About Us: Harrow Mencap is a campaigning organisation and a multi-project service provider supporting adults, young people and children with learning disabilities, autism and their families and carers – to ensure their needs, rights and aspirations are met.

Reporting to: Deputy Chief Executive, responsibilities include:

• Overall accountability for the operational performance of a range of community-based services across Harrow, Hillingdon and Brent while ensuring attainment of targets and business sustainability
• Develop and implement cost effective means of delivering services, optimising operations and delivering within budget
• Lead a team of business managers and professionals in a multidisciplinary team that deliver best practice, achieving quality outcomes for clients and families
• To foster and maintain excellent collaborative, strategic and operational relationships with partners from the public, private and voluntary sector to enhance and develop services and provisions
• Develop positive and effective relationships with the Board, Executives and staff and promote the organisational brand and ethos in a strong and positive manner in the community.

This post is ideal for those with diverse senior management level experience within the voluntary, public or private sector, with a proven track record of success in leading strategic change and organisational development. An inspirational leader able to motivate teams to gain strategic advantage, audacious in breaking new frontiers and delivering quality outcomes that are both innovative and responsive. We are interested in hearing from people who share our ethos in campaigning for the rights and supporting people with disabilities to enhance their independence.

We are committed to safeguarding, equal opportunity and welcome applicants from all sections of the community. Applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the post are guaranteed an interview.

Women’s Aid is the national charity working to end domestic abuse against women and children. Over the past 44 years, Women’s Aid has been at the forefront of shaping and coordinating responses to domestic violence and abuse through practice, research and policy. We empower survivors by keeping their voices at the heart of our work, working with and for women and children by listening to them and responding to their needs.

We are a federation of over 180 organisations who provide just under 300 local lifesaving services to women and children across the country. We provide expert training, qualifications and consultancy to a range of agencies and professionals working with survivors or commissioning domestic abuse services, and award a National Quality Mark for services which meet our quality standards. We hold the largest national data set on domestic abuse, and use research and evidence to inform all of our work. Our campaigns achieve change in policy, practice and awareness, encouraging healthy relationships and helping to build a future where domestic abuse is no longer tolerated.

This maternity cover will provide strategic leadership on finance issues for Women’s Aid, as well as hands on finance teamwork and support, plus support for the HR and Operations team. This is an exciting opportunity to support the deployment of new systems to make our processes more efficient and accurate; develop new improved approaches and provide guidance to the Executive Team and Board. Your ability to provide empathetic support and leadership, and to negotiate with diplomacy, will be allied to your excellent financial skills and experience in a charity of a similar size.

Background to the role:  

Suzy Lamplugh Trust is the UK’s pioneering personal safety charity and leading stalking authority, established in 1986 following the disappearance of 25-year-old Suzy Lamplugh whilst at work. We work towards creating a society in which people are safer - and feel safer - from the prevalence of stalking, harassment, aggression and violence, achieved through supporting people; education; and campaigning.

Our stalking helpline advice and advocacy service offers support and advice to thousands of victims of stalking every year.  Caseworkers advocate on victims’ behalf with police, social services and other statutory or victim support agencies.  The Mayor’s Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC) has awarded funding to Suzy Lamplugh Trust and partner agencies to continue the proof of concept Multi-Agency Stalking Intervention Programme (MASIP) in London.  This is an intervention programme for stalking perpetrators, in an interdisciplinary setting involving partners from the health and criminal justice services as well as the voluntary sector. We have also secured funding from MOPAC to develop a trauma-led approach to advocacy as part of the London Stalking Support service.

The post will be primarily based at the Suzy Lamplugh Trust office in Vauxhall, but regular travel to other locations across London, including the Stalking Threat Assessment Centre (STAC), will be required. Travel to other locations in the UK may also be required occasionally.

We are looking for an ambitious, dynamic leader to lead this team and ensure that its work has maximum impact and is embedded into the core output of the charity.

Overall purpose of role:

• To work closely with the CEO and Head of Policy to ensure robust management of operational activity across the Trust, with specific focus on the National Stalking Helpline, advocacy service, Stalking Threat Assessment Centre, and London Stalking Support Service.
• To support the CEO in external representation of the organisation.
• To ensure the safe and effective delivery and development of the Trust’s provision for victims of stalking.
• To promote the work of Suzy Lamplugh Trust including the National Stalking Helpline and advocacy services, strengthening our voice as an authority on stalking and personal safety - both at work and in everyday life.
• To be a key part of the Trust’s leadership team, deputising for the Chief Executive as required.

