The TB Europe Coalition (TBEC) is a regional advocacy network of around 240 civil society organisations and individuals from across 35 different countries in the wider European region, comprising Western and Eastern Europe, the Caucasus and Central Asia. TBEC is hosted in London by Results UK.

Established in 2009, TBEC has grown rapidly and is now increasingly recognised as the voice of the civil society in the fight against TB across the World Health Organisation (WHO) Europe Region. TBEC has two key areas of focus: first, to support civil society organisations and activists in their advocacy role at national and regional levels, and second, to coordinate and carry out evidence-based TB policy advocacy at regional and international levels.

The Role

The full-time TBEC Officer will be responsible for the communication, advocacy and capacity-building of TBEC members and represent the TBEC Secretariat in London. They are the primary liaison with members and are responsible for the management of the Coalition membership. The role, alongside TBEC’s other Secretariat staff, will be responsible for leading the delivery of TBEC’s communication strategy, TBEC advocacy and research, and capacity building activities, ranging from online webinars to country-based workshops. The person will also manage the engagement and outreach towards TBEC members and support the management of the EC grant where necessary.

Principal responsibilities:

All activities will be carried out in close coordination with the RESULTS UK TB team and the Head of TBEC Secretariat.

Advocacy and capacity building: 

• Leading on TB research and in-country training around TB advocacy in the EU member countries as outlined in the European Commission grant.
• Co-organising the delivery of many of the capacity building and advocacy activities outlined in the European Commission grant, and/or TBEC strategic documents, for example, development of issue-specific policy and advocacy briefs, policy research on best practices and relevant case studies for the network, skills-building of members via in-country workshops, bilateral visits, research trips and engagement of the coalition at various international conferences. 
• Leading on TBEC online webinars for TBEC members as outlined in the European Commission grant. 
• Representing TBEC at regional and global conferences and events, including leading the organisation of and delivery of sessions, travel logistics and support for the Board EU members as outlined in the European Commission grant.
• Leading on, in collaboration with the RESULTS UK TB Policy Officer, the provision of high-quality input to regional and global policy consultations and enquiries for TBEC as needed. 

Communications:

• Facilitating monthly TBEC Secretariat calls (setting the calls, taking minutes and facilitating input on agenda issues).
• Co-leading on the development of TBEC’s media and communication strategy, including development of new TBEC website, supporting IT maintenance and development of media toolkits etc; coordinating development/soliciting input for TBEC strategic documents. 
• Co-leading on delivery of regular and impactful communications with the network, in line with the agreed communication strategy, including engaging with TBEC members via TBEC listserve, development of TBEC press releases, engagement via social media etc. 
• Leading on aspects of communication for the network, including overseeing TBEC website, the compilation and distribution of the monthly newsletter and quarterly advocacy updates, and the network’s social media outreach, including Facebook and Twitter.
• Writing content for TBEC monthly newsletter and quarterly advocacy updates, soliciting input related to ongoing events under different project streams from other Secretariat staff. 

Liaison with TBEC Members:

• Acting as one of the main points of contact/liaison between Secretariat and TBEC membership (answering to members’ inquiries, making referrals, studying the capacity building needs and ways to address those).
• Leading on the development of the annual TBEC membership survey (consolidating input, providing the analysis of the results, etc.). 
• Providing support to TBEC members, and gathering the input from TBEC members for various internal and external consultations when applicable.
• Facilitating the acceptance of TBEC membership applications. 

Grant Management:

• Providing support with the European Commission grant as necessary.
• Providing general administrative support to the Secretariat in day-to-day functions to ensure the smooth running of the network in line with the European Commission grant objectives and deliverables.

