accountability; racial and gender justice; and civic freedoms and human rights defenders.

We place strong emphasis on our alliance with grassroots organisations facing often profound inequalities of power in protecting their rights; alongside our ability to influence responsible business, investors, and governments for transformative change. Our three primary approaches to deliver this vision are to: strengthen allies and movements; drive accountability for abuse; and influence decision-makers.

About the Position

The successful candidate will cover of a key role in our high performing Labour Team, with emphasis on the apparel sector. They will report to the Senior Labour Rights Lead. The Labour Rights Researcher will support efforts to promote decent work, living wages and fairer purchasing practices, and hold lead companies accountable for the human rights impacts of their business practices in supply chains. All work will be done in active collaboration with trade unions, labour and women’s organisations in the Global South, and will involve engagement with companies, investors, and policy makers.

The successful candidate will undertake research to keep the labour coverage on our website up-to-date, seek responses from companies to human rights allegations, and support strategic research and analysis on labour rights issues and business models to tackle structural causes of injustice and inequality, and enhance workers’ conditions in supply chains.

As Labour Rights Researcher, you will have excellent communication and analysis skills, a strong understanding of and personal commitment to working on labour rights issues, and a track-record of working with networks and building close relationships. You will be able to work autonomously and collaboratively. You will have an astute analysis on the structural causes of human rights abuses linked to companies and supply chains; be propositional in what needs to change; and have the strategic nous to help make that change happen. Experience of working on apparel or tea supply chains is highly desirable as is experience working on corporate accountability strategies.

Responsibilities

The Labour Researcher will have a particular focus on the apparel sector, but work will also encompass labour rights work in other sectors. Responsibilities will include: 

• Conduct research:  research and monitor labour rights developments by collecting and analysing information from a range of sources, including NGOs, unions, local and international media, companies, government and others; identify trends and thematic research priorities, design qualitative and quantitative research tools, gather data and conduct data analysis on the drivers for labour abuse, especially in the apparel industry, and emerging practice from by workers’ organisations and leading companies to address abuse, respect rights, and empower workers.
• Engage constructively with companies and investors: take up allegations of abuse with company HQs to seek responses to allegations of labour abuse, conduct follow-up outreach for remedy and build relationships to enhance human rights due diligence; engage with policy makers to propose business regulation and incentives that promoteworkers’ rights.
• Build transparency and accountability: work with regional researchers and external partners to strategically identify allegations of labour abuse for deeper-dive investigations and coordinated advocacy for greater impact
• Lead and manage digital platforms: Manage labour rights company dashboards and indicators to promote labour rights.
• Outreach: Sustain our active network of contacts on labour rights globally, including trade unions, civil society organisations (local, national & regional), companies & business associations, investors, media, universities and governments.
• Contribute to organisational and labour strategies: ­­ Build strategies for own areas of responsibility and support the Senior Labour Rights Lead to implement our labour strategy across all our programmes and regions.  
• Develop high quality written materials: Write compelling content for our website and outreach, including case summaries, blog posts, briefing notes and papers, and articles to be submitted to relevant media outlets.
• Line manage research and project implementation support:  Line manage Labour Rights Assistant 
• Travel: There may be occasional international travel for information gathering, communications and/or representation.

