Senior Policy Officer Jobs in London, Greater London
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Senior Individual Giving Officer
Location: Hybrid working part London Office (Islington, London) part home work. The post holder will work a minimum of one day per week in the office.
Salary: £34,525 per annum
Hours: 35 hours per week
This is a full-time permanent position.
Interviews will be scheduled as and when applications are received. Please apply promptly as the vacancy will close once we have appointed a successful candidate.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised individual to join our growing Individual Giving Team as a Senior Individual Giving Officer. You will work on creating our Individual Giving appeals, writing compelling communications which will inspire and drive income. You should have experience of working in a charity environment, and be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously to tight deadlines and budgets.
Experience required
- Managing direct marketing campaigns in a charity environment.
- Leading projects from start to finish within given budgets and timescales.
- Creating compelling and professional communications for a variety of audiences and channels.
- Analysing campaign results and using insight to optimise future campaigns.
- Collaborative working with multiple internal and external partners to deliver campaigns.
About JDRF
JDRF is the world’s leading charitable research funder into type 1 diabetes, improving lives until we find the cure. We are dedicated to our 400,000 strong type 1 community in the UK and work closely with our international affiliates across the world, including the US, Canada and Australia.
You will find a vibrant atmosphere and spirited team at JDRF, always striving to make a difference to people living with type 1.
Employee benefits
As an employer we offer:
- Hybrid working arrangements
- Flexible working and will consider compressed hours
- Generous annual leave entitlement – 25 days per year plus bank holidays for full-time staff with leave increasing after three and five years’ service
- Health cash plan that allows you to claim for some treatments such as dental, optical and physiotherapy treatment
- Season ticket and cycle loan
- Pension scheme
- Family-friendly policies – maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave at enhanced rates
- Personalised training to suit your career aspirations and professional development
JDRF is an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation or age.
JDRF drives breakthroughs towards a world where no one lives with type 1. Until then, it makes everyday life better for the people who face it.
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Battersea’s Income Generation department works across the organisation to provide members of the public and organisations with opportunities to engage with Battersea and to support our work. Through our hard work, Battersea is able to make sure we can be here for every cat and dog, now and in the future. Our talented and award-winning team is vibrant and ambitious, and it’s an exciting time to work at one of the country’s most loved and best known animal charities.
We are looking for someone to join our Public Fundraising Team as a Senior Challenge & Public Events Officer, to independently manage and have overall responsibility for leading on the planning and delivery of a pilot bespoke running event happening in May 2025.
The ideal candidate will have experience of project managing large-scale events with exceptional organisational skills; developing multi-channel marketing plans; developing and delivering complex stewardship journeys, and have strong relationship management skills.
Please note that this is an 8-month opportunity, of 21 hours per week. Due to the time-sensitive nature of planning this event, we are looking to have someone in post by mid-October. Please take this into consideration when submitting your application.
What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:
- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans
We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Our hybrid working model:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.
Diversity and inclusion:
At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.
By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.
More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
Closing date: 2nd October 2024
Interview date(s): Rolling basis - Early applications are encouraged as the role may be closed early if the opportunity is filled.
For full details, please download our recruitment pack.
To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best.
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Job description - Senior Public Affairs and Research Officer
Reporting to – Public Affairs, Policy and Campaigns Consultant
Location – Hybrid/London
Contract: Permanent
Hours – Full time (35 hours)
Salary - £31,000-£32,754 per annum
We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident Employer that welcome disabled applicants and provide reasonable adjustments.
Main purpose of this role
The Senior Public Affairs and Research Officer will drive policy change to increase surplus food redistribution by engaging with stakeholders across government, media, industry, and academia. They will support FareShare’s public affairs strategy by producing well-researched briefings, organizing impactful events, and fostering relationships with key partners.
About FareShare
FareShare is the UK’s national network of charitable food redistributors, made up of 18 independent organisations. Together, we take good quality surplus food from right across the food industry and get it to over 8,000 frontline charities and community groups. The food we redistribute is nutritious and good to eat. It reaches charities across the UK, including school breakfast clubs, older people’s lunch clubs, homeless shelters, and community cafes. Every week we provide enough food to create almost a million meals for vulnerable people.
Every year, more than 4.5 million tonnes of food go to waste in the UK, enough for 10 billion meals. Meanwhile, the cost-of-living crisis is driving millions into food insecurity. FareShare has a plan to help use surplus food to support those struggling to make ends meet, and strengthen communities across the UK through our network of local charities and community groups. We are fortunate to benefit from the support of major retailers, the media, and a groundswell of public engagement. As a result, there has never been a more exciting time to join an organisation at the heart of public consciousness.
FareShare’s vision
Our vision is of a UK where ‘No good food goes to waste’.
Every year, food wasted in the UK adds millions of tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions to the atmosphere. During a climate crisis, and with record levels of food insecurity, it doesn’t make sense to be throwing away perfectly good food.