• Keeping accurate and complete records for the European Commission grant.
• Supporting the preparation of internal monitoring and evaluation reports and inputting into periodic technical and financial reporting for the European Commission

Person Specification 

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

Skills, knowledge and experience:

• Excellent English.
• Working knowledge of Russian (spoken and written). 
• Degree in the relevant field (desirable fields include public/global health, development, international relations/politics, but this can be flexible, depending on experience).
• Experience of working in an advocacy environment, including leading on a particular issue area and building the capacity of others around this issue.
• Experience of leading coalitions of civil society organisations around a common objective/issue.
• Ability to write clearly and succinctly, for a range of audiences, including non-technical audiences, from formal reports with clear policy recommendations to short articles for social media or blogs.
• Experience of using social media platforms – Facebook, Twitter and blogs. 
• Computer literacy (with Word, Excel, PowerPoint as basics).
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Willingness and flexibility to work across a range of tasks and activities.

Personal Attributes:

• Well organised, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision.
• A high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to plan and deliver your work to meet specific objectives.
• Ability to respond flexibly to changing priorities and work to deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to travel within the region and worldwide, when appropriate.
• Ability to both lead and work well within a team and to work effectively with partners remotely, using webinar, Skype or other relevant technology, as required. 

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

• Understanding of key TB issues in the WHO European region. 

To apply for this role, please send a CV and cover letter (maximum two pages) by midnight on the 19th November. 

We are currently seeking an exceptional individual to take on the role of CORE Development Officer.

Salary Grade: £10,425 (£26,063 pro rata)

Conditions: Non-contributory pension of 5% (after six consecutive months); 10 days annual leave; 15 hour week. 2 days per week

Terms: Part-Time, 2yrs

Background to CORE

The Coalition for Race Equality brings together many of the UK's leading black and minority ethnic voluntary and community organisations for the promotion of race equality. The Secretariat for the Coalition for Race Equality will be provided by a partnership between Race on the Agenda (ROTA) and Voice4Change England (V4CE) with ROTA as the lead partner, the employer and the financially accountable body. The two organisations have close ties and significant experience of coordinating and servicing networks of BAME organisations to campaign on race equality issues.

V4CE and ROTA support the Black and Minority Ethnic Voluntary and Community Sector to enable BAME populations to actively shape collective life and to build an inclusive and equal society, free of racism and other forms of discrimination. This partnership will support CORE as a dynamic, coherent and relevant voice for policy development, campaigning and local, regional and national action. V4CE and ROTA are founder members of CORE. Both organisations are charitable companies. ROTA and V4CE both have accessible premises.

Overarching Responsibilities will include:

• Convening and facilitating meetings of CORE members and partner organisations to respond to local, regional or national issues and opportunities in raising issues of importance to BAME organisations and the people they represent.
• Working with organisations across the UK to create campaigns and messages to shift public perceptions around race and racism
• Gather, synthesise, summarise and share intelligence on relevant issues as decided by CORE members
• Develop briefings and responses to consultations in relation to key government policy and relevant development in the sector

Closing Date: The closing date for applications is 12 noon, Monday 25th November 2019 (by post or email). Successful candidates will be notified by Thursday 28th November 2019 to attend an interview, likely to be on  3rd December 2019. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

CVs will not be accepted. Applications can be made only through the ROTA application form which must be returned along with the equal opportunities monitoring form.

Volunteer Support Manager

Salary £25,000 to £28,000 per annum

Permanent, full time

Working from home with regular visits (2-4 per month) to the YE Support Centre in Oxford

We are looking for a Volunteer Support Manager, with experience of working with volunteers to deliver organisational aims and objectives, to join our small Volunteer Support Team.

This role will be responsible for developing and supporting our volunteers, ensuring they feel fully able to support the young people we work with, and implementing the centralised volunteer support element of the Young Enterprise flexible delivery model.

The successful candidate will:

• Have strong organisational skills and a willingness to carry out a wide range of tasks
• Be a team player who can also work independently
• Have excellent communication skills
• Be a strong networker with line management experience
• Have a thorough understanding of Safeguarding and DBS checks
• Be resilient, with strong problem-solving skills

Full details can be found in the attached Job Description.