To apply, please submit your CV and covering letter.   Note: applications without a covering letter will not be considered.

If you do not receive a response within 3 weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Job Description:

Service delivery and development

• Provide strategic support, leadership, safeguarding and oversight to all areas of service delivery, including the work of the National Stalking Helpline, stalking advocacy services and London branch of the MASIP programme.
• Work with the commercial and finance teams to develop financially sustainable new projects, ensuring that timely information is provided to support the design and development of funding bids and any reports to funders on activities delivered.
• Proactively develop relationships with other agencies which enable effective collaborations and two-way signposting/referral to ensure beneficiaries get the best advice and support available.
• Perform the role of safeguarding lead for the Trust, ensuring staff have appropriate training and ensuring compliance with safeguarding policies.
• Support frontline staff and volunteers in dealing with complicated or sensitive enquiries.
• Ensure quality assurance of the operational services of the Trust.
• Support in the delivery and development of stalking training and consultancy packages, including briefings to other services.

Policy and research

• Support Head of Policy and Chief Executive on the co-ordination of responses to policy consultations, development of research, representing Suzy Lamplugh Trust at external meetings with funders, stakeholders, influencers and decision-makers. 
• Ensure that the Chief Executive and other Suzy Lamplugh Trust colleagues are appropriately briefed to represent the organisation’s position on a range of practice related policy issues.
• Identify opportunities for new partnerships, services, and influencing opportunities that will strengthen the Trust’s voice and expand its reach.

Management and leadership

• Lead a team of staff and volunteers
• Identify and address skills gaps or development needs of staff, particularly in respect of new product development
• Manage relevant departmental budgets
• Represent the Operations department on the leadership team

• Deputise for the Chief Executive, internally and externally, as required, including with the media
• Manage projects and budgets for the Operations team and restricted projects within the department remit, ensuring all service responsibilities and project deliverables are met within approved budget.
• Engage with Trustees via sub committees

Person specification:

(‘s’ denotes shortlisting criteria which must be addressed in covering letter)

Skills and abilities

• Ability to represent the Trust externally and deputise for the Chief Executive as required

• Significant experience, at least 4 years, offering strategic and operational direction to front line VAWG services (s)

• Demonstrable ability to synthesise large amounts of complex information into accurate, persuasive arguments
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Convincing influencing and negotiation skills with people at all levels (s)
• Understanding of the policy contexts in which Suzy Lamplugh Trust operates
• Leadership skills: the ability to inspire a team to strive to meet challenging goals 
• Management skills: proven ability to coach and support others while delivering testing personal objectives, interpreting corporate targets into clearly communicated work plans
• Collaboration and teamwork: proven ability to work collegiately with other senior leaders, represent the Trust externally 
• Ability to lead effective and engaging meetings
• Ability to design, develop and deliver projects and robust project management skills in order to direct projects (s)
• Understanding of the financial constraints of working in a small charity, and funding mechanisms within the sector, with proven ability to manage budgets (s)

Experience

• Representing an organisation to senior external stakeholders, including government and the media (s)
• Providing briefings to senior leaders to represent the organisation on key issues
• Experience of delivering training courses and/or presenting material at conferences
• Developing and managing services to people in challenging circumstances (s)
• Crisis and change management, maintaining high quality of delivery of new and existing services in changing environments (s)
• Designing and contributing to successful funding proposals or bids and reporting back to funders (s)
• Line management including setting targets and appraising individuals’ performance
• At least 4 years’ experience in senior management positions, operating at a strategic level and contributing to strategy development and delivery (s)

Personal attributes

• Committed to the aims and values of Suzy Lamplugh Trust: we expect all staff to uphold and reflect the ethos of Suzy Lamplugh Trust in all their work

• Ambitious: with responsibility for growing the organisation’s work in a number of key areas, you will be motivated to enable the Trust to compete as a significant voice within the sector
• Authoritative: you will be expected to deputise externally for the Chief Executive as required
• Results-driven: the Head of Operations will provide strategic direction to the team
• Approachable: as a senior representative of the organisation, you will need to be able to communicate effectively with a range of key stakeholders to get them on board
• Adaptable: you will need to be willing to take on tasks beyond the immediate scope of their job description from time to time including travel and occasional overnight stays
• Visionary: as part of the leadership team, your ideas will help to shape the organisation’s strategic plan 
• Resilient: able to operate within tight deadlines, in a changing environment

STT is a unique group of highly motivated individuals with roles that transcend multiple sectors such as business, intelligence analysis, community activism, creative campaigns and digital communications. The organization is at a pivotal moment in its history. The success and growth of the organization means we are now looking for a dedicated Operations Director to help us achieve our vision.