FareShare believes that with long-term ambition and quick, decisive action, the UK’s food system can become a driver of positive social and environmental impact.
Our values run through everything we do and set out a clear framework for us to approach our work: passion, ambition, respect, collaboration, and focus.
The role
The role will sit within FareShare’s public affairs—part of the wider marcomms team—which is responsible for advocating for policies that create an economic and legislative environment that is beneficial for surplus food redistribution. This will help FareShare achieve its long-term goals of redistributing a higher proportion of the UK’s surplus food and benefiting more communities across the UK.
FareShare recently published its manifesto, ‘Where’s The Food? Strengthening Communities Through Surplus Food Redistribution.’ The manifesto sets out a path for government, businesses, and charities to work together to turn an environmental problem into a social good.
The Senior Public Affairs and Research Officer will be critical in advancing FareShare’s policy agenda, as outlined in the manifesto. Working closely with the Public Affairs, Policy and Campaigns Consultant, you will lead efforts to engage influential stakeholders, create compelling content, and coordinate high-impact events. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence national policy and contribute to meaningful change in the food redistribution sector.
Key responsibilities
Stakeholder Engagement: Build and manage relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government bodies, media, and academia, to advance FareShare’s policy objectives.
Policy, Research, and Briefings: Develop in-depth policy knowledge and produce well-researched briefings and reports articulating FareShare’s policy goals. Identify opportunities for FareShare to feed into Government consultations and Select Committees.
Events: Support the planning and execution of public affairs events, including parliamentary engagements and engagement with industry conferences.
Person specification
About you
- Deeply passionate about politics and driven to create progressive change through political advocacy.
- A strategic thinker with the ability to navigate complex political landscapes.
- An intellectually curious person with the ability to understand and communicate complicated topics, with an eye for detail and nuance.
- A skilled writer, who is adept at producing excellent briefings and other written communications.
- A self-starter, who can work independently and does not need constant oversight and management.
- A diligent person with good organisational skills.
- A motivated and persistent individual who is willing to invest the time, effort and energy that is required to succeed in bringing about positive change in the world of policy and politics.
Experience
- You will have had two or more years of experience working in politics, policy or research for an MP, political party, government department, think tank, charity, agency, or similar organisation.
- You will have had extensive experience producing well-researched briefings, reports, and other written material.
- You will be used to dealing with senior stakeholders in a professional and organised manner.
Skills, knowledge, and abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Well developed research and academic skills.
- Strong project management and organisational skills to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, meet deadlines, and manage priorities.
- A self-starter with the proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A deep understanding of the UK political system.
- Experience in food policy, environmental policy, or social policy is highly desirable.
- Ability to understand data to support evidence-based policy recommendations
Values and behaviours
- Appreciation of FareShare’s mission and strategy.
- Flexible approach and ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- Proven ability to develop and maintain good working relations with internal and external audiences.
Benefits
- Hybrid / Flexible working, with regular UK travel
- 28 days’ annual leave + 8 bank holidays
- Employers pension contribution
- Employee Assistance Program
- Interest free bicycle purchase loan scheme
- Season ticket loan
Do you want your job to feel exciting again? If you’re a highly motivated, experienced fundraiser looking for a new challenge in an ambitious and friendly team then look no further.
The individual giving team is responsible for driving sustainable growth through donor engagement, stewardship and acquisition. Could you be the newest member of our team? We are seeking an experienced Fundraising Marketing Officer to join us as we approach our centenary. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in not-for-profit fundraising marketing and a passion for leveraging stories to drive fundraising success. This role requires a creative thinker, a data-driven approach, and a commitment to making a positive impact.
The successful candidate will join a busy, friendly, and capable team working to maximise the charity’s fundraising performance. We work with leading fundraising specialists throughout the UK to refine our approach and deliver outstanding results for one of the UK’s leading animal welfare charities.
Location
This position is based remotely. But you must be a resident of the United Kingdom with all the necessary legislative ‘right to work’ documentation. You will be required to attend the charity’s head office located in Norfolk a minimum of 6 times per year and this will be at your own expense for travel and accommodation.
Why become part of World Horse Welfare’s team?
Horses might be part of our DNA but they don’t have to be part of yours. World Horse Welfare has plenty of passionate equine experts already in situ, so provided you share our values of being realistic, compassionate and forward-thinking then you could be the perfect candidate.
We care about our people because they are the ones who enable us do achieve such good work. We invest in them, nurture them and listen to them to create a collaborative working environment where everyone feels valued.
Benefits include a generous pension scheme and cash health plan, paid employee sickness absence scheme, a minimum of 31 days’ holiday (including bank/public holidays and mandatory shutdown between Christmas and New Year) and death in service.
World Horse Welfare’s values are grounded in pragmatism and compassion as we strive to support and strengthen the horse-human partnership in all its guises through a combination of care, research, education and influence. The charity promotes and protects welfare across the full spectrum of the equine world including horses in need, sport and leisure horses, and horses used in work and production in marginalised communities worldwide.