If this role appeals to you, and you meet the necessary criteria, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your current CV and a covering letter (no more than 2 sides of A4) outlining your suitability for the role no later than midday on Monday 18th November 2019.  Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.  Applicants should be available to interview on Wednesday 27th November at our Oxford Support Centre if selected.

Are you an enthusiastic communicator with an excellent eye for detail and good organisational skills? If so, you could gain valuable experience as a Programme Assistant – International working in the International team within the Chevening Secretariat.

The Chevening Secretariat administers the global scholarship programme of the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO). Established in 1983, Chevening Awards support study at UK universities – mostly at Master’s degree level – for individuals with demonstrable potential to become future leaders and decision makers. Chevening Awards are currently offered in 160 countries and territories, in most regions of the world (except the European Union and the United States of America).

The Chevening programme supports FCO public diplomacy objectives by attracting individuals who have demonstrated clear leadership potential in their home regions. Award holders are selected by British Embassies/High Commissions in their home countries, and encouraged to maintain contact with the UK throughout life. Over 50,000 alumni have held Chevening Awards since the inception of the programme, many returning home to reach positions of influence in a range of sectors. The Chevening Secretariat provides high-level support for existing award holders and applicants and promotes the programme globally. It is housed at the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU).

As an Programme Assistant working with the International team, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting all members of the International team in a range of administrative duties throughout the Chevening selection cycle. This may include assisting in areas such as; the preparation of strategy & marketing plans, and support for conferences organised by the international team.
• Overseeing country mailboxes and responding to enquiries from prospective Chevening applicants throughout the year
• Providing assistance and support to the International team and other users of the online application system throughout the year
• Assisting in the preparation of a number of support and guidance documentation for British Embassies/High Commissions including; marketing materials, shortlisting guidance, interview guidance, and pre-departure briefing and guidance
• Providing administrative support on the Reading Committee assessment phase including arranging the training day, and assisting with other administrative tasks to assist reading committee members in their review of applications
• A number of other administrative tasks including updating databases and spreadsheets throughout the year. Undertaking research and other tasks for the International team as required.

Our benefits include 31 days holiday per year (including 4 Christmas closure days) plus bank holidays, competitive pension scheme (10% employer contribution plus 5% employee contribution), season ticket loan and excellent support for learning and development through a range of educational and networking activities.

At the ACU, we welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of gender, race, religion, marital status, disability, age, and sexual orientation.

As Programme Assistant International you will be employed by ACU Trading Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary.

How to apply

Closing date: 15 November 2019

Interview date: 27 November 2019

For further information and details of how to apply please visit our website.

The Governance Secretary will play an important role within the governance team at Alzheimer’s Research UK. A key element of this new role will be taking on the core responsibility for supporting our charity partner, the UK Dementia Research Institute Ltd (UK DRI Ltd). The UK DRI is the single largest initiative in dementia research ever launched in the UK and Alzheimer’s Research UK is one of the founding funders. As part of this commitment, Alzheimer’s Research UK manages the governance function of the UK DRI Ltd and this role will provide critical support in this area, enabling the Board of Trustees to carry out their important role effectively.

The Governance Secretary will have excellent experience in building strong relationships at a high level and providing a high standard of confidential support to the Board of Trustees, working closely with the Chair. They will manage a busy cycle of Board and Sub-Committees, support and produce high quality papers, have excellent minute taking skills and liaise with colleagues as necessary to deliver follow up actions.

The Governance Secretary will have the flexibility to manage a range of tasks/responsibilities whilst working within a fast-paced environment and maintaining a high level of discretion.

Reporting to the Corporate Governance Manager, this post is offered on a one-year fixed term with potential to extend. While the role can be flexible, peak times will fall around trustee and committee meetings which will require travel to London.

This is a part time; fixed term contract/secondment opportunity working a minimum of 3 days per week (22.5 hours per week), for a period of 12-months.

