Major Donor Fundraising Manager - summary
We are recruiting for this strategically important position and are inviting applicants with experience of major donor fundraising to apply.
We are recruiting for a permanent position, working 2-3 days per week with flexibility on days available. We would also consider applicants who wish to work on a contracted non-PAYE basis.
Salary range: pro rata £50k – £55k full time
Working remotely but within easy reach of London
Reporting to and working directly with the CEO
Supported by 2 volunteer researchers, and in-house Operations Manager
We run Salesforce and have a dedicated fundraising database, already populated with some prospects.
A Fundraising Development Board is being recruited to add further support to the MDF Fundraiser.
Applicants should send their CV and a covering letter by email.
Application deadline: Monday 29th March 2021, by 12noon
The Lighthouse London a thriving charismatic church on Finchley Road, London NW3 is looking to recruit a Chief Operations Officer
- Qualified accountant with management experience
- A practicing Christian with a passion for the vision of the Lighthouse, and desire to improve its work and impact.
- Proven track record in linking financial information with business needs
The Lighthouse is looking for a finance and operations professional to be a proactive partner for the Senior Pastor, Chairman of The Lighthouse Community Trust, providing regular updates on the financial position and prospects and working with them on strategy and decision-making
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job title: Regional Public Relations Officer, Midlands
Directorate: Remembrance and Marketing
Contract: FTC Maternity cover until 18th March 2022 - 35 hours per week
Location: Home-based initially / Potential to be based at the Birmingham Area Office
Salary: £23,800 to £28,000 gross per annum, depending on experience
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 regional public relations officer to join The Royal British Legion’s media team has become available.
Based from home initially followed by one of the Legion’s area offices, you will work alongside colleagues from Operations and Fundraising to develop and implement PR plans for the region. Located remotely, the role offers plenty of opportunity to influence and shape the PR approach for the Midlands and is ideal for a self-motivated individual who enjoys working autonomously.
You will help run PR operations for one of the UK’s largest charities, working on high profile campaigns and events including the Poppy Appeal and delivering regional media plans for these across the Midlands. The work of the Legion’s PR team extends year-round including the delivery of 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 and engaging media during key events.
The successful candidate will have a relevant degree and equivalent work experience, and will have experience of media relations, public relations or journalism within a high-profile organisation. You will have experience in developing and delivering PR plans and campaigns using a variety of PR tactics and techniques, supporting and delivering national PR strategy at a regional level, and will have worked with regional journalists in securing significant media coverage.
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 able to manage 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 and coaching from senior members of the department.
Subject to Covid-19 restrictions the role may require some travel between the Midlands Area Offices and assets and the Head Office in London. The team are currently working from home. This role would likely begin remotely and then follow government and organisational guidelines on returning to the office, with potential opportunities to continue to work from home on a regular basis going forward.
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: Thursday 11th March 2021.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and submit your application form as soon as possible.
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Maternity Action is the UK’s leading charity dedicated to promoting, protecting and enhancing the rights of all pregnant women, new mothers and their families to employment, social security and healthcare.
We are seeking an experienced solicitor or barrister to deliver casework on maternity and parental employment rights. The role will deliver advice and casework to pregnant women and new mothers to resolve disputes, negotiate settlement agreements and, in limited circumstances, undertake litigation.
The role is part of an innovative new service which we are delivering in partnership with the charity, YESS Law. All women receiving casework will be offered a trained, peer supporter to provide emotional support.
We are looking for a solicitor or barrister with a minimum of one year’s post-qualification experience, a thorough knowledge of employment and discrimination law and a thorough knowledge of maternity and parental rights in the workplace. We are looking for someone with experience in delivering casework in a related area of law, excellent written and spoken communication skills and a commitment to women’s rights.
The post is for 18 hours per week. The posts are working out of our offices in Finsbury Park, London or remotely from anywhere in the UK. Thursday is a core day. We are otherwise flexible about start/finish time and days worked, within normal business hours.
This is a maternity cover post with the possibility of extension.
Please send us an application outlining how you meet the selection criteria and your CV. Applications close 14 March 2021. Interviews will be held remotely in the week of 22 March 2021.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is an exciting time for us as we are reshaping the way we do things and developing a new vision and culture for all our stakeholders. We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual who is able to join us on our journey.
This is a pivotal role for the finance team and the postholder will work very closely with the Financial Controller and the Business Support Lead to ensure that standards are met and maintained across all aspects of the teams' work and to ensure that the finance function meets the governance requirements of relevant legal, regulatory, and monitoring frameworks in line with the Charity Commission.