World Horse Welfare is committed to championing equality and diversity in all aspects of employment and in the services that it provides. We encourage applications from under-represented groups, particularly ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQ+ and disabled people.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Role: Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Location: Hybrid, London workspace, home working & national travel required
Reports to: CEO
Position: Full time
Salary: up to £55k, based on experience
About Us
My Black Dog is an online peer to peer charity that supports those who are struggling with their mental health. We are committed to making a positive impact on mental health in the UK as we tackle an epidemic that millions of people in the UK face. As we continue to grow and expand our reach, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our leadership team.
Position Overview
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is a key member of our leadership team responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the organisation. The COO will work closely with the CEO and SMT to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the charity by playing a pivotal role in overseeing various aspects of our operations, including compliance, safeguarding, operations and team management, finance, human resources, IT, and administrative functions.
The ideal candidate will be a results-driven, strategic thinker with a strong background in non-profit management and a passion for our cause.
We are looking for candidates that have a positive outlook, strong resilience and the ability to adapt easily to changing responsibilities and challenges.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Programme Management:
- Supervise staff and ensure the effective delivery of our programs and services.
- Develop and implement program evaluation mechanisms to measure the impact of our initiatives.
2. Human Resources:
- Lead the HR function, including talent acquisition, staff development, and performance management.
- Foster a positive and inclusive organisational culture that aligns with our mission and values.
- They will provide leadership across the organisation and ensure that each team member is well supported and professionally managed
3. Technology and Infrastructure:
- Ensure the charity has the necessary technology and infrastructure to support its operations.
- Identify and implement IT solutions to enhance efficiency and data security.
4. Compliance and Reporting:
- Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
- Prepare and present regular reports to the Board of Trustees and stakeholders on organisational performance.
5. Stakeholder and Partnership Engagement
- Represent the charity at public events and engage with key stakeholders to promote our mission.
Qualifications & Experience
· Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Master's degree preferred).
· 5+ years proven experience in senior operational roles within the non-profit sector
· Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate teams
· Exceptional organisational and project management abilities.
· Demonstrable experience in budgeting, financial management, and people leadership
· Excellent line management skills with the ability to work across a multi-disciplinary team of virtual working staff.
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
· Commitment to the charity's mission and values.
· Knowledge of mental health and wellbeing with experience working with individuals in mental health preferable
· An appreciation of how to handle sensitive and confidential issues.
· Knowledge of compliance, risk management, charity regulations, policies and government guidelines.
· Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse and inclusive environment.
· Excellent strategic planning and execution capabilities
· Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
· Proficiency in using technology and data to drive operational improvements
Required experience:
· Leadership: 5 years (required)
· Senior Operations: 5 years (required)
· Management: 5 years (required)
· Risk management: 2 years (required)
· Financial acumen: 2 years (required)
Personal attributes:
· Proactive and adaptable, with a positive approach to change and challenges.
· Highly resilient to challenging situations
· Empathy and understanding of the diverse communities with a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
· A results-driven individual with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes and driving the charity’s mission forward.
Benefits:
- Healthcare options following successful probation review
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a critical cause.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Professional development opportunities.
My Black Dog is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
If you would like to apply, please submit a cover letter (minimum 600 words) stating your previous experiences, employment and reasons for your application. We are looking for driven and qualified candidates and this letter should be a reflection of your ability to communicate well with a solid case for why you are a suitable candidate.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Us
Inspire is a charity based in East London. We inspire children and young people across London and beyond, using data to understand the barriers they face and connecting them with a range of employers and opportunities to open doors to their success.
We have over 30 years of experience in delivering high quality services and programmes to children, young people, schools, local authorities and employers. Working alongside our large network of employer volunteers, our programmes inspire and support children and young people to create a positive future for themselves in their journey from the classroom to workplace. We provide them with independent careers guidance, high aspirations and strong employability skills.
The Opportunity
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an organised, self-motivated and confident individual to join our Work Related Learning Team as a Senior Programme Officer. This role is a development opportunity, and we are seeking someone who is willing to assist with administration tasks as well as develop their skills in coordinating and delivering programmes in schools and businesses. You do not need to have held a senior role previously for your application to be considered. The Senior Programme Officer will be line managed by a Programme Manager. We would invite anyone seeking experience in moving up from Programme Officer level to apply.
Our Work Related Learning team has an excellent reputation in developing and delivering workshops and programmes which educate children and young people on the world of work and opportunities available to them once they complete their education.
The successful applicant will co-ordinate and deliver high quality programmes for students in primary and secondary schools and young people who are unable to attend mainstream education.
This role will enable you to use your presentation and creativity skills to support development and delivery of workshops and programmes. You will use your communication skills to manage recruitment and liaison with volunteers and communicate with a range of schools and other stakeholders to ensure everything is well organised and runs without a hitch. You will be responsible for managing admin and physical resources used by schools, as well as preparing evaluