6 months Contract 

Our Education Operations Team are looking for someone who’s creative and passionate to become the new Operations Executive (Youth Worker) in South London!

You will promote the education programmes (Achieve and Mosaic), work as a team player to provide administrative support for the programmes and work collaboratively to support young people to achieve their goals.

We are looking for individuals who engage in challenges with optimism and resilience, who are adaptive, flexible, ready to embrace change and innovation and ideally have experience in one of the below areas:

• Youth Work
• Education Sector

We are looking for someone who:

• Strong administrative skills
• Education knowledge
• Knowledge of Achieve and Mosaic programme
• Is a natural and effective communicator, passionate about delivering excellent customer service and making the right decision for young people
• Will thrive in a busy and dynamic role and is able to engage in challenges with optimism and resilience
• Is able to work efficiently and effectively to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Has experience of working on their own initiative to achieve individual and team objectives  
• Has a strong understanding of the challenges young people under 18’s from within The Trust’s target groups might face

Research Interpretation Manager

Permanent

Salary: £30,000 to £35,000 per annum plus benefits

Full time – 37.5 hours a week 

London N1

Closing date: 5 pm, January 29th 2021

Interviews: w/c 8th February 2021

Would you like to work on a unique evidence-based resource that plays a key role in advancing knowledge about preventable cancers?

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work on World Cancer Research Fund International’s Continuous Update Project (CUP). The CUP analyses global cancer prevention and survival research linked to diet, nutrition, physical activity and weight. Over the past year the project has been going through a transition period to set it up for the next phase of its development, scheduled to start in the spring of 2021.

As the Research Interpretation Manager you will play a key role in taking forward the next phase of the CUP. This will include project managing and leading on specific components of the work, as well as providing general support as part of the Secretariat. You will contribute to the development of the overall strategic approach and support the Head of Research Interpretation and the Director of Research in implementing the new strategy.

You will be educated to at least Masters degree level (with human nutrition and/or public health being the subject of either the undergraduate or postgraduate degree), have an understanding of epidemiology and biological mechanisms as applied to diet, nutrition, physical activity and weight and cancer, strong project management skills and experience of evidence synthesis and interpretation. 

This is a permanent role within the Science and Research Department at World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) International. WCRF International is a not-for-profit organisation that leads and unifies a network of cancer prevention charities based in Europe, the Americas and Asia and is responsible for cancer prevention science, policy, strategic and operational direction to the network charities. 

Application Details:
If you are interested in this role and feel you possess the necessary requirements, please submit a current CV and covering letter (maximum 2 pages) by the closing date. You must have current right to work in the UK.

Please note: Your cover letter should highlight how your skills and experience will benefit WCRF International and equip you for the role.Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are only able to provide feedback to shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. 

A forward thinking international development charity is looking for an experienced and innovative legacies manager who can develop on their successful but fledgling legacies programme.

Job specification

• Lead the legacy marketing strategy
• Grow the legacy programme via a warm supporter base
• Manage Gifts in Wills mailings, regular legacy engagement, communications and events
• Manage a legacy administrator
• Work across team functions to raise the profile and understanding of legacies and marketing opportunities
• Reporting directly to the Head of Public Fundraising

Person specification

• Experience of running a successful legacy programme
• A passion for legacy campaigns
• Experience of creating new initiatives and bring them to senior stakeholders
• Budget management experience
• Project management experience
• Able to work with high levels of autonomy

Start date of 1 April 2021. Please apply with your CV in the first instance.

                               

To apply for this role, please click Apply with Charityjob to submit your CV to Janice Hardy at QuarterFive Fundraising Recruitment. If your experience is a good fit, we will send you a job description and arrange a briefing call or meeting that will provide you with all the information required to formally apply. QuarterFive aims to proactively support your job search, so we may also consider your details for other job vacancies to enable us to find a position that is most suitable for you.

Your new company
A social welfare charity that have seen rapid growth in the last 6-12 months.

Your new role
The Data Officer role is a new role to support this growth and the post holder will primarily assist on the ongoing development, maintenance and operation of the organisation's CRM system (Salesforce). The Data Officer will support all teams with data cleaning and entry tasks, alongside supporting the Impact, Research and Data Manger in data collection and analysis. The post holder will be comfortable working with unfamiliar software and developing systems and process to support the use of software by a range of stakeholders. They will be a good problem solver as the role will support all teams in the Charity to organise data so it can be used effectively.

What you'll need to succeed

• Collating and cleaning data using a range of software
• Liaising with teams across the organisation (particularly the Fundraising Team) to understand their CRM (Salesforce) requirements and work with the Salesforce administrators and external organisations to implement these requirements
• Supporting teams to develop and implement processes for storing data in the CRM
• Maintain data in the CRM system - developing processes for checking data is upto-date and reliable
• Respond to CRM queries and cover Salesforce administrative tasks when Salesforce administrators are on leave
• Support all teams to pull reports and data from the CRM system
• Develop workflow and process documents and communicate these to stakeholders
• Support on the visualisation of data for a range of purposes
• Support on qualitative and quantitative data collection
• Ad-hoc administrative support
• MUST HAVE GREAT EXPERIENCE WITH SALESFORCE

What you'll get in return
A competitive salary and the opportunity to be part of an organisation that is going through exponential growth.

What you need to do now
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HEAD OF HR

CARDINAL HUME CENTRE, WESTMINSTER, LONDON
FULL-TIME, £45,000 PA 

CLOSING DATE: Monday 1st February

FIRST INTERVIEWS: 16th and 19th February

• Are you passionate about preventing and tackling youth and family homelessness?
• Can you use your HR knowledge and leadership skills to help our Centre reach its full potential?
• Can you help build and champion a diverse, values-led team?

Over the past thirty years the Cardinal Hume Centre has seen substantial growth.  Based in Westminster we work hard for homeless young people, insecurely housed families and their children.  Last year, over 1600 people used our different services.

We have made real improvements in recent years, but we know we face challenging times.  In nearly all its forms, homelessness is increasing and in Westminster around a third of families live in poverty. People face the highest housing costs in the country, a challenging labour market and rising levels of violent crime.  Some of those we support come from care or broken relationships, some are seeking asylum, safety and support. 

Throughout the pandemic we have kept our services open, helping over 900 individuals and families since the lockdown began. Our commitment to this work means we have sustained our income during a difficult period.  We know however that the challenges of Covid-19 are not for the short term, and particularly now, our response is too important to be left to chance.

We are therefore changing our approach. We want to focus far more of our efforts on young people, children and families.  To tackle homelessness, poor housing and poverty at a young age and break its cycle into later life.  We want to see the value in each individual and nurture potential, helping young people and families to thrive.

It is a deliberately preventative strategy that requires a strong team.  The translation of new values, goals and objectives needs to be backed by the development of our staff.  We want to build a united, values led team and a Centre that meaningfully supports the progress of everyone that works for us.  Just as want to value the potential in our clients, so too do we need to value the potential in our staff and volunteers.  

As part of this we now want to recruit a new Head of HR.  Of course the role will include responsibility and management of our HR policies and processes, but alongside this will be leadership of a people strategy to build and develop a successful team.  In particular we need this role to champion diversity across the Centre and help us build leadership that more actively reflects the community we serve.

It is of course vitally important that you have professional expertise and experience of working in a similar or stand-alone role.  But equally important is a passion for the Centre’s mission, its values and an enthusiastic and collaborative approach.  We particularly want to encourage people from black and minority ethnic and other underrepresented groups to apply for this role and to support our efforts to build a more diverse and skilled leadership team.

You can find out more details and apply on our website.  For further information or a confidential discussion regarding the role please contact our CEO

You may have experience of the following: Head of HR, Human Resources, HR, Head of Human Resources, Organisational Development, HR Director, OD, Employment Law, CIPD, Consultant, Senior HR Manager, HRBP, Director of Human Resources, Strategy, Employee Relations, HR Business Partner, Charity, Charities, NFP, Not for Profit, etc.

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Job Title:  Head of People

Responsible to:  Chief Operating Officer

Salary:  £40K,000 per annum

Tenure:  Permanent

Benefit:  8% Employer’s Pension Contribution 

Hours:  Full time 37.5 hours per week 

Location: This role is based out of our central london office but your time can be split between here and working from home.

Purpose of job

You will create and lead a people development strategy for the organisation, promoting best practice around recruitment, training and management of staff and volunteers.

You will oversee HR policies and work with senior management to deliver strategic HR projects and organisational change.

You will advise on and ensure the Party’s compliance with employment legislation and our internal complaints and disciplinary procedures.

You will be our leading advocate for an improved workplace, staff wellbeing, effective communication, and engagement of staff and volunteers across the Party.

Key Responsibilities

1. Create and lead a people development strategy for staff and volunteers across the Party, working closely with the Chief Operating Officer and senior

Management.

1. Ensure our payroll is run accurately and on time each month.

2. Oversee our HR policies and work to embed best practice with all employees around recruitment, training, performance, management and wellbeing.

3. Lead on strategic HR projects and support the Senior Leadership team in delivering organisational change.

4. Oversee our employee training programme.

5. Provide advice on employment law and HR policies to staff and the wider Party.

6. Continually improve our HR processes, policies and structures.

7. Manage a team that includes a People Officer, an HR Administrator and a Wellbeing Officer.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Skills and Experience

1. Experience in senior HR role(s) and in helping lead strategic projects and developing people across an organisation.

2. Excellent knowledge of HR policies, processes and UK employment law.

3. Experience of managing employee relations cases.

4. Excellent eye for detail and comfortable with numbers. Experience in running in house or working with an outsourced payroll provider is a must.