Essential skills and experience

• Labour Rights commitment and expertise: Strong, demonstrable commitment and expertise in labour rights, economic justice or human rights. At least four years’ experience in project delivery, policy research, campaigning or advocacy in this area. A clear understanding, vision, and strategic insight on human rights in business and the global economy. Global South experience is an advantage.
• Research & analytical skills: Strong experience in researching and writing briefings preferably in the field of labour rights in global supply chains. Able to search and identify relevant information online and offline; adept at undertaking systematic data collection to a high level of detail and accuracy; ability to synthesise research and policy for effective communication to a broad range of audiences.
• Partnership and coalition building: Commitment to, and at least four years’ experience in working with diverse international partners and building coalitions with shared objectives and targeted outcomes. This will range from strategic alliances with workers’ organisations from the Global South, to tactical collaborations with allies in the human rights and labour movement.
• Strategic thinking: A strong understanding of labour rights and economic justice in a global context is essential.  The ability to grasp, analyse, summarise, and present complex information coherently to external audiences is required. Demonstrated experience thinking critically about impact required.
• Values: Strong, demonstrated commitment to labour rights and human rights. Shares the values and ethos of the Resource Centre.
• Team player:  Experience of working in high performing multi-cultural and international teams, playing a leadership role working with colleagues to deliver high impact programs. Experience with remote, inter-disciplinary, and culturally diverse teams.
• Organisation and initiative: Able to work efficiently and methodically to support achievement of deliverables; strong prioritization skills; self-motivated and comfortable working independently within agreed framework while maintaining communication with a global team in different time zones and geographies.
• Communication Skills: Excellent English language skills. Strong speaking skills and experience representing organisations to external audiences. Powerful writing skills and ability to synthesise research and data for effective communication.

The Business & Human Rights Resource Centre is a diverse, global team. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of their background and we acknowledge that people from certain backgrounds are under-represented in this area of work and seek to directly address that through our hiring practices. We particularly encourage applications from women, BAME applicants, people with disabilities, and people who identify as LGTBQ+. 

Senior Research and Impact Officer (2x vacancies)
Location: Battersea, London (with office based working on two fixed days each week, rest of week choice of office or remote working)
Contract: Full time, permanent
Salary: £34,000 – £40,000 per annum depending on experience

The Research and Impact team is growing and we are looking for two new team members:

• Senior research and impact officer – with deep expertise in data
• Senior research and impact officer – with deep expertise in working with vulnerable families

This is a brilliant time to join BookTrust's innovative and collaborative research and impact team. We are working hard to improve our understanding of and engagement with beneficiaries and partners, to measure the impact of our work and to support evidence-based decision making across the organisation.

For details on 'How to Apply', please go to our website.  

Please send a copy of your CV, along with a covering letter showing how you meet the person specification and your motivations for applying for the role(s). Please also answer these questions in your cover letter:

BookTrust engages with its beneficiaries (children and families) through evaluation and research activities to inform its future work. Why is it important for a charity like BookTrust to engage with beneficiaries? What challenges might BookTrust encounter in engaging with beneficiaries and how would you address some of these?

Your covering letter should not be longer than two sides, including your response to these questions.

Closing date: Sunday, 12 December 2021 at 9pm. Please note that this is a rolling recruitment process and we will be interviewing suitable candidates who apply before this time. We therefore encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusivity

We aim to provide an inclusive recruitment process and actively welcome applications from diverse talent pools: BAME candidates, candidates with disabilities and long-term conditions and candidates from under-represented communities.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and want to ensure we have an accessible application process for all candidates. If you need any reasonable adjustments or would like us to do anything differently during the application process, please contact our HR team to discuss your requirements further (contact details can be found on our website).

BookTrust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The recruitment and selection process reflect our commitment to safeguarding, therefore the suitability of all prospective employees will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment, with pre-employment checks.

London/remote with ad-hoc requirement in the office

User Voice was created for, and is run by, people who have been in prison and on probation. We are the only organisation in the criminal justice system to operate with over 80% of our team having lived experience and over 40% having started as volunteers.

We are resilient by nature and work alongside, rather than within, the criminal justice system. We are servant leaders, accountable to the people we serve. Since we began our journey in 2009, we have grown significantly, with 5 regional teams, 30 plus staff and 400 volunteers.

User Voice peer research projects use insight from people within criminal justice to both influence fundamental changes to the policy and public debate, to innovate new services, and to reform systems.

In the past 12 years, User Voice has conducted over 80 peer research projects with over 10,000 participants.

User Voice peer research and consultations projects have a positive impact on individual participants as a result of the peer-led approach, change institutions along the way by providing them with real time insight and give policy makers a massive reality check.