This is a newly created, full-time role within the STOP THE TRAFFIK team conveniently located in London Waterloo.  You will lead the management team and ensure the effective delivery of the strategy.  We are looking for someone who has the experience and drive to add value to our growing and globally recognised organization.

As a member of the STT Executive Team you will need to display exceptional leadership and business acumen and have a presence in the office to build strong bonds and professional relationships. You will need to enjoy working in a fast-moving and pressured working environment that thrives on participation, collaboration and innovation.

In return for your commitment and hard work, you will become part of a friendly, dynamic team of professionals, as well as:

• 25 days annual leave pro rata (plus Bank Holidays) rising to 30 days after 2 years.
• Flexible working practices
• Joining a non-contributory pension scheme with 7% employer contributions
• the opportunity to join a Health Cashback plan

Job Title: Operations Manager

Position Type:Paid/Full time

Reports to:CEO

Based at:School Food Matters, The Bridge, 7b Parkshot, London, TW9 2RD

Working Hours: 5 days per week, 9am-5pm

Salary:£33,859 pa

Contract:                           12 month fixed term contract with potential to extend

Background to School Food Matters

School Food Matters (SFM) is on a mission to ensure that every child enjoys fresh sustainable food at school and understands where their food comes from.  To achieve this, we campaign to improve school meals and devise, develop and deliver food education programmes.  We work closely with schools to improve food culture and environment so that children are given the best possible chance to live happy and healthy lives.

Job Purpose

• To ensure the smooth-running of School Food Matters at a time of growth
• To coordinate the delivery of multiple projects across the charity with efficient use of staff and resources
• To ensure that the charity is compliant with all relevant legislation and regulations
• To ensure that operations are efficient and our team feels well supported

Key Tasks include

• Ensure the smooth running of the office, overseeing the set up and maintenance of office systems
• Create and maintain an accurate asset register
• Purchase and update IT equipment and project-specific items as required
• Review IT systems to ensure they are fit for purpose
• Implement and regularly review cyber security procedures of the charity
• Regularly review and ensure compliance with data protection policies including GDPR
• Regularly review and update SFM’s risk register
• Administer SFM recruitment processes including DBS checking
• Ensure all HR administration is complete, up to date and compliant with regulations and SFM’s policies
• Recruit and manage volunteers across projects and non-project work, supported by SFM senior management
• Coordinate scheduling of projects, campaigns and staff
• Liaise with trustees on quarterly meetings and governance 
• Work with the Finance Manager to ensure all policies are up to date and new policies are written as required
• Assist with administration and coordination of any events held by SFM
• Arrange transport and venue hire for projects
• Liaise with staff to ensure that our charity database is fully up to date
• The Operations Manager will also undertake any other tasks relevant to the affairs of SFM that may arise from time to time.  Therefore being flexible and approaching the job with an open and positive mindset is essential!

Person Specification

Essential

• Experience of setting up new office systems and processes to improve effectiveness
• Experience of providing clear direction, supervision and support to staff
• Effective interpersonal skills; can demonstrate emotional intelligence and empathy with others
• Strong planning skills including attention to detail, critical thinking, multi-tasking, prioritising and problem solving
• Confident and competent IT skills across the Office suite of programmes
• Ability to work independently to agreed deadlines
• Experience of working in a small charity environment

Desirable

• A good understanding of policies and best practice relating to running a small office and recruitment and how to practically apply those skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to present complex information
• electronically and in-person
• An interest and enthusiasm for the charity’s mission
• Ability to add value to the SFM’s culture and ethos

Do you want a meaningful role bringing young people together to build a fairer, greener future? Are you excited by the idea of leading a new team to develop exciting campaigns and events which engage young people in creating and fundraising for change? Do you want to use your skills to increase funding and support for youth-driven initiatives to solve the biggest challenges facing our planet? We're looking for a passionate, creative and driven individual to be our new Campaigns and Alumni Engagement Manager! We want someone who has a history of connecting and building communities, increasing support and fundraising for innovative projects and campaigns, and who believes in the transformative power of this generation of young people. If that sounds like you – apply now or get in touch!

CEO – Air Ambulances UK

Would you like the opportunity to lead the national Charity supporting, representing and advocating the lifesaving work of the nation’s air ambulance charities and the wider air ambulance sector?

Background

Air Ambulances UK is a national charity, originally founded in 2015, to support the 21 air ambulance charities across the UK. Its activities have been focussed on raising funds from the types of national fundraising partnerships for which the individual ‘local’ charities are not eligible. The funds raised are then distributed amongst the ‘local’ charities.

In January 2020, the Association of Air Ambulances Ltd (AAA), the long-standing professional trade body of the UK’s air ambulance sector, was merged into Air Ambulances UK, the national charity. This has formed one single nationwide organisation for the UK’s air ambulance charities, as well as for the wider air ambulance services community which brings huge benefits and opportunities to the sector.  Not only does it provide a more streamlined and effective way to achieve the joint overall aim of improving pre-hospital care for patients, it also creates just one single national entity with which other organisations and the public can more easily engage and support.

The new organisation will retain its charitable status and continue its fundraising work while taking on the important remit and activities of the AAA.  Our unified aim is to bring together global-leading clinical and aviation expertise and world-class businesses and organisations to drive innovation, development and funding of pre-hospital emergency care, enabling air ambulance charities to save even more lives every day across the UK. 

Appointment of a Chief Executive

For the first time the charity intends to appoint a CEO.  The CEO will provide leadership and management to the new organisation and will work closely with the Chair and the Board of Trustees to set the strategic direction.  As well as being responsible for the effective day to day management of the charity, the CEO will act as an ambassador, developing and brokering strategic partnerships and collaborations with other stakeholders and working to ensure that AAUK offers an invaluable service to its Members and the wider air ambulance community.

The CEO will have strong strategic leadership and operational management ability, excellent communication skills and a ‘can-do’ attitude. Experience of and the ability to transform strategy into delivery with clarity and accuracy, and a demonstrable capacity to develop relationships with a variety of stakeholders, will be key attributes for this post.  

We are incredibly excited about the opportunities that the unification of AAA and AAUK brings to the lifesaving work of the nation’s air ambulance charities and the wider air ambulance sector and the potential for this role.

If you want to play a leading part in shaping the future of our services across the UK, then we would be delighted to hear from you.

The location of the role is flexible – there will need to be a decision about whether/where any office is located and the role is likely to be home based with travel required initially (AAA office is currently in Henley in Arden and the lease expires in July, AAUK staff are currently home based)

Eastside Primetimers is supporting us in recruiting for this role. Please download the candidate information pack for further information before you apply. Application is by CV and a covering letter which should indicate why you are interested in applying for the role and how you meet the role requirements.  If you would like a call to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Paul Venning on +44 (0) 77 71 99 71 24.

The closing date for applications is Monday 24th Feb with shortlisting interviews taking place that week and the week after.  Interviews with Air Ambulance UK will take place week commencing 16th March.

A unique opportunity to work with enthusiastic and passionate healthcare experts to have an impact on the care of respiratory patients 

The Primary Care Respiratory Society (PCRS) is a multidisciplinary, UK-wide professional society, passionate about developing a holistic, high value patient-centred and integrated approach to caring for people with respiratory conditions.

We are seeking a dynamic Chief Executive, who, by working closely with our Executive Chair, will help us deliver our strategic direction and shape our future. The Chief Executive is accountable to the PCRS Trustees.

Our work includes campaigning to influence policy and set standards in respiratory medicine, describing how to deliver value-based healthcare that supports service development and redesign, and educating health professionals working in primary and community settings to deliver and influence out-of-hospital respiratory care.  The PCRS executive, elected from our membership, is the driving force of the organisation, and brings together enthusiastic clinical experts from across primary, community and integrated care settings.

We are a small but ambitious organisation which has successfully evolved over 30 years and which has a very significant influence nationally. We run our own programmes and events, including the very successful annual PCRS Respiratory Conference, as well as working with partners to reach out to wider audiences and to publish our well-respected international scientific journal.  As such, we need a Chief Executive who can both manage operational detail and provide strategic direction.  Securing funding from our pharmaceutical and other healthcare company sponsors is a key aspect of the role. Knowledge of the NHS, a facilitative leadership style, and understanding of how to get the best from busy professionals are essential pre-requisites for success in the role.

We operate as a virtual organisation and the role is home- based. Some travel, primarily to London and the home counties is required for face to face meetings. Working hours are flexible, though some evening work is required for telephone and video conferences with committees /working groups. The post is available as a full time position on an initial  one year contract with a salary in the range of £80 to £90K. Applications are also welcome from those wishing to work only part time (minimum 3.5 days per week, salary pro rata) or from job share candidates.

Contact us for full information pack.  

To apply, please submit a full CV and covering letter by the deadline of February 28th 2020. Interviews will be held in London on March 23rd 2020.

Jubilee Debt Campaign is recruiting a Senior Community Organiser to organise with communities across the UK as part of our household debt campaign.

Personal debt has reached its highest ever level in the UK – a staggering £217bn. Low wages, insecure work and welfare cuts are pushing more and more people to rely on debt just to cover basic needs, and lack of effective regulation means borrowers are being charged punishing interest rates by rip-off lenders. The household debt crisis is driving poverty and mental health problems, harming people and families across the country. This must change, and we believe the most effective way to address the problem is by building the power of people who are affected.

This exciting new role is focused on organising and supporting people affected by the growing issue of problem debt, and campaigning for change.

Your organising, relationship-building and communication skills, and your commitment to building people-powered social change will be key to helping us drive forward inspiring and impactful campaigns as part of our five-year strategy. If you are committed to building the power of those most affected by injustice, to working collaboratively as part of a small team, and to bringing together the best of organising and campaigning know-how then this is the role for you.

We strongly value diversity and welcome applications from applicants from all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from people with a Black, Asian or minority ethnic (BAME) background.

We offer pension contributions of up to 7.5% of salary (depending on equivalent contributions made by the employee), an annual leave entitlement of 21 days (26 days pro rata) per year plus bank holidays pro rata, and flexi-time working arrangements outside the core hours of 10am-4pm. The role is based in our central London office near Old Street, but requests for remote working outside of London will be considered.

The deadline for applications is 9am on Monday 16 March. Interviews will be on Tuesday 31 March.

Please see the recruitment pack for further details and information on how to apply

Are you a dynamic public affairs professional who wants to represent musicians and look after their interests?

Central London – Senior Public Affairs Manager

One-year maternity cover – circa £40k

This is an exciting time for a senior public affairs professional to join the ISM, the leading professional body for musicians with a reputation for its top rate services and campaigning. The ISM has doubled in size over the past 10 years and now has close on 10,000 members who come from every part of the music world.

You will be an experienced public affairs professional with strong campaigning and managerial skills. You will be a proactive and dynamic problem solver with a real passion for making a difference to the lives of musicians at this time of momentous change. You will have at least five years’ experience as a public affairs professional and you will have a thorough grasp of all campaigning techniques.

A team player, you will thrive on going the extra mile and working in a fast-paced creative environment where the ability to multitask and work collaboratively across different disciplines is vital. You will have excellent written and interpersonal skills with great attention to detail.

You will be joining a professional staff team based in Bayswater, London where the emphasis is on good communication and team work.

To apply please send a full CV and covering letter saying why you are right the person for the job.

Closing date is Monday 10 March 2020 at 9.00 a.m. Interviews will be held during the following two weeks.

We live in the midst of radical changes to the ways people access news and information.

When Index on Censorship was founded nearly 50 years ago, few could have foreseen the manner in which technology would now be changing the ways we engage with politics and democracy. Although the landscape of communication has changed, threats to freedom of expression remain as grave as they were 50 years ago – in the UK and around the world.

Index is looking for a resourceful and outspoken leader to steer the organisation through this changing terrain, and to protect the right for everyone to be free to express themselves without fear of harm or persecution – no matter what their views. From tackling legislative threats to digital freedom at home, to spotlighting issues of repression and censorship in China, Russia and Azerbaijan, we are seeking a Chief Executive to put free speech for everyone at the forefront of the political, campaign and news agenda.

What you will do

Index on Censorship has a small team that punches well above its weight. You will ensure the organisation is well run and enjoys a healthy office culture, strong relationships with the board and diligent financial management, so that we are well set to protect freedom of expression for another fifty years.