Meeting standards and compliance are high on BCOP’s agenda and will be a fundamental part of how the person will be expected to work.
The post holder will also be taking the lead on processing the monthly payroll for 250 employees, so a strong payroll background is essential.
The role will predominately based at our Support Office in Kings Norton, however the post holder will be expected to visit our nursing homes and housing schemes throughout Birmingham.
The postholder’s duties will include but not limited to:
- Processing an end to end monthly payroll for c.250 employees using the company software (Salaried and hourly paid) including all associated administrative tasks and HMRC reporting
- Administrating the organisation’s stakeholder pension scheme in line with auto enrolment compliance by established deadlines
- Ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations and guidelines
- Working with Home Managers to ensure accuracy of the payroll submissions and relevant controls are adhered to
- Producing timely reports for senior management team
- Processing purchase ledger payments including dealing with supplier queries
- Ensuring effective controls are in place including ensuring value for money
- Supporting the Financial Controller with month-end processing, creditor reports, accruals, balance sheet reconciliations to support the production of the monthly Management Accounts
- Supporting with the processing of income
- Ensuring cash book, Banking and Petty Cash controls are in place
- Ad hoc project work and process improvement
Who are we looking for?
The role would suit a candidate with a strong background in payroll, ideally with 3 years’ experience, who wants to develop their accountancy skills. AAT or similar qualifications would be beneficial but are less important than the experience you can bring to the role. Experience in a similar size organisation or Charities or Housing sector experience would be an advantage but is not essential.
There’s lots to do in this business, ensuring systems are embedded, processes streamlined, and the business accounts get managed on a day to day basis.
You will need to be organised, have a great attention to detail, a good problem solver and tenacious at seeing things through to conclusion. You will be a great communicator at all levels, both verbally and written, able to translate financial speak to those less confident than you. It is important that you are a team player and able to work alongside colleagues in other support functions.
BCOP encourages individuals who have a commitment to continuous improvement including people who can generate ideas and aspirations to improve services, make efficiencies and all round do things better.
What’s on offer?
As well as a competitive salary other benefits of working for BCOP include:
- Free on site car parking, with good links to public transport network
- 24 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays. Increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service (Pro rata to actual hours worked)
- Free health insurance
- Free health cash plan scheme
- Workplace pension
Interviews are expected to take place at our Support Office w/c 12th April 2021.
Please be assured our Support Office is Covid Safe
Closing Date 5th April 2021 - However we advise you apply early as we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and may close the application round earlier should a suitable candidate be found.
Broadening Choices for Older People respectfully decline the assistance of recruitment agencies for this vacancy and do not wish to be contacted – speculative CVs or proposals from any agency or third party outside of our instruction will be treated as gifts.
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Position: Trusts and Foundations Officer
Responsible to: Chief Executive Officer of Korea Future Initiative
Based at: We have offices in London and Seoul, but welcome applicants from any location.
Contract: Full-time, 9am - 5pm.
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 PAYE. Freelancers considered.
Context:
We are Korea Future Initiative (KFI). We investigate and obtain the hard evidence needed to underpin future accountability on North Korea through comprehensively documenting current human rights violations, identifying alleged perpetrators, and exposing patterns of gross and systematic abuse.
KFI is a fast-growing start-up with offices in London and Seoul. The charity has been successful over the last couple of years in being awarded some substantial and game-changing grants. We would like to build on these successes by establishing a strong pipeline of trusts and foundations who give annual and multi-year grants.
We will accept applications from any location.
Overall aim and objectives of the post
We want to boost our in-house fundraising capacity to help KFI grow from a small start-up into an effective, well-renowned self-sustaining organisation by consistently growing our restricted and unrestricted income year on year from trusts and foundations.
If you are a fundraising professional with at least one year of experience of trusts and foundations fundraising in the social justice and/or human rights sectors, this is an excellent opportunity to take on a challenging, yet highly rewarding role supporting KFI’s work. As part of a small, ambitious team you will be responsible for expanding income streams from trusts and foundations and administering ongoing grants.
Job Description
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Research and identify trusts, foundations and other grant-givers with the propensity to support the work of KFI and adding them to our pipeline of potential prospects.
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Develop and submit high-quality proposals to small, medium, and large trusts, foundations, and institutional funders in the UK and overseas.
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Contacting trusts and foundations and other grant-givers in order to cultivate new donor prospects and to strengthen relationships with existing supporters.
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Work with the senior management team to create robust cases for support.
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Organise donor cultivation events and meetings to attract new supporters and keep existing funders updated as to KFI’s impact.
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Provide administrative support to prepare timely and accurate reports to funders.
Essential skills and experience
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At least 1 year of experience working in a busy fundraising function either as part of a small team or part of a larger organisation, ideally including experience of administering grants.
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Demonstrated commitment to the values and mission of KFI
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Experience in researching trusts, foundations, and other grant-giving organisations/institutes.
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Knowledge of the human rights sector. Experience of successfully fundraising from trusts, foundations and/or statutory bodies who support human rights.
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Demonstrable experience of writing and editing high-quality written content.
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Korean-language fluency is desirable.
You:
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Are friendly with a positive attitude
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Have demonstrable experience of producing high-quality written content.
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Have a track record of working under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
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Are highly organised, able to act on own initiative and meet deadlines
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Are creative and confident in putting forward and discussing new ideas
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Have the capacity to work collaboratively and constructively in a small team with an entrepreneurial feel
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Are keen to build and develop the role as suits the needs of the organisation
We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability (physical or learning), LGBTQI+ or relationship status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion and belief, gender or social class. We particularly welcome applications from BAME candidates.
Application Process and Deadline
Applicants should submit a 1-page cover letter with a CV to the CEO. Applications close March 31st. We expect to interview early April for a mid April to early May start.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our charity is on an incredible journey and this is a hugely exciting time to join our team.
2020 saw the UK come together in an outpouring of love and support for the NHS. As the NHS’ national charity and membership organisation for the NHS’ official charities throughout the UK, NHS Charities Together is the central charity receiving additional funding and support for our National Health Service where and when it needs it most. Thanks to phenomenal public support, our national Covid-19 Appeal has raised more than £150 million to help NHS staff, volunteers and patients through the immediate and long-term effects of coronavirus.
The recruitment of this post is part of an ambitious plan to develop and execute a proactive and sustainable Fundraising strategy.
We are a small but growing staff team and as Supporter Care Officer you will play a key role as we work hard to make a difference to the lives of NHS patients, staff and volunteers.
You will be responsible for responding to enquiries from potential supporters by providing information on the latest fundraising activities and ensure when thanking donors, the impact of their donation is highlighted.
If you have a can-do, positive attitude with a passion for building relationships that can inspire an enquirer to become a supporter for NHS Charities Together then we would love to hear from you.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the role
We are looking for a highly skilled individual to take on the role of Co-Director Ella’s. This role is maternity cover for a fixed term of 14 months. The role holder will work closely with Ella’s’ remaining Co-Director in leading this small and dynamic charity. The postholder will be contributing to the development and outworking of the charity’s strategic plans, and providing leadership for the development and delivery of services. The postholder will oversee the line management of Ella’s’ management team and report directly to the board of trustees, ensuring they are regularly informed and updated on the day to day work of Ella’s. We are hoping to start the role a couple of months before the maternity leave begins in order to ensure a smooth transition of leadership.
Special conditions:
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An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be undertaken.
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Due to the nature of the work, this post is for women only.
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The role is subject to a three-month probationary period.
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Ability and willingness to work flexibly, and at other Ella’s locations if required, is necessary for this role.
Please download the recruitment pack or visit our website for more details about the job and how to apply.
About Ella’s
Ella’s is a London-based organisation working with women who have survived trafficking and sexual exploitation. Our mission is to do everything we can to ensure survivors have all they need to recover and build lives that are safe and free.
Here is a summary of our main activities:
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We run two safe houses. This supported accommodation is crucial for survivors of trafficking and exploitation, until they are ready and able to live independently.
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We provide regular support for women and families in neighbourhoods across London, and many more further afield when they need us.
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We speak out on issues affecting the women we work with. We care deeply about survivors of trafficking and exploitation and want to see a world where these crimes are not tolerated.
Ella’s is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, as we believe having a diverse team adds value and positively impacts our service. We actively encourage applicants from BAME backgrounds, LGBTQ+ applicants and those with disabilities. We are committed to equality and diversity within our organisation.
Job title: Operations Director (Maternity Cover) Fixed term contract until 31 March 2022
*This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Hours: Full-time, 37-hour week.
Salary: £42,000 - £46,000 (based on experience)
Location: The postholder will be based at more than one site across Hampshire. Headquarters are currently in Havant.
We are working in partnership with an innovative and unique provider of services to those affected by domestic abuse, to find an Operations Director, for a MAT cover contract. The postholder will assume operational management responsibility for all aspects of organisation’s services, including delivery of services, completion of monitoring and evaluation and identification of the unmet/additional needs of clients.