Main duties and responsibilities of the role:

• To act as the first point of contact for the Chairman and Trustees, providing them with high quality, confidential support that enables them to carry out their roles effectively.
• To deliver highly effective Board and Sub-Committee meetings, ensuring the smooth conduct of business. This will include the production of high-quality agendas and papers, circulation of papers to strict deadlines, attending all Board and Sub-Committee meetings, minute taking and recording actions. 
• Arrange all logistics for Board, Sub-Committee and other ad hoc meetings as required to ensure they are delivered to a high standard.
• Liaise with colleagues to support the flow of information between the Executive and the Board, liaising with them on the preparation of key reports, papers, agendas and action reports.
• To ensure all actions from Board and Sub-Committee meetings are updated in the relevant action log, communicate actions with colleagues and ensure these actions are delivered and reported back to subsequent meetings.
• Manage trustee correspondence and co-ordinate timely communications, briefings and updates for Trustees as required. 
• Maintenance of the register of Board members’ interests and any arising conflicts.
• Co-ordinate and manage the submission of regulatory returns and updates in accordance with statutory requirements and deadlines
• Present, record, file and store data (including all minutes of meetings and trustee related data) in accordance with company policy.
• Maintain and review as necessary key governance documentation, processes and policies
• Support Trustee recruitment process, induction and ongoing development of Trustees, proactively seeking out opportunities to support Trustees in their roles.
• Support the Corporate Governance Manager in other tasks as necessary to deliver best practice in governance at Alzheimer’s Research UK and the UK DRI Ltd.
• Key interface between the Trustees and the Executive Team at the UK DRI Headquarters

What we are looking for:

• Education to A-level or equivalent level of relevant experience
• A good understanding of governance issues and ability to learn about new governance and regulatory guidelines quickly and apply these to the role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent listening and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to record and present information and meeting minutes in a clear, concise and persuasive manner.
• Experience of minute taking
• Able to build rapport and demonstrate influencing, negotiation and decision-making skills and build relationships and inspire confidence and respect at all levels.
• Able to maintain discretion and confidentiality always
• Excellent attention to detail
• Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritise and coordinate workloads
• Experience working in a similar governance or secretariat role
• Experience of a fast-paced role managing multiple priorities.

Location: Granta Park, near Cambridge with regular travel to London when required

Salary: Circa £16,800 per annum, pro rata (£28,000 FTE per annum) plus benefits

Please download the Vacancy Pack for more details.

The closing date for applications is the 24th November 2019, with interviews likely to be held on either the 3rd and 5th December 2019. Please indicate in your cover letter if you are unable to attend on these dates.

In order to be considered, please create an online account using our Online Recruitment System which can be accessed through our Job Vacancies Page. You will be able to attach a CV and covering letter to your application, track your application and view other vacancies that may be of interest.

To view further details about this role and the benefits of working for us please visit the Alzheimer’s Research UK website.

ECPAT UK is recruiting a CEO to provide highly effective leadership of ECPAT UK. You will use your demonstrated skills and experience to ensure ECPAT UK’s mission and strategic objectives are achieved through excellent organisational management and administration. As CEO, you will maintain and develop external relationships and use your strategic vision to lead the organisation through an exciting period of evolution. The CEO of ECPAT UK is a central player in the fight against child trafficking, with the opportunity to make a real and lasting difference to the lives of very many children around the UK and internationally.

About ECPAT UK

Every Child Protected Against Trafficking (ECPAT UK) is a leading children's rights organisation working to protect children from trafficking and transnational exploitation. We support children everywhere to uphold their rights and to live a life free from abuse and exploitation.

Since its establishment as a multi-agency coalition in 1994 (registering as an independent charity in 2004) ECPAT UK has played a pivotal role in raising the awareness of policymakers, professionals and the general public in order to tackle and prevent the exploitation of children.  We work directly with victims of trafficking to support them and to enable their voices to be heard across the spectrum of debate - at all times ensuring that our work is child-centred, rights-based and that it is rooted in every child’s fundamental human right to be protected from trafficking and exploitation.