You will be the main outward face of Index on Censorship and build that presence on broadcast media, in the papers and on social media. You will be confident in championing the cause of freedom of expression and when explaining why it must be protected as a universal right for all, even at times when others are looking to close down conversations.

You will be an excellent fundraiser, nurturing relationships and developing philanthropic partnerships which allow us to continue our advocacy campaigns, our magazine and our projects to support freedom of expression. We have a strong board with which you will work closely, while also building your own networks, to ensure we receive the financial backing we need from private individuals, corporates and foundation trusts.

You will build Index on Censorship as both a publisher of freedom of expression and a campaign organisation – a leader in advocacy for freedom of expression, ensuring that voices are heard beyond those normally associated with our cause. Through building strong partnerships and networks you will enable us to grow our capacity to advocate for individuals and groups, including to the government.

How to apply

Send your CV and a cover letter of no more than three A4 pages outlining your suitability for the role.

Job title: Senior Public Relations Officer

Region: London Haig House, SE1 1AA

Directorate: Remembrance and Marketing

Contract: Permanent, Full Time 35 hours per week

Salary: £40,533 per annum (£36,081 per annum plus £4,452 London weighting)

About The Royal British Legion

The Legion is at the heart of a national network that supports our Armed Forces community through thick and thin – ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten. We’ve been here since 1921 and we’ll be here as long as they need us.

Our Values and Behaviours

Does the following describe you?

• A desire to provide a great customer service and support

• Enjoy and thrive in working in teams and with others

• Passionate about supporting the Armed Forces community and honouring their contribution

• Come to work each day to be the best you can and to learn and develop

• An encourager, eager to share your knowledge and experience to help others

If so then we would like to hear from you ….

The Role

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Public Relations officer to join The Royal British Legion’s national media team has become available.

You will play a leading role in running PR operations for one of the UK’s largest charities, working on high profile campaigns and events. These include the upcoming commemorations for VE Day and VJ Day 75, the Invictus Games and the Poppy Appeal. Last year, for the 75th anniversary of D-Day the Legion’s PR team was at the heart of international events, hosting the UK’s leading media outlets on board a ship which took 250 veterans back to Normandy.

The work of the Legion’s PR team extends year-round and includes delivering creative campaigns to tell the stories of people we help, driving awareness of our political campaigning activity, developing stories and content for use across the organisation, working with high-profile ambassadors and engaging with national media during key events.

The successful candidate will have a relevant degree or equivalent work experience, and will have extensive experience of media relations, public relations or journalism within a high-profile national organisation. You will have experience in devising, leading and delivering PR plans and campaigns using a variety of tactics and techniques, and will have worked with journalists at the national and regional level in securing significant media coverage. Experience of managing staff is desirable but not essential.
 

You will be able to demonstrate the ability to engage and interest journalists, to draw up creative media plans, to communicate with a range of audiences and to apply a strategic approach to your work to deliver against wider organisational objectives. You will also be capable of working in a fast-paced environment, managing a heavy workload with flexibility and have a positive approach to problem solving.

In return we offer excellent career progression including in-house and industry training, the opportunity to create and manage PR campaigns from start to finish as well as coaching from senior members of the department.

The Legion is the nation’s largest Armed Forces charity providing services and support to all those currently serving in the British Armed Forces, veterans and their families. As the champion of Remembrance, the Legion also holds a lead role in the nation’s commemorative activity.

How to Apply

Please apply by clicking ‘Apply Online’

Closing date for this role is: Tuesday 25th February 2020

Senior Fundraising Development Manager

Alzheimer's Society is the UK's leading dementia charity. We provide information and support, improve care, fund research, and create lasting change for people affected by dementia.

Position: Senior Fundraising Development Manager - Sports United Against Dementia
Location: London
Contract type: Full Time, Fixed Term Contract (12 months)
Hours: 35 per week
Salary: £41,585 to £46,725 depending on skills and experience + London allowance of £3,600

Closing date: 27 February 2020
Interview date: TBC

About the role:

Alzheimer’s Society has a long history of successful partnerships with some of the UK’s leading sports clubs and senior sporting figures. This year, we will launch Sport United Against Dementia (SUAD), a pioneering campaign that will bring the sporting world together for the first time in a truly coordinated effort to tackle dementia.