The postholder will support and line manage a team of managers, develop and maintain a high-quality professional service, and ensure clients are supported with practical and emotional support, including financial, legal, social, emotional, parenting, housing and further education, through a client focussed support planning process. They will also ensure Health and Safety, Operational and Human Resources policies and procedures are up to date, fit for purpose and properly implemented. The postholder may be called upon to deputise for the CEO and Business Support & Development Director as needed.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:
- Previous experience working in a domestic abuse focused organisation - providing support to individuals/families under stress, and advocating for women, children, young people and men.
- At least two years relevant management experience - leading, managing, motivating and developing teams.
- The ability to manage services delivered over multiple sites.
- Excellent knowledge of the core principles and legislation relating to safeguarding and child protection.
- Knowledge of supported accommodation, housing, general and welfare rights legislation, and civil and criminal legislation, affecting and relating to victims and survivors of domestic abuse.
The organisation is committed to running a 24-hour service for people affected by domestic abuse, and the postholder will participate on a rota basis. You must be able to drive and have access to a car. Workers should be “violence free in their own lives”. Applicants are asked not to put themselves forward for selection if this is not the case.
If you feel you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role please send your CV and Supporting Statement to Katherine Anderson-Scott, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment.
Quote our reference JO2816.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender*, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. *This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Due to the nature of the role, we are reviewing applications as they come in, please apply as soon as possible.
Closing date: 14 March 202
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We say that we are all about life, which means that we are all about people. As Director of Fundraising and Marketing, you will bring that genuine empathy needed to understand why people will want to support our work, if only we ask them in absolutely the right way and at the right time.
Long-term partnerships are the foundation for all successful fundraising, and we are no exception. Careful cultivation of the individuals and organisations that support our work, is absolutely central to our ongoing success and it will be your number one priority.
You will be comfortable leading from the front, being a visible face of the organisation. You will be equally at ease alongside local volunteer groups who fundraise on our behalf, influential donors and major celebrities. When the ‘ask’ is needed, you will know how to craft it.
Apply now to join #TeamDemelza and be part of our passion and dedication to be there when we are needed the most.
Closing Date – Wednesday 31st March 2021
Initial Interview Date – w/c 12th April 2021
Please note this role will involve working remotely for a temporary period due to COVID-19.
Some of our vacancies receive high numbers of applications and we may close the vacancy early when we have reached a maximum number of applications. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible.
Enhanced DBS Disclosure check may be undertaken dependant on role. Demelza is an equal opportunities employer. Registered Charity No 1039651. Demelza is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. To see how we process your data, please visit our website and view our Recruitment Privacy Notice.
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Do you want to advocate for a just and compassionate world where all people can access their rights and achieve their full potential? Are you passionate to help amplify the voice of people with disabilities who live in some of the world’s poorest communities?
CBM UK, part of the CBM Global Disability Inclusion Federation, is looking for two new exciting roles to join our Influencing team as part of a strategy to further increase our impact. The Head of Advocacy and Influencing will drive our advocacy and influencing strategies and build support for our work amongst target stakeholders and decision makers, in support of our commitment to promoting the rights of people with disabilities in the world’s poorest communities. We are seeking a confident and experienced influencer with a track record of impactful advocacy and a keen interest in strategic communications. The Research and Advocacy Senior Officer will support CBM UK’s evidence and learning, advocacy and influencing work. We are seeking an excellent writer with strong research skills and a keen interest in strategic communications, who can work across teams within CBM UK and Global to ensure evidence is captured, learnt from and shared.
CBM UK is actively committed to encouraging and promoting a positive and diverse organisation. We welcome applications from all individuals and particularly encourage people with disabilities to apply.
CBM UK offers competitive salary packaging, flexible working conditions and professional development opportunities. Full information can be obtained from our website.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Unexpected illness, job loss or relationship breakdown can turn any of our lives upside down, leading to loss of income, increased costs, loss of housing, and financial crisis. Around 14.4 million people live in poverty in the UK including a shameful 4.5 million children.
So people can build financial sustainability and thrive, Turn2us gives people the information and support they need in the face of life-changing events, and collaborates to tackle the causes and symptoms of poverty. We are here to end the crippling impact of financial shocks. As well as giving direct financial help through our own charitable grants and highlighting ways to reduce essential costs, we support people to increase their income through welfare benefits, charitable grants and other support. No one in the UK should live in poverty.
The Executive Assistant is an opportunity to support our CEO and work with his senior team to deliver against Turn2us’s strategic objectives. This role requires someone who is highly organised and able to prioritise proactively. However, we are more interested in your potential than we are in a perfect career or education. We are keen to meet people who have a passion for the work that we do and have picked up strong organisational and communication skills as they have gone along!