We are part of the ECPAT International network, which is present in 93 countries, working to end child exploitation.

Our vision

Children everywhere are free from exploitation, trafficking and modern slavery

Our Mission

• To improve legislation and policy to end child trafficking and transnational child exploitation
• To improve the child protection response of professionals in the UK and overseas
• To ensure that the views of children affected by exploitation are part of the solution

Our strategic priorities

1. Improve legislation and policies protecting children trafficked and exploited in the UK and overseas through research, campaigns and advocacy
2. Promote new and increased understanding of child trafficking and exploitation in the UK and internationally, with a specific focus on root causes and gaps in protection
3. Improve the practice of frontline professionals through capacity building and sharing of specialist expertise
4. Promote active and meaningful youth participation with young people and those affected by trafficking and transnational exploitation, to inform policy and practice in UK and abroad
5. Position ECPAT UK as a key knowledge hub campaigning and advocating for every child’s right to be protected against trafficking and transnational exploitation 
6. Strengthen and sustain ECPAT UK’s growth

Our team

In addition to the CEO role there are currently 11 posts, covering policy and research, parliamentary affairs and campaigns, youth programmes, projects, training, communications and media, development / fundraising, finance and administration.

Recruitment of a Chief Executive Officer

We believe this to be an exciting and crucial time in the evolution of ECPAT UK and of the fight against child trafficking and transnational exploitation.  There is an increasing awareness of the various forms that modern slavery can take, and how that interfaces with the trafficking and exploitation of children; at the same time the situation is constantly changing, and at times seemingly intractable.  It is the role of ECPAT UK and the other actors in our space to tackle this intractability and to make sure that the issue remains at the forefront of our society’s attention so that it can be addressed effectively and permanently.  The CEO of ECPAT UK is a central player in this fight, with the opportunity to make a real and lasting difference to the lives of very many children around the UK and internationally.

Job Description

Job Title: Chief Executive Officer

Location The post is based at ECPAT UK’s Office in central London

Reporting to: ECPAT UK Board of Trustees

Salary: £55,000 to £60,000 (depending on experience) plus 6% pension paid by ECPAT UK.  An additional 1% allocation to pension will be taken from your wage (this is subject to change due to pension regulations).

Working hours: This is a full-time position and work will be carried out during normal office hours from the ECPAT Office. However the pattern of hours may vary according to operational needs and travel requirements, including overseas travel where appropriate.

Contract: Permanent after probationary period (6 months). The post requires a satisfactory DBS check.

Annual Leave: 28 days per annum plus statutory holidays.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

1 Leading and managing the organisation

• To ensure that a long-term strategy, reviewed and approved by the trustees, is in place to guide the organisation in achieving its objectives.
• To ensure the production of appropriate business plans to implement and achieve the strategies agreed by the board.
• To ensure that the organisation has the human, material, financial and research resources it needs to operate effectively.
• To ensure that ECPAT UK has the right management systems and structures to carry out its work effectively, accountably and safely.
• To build the internal culture of ECPAT UK and strengthen the organisation by ensuring that staff are suitably equipped, provided with training, appraised in their work and given opportunities for professional development.
• To review with staff all new developments for the organisation and proactively research and promote ways to increase ECPAT UK’s influence and impact.

2 Promoting the mission and strategic objectives of the organisation

• To represent ECPAT UK in a variety of settings including government, industry and NGO partnership work and to ensure that all internal and external stakeholders are aware of ECPAT UK’s mission, vital activities and success.
• To protect and enhance the reputation of the organisation and at all times model the highest ethical standards and ensure that ECPAT UK maintains the highest quality of work.
• To take appropriate steps to protect the organisation from risk, including undertaking an annual risk audit.
• To represent the organisation, including speaking at conferences and participating in national and international fora and meetings.
• To ensure that ECPAT UK is well profiled in the media
• To manage the links with the ECPAT International Secretariat and other ECPAT groups worldwide.

3 Advocating for children and young people

• To be committed, at all times, to working for the best interests of children.
• To ensure that the views of children and young people are represented both in the external arena and within the organisation.

4 Overseeing income generation

• To work with staff to ensure income targets are set, effective fundraising strategies and activities are implemented and that the organisation is able to capitalise on its income generation activities.
• To meet with key funders regularly ensuring that supporters are kept up to date with work and recognised for their contributions.
• To research new funding sources and work with fundraising staff to bid for contracts, apply for funding and new work, and proactively seek out new funding partnerships.

5 Exercising financial stewardship and governance; ensuring organisational effectiveness

• To ensure that the annual budget and projected income and expenditure are set, monitored and regularly assessed.
• To ensure that ECPAT UK is in a position to fulfil its financial obligations under the Company and Charity Laws.
• To ensure that the annual accounts and Directors’ report are completed, audited, approved by Trustees and submitted to Companies House and the Charity Commission annually.
• To ensure that the responsibilities of Company Secretary are discharged appropriately.

• To oversee operations to ensure efficiency, quality, service, and cost-effective management of resources.
• To ensure that the culture of quality improvement is maintained, ensuring that evaluation (external and internal) processes are carried out which measure the success of ECPAT UK’s programmes of work and that staff refine or change programmes in response to that information.

6 Working with the Board of Trustees

• To support the Chair and the Board of Trustees in formulating and regularly reviewing the organisation’s vision, mission and values.
• To develop, in partnership with the trustees, a long-term strategy for the organisation within the vision, mission and values established by the board.
• To review and develop, with the board, the organisation’s policy proposals and activity and adequately monitor annual plans, targets and performance.
• To report to the board on organisational progress, providing information on targets and organisational performance.
• To establish, with the Chair, the annual calendar for board and subcommittee meetings. 

Person Specification

ESSENTIAL

1. Highly motivated with strong leadership qualities and experience of managing staff, programmes and projects in a non-governmental organisation (charity, development agency or human rights organisation).
2. Sound understanding of ECPAT UK’s key policy issues
3. Experience of representing an organisation to others, ranging from grass roots activists to government officials.
4. Experience of working collaboratively with external organisations whilst maintaining the unique vision of the charity
5. Experience of fundraising from trusts, governmental and/or corporate sources.
6. Experience of developing and managing budgets.
7. Good written communication skills, including fluent spoken and written English.
8. Excellent interpersonal skills, particularly in staff leadership, management and development.
9. Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines and to react quickly when unexpected demands from the external environment occur
10. A willingness to ‘roll up the sleeves’, working flexibly within a small inter-disciplinary team
11. Ability to work pro-actively and reactively with all forms of media
12. Sensitivity to issues of children, gender orientation, race and religion and commitment to ensuring equal opportunities.
13. Education at degree level or equivalent
14. Willingness to travel abroad and to work outside usual office hours if necessary.

DESIRABLE

1. Knowledge of voluntary sector governance practice
2. Proven track record of influencing governmental/inter-governmental policy.
3. Experience of working internationally and/or in children’s rights and campaigning for change
4. Experience in, and understanding of, different methods for measuring, demonstrating and communicating successful outcomes
5. Working knowledge of / fluency in a second language

Recruitment process

A CV, plus a two-page personal statement demonstrating how you meet the person specification, should be submitted by 9am on 2nd December.

Shortlisting will take place during the week of 2nd December, with shortlisted candidates being notified by 11th December. 

Interviews will take place at ECPAT UK’s offices (81A Endell Street, London WC2H 9DX) during the week commencing 16th December (precise date to be confirmed).

The process will consist of a panel interview, to include a presentation.  Shortlisted applicants will be informed of the presentation topic at the point of notification.