5. Proven ability to manage complex projects with many stakeholders, developing positive working relationships and anticipating problems before they arise.

6. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to adapt your working style to different people.

7. Excellent communication skills - both written and oral. You must be digitally savvy and be comfortable with using G suite or Microsoft tools to present ideas and influence.

8. Diplomacy, patience, resilience, integrity and discretion.

Desirable Skills and Experience

1. Experience using commercial HR software such as Cezanne.

2. Experience of leading a training programme for employees and/or volunteers.

3. A commitment to the aims and values of the Liberal Democrats.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE 

For questions and further details, and to submit an application by attaching: 

1. A copy of your CV; including complete work history.

2. A Covering Letter; no more than 2 pages of A4 in length, indicating clearly how your experience and skills meet the criteria stated in the job and person specification. Please also write your name on top of your supporting statement.

We will be reviewing applications as they come in and reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date

Please note: We will not be able to employ you if you are not eligible to work in the UK. We will not be able to obtain a work permit on your behalf.

Applicants are encouraged to inform us if any reasonable adjustments are needed to be made during any part of the recruitment process. 

Please let us have details of your current salary and two referees including one from your current employer – if you would prefer us not to contact them until a later stage of the selection process, please let us know. 

The Liberal Democrats are equal opportunity employers and particularly welcome applications from groups who are currently under-represented in our staff.

 

The Liberal Democrats are committed to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of all of our staff. That’s why we’ve taken the Time to Change Employer Pledge. We encourage applications from persons with experience of mental health and are committed to supporting our employees to fulfil their potential and perform at their best in work.”

Harris Hill are working alongside an amazing charity who are looking for an experienced Head of Finance & Internal Operations

The successful candidate will lead a small, dedicated team of staff that takes care of several functions including, IT, office administration, and HR. You will have the ability to motivate the team and fully support them by rolling up your sleeves and applying your critical thinking & experience to contribute to the everyday operations of the charity. They are a "hands-on" charity, and you must enjoy getting stuck in.

When it comes to the charity's finances you will be the most senior person in the team, maintaining the foundations and be that vital link between the Senior Management Team and the Board of Trustees. You will also work closely with the Chief Executive to help maintain open communications with the Board of Trustees ensuring all regulatory requirements are adhered to.

This role requires someone with proven experience in all areas of finance and administration. As a fully qualified accountant, you will have significant knowledge of financial and management accounting, you will also apply your commercial and pragmatic mind to financial analysis & control, budget management, compliance, data management, and preparing papers for senior management and trustees. You will manage the annual budgeting and re-forecasting processes and be responsible for communicating accurate monthly management information.

Key responsibilities will include:-
Finance
Governance
Membership Provisions
IT
Office Management
HR

Fundamental Requirements Include:
Qualified (ACA, ACCA and CIMA) with at least 5 years post qualification experience (with 2 years plus experience in the Charity Sector)
Excellent communication/leadership skills
Strong experience in general office administration
Advanced Excel Skills

Position:  Programmes Coordinator (Temporary)

Location:  London

Status:  Full-time, temporary (9 months, with a possibility of extending to 12 months)

Reports to:  Chief Programmes Officer (CPO)

Deadline to Apply:  28 January 2021

I. Position Summary:

The Programmes Coordinator provides extensive support to the Chief Programmes Officer (CPO) and the wider Programmes Department. Key responsibilities include providing support to the CPO with scheduling, travel, expense reports, as well as administering critical aspects of Malala Fund’s Programmes Department, project managing special initiatives, facilitating departmental coordination (including meeting management), providing logistical support for physical and virtual meetings with grantees and programme participants and corresponding with internal and external parties.

Excellent communication skills, time and priority management, strong attention to detail and discretion are essential for this role.

II.  Responsibilities:

Executive Support 

• Plans and coordinates diary scheduling for the Chief Programmes Officer (CPO).

• Compiles and helps prepare pre-read documents, interview briefs and trip information to ensure the CPO is well prepared for all meetings and events. 

• Manages critical deadlines and special projects for the CPO to ensure smooth implementation.

• Supports other members of the department’s Senior Leadership Team with logistical support for special projects. 

• Provides logistical support for travel, including booking air travel, hotels, visas and preparing expense reports. 

• Performs other administrative functions as necessary to best facilitate the CPO’s ability to effectively lead the Programmes Department and support Malala Fund’s Executive Leadership Team. 

Departmental Administration and Coordination

• Manages the Programmes team’s meeting schedule and agenda, takes notes, tracks departmental decisions and action items and prioritises conflicting needs to follow projects through to successful completion. Works cross-departmentally to ensure coordination across projects.