The research manager role will encompass both qualitative and quantitative research within prisons and probation. The successful person will design, manage and report on research that addresses the biggest issues for people in the criminal justice system. The successful person will work very closely with our Engagement Team Members (ETMs), the Head of Research and our clients

Are you ready to join a Government department undergoing an exciting and significant Digital Transformation Cabinet Office are seeking the appointment of a permanent User Researcher to help support the ambition to make UK Government digital services the best in the world.

This role sits within the Change and Deliver team in the CDIO. They are responsible for leading and supporting the delivery of excellent digital services and digital transformation changes with business units across the Cabinet Office. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects from high profile public-facing sites to internal digital transformation projects.

Job description

As a user researcher you will work as part of a multidisciplinary agile team with other digital and policy experts to deliver one or more digital services. You will plan, design and carry out research activities with users that help teams get a deep understanding of the people that use our services. You will be expected to work independently on a team and will be responsible for understanding and documenting the needs of users, using a range of appropriate user research methodologies.

You will:

work as part of multidisciplinary agile teams, delivering new services that meet user needs and Cabinet Office policy objectives

plan, design, prepare and deliver user research activities to support the design, development and continuous improvement of digital services (including contextual discovery, early stage concept and prototype testing, lab based usability and accessibility testing)

design and run contextual and discovery research to develop a deep understanding of the needs of all users of a service

manage the usability and accessibility testing process from recruiting participants, designing test tasks, and preparing discussion guides, to test moderation, analysis and presenting results

manage ethics and consent processes, and support the development of privacy impact assessments

lead the design, execution and analysis of quantitative surveys

communicate user research findings to the delivery team and stakeholders so that they share a strong and empathetic understanding of their users (including presentations at show and tells, designing and maintaining research outputs, formal reports, etc)

provide actionable insights to support design decision making

work closely with business analysts, designers and developers to turn user research findings into stories and other deliverables that lead to valuable product and service features

use performance and web analytics to create a rich picture of user behaviour to tell the full story of how and why people use our services

participate in service assessments as necessary providing user research evidence to support the relevant points in the digital service standard

contribute to the user research community within the Cabinet Office, Government Digital Services and across government

Essential skills and experience:

Experience of designing and facilitating research, using basic methodologies including contextual research studies, quantitative research studies, usability and accessibility testing.

Experience of how to apply basic techniques for the analysis of research data and synthesis of findings, how to involve your team in analysis and synthesis, and present clear findings that colleagues can understand and use.

Experience working in a multidisciplinary agile development environment with business analysts, UX designers, software developers and product owners.

A good understanding of the social and technological context for government services, and experience of aligning user research activities to help teams understand changing user behaviour.

Experience of understanding what problem the team is trying to solve and how to align user research activities to inform decision making and action.

Some knowledge of the technologies used to build and operate digital services and an understanding of the different technical roles in a digital team.

An understanding and experience of a range of user-centred practices, and how to work with colleagues to plan and do continuous user research in a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable skills and experience:

Experience of advocating for user research and engaging sceptical colleagues and stakeholders.

Familiarity with the Digital Service Standard.

Presenting evidence at service assessments.

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

Communicating and Influencing

Delivering at Pace

Working Together

Changing and Improving

Technical skills

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

Research skills

Analysis and synthesis

Inclusive research

This is a rolling campaign. Sifting of CV's and interviews will be held weekly. Please submit your CV immediately.

Applicants will be required to provide an up to date CV and supporting statement (up to 1,250 words) detailing how you meet the requirements and behaviours listed above. You will also provide a completed diversity form .

Please apply with your CV and we will send you the full job description and diversity form.

Cabinet Office are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our organisation. You can find out more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion and read our equal opportunities statement on our Diversity and Inclusion page.

Security Clearance

Please note that this role requires SC clearance, which would normally require 5 years' UK residency in the past 5 years. This is not an absolute requirement but supplementary checks may be required where individuals have not lived in the UK for the required period. This may mean that your security clearance (and therefore your appointment) will take longer or, in some cases, not be possible.