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Business Support Officer (Sutton Music Service)
Full Time- Permanent Contract
Salary- Band 1B on Cognus pay scale, points 15 to 23 dependent on experience (£23259 to £25186)
Location: Cognus Denmark Road, Carshalton
The Business Support Team are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and innovative Business Support Officer to join our team. This role will be part of the wider Business Support Team but will provide administration support mainly to the Sutton Music Service.
We are looking for an individual with an understanding and interest in the music industry and music education for children and young people. The successful candidate will need to have good keyboard skills and a keen eye for detail, as they will be updating and inputting data onto SpeedAdmin and they must have a very good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. As part of the wider Business Support Team, they will be asked to assist with various administrative tasks depending on business needs and would be expected to meet and greet visitors to the team. The successful candidate would need to be able to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents in a professional and friendly manner and have experience of taking minutes in high profile meetings.
Cognus is at a very exciting moment in its evolution and growth. To support this expansion, we are looking for a professional and experienced individual who is willing to learn about the various teams that the wider Business Support Team support. An individual that enjoys a varied workload, is organised, has a good understanding of musical instruments and who would be committed to delivering with excellence for the wider team and the Sutton Music Service.
You will give us great commitment and in return we offer an excellent package including:
i) regular support and supervision;
ii) flexible working;
iii) workplace pension scheme;
iv) salary £23259 to £25186 per annum;
v) 28 days annual leave pro rata (inclusive of three between Xmas & New Year);
vi) Perkbox and Sovereign Healthcare Cashback plans
If you are interested and would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a CV and covering note (of no more than two sides, minimum font size 11) outlining your suitability. The deadline for receipt is midnight on 21st March 2021. Candidates are requested to be available via on-line interview. For an informal conversation about the role please contact Julie-Anne Walter, Business Support Manager, contact details via our website.
All offers of employment are subject to successful completion of recruitment formalities which includes an enhanced DBS check. These checks must have been completed prior to commencement of employment. We expect our staff to have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to follow the child protection procedures adopted by the Company and the Local Safeguarding Children’s Board.
We have several other roles we are recruiting to at different levels within Cognus. Please get in touch for an informal conversation about these and other opportunities if you or anyone else you know may be interested in working with us.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job title: Regional Public Relations Officer, Wales and Northern Ireland
Directorate: Remembrance and Marketing
Contract: FTC Maternity cover until 18th March 2022 - 35 hours per week
Location: Home-based initially / Potential to be based at the Cardiff Area Office
Salary: £23,800 to £28,000 gross per annum, depending on experience
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 regional public relations officer to join The Royal British Legion’s media team has become available.
Based from home initially followed by one of the Legion’s area offices, you will work alongside colleagues from Operations and Fundraising to develop and implement PR plans for the region. Located remotely, the role offers plenty of opportunity to influence and shape the PR approach for Wales and Northern Ireland and is ideal for a self-motivated individual who enjoys working autonomously.
You will help run PR operations for one of the UK’s largest charities, working on high profile campaigns and events including the Poppy Appeal and delivering regional media plans for these across Wales and Northern Ireland. The work of the Legion’s PR team extends year-round including the delivery of 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 and engaging media during key events.
The successful candidate will have a relevant degree and equivalent work experience, and will have experience of media relations, public relations or journalism within a high-profile organisation. You will have experience in developing and delivering PR plans and campaigns using a variety of PR tactics and techniques, supporting and delivering national PR strategy at a regional level, and will have worked with regional journalists in securing significant media coverage.
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 able to manage 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 and coaching from senior members of the department.
Subject to Covid-19 restrictions the role may require some travel between the Midlands Area Offices and assets and the Head Office in London. The team are currently working from home. This role would likely begin remotely and then follow government and organisational guidelines on returning to the office, with potential opportunities to continue to work from home on a regular basis going forward.
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: Thursday 11th March 2021.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and submit your application form as soon as possible.
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Ella’s is looking for a fundraising professional with at least two years’ experience of researching, preparing and submitting successful grant funding applications and bids to trusts, foundations and statutory agencies. You will be working alongside our Head of Fundraising and Communications, but will be expected to take initiative to plan your own time and help drive forward this area of our fundraising. The ideal candidate would have experience in the not-for-profit sector and/or women’s services. You will need to have a positive and flexible approach to working in a small team.
Please note, we are looking for a freelance fundraiser who is able to commit to working with us for 22.5 hours per week for an initial period of six months, with the possibility of extending.
Please download the application pack for more information about the role, Ella's and how to apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.