• Builds, maintains and manages excellent relationships with all members of the Programmes and Executive Leadership Team, grantees and other stakeholders. 

• Leads on logistics for group events and supports the Programmes Team in trip scheduling and event logistics, including booking travel and securing visas. 

• Coordinate and administer all departmental contracts, invoices, translations and consultant recruitment.

• Ensures key Programmes contacts are captured and recorded in a Salesforce database. 

• Compiles Programmes data as written summaries for internal and external stakeholders. 

• Helps facilitate onboarding of new Programmes Team staff members. 

Programmes Support

• As directed by the department’s Senior Leadership Team, project-manages projects for the Programmes department to ensure quality and timely delivery of objectives. 

• Develops and implements streamlined processes for furthering efficiencies in team systems.

• Conducts desk research as necessary to advance programme development and expansion. 

• Provides scheduling support to senior members of the team as required. 

Organisational Culture

• Upholds the values of Malala Fund.

• Actively contributes to making Malala Fund a diverse and equitable workplace through inclusive practice and openness to different perspectives, cultures and ideas. 

• Maintains behaviour and conduct that uphold the highest standards for safeguarding, professionally and personally.

• Acts as a role model for a ‘learning organisation’ culture by seeking insight and using problems as opportunities to learn.

III. About the Ideal Candidate 

Skills and Knowledge (Essential)

• Experience managing communications for high-level political, business and non-profit officials in the UK and/or the US and preferably internationally.

• Experience handling sensitive and confidential information with the highest level of discretion.

• Familiarity of project management, including planning, coordination and monitoring. 

• Experience planning and managing events, including facilities and external vendor contracts. 

• Experience managing complicated domestic and international logistics – ideally with experience securing travel visas.

Skills and Knowledge (Desirable)

• Formal certification in project management such as PRINCE2 or similar.

Experience and Qualifications (Essential)

• Superior organisation, prioritisation and project management skills with high attention to detail.

• Resourcefulness and ability to work independently and with excellent judgment, taking ownership of a wide range of responsibilities.

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

• Availability to occasionally travel both domestically and internationally as needed.

• Pre-existing authorisation to work in the United Kingdom (given temporary nature of position).

Experience and Qualifications (Desirable)

• Experience of operating in international settings, especially any of Malala Fund’s programmatic countries.

• Experience  with any of the following would be a plus: budget management, large event management, or travel security protocols. 

Behaviours

• Strong commitment to Malala Fund’s mission, purpose and values.

• Strong commitment to gender equality, racial justice and other social justice issues. 

• Strong commitment to professional development and continued learning. 

• Excellent team player with ability to work independently and in collaboration with colleagues at all levels across departments and external stakeholders. 

IV. About Malala Fund

Registered as a public charity in the U.K. and U.S., Malala Fund is working toward a world where all girls can learn for 12 years and lead without fear. We advocate for resources and policy changes needed to give all girls a secondary education. The girls we serve have high goals for themselves — and we have high expectations for leaders who can help them. We invest in developing country education leaders and frontline organizations — the people who best understand girls in their communities — in regions where most girls are missing out on secondary school. We amplify girls’ voices. Malala Fund is building a movement of young education activists who, like Malala, speak truth to power around the world.
 

V. How to Apply

Before 28 January 2021, please submit your resume and covering letter, outlining how you meet the requirements of the role, through the “Programmes Coordinator” position on Malala Fund’s hiring page.

Please note that due to the very high number of applications we receive when positions are posted, we are only able to respond directly to candidates with whom we wish to move forward in the interview process.

Malala Fund is an inclusive organisation and welcomes applications from under-represented and intersectional groups including BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities. We are seeking people from different backgrounds, cultures, age, experience and identity, to provide a wide range of experience, ideas, views and insights into the strategy, policies, culture and ambitions of Malala Fund.

Malala Fund is committed to ensuring the safety of those involved in our work. Our first priority is protecting everyone who comes in direct or indirect contact with our organisation. Malala Fund has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and exploitation by any of our staff, representatives or partners. We commit to ensuring that those who work with Malala Fund or on our behalf are able to work in an environment that is free from harm. To this end, Malala Fund reserves the right to conduct background checks on prospective and current employees.

Fundraising & Engagement Assistant

(Full-time, permanent)

£27,648.03 rising on an annual incremental basis. War on Want also offers

a 6% contributory pension scheme

Based in London office or home based depending on Covid-19 restrictions

War on Want is a dynamic, radical organisation that runs hard-hitting campaigns against the root causes of poverty and human rights violation. We work in partnership and active solidarity with grassroots groups around the world, as part of the movement for global justice.