Through SUAD, we will harness the positive power and incredible reach of sport – from football to cricket, rugby to horse racing – to deliver meaningful change for thousands of current and ex professionals, managers and fans across the UK.

In the wake of the recent FIELD study in football and continued global spotlight on the impact of contact sports on brain health, there is growing impetus for the sport industry to tackle the challenge of dementia. In partnership with a Development Board of senior individuals from across the sporting world, SUAD will unlock significant income to fund Alzheimer’s Society’s ground-breaking research and vital support services, whilst driving greater awareness of dementia to create a more dementia friendly industry.

The campaign will be led by our dedicated Development Team in Fundraising, which is responsible for the creation and management of Alzheimer’s Society’s Development Boards and associated campaigns. SUAD follows the success of our first industry campaign, Insurance United Against Dementia, which launched in late 2017 and has raised over £2.2million to date.

This role presents a rare opportunity to shape an exciting, sector focused fundraising campaign, that has the potential to revolutionise dementia prevention, treatment and support. Will you rise to the challenge and join us?

About you:

We are looking for a highly ambitious individual to join the Development Team on an initial 12-month contract as Senior Fundraising Development Manager. In this brand-new role, you will have a unique opportunity to shape and drive the SUAD campaign from the outset, working closely with senior individuals on the campaign board and across the Society. You will work to identify, develop and secure high value income opportunities, exploring events, strategic partnerships, individual philanthropy and other avenues, with a personal income target of six figures. Working closely with the Head of Development and SUAD Chair, this post will also play a key role in the development of campaign strategy.

This role is instrumental to the success of SUAD in its first year and beyond and demands a highly confident and professional individual. The ideal candidate will be commercially minded, highly strategic and confident in identifying opportunities to drive the campaign forward. You will have demonstrable success in either a commercial or charitable setting and be adept at securing 6-7 figure partnerships and donations. You will be adaptable, flexible and able to successfully navigate changing priorities as the campaign develops.

The post holder will be required to form strategic relationships at a very senior level and needs to demonstrate exceptional relationship management skills. You will have experience working with C suite and senior figures, with the ability to relate to and negotiate with people at all levels – from the CEOs of industry bodies to grass roots players.

You may have experience of the following: Fundraising Development Manager, Fundraising Manager, Fundraising, Events Fundraising, Corporate Fundraising, New Business Development Manager, Business Development Manager, New Business, New Business Development, Corporate Partnerships, Charity, Charities, NFP, Not for Profit, Third Sector, etc.

HorseWorld provides a lifeline for horses, ponies and donkeys and opportunities for young people, by rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming abandoned and mistreated equines, and empowering disadvantaged young people to discover their potential.

Founded in 1952, HorseWorld Trust (formerly The Friends of Bristol Horses Society) has transformed the lives of thousands of equines.  Our farm (circa 170 acres) is located between Bristol and Bath and today we are responsible for over 300 equines, including over 100 on-site.

Our campaigning to champion animal rights has gained the support of local MPs and thousands of members of the general public, which led to a House of Commons debate and round table meetings with DEFRA.

We also run our ground-breaking Discovery programme which unites some of our abandoned and mistreated horses with disadvantaged young people from all walks of life.  Founded in 2007, Discovery is now a well-established alternative learning provider and is seen as one of the leading equine-assisted therapy programmes, currently working with over 200 students each year to achieve remarkable results.   

Job Title: Chief Executive

Location: Bristol

Salary: £70 - £75k

Our new Chief Executive, in conjunction with a highly engaged and supportive Board of Trustees, will develop and deliver a new strategic direction to build on our success to date and enable us to increase our income and profile in order to support more young people and help more horses in need.

You will bring a track record of leading strategic change and income growth as well as experience successfully engaging a diversity of internal and external stakeholders such as local authorities, local communities, schools, businesses, staff and volunteers.  With a tenacious commitment to continuous improvement, and strong commercial acumen, you will be motivated by handling and finding solutions to challenging problems and be able to balance strategic and operational demands.

A passion for supporting the needs of disadvantaged young people and a keen interest in animal welfare - particularly saving the lives of abandoned, neglected and mistreated horses, ponies and donkeys is essential.

Closing date: Friday 6 March

To learn more about this unique opportunity, and to find out how to apply, please read the full appointment brief, on the Prospectus website, which can be reached by clicking on the “Apply on Website” Button.