The Eve Appeal

Director of Finance and Culture

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000

Hours: Full time – 35 hours a week

Contract: Permanent

Location: London, W14

To start: ASAP

Application deadline: Wednesday 20th November 2019

PLEASE NOTE: As we would ideally like to fill this position soon, the advertisement will be withdrawn if we find a suitable candidate before the closing date.

The Eve Appeal is the only UK national charity raising awareness and funding research into the five gynaecological cancers – womb, ovarian, cervical, vulval and vagina. We were set up to save women’s lives by funding ground-breaking research focused on developing effective methods of risk prediction, earlier detection and developing screening for these women-only cancers.

We are looking for a Director of Finance and Culture to join our dynamic team at The Eve Appeal, with have prime responsibility for finance, HR, corporate services (including IT and facilities management), risk governance and programme delivery.

You’ll need to be motivated, flexible and well-organised, with a problem solving approach and the ability to multitask. This is a challenging but varied role – you’ll write papers for Board of Trustee meetings, ensure our next contract with our IT providers is fit for purpose, evaluate our progress in ensuring Eve is a great place to work and deliver our annual accounts and audit – so it’ll suit someone who enjoys working across different areas and is able to manage competing priorities.

If you’d like any more information about the role, please contact Ami Woods via The Eve Appeal website.

To apply please send a covering letter or supporting statement explaining how you match the person specification for this role and your CV, either through the Charity Job website or to Ami Woods via The Eve Appeal website

Founded in 1903, Fauna & Flora International (FFI) is the world’s longest established international conservation organisation. Our vision is to create a sustainable future for the planet where biodiversity is conserved by the people living closest to it. We aim to do this through the conservation of threatened species and ecosystems worldwide, choosing solutions that are sustainable, based on sound science and take account of human needs. We have become a trusted entity in the world of conservation. Today FFI is active in over 40 countries.

FFI is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Technical Specialist, Forest Carbon.  You will play a vital role in the technical design and implementation of pioneering REDD+ projects in high carbon stock and high conservation value landscapes in Liberia, Vietnam and Mozambique.  You will be responsible for leading the field and desk-based work required for preparation of VCS and Plan Vivo Project Documents (PDs); play a key role in the strategic and technical work required for integration of these project-level REDD+ interventions with national / sub-national systems; contribute to the building of partner capacities in forest carbon accounting and sustainable forest management, at local and national levels; and contribute to the development of new climate finance opportunities within FFI’s terrestrial and marine programmes.

You will have strong technical skills relevant to the development of Project Documents (PDs) for the voluntary REDD+ projects, and the nesting of project level REDD+ activities within evolving national forest carbon accounting systems.  In particular, you will have direct experience of the development and validation/verification of projects using the VM0007 REDD+ Methodology Framework (REDD-MF) or similar VC methodologies.  You will demonstrate the ability to think holistically and to work collaboratively with field staff and technical specialists from diverse disciplines to effectively integrate the forest carbon elements of REDD+ projects with the social and biodiversity components.  You will have a thorough understanding of national REDD+ processes with respect to development of Reference Emission Levels and Monitoring, Reporting and Valuation (MRV) systems, and approaches to Jurisdictional and Nested REDD+ (JNR), and direct experience of supporting the development of national policies relevant to REDD+ in one or more tropical forest countries.

In return, the role offers the opportunity to work within a ground-breaking and entrepreneurial organisation, at the forefront of global conservation. In addition, FFI offers a generous pension contribution, attractive annual leave allowance and life insurance.

This position is based in FFI’s head office in Cambridge, UK, with international travel to Liberia and elsewhere as required. Our offices are located in The David Attenborough Building in central Cambridge, just a few minutes’ walk from glorious historic buildings and museums, the picturesque River Cam, the central market and shopping centre, and a host of cafés and restaurants.

The closing date for applications is Sunday, 17 November 2019.