We are seeking a Fundraising & Engagement Assistant to provide support across the Income and Engagement team and help to boost our activities. The successful candidate will work across a range of exciting new projects, and support the roll out of new systems for supporter engagement and data management. The Assistant will take on leadership of crucial day to day supporter care and supporter data management processes; help us to research and approach new potential major funders; and have the opportunity to contribute to the management of War on Want’s external communications activities and social media channels.

This an opportunity for a committed non-profit professional early in their career to gain experience of a wide range of fundraising and communications functions in the context of an international human rights organisation. The post-holder will have significant opportunities for professional development, and will play a vital role in driving forward War on Want’s work for human rights around the world.

Application deadline:  12 noon, Friday 12 February 2021

Date for interviews:  Expected w/c 22nd Feb, but applications will be reviewed on rolling basis

War on Want welcomes applications from all members of the community. We strive to be an equal opportunities employer.

Please note that we can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK.  We are unable to sponsor working visa applications.

Two posts available for Counsellor/Mental Health Practitioners to join our team delivering to Primary & School-aged Children and Young People.

Counsellor/Mental Health Practitioner x 1

17.5 hours pw

Working in schools across the London Borough of Croydon

£29,828 (pro rata FTE 35hrs pw)

Start date: 22nd February 2021, Fixed term until 17.12.21 in first instance

Counsellor/Mental Health Practitioner x 1

35 hours pw Maternity Cover

Working in schools across the London Borough of Croydon

£29,828

Start date: 22nd March 2021, Fixed term until 10.09.21

Closing date for all applications: 10am on Friday 29th January 2021

Interview dates: 9th and 10th February

Croydon Drop In and Off The Record are established, award-winning providers of advice, information, guidance and counselling to the community of Croydon and we are committed to improving the welfare of local children, young people and families.

This is a great time to join the team with excellent opportunities to keep shaping delivery of the service and make a real difference to better emotional wellbeing in school communities.

The project’s initiation followed the Green Paper ‘Transforming Children & Young People’s Mental Health’ and since January 2019 NHS South West London Partnership has led the Mental Health in Schools project across the six boroughs of Croydon, Merton, Sutton, Wandsworth, Richmond and Kingston.

CDI/OTR jointly manage the Wave 2 Mental Health Support Team in Croydon and we are now recruiting for 2 practitioners to join us. Our team currently consists of four Education Wellbeing Practitioners, two counsellors, a Clinical Lead/ Supervisor and an Administrator.

MHSTs  work within a cluster of primary & secondary schools with a combined population of 8,000 pupils. The remit is to deliver early intervention around common mental health issues and on preventative work around the issue of serious youth violence. MHSTs work with educators on a Whole School Approach to improving emotional well-being/mental health.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of infants, children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

CDI and OTR work towards Equality of Opportunity. To maintain the diversity of our team we welcome applications from all sections of the community particularly individuals from the Black and Minority Ethnic Communities

Registered Charities No.1049307 & 1051144

RESEARCH POLICY MANAGER

(Please note, this role is known internally as FUNDING POLICY AND GOVERNANCE MANAGER)

Location: Stratford, London office-based (with opportunities to work 1-2 days from home, other flexible-working requests can also be considered if they meet the business need) - home-based working during the pandemic period

Contract type: Permanent, full-time (part-time hours considered; 3-4 days minimum per week)

Salary: £34,000 - £38,000 per annum dependent on experience

Application method: Please provide a cover letter and CV

Closing date: Sunday 31st January 2021, 23:55pm - please note, we will be shortlisting applications on an on-going basis so we encourage applicants not to wait until the closing date to submit an application where possible

Are you a sharp-minded individual with knowledge or experience of research funding or funding policy implementation that can help us beat cancer?

Cancer Research UK is the world's leading cancer charity dedicated to saving lives through research. CRUK's goal is to raise survival to 3 in 4 by 2034. Our Research Operations department is pivotal to ensuring we continue to fund and support a wealth of innovative, world-class scientists and cancer research that will make this a reality. CRUK has an important role in promoting a positive research environment which fosters world-class science and innovation. You will be part of a proactive team, coordinating research funding policy issues and solutions, engaging with our research community, learning lessons and implementing best practice, liaising with teams across Cancer Research UK and other funders/sector bodies to influence policy positions and bring about positive change

The key responsibilities you can expect to have are…

• Working across CRUK's Research & Innovation directorate and with our research community, drive the development of new or amended policy positions in areas such as research culture, equality, diversity and inclusion in research, open access and research assessment;

• Providing research policy and governance expertise and advice throughout the funding process by:

o Working with other team members to develop, implement and monitor CRUK's funding policies and governance structures;

o Engaging with other funding bodies and regulatory bodies to ensure that CRUK applies, and contributes to the development of, best practice research policies; and

o Monitoring grantees' post-award compliance with grant conditions, including working with the Research Evaluation team and research institutions to monitor open access compliance.