Location: London office or Chesterfield Office
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Salary: £45,250 per annum (London), £42,250 per annum (Chesterfield)
Benefits: Read more about what we offer on our website
Contract type: Permanent
Travel: Some travel between our London and Chesterfield offices
Closing date: Monday 6 December 2021

Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and we welcome candidates from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. We want our employees, volunteers and trustees to represent the broad diversity of the communities of which we are a part.

Summary

We are looking for a talented impact specialist who can take a creative and proactive approach to seeking out, and telling the story of our research, through data.

We will be promoting our research strategy from mid-November. This is our framework for our investments and activity from 2022 to 2026. The Research Impact Manager will play a key role in developing the evaluation framework, data pipeline and stakeholder communication around the strategy. We are looking for someone with drive, experience and passion for research impact - and who can lead in embedding this new programme of work.

About the role

Research is one of the central pillars of charitable activity at Versus Arthritis along with providing support & services and demanding more for people with arthritis through campaigning activity. Information about our funded research and how it improves the lives of people with arthritis is used widely throughout our organisation and evidence from research underpins our fundraising, campaigning, patient information, media, and marketing activities. The Research Impact Manager is a pivotal role that helps to evaluate, quantify and communicate our research impact both internally and externally. This role sits within the Recognition, Brand and Activation directorate but in reality works collaboratively with teams right across the organisation, as well as external organisations focussed on research impact. As such, this is both a varied and challenging role requiring someone both literate and numerate with amazing communication skills.

Key requirements

• Evaluation and impact measurement skills, with evidence of experience and success in this area.
• Experience and skills using statistical analysis methods and tools including Excel.
• Experience of communicating complex information and data to non-specialist audiences.
• Experience of leading and managing projects from scoping to delivery.

How to apply

To apply you MUST submit:

1. a concise, up-to-date CV
2. along with a completed supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the key requirements set out in the job description and person specification for the Research Impact Manager role.

Email your completed application by Monday 6 December 2021.

We advise candidates to apply early as we reserve the right to close applications ahead of this date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Interviews

Interviews expected: 14 and 15 December 2021, in London office or by Microsoft Teams
Second interviews (only if necessary) expected: 20 December 2021

About us

There are 18.8 million people living with a musculoskeletal (MSK) condition like arthritis in the UK. Arthritis causes pain, fatigue and isolation for more than 10 million of those people every single day. It can impact on the ability to work, our relationships and take away our independence. We don't accept this.

Versus Arthritis exists to push back against arthritis stealing people's lives. We challenge the most common misconceptions about arthritis: that it is inevitable, only affects older people, or that it's 'just a bit of arthritis'. People with arthritis have a fundamental right to live independent and rich lives, whatever their age and their circumstances. We won't stop researching, campaigning and supporting them until we've achieved this for everyone.

Join us and use your skills, knowledge, passion and energy to help us defy arthritis.

Read more about what we do, working for us and what we offer on our website.

Happy to Talk Flexible Working

Promoting and supporting diversity in the workplace.

Versus Arthritis is a Registered Charity No: 207711 and in Scotland No. SC041156

PETA UK will be recruiting for a Research Associate and a Senior Research Associate. 

Position Objective:

To lead projects related to animal testing in order to support PETA's efforts to replace the use of animals in experiments

Term of Employment:

Full-time

Reports to:

Director, Science Department

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Independently research and interpret a variety of issues related to replacing the use of animals in experiments, focusing on animal testing required by regulatory agencies
• Develop recommendations on non-animal testing approaches through analysis of scientific data and literature
• Identify potential collaborators and partner with scientists on projects that will promote the implementation of non-animal approaches
• Lead meetings with companies and government agencies and present at scientific conferences on the implementation of non-animal approaches
• Identify opportunities to provide public comments that promote non-animal approaches, and lead the writing and presentation of these comments
• Plan and execute workshops, webinars, and other educational opportunities for scientists
• Write and analyse peer-reviewed articles and other technical papers
• Translate scientific terminology into lay terms, and respond to requests and questions from the public, donors, and journalists
• Provide input on strategic plans for the Science Department
• Answer correspondence regarding animal testing

• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications:

• PhD in in toxicology, pharmacology, molecular biology, or a related field
• Experience working at a regulatory agency or a biotechnology, chemical, pharmaceutical, or medical device company or similar is desirable
• Proven extensive knowledge of animal testing and alternatives to animal tests
• Familiarity with OECD test guidelines and regulatory requirements is desirable
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex technical documents
• Management experience is desirable
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proven ability to make sound, independent judgements
• Proven attention to detail, exceptional organisational skills, and ability to work well under pressure and to meet tight deadlines
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse groups of scientists and the public
• Exceptional writing and research skills
• Exceptional public-speaking skills
• Professional appearance
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times

• Ability and willingness to travel
• Commitment to the objectives of the organisation
• Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to advocate its positions in a professional manner

Research & Policy Officer – Aquaculture & Destructive Fisheries

Job Title Research & Policy Officer – Aquaculture & Destructive Fisheries

Reporting to Head of Policy and Media

Salary £28,500 (pro rata if part time)

Contract 4-5 days per week (30-37.5 hours), with a high degree of flexibility over working hours (core hours 10.00-16.00). 25 days annual leave, pro rata, plus public holidays.

Duration 3 year fixed term contract.

Start Date Flexible – ideally January or February 2022.

Location

Feedback’s offices in Tottenham Hale, London. Feedback currently operates a policy for staff to work a minimum of 50% hours in the office, with the rest worked from home.
All workplace policies may vary due to changes in the government’s Covid policy.

Diversity

Feedback is an organization actively seeking to move through an anti-racist and anti-oppressive journey in every aspect of its work. We acknowledge that the environmental sector is less open to people from under-represented backgrounds and we are strongly committed to doing what we can to correct this. We especially want to hear from you if you feel that opportunities like this are less available to you.

About Us

Feedback is a UK and Netherlands-based environmental campaign group. We work to regenerate nature by transforming our food system. Food production is the single greatest impact humans have on the environment. From mountains of food waste, to habitat destruction to grow animal feed for factory farms or feed farmed fish, to soil depletion leaving future harvests at risk: the food system needs to change. Founded in 2013, we combine investigative research, campaigns, community outreach and on-the-ground pilot projects for a better food system.

About the role

This is an exciting and unique opportunity to scale up Feedback’s pioneering campaigning on the role of aquaculture and fisheries in a sustainable food system, as well as working on wider food systems campaigns. From 2018-2021, Feedback has established an innovative body of evidence and policy on the damaging role of marine ingredients (fishmeal and fish oil) and other feed ingredients such as soy, in aquaculture, and formulated the case for aquaculture in a sustainable food system that delivers the greatest nutritional value for the least environmental impact, and does not contribute to destructive fishing, deplete global fish stocks or worsen global food injustice.

We are seeking a Research and Policy Officer to work closely with the Head of Policy and Media to implement a three-year programme on destructive aquaculture and fisheries, targeting policy and corporate change at a UK and EU level. At a time when the global aquaculture industry is on a growth drive, this role is a unique opportunity to work at the cutting edge of sustainable food systems, and to develop and implement both research skills and campaigns and advocacy skills. It would suit someone with strong research skills and good understanding and interest in either global aquaculture or fisheries policy (ideally both), who is motivated to work within a small, campaigning organization on a global issue.

We are looking for someone who cares deeply about food systems, biodiversity, climate and food justice to join a growing a dynamic environmental NGO at the forefront of food systems change. To be successful in this role you will be a self-starter, passionate about addressing head-on the damage that our food system causes to our climate, ecology and biodiversity. You will have strong academic or other expertise and credentials on aquaculture or fisheries issues, a good grasp of how to structure and undertake research projects and a strong understanding of how to create policy change. In return, we will offer you significant development and learning opportunities, the chance to work in a supportive and flexible team, and to build a career in environmental and food systems policy, advocacy and research. We look forward to welcoming you to our team.

Job Description

The main responsibilities of this role are:

1. To produce and develop original research on aquaculture and destructive fisheries, by:
   1. Conducting original desk-based and analytical research on aquaculture species, production systems and feed ingredients.
   2. Producing research outputs, reports and policy recommendations based on scientific evidence and analysis, working with external stakeholders including academics.
2. To translate research findings into policy positions, recommendations and campaign plans, by:
   1. Working with colleagues to formulate policy recommendations and advocacy strategies based on research findings, and tailor these to opportunities and audience.
   2. Producing content for social media, blogs, op eds and press releases, working with colleagues in communications, as required.
   3. Monitoring industry and policy developments and spot emerging opportunities for influence.
3. To build relationships with other civil society groups, policy makers and industry, by:
   1. Representing Feedback and the campaign in external networks, and deputizing for senior staff as required.
   2. Participating in European and global coalitions, networks and conversations.
4. Deliver smooth and effective project management of the campaign, working with the Project Director (Head of Policy) and other colleagues, by:
   1. Administering the campaign budget.
   2. Managing external contractors or campaign interns as appropriate.
   3. Supporting fundraising and reporting to donors as required.
5. Take on other research and policy tasks in wider Feedback programmes, committing to extending learning and understanding to new issues and topics.

Person specification

To deliver in this role you will need to have:

• Good knowledge and understanding of (either gained through study or on the job experience) in global fisheries, aquaculture science or marine science.
• Experience in research methodologies and drawing evidence-based conclusions from research.
• An interest in and understanding of how policy and/or corporate change happens, and the role of campaigning in creating change.
• A passion for creating environmental and climate change, and at least 2 years’ experience achieving corporate and policy change on environmental issues.
• Flexibility and resilience – the ability to manage multiple priorities and to pivot rapidly to take advantage of emerging opportunities.
• Excellent communication skills – in particular, persuasive and accurate writing skills and experience translating evidence into accurate and engaging prose.
• A self-starter with a can-do attitude, flexibility and adaptability, willing to pitch in on delivery and help colleagues across the team, recognising that Feedback is a small, nimble organisation with fast-changing priorities.
• A commitment to Feedback’s values - we are bold, collaborative, impact-driven, celebratory and inspiring - and to our goal of ecological regeneration through changing the food system.

How to apply

Please submit, in Word or pdf format, a CV/resume and cover letter (no more than 2 sides of A4 each) explaining how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work at Feedback in this role. Please note, all candidates will need to have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.

Closing date for applications is 7th December at midnight. Applications received after this point will not be considered.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified on 10th December.

Interviews will be held online via Zoom on 15th or 16th December and will include a short, written task to be prepared in advance of the interview. There may be an informal second stage interview if required.

DFI Transparency Initiative - Research Assistant

Salary: £27,000 - 30,000 depending on experience

Fixed term contract (12 months)

UK based/remote working

Publish What You Fund is the global campaign for aid and development transparency. We envisage a world where aid and development information is transparent, available and used for effective decision-making, public accountability and lasting change for all citizens. We are now looking for a Research Assistant to support our DFI Transparency Initiative and in particular our initial assessment of DFI transparency.

Job summary

Publish What You Fund is looking for a detail-oriented, numerate Research Assistant to support our work on development finance institution (DFI) transparency. The immediate priority is to produce the forthcoming initial assessment of the transparency of leading DFIs, which is based on the DFI Transparency Tool that was recently launched by Publish What You Fund. This work includes assisting with methodology development, supporting data collection and analysis for the assessment; assisting with stakeholder engagement; contributing to drafting the assessment report; and supporting the launch of the report and other communications.

The Research Assistant will also provide broader research and administrative support for the DFI Transparency Initiative. This may include contributing to supplementary pieces of research and developing publications for communications such as blogs. It also includes making and maintaining connections with people working on DFI transparency and related issues in academic, advocacy or policy settings.

The position is offered on a twelve month fixed term contract. This is a UK-based position with remote working and visits to London office.

Roles and responsibilities

1. Assist with the production of the forthcoming initial assessment of DFI transparency, including:

• Supporting the development of the methodology for Publish What You Fund’s initial assessment of DFI transparency.
• Supporting data collection for the assessment.
• Liaising with stakeholders including DFIs and civil society to build engagement with the assessment process.
• Contributing to data analysis and drafting for the assessment report, DFI briefs, and other communications products.
• Supporting the assessment report launch, including fact-checking, editing, proof-reading and event support.

2. Provide general research and administrative support to the DFI Transparency Initiative team, including:

• Making and maintaining contact with relevant stakeholders including DFIs, civil society, and private sector development actors.
• Supporting the research team in arranging and attending research interviews.
• Contributing to administrative tasks within the team including taking minutes for team meetings.
• Building and maintaining networks of contacts in DFI transparency and related fields.

Essential skills and experience

• Basic understanding of development finance institutions (DFIs), and how they operate.
• Experience in primary data collection and analysis from a variety of sources, including quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Clear and concise writing style, including ability to describe research findings and analysis in non-technical language.
• Confidence and fluency when dealing with colleagues and external stakeholders.
• The ability to take initiative and deliver on time.

Desirable skills and experience

• Experience in writing for public audiences.
• Experience and knowledge of the international aid system and aid projects.
• Experience and knowledge of transparency and open government initiatives.
• Experience in planning and hosting public events.
• Language skills, especially French, Spanish or Chinese.

How to apply

Applications via Publish What You Fund's website.

Research and Learning Officer (Research, Strategy and Impact Department)

UK Youth are currently looking for a dynamic and talented Research and Learning Officer to join our Strategy, Research and Impact team to support with the management and co-ordination of our evaluation and learning activity.

The new Research and Learning Officer will produce robust and insightful work with colleagues within the Strategy, Research and Impact team on a wide range of evaluation and research projects. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Strategy, Research and Impact, this role will help UK Youth evidence the impact of youth work, understand how to improve our impact, and monitor progress towards our strategic objectives.

To thrive in this role, you need a background in qualitative and quantitative research methods, and have excellent communication skills. But, we’re also interested in your enthusiasm to learn. We’re looking for a researcher with an open mind - who is keen to explore new methodologies and excited by working shoulder-to-shoulder with young people.

Who we are

UK Youth is a leading charity that exists to ensure all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives. We work with others to ensure that the youth sector is strengthened, supported, and that provision is youth-led, evidence-informed and delivers high-quality outcomes.

UK Youth plays a unique role in addressing: the lack of investment in the youth sector; the lack of cross sector understanding in how youth work makes a difference; and the limited opportunities to embed effective solutions. These factors lead to mass inequality of access to youth services for young people. To find more about us and how we make an impact, please visit UK Youth website. 

Why work at UK Youth?

We are a values-based, passionate and committed organisation offering a friendly working environment with lots of opportunities for professional development and socialising (even for those working remotely!) from lunch and learn sessions, staff quizzes to virtual coffee meet ups.

UK Youth prides itself on being an Equal Opportunity employer and we would particularly welcome applications for this role from those who identify under one of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to inclusivity, and to employing and supporting a diverse workforce. Our selection procedures ensure that people are treated on the basis of their relevant merits, experience, skills and abilities and that no individual receives more or less favourable treatment.

We welcome applications from groups currently under-represented in our organisation including BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities. We are also currently underrepresented by men, and so are seeking applications from different backgrounds, cultures, age, experience and identity to bring a wide range of experience, ideas, views and insights to UK Youth.

What can we offer you?

We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and vibrant organisational culture.