• Providing expert advice in relation to research policy and grant conditions queries, developing and maintaining strong relationships across teams;

• Development of new or amended policy positions in emerging areas e.g. research culture, equality, diversity and inclusion in research, open access and research assessment;

• Keeping abreast of developments in the sector and communicate new developments as appropriate

• Responding to research policy and governance queries from a range of external stakeholders, including researchers, applicants, and university administration staff, to support the application submission procedure;

• Providing relevant insights to the Senior Policy & Governance Manager and Senior Research Grants Managers to inform operational processes;

• Driving the development of policy and governance improvements across overall funding process, ensuring consistency across the portfolio and suggesting solutions for any identified risks.

Some of the experience we are looking for includes…

• Experience working for a funding body or a recipient of grant funding with a focus on scientific research

• Influencing and negotiation skills to bring about change within an organisation

• Operational and organisational skills, ideally within a grant funding environment, with experience of developing and delivering project plans.

• Experience of drafting and implementing processes and policies

• Understands and supports the principles of CRUK's research objectives.

For a full role description, and more about Cancer Research UK, please see our candidate pack here:

Closing date: 31st January 2021, 23:55pm - please note, we will be shortlisting applications on an on-going basis so we encourage applicants not to wait until the closing date to submit an application where possible

Role purpose:

This role will work closely with all parts of the operations, communications, international and fundraising teams to drive, develop and deliver great quality content (both from the field and in the UK) for use by our fundraising and communications team in the UK and around the world.

Working with the Brand & Content Manager and wider team, the successful candidate will help deliver projects to bring the brand alive and support our fundraising, communications, international and operations teams to work within brand guidelines.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a creative talent, with excellent attention to detail. With a focus on regularly producing high quality video edits, written content and editing and curating compelling photographs, you must be highly proficient in Adobe creative suite and be able to demonstrate excellent copywriting / scriptwriting skills. You will also be a great relationship manager – particularly working closely with our operations team and operations partners.

It is also a requirement of this role to have a working knowledge of Premier Pro, Indesign, Photoshop and After Effects. With a strong creative approach, you’ll be able to pick up new ideas and concepts. The role will work across all content disciplines with a particular focus on the brand and helping others to make content effectively within brand guidelines.

The successful candidate will have experience in practical photography and film. You will need to be able to confidently pick up a camera and capture ShelterBox footage as well as being a passionate and proficient editor. This role will be required to deploy in both major disasters and pro-active content trips in the field and the UK – gathering content themselves and supporting external freelancers – once the necessary pre-deployment training has been completed and our teams are safe to travel again.

You will be self-motivated, with a can-do approach and able to confidently manage multiple projects across a variety of teams. You will be flexible in supporting the wider team, thinking strategically, with an ability to focus on both long and short-term objectives.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

Brand

• Help support and train the wider organisation to effectively create content within ShelterBox brand guidelines.
• Support the delivery of an online brand hub and updated brand guidelines.
• Support the Brand & Content Manager and Head of Brand & Content to develop a purpose led brand.
• Support a small roster of freelance creatives to adhere to brand guidelines when developing materials and assets and to stay abreast of latest brand developments.
• Help drive brand storytelling across the organisation.

Content gathering and training

Day-to-day roles

• Act as the main point of contact for fundraising, communications and international teams looking for content. Advise and create content briefs to deliver across projects.
• Work closely with the operations team to highlight content gathering opportunities and ensure we are exploring all options for great storytelling across all our live deployments.
• Develop and deliver quality content training (online and in-person) for ShelterBox staff, ShelterBox Response Teams and partners (within GDPR, consent and ethical guidelines).
• Maintain regular verbal and written contact with teams in the field to ensure that they are optimising content gathering opportunities, to provide strategic or technical support and to maintain a strong working relationship with teams.
• Review and develop content gathering processes as part of post-deployment processes and apply a continual improvement approach to ensure we’re constantly optimising our ways of working in an iterative way.
• Identify opportunities for deploying with freelancers and complete preparation processes with support from Brand & Content Manager and operations.

Deployment and UK content gathering

• Gather case studies and interviews and shoot photography and video on deployment and in the UK.
• Deploy to gather content or train partners - dependent on funding and strategic need. At times this will involve taking freelancers on agreed trips. Note: Deploying in major disasters or to partner organisations may involve operating within ERA (enhanced risk assessment) areas so role will need to be HEAT (Hostile environment awareness training) trained.

Content production

• Deliver content projects from initial briefing through to final concept working with teams across the organisation.
• Support the team to provide content for digital channels – working to weekly/fortnightly editorial meeting outcomes.
• Use raw material gathered to produce engaging content with particular focus on video for digital.
• Produce and edit film, audio and photography. Write and edit copy with digital focus but also for fundraising and communications.
• Ensure all content follows the ShelterBox brand guidelines and tone of voice. This includes feeding back to teams and agencies on projects.
• Ensure all content follows sign-off processes.