• Flexible/Agile Working

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Pension scheme (currently UK Youth match employee contributions up to 5%)

• Membership of our life insurance scheme which would pay-out up to 4 times your salary

• Employee Assistance Programme to support employees both professionally and personally

• 20% discount off bookings at Avon Tyrrell our New Forest Outdoor Centre including, camping, lodges and outdoor activities.

• Cyclescheme and Techscheme

How to apply?

If you would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity, please complete an application via our completely anonymised recruitment system (provided by Applied)

• Closing date for applications will be 23:59 on 12th Dec 2021.

• Interview dates are due to take place on TBC.

As this role involves working in a regulated environment with young people, any offer will be conditional to satisfactory background checks which include criminal record check and employment reference.

As part of the recruitment process UK Youth will be gathering and uses certain information about you. For further information regarding this please review our Data Protection Privacy Notice which explains what data of yours we process and how we use it.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Amnesty International is seeking a professional with demonstrated human rights related experience on Bangladesh to investigate, monitor and document human rights violations in the country, and to contribute to the development of country and regional strategies relating to research and campaigns on human rights concerns in Bangladesh to achieve positive human rights impact.

JOB PURPOSE

To contribute to the development and implementation of overarching research and campaigning strategies to deliver impact in relation to agreed priorities, providing research expertise, research management, political judgment and analytical, communication and representational skills.

ABOUT YOU

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• To contribute to the development of overarching research and campaigning strategies to deliver impact, and to lead on the development and implementation of specific campaigning strategies to support them, managing and coordinating actions on human rights concerns in specific countries and other geographical or thematic areas aimed at effecting change in the human rights
• To participate in the coordination of the work of the team and contribute to the overall flexibility of resource use, including through setting priorities, preparing work plans, monitoring their progress and maintaining basic budgets
• To contribute to the development of sub-regional and region-wide strategies and plans for research and campaigning and provide input into internal discussions on the Amnesty mission, policy, organizational and other issues in order to increase the effectiveness of Amnesty's work
• To take part in, where agreed, field research and other missions, specifically on information- gathering, fact-finding, analysis and assessment of human rights concerns, including in response to crisis situations; prepare, where necessary, security assessments, political and other briefings in relation to the mission for International Secretariat management, mission participants and internal or external stakeholders; and represent Amnesty International in the field.
• To monitor and analyze political and human rights developments and conduct research as appropriate into human rights contexts and individual cases, including by participating in field research and through contact with partners on the ground

Please see the attached job description for more information on responsibilities, skills and experience required.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrable experience of specialism of working on Bangladesh;
• Ability to exercise good political judgment, thorough analysis and diplomacy to develop effective strategies to impact on human rights in Bangladesh and the region;
• Ability to represent Amnesty International to external stakeholders; and to communicate Amnesty International's concerns, positions and, where relevant, strategies to external and internal stakeholders;
• Proven experience of undertaking research on human rights or related issues and writing research materials for a variety of audiences, together with an understanding of the importance of tailoring materials for various target audiences including through digital channels.
• Ability to understand and express ideas in English and, where applicable, other relevant languages, in a fluent, clear and concise way, both orally and in writing; draft text in a variety of styles, e.g., documents such as substantial reports, government correspondence and media and action materials;
• Ability to deal in a sensitive and understanding manner with a variety of people, including survivors of human rights violations and others who may be distressed;

Please see the attached job description for more information on responsibilities, skills and experience required.

ABOUT US

Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 10 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. We reach almost every country in the world.

Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they're denied. And whether we're applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we're all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.

At Amnesty International, we are passionate about what we do and we are proud of our achievements as a movement. To compensate our employees for the critical work they do, we reward them through a combination of an attractive and sector competitive salary and benefits package, high levels of engagement and involvement, and a commitment to employee development.

WHAT WE HOPE YOU WILL DO NEXT

If you are talented, passionate about human rights and want to use your skills, knowledge and experience to change the world then we would encourage you to click 'Apply for this Role' below.

Freedom, Justice, Equality. Let's get to work.

N.B. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.