Content administration

• Manage and update Assetbank (our photo library) – or any other content sharing platform.
• Act as the key point of communication with Assetbank – working with ShelterBox IT to make sure stakeholders are able to access content.
• Update key stakeholders with weekly/monthly content round ups to ensure people are using the most recent assets.
• Help to manage our ShelterBox studio and photography, film and audio equipment for staff and volunteers.

Planning and team working

• Be an integral part of project planning.
• Use audience insights to inform plans.
• Offer knowledge of best practice and innovations from other organisations and sectors.
• Support the measurement-based approach of the Brand & Content team by contributing to monthly reporting as well as spotting trends and opportunities.
• Help to develop and implement a content strategy.
• Any other specific projects given by the Brand & Content manager.

The Development and Communications Manager is responsible for a broad range of development activities supporting Lewa’s fundraising goals.  He/she plays a critical role in designing and implementing communications to secure gifts globally; takes the lead on creating coordinated global communications plans in consultation with Lewa’s Head of Communications, based in Kenya; and builds and maintains relationships with international media houses and press to amplify Lewa’s brand visibility and messaging.

The Development & Communications Manager is a new position and key member of an effective nine-staff development team, led by the International Executive Director.  Lewa’s international team is currently based across the USA and UK, working in close collaboration with the team in Kenya.  As a result, there is scope for the role to be based in either of these countries (ideally in commutable distance of New York or London if so), or potentially elsewhere.

This position reports to the Deputy Director of Development, currently based in New York, for day-to-day management, and ultimately reports to Lewa’s International Executive Director, currently based in London.  The position sits within Lewa’s International Fundraising Department.

This challenging role demands a highly organized, detail-oriented, entrepreneurial individual with strong communications skills and the ability to work independently.  The post holder will have a solid understanding of fundraising processes and the importance of data management, nonprofit administration, budget oversight, and will be passionate about contributing to high standards of excellence.  A deep commitment and interest in wildlife conservation and environmental causes is advantageous. 

Occasional domestic and international travel will require adjustments in personal schedule.

Key Responsibilities

1. Support Fundraising Through Communications

    Work closely with Lewa’s Head of Communications and the Deputy Director of Development to:

• Develop and implement a fundraising communications plan to achieve targets that increase revenue and support the strategic direction of the organization.
• Utilize email, social media, and direct mail to create and implement an annual donor solicitation and stewardship plan for donors giving less than $10,000, representing 85% of the Intl Lewa donor base.
• Achieve an annual gift renewal target, increasing giving for this donor group by at least 10% annually.
• Contribute to the global delivery of Lewa’s key messaging to all audiences (including Lewa NextGen, our outreach to the next generation of younger conservationists). 
• Develop strategies to raise Lewa Wildlife Conservancy’s visibility globally and attract new donors via communications and events, particularly supporting expansion into new territories.

2. Media & Partner Communications Engagement

• Draft and distribute press releases and announcements to the media; schedule and conduct media interviews; provide background documents to prepare staff for interviews; respond to queries from reporters or questions from our general audience. 
• Prepare plans for deepening and expanding Lewa’s media contacts in consultation with Lewa’s Head of Communications, based in Kenya; 
• Carry out due diligence in external communications and engagement plans with potential partners, media collaboration exercises, and surface new audiences alongside fundraising opportunities.
• Attend events and ensure Lewa is well represented / raise Lewa’s profile as required.

3. Communications Materials

• Produce clear, impactful materials that align with Lewa’s key messaging and branding for fundraising & donor management, creating a strong case for support, which also heightens Lewa’s reputation as a centre for conservation best practice (e.g. presentations and pitch decks, program overviews, brochures, pamphlets, etc.).
• Review and catalogue press coverage where Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, partners, or international entities are mentioned. Summarize articles and circulate reports regularly for team and Board Members. 
• Regularly review the functioning, effectiveness and impact of communications efforts and materials, backed by data. 

4. Digital Fundraising

• Develop content and design online campaigns, launch and manage campaign pages.
• Make suggestions for improvements to Lewa’s current online donation platform or alternatives.
• Explore peer-to-peer fundraising opportunities and support donors in leading their own online fundraising efforts.
• Work closely with the Data & Administration Manager to track progress and report on the success and impact of fundraising campaigns.
• Help keep the website updated with latest press coverage and newsletters, ensuring a consistent and positive user experience, correct program details and messaging for potential donors visiting the website. 

5. Events & board meeting support

• Support the production of online events, including webinars and informational sessions for donors.
• Assist the team and volunteers in planning and managing major events as needed.
• Support team in preparations for International Board meetings.

Qualifications and Competencies

This challenging role demands a highly organized, detail-oriented, entrepreneurial individual with strong communications skills and the ability to work independently. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate a genuine commitment towards Lewa’s mission and vision. 

The post holder must demonstrate:

Track record of success in fundraising from individual, foundation and corporate donors. He/she must be able to identify, solicit, engage and steward current and new donors utilizing a wide variety of mediums.

Excellent written & verbal skills in English, great attention to detail and commitment to high standards is required.

• Demonstrated experience in nonprofit fundraising processes, revenue tracking, and understanding of best practices and industry standards.
• Ability to initiate and complete long-term projects and manage time-sensitive daily activities, and flexibility to do so when working remotely from home or in a shared office environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity and ability to foster positive working relationships that contribute to a healthy organizational culture in a multinational, multicultural environment.
• Creativity and basic design sense/skills to develop compelling materials promoting Lewa’s work.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently against pressing deadlines, with problem solving mindset.
• Ability to work in harmony with teammates, enthusiastic contributor to team goals, and able to accept and incorporate feedback. 
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity. 
• Dedicated and on-going commitment to personal professional development.
• Willingness to adapt schedule and work outside of typical hours when required.

 Education, Training, and Experience

• Relevant University degree required.
• 5+ years experience in similar role leading fundraising and communications efforts at a conservation or sustainable development NGO in an international setting.
• Experience and understanding of social media and digital engagement.
• Experience pitching successful stories and interacting with the news media to ensure deadlines are met, staff are prepared and long-term relationships with journalists are established.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office and use of a CRM database (Lewa currently uses Salesforce).
• Strong skills in PowerPoint, Photoshop or InDesign and email marketing platforms like Mailchimp, Constant Contact, Campaign Monitor, etc. highly preferred.
• Experience in conservation sector desired; passion and appreciation of wildlife conservation and community development is essential.
• A general-to-good understanding of the Kenyan/African social-political context is essential.  Experience in Kenya, East Africa and or other parts of Africa is desirable.

Compensation

• Lewa provides a competitive salary between $65,000 and $75,000 depending where based/ level of experience, plus holiday compensation package 
• Health insurance and 403(b) qualified tax advantaged retirement plan/ equivalent provided.
• Ability to work from home.

Are you passionate about dogs and cats? Our people and animals make Battersea a great place to work. Your expertise will help increase our impact for dogs and cats everywhere.

We are looking for a Learning & Development Partner to work closely with the Head of L&D, HR and L&D colleagues to implement the L&D strategy. As a valued partner that understands the organisation and the challenges faced by their teams, the L&D Partner works to build the reputation of L&D at Battersea as a centre of expertise in organisational and workforce development. The L&D Partner delivers a great service to the organisation, working with stakeholders including senior leaders to provide expert consultation, guidance and coaching in areas of organisational and workforce development.

The L&D Partner will use their expertise in what makes great organisational and workforce learning to diagnose capability gaps and as a result scope, develop, implement and evaluate high quality interventions that reflect best practice, incorporating current thinking and approaches with a focus on digital learning.

The L&D Partner takes a lead role in the development of organisational and leadership behaviours that are aligned to Battersea values and organisational priorities. The L&D Partner is a great collaborator and influencer and has the ability to work with a range of stakeholders to manage & deliver complex projects.

About us

Battersea is here for every dog and cat and has been since 1860. We are a leading animal welfare charity and over the last 150 years we’ve grown from one home in London to three rescuing and rehoming centres across the South East. With c500 staff and 1000 volunteers, we have cared for over three million vulnerable animals We also campaign tirelessly to make things better for dogs and cats; sharing our expertise and educating the public and policymakers about responsible pet ownership. Join us and make a difference for every dog and cat.

Our Human Resources Team

Battersea’s Human Resources department provides expert advice, guidance and support through partnership with managers, teams and people across the organisation. Our work involves everything from pay and benefits to providing learning and development solutions that support other departments achieve their strategic objectives. Within the Human Resources department sits the Learning and Development Team. With development of a new People and L&D Strategy this is an exciting time to join the Learning & Development Team at Battersea and make a real difference.

What we can offer you

Our dedicated people mean that we can be here for every dog and cat. Whether you are sharing an office with our dogs or directly caring for our cats, our animals show their appreciation every day. There is no better reward than seeing the difference you make to the lives of our dogs and cats first-hand; although we also provide a wide range of employee benefits, including:

• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
• Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental (£120), optical (£120), physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture (£300) every year
• Annual interest-free season ticket loans
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
• Life insurance

So, if you are passionate about dogs, cats and about our work, then we’d like to hear from you.

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and valuing diversity for all current and prospective staff, volunteers and Trustees. We aim to ensure that this commitment, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together. We would particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic and disabled candidates, who are currently under-represented at Battersea.

For full details, including our job applicant privacy notice, please download our recruitment pack. You can apply by visiting our website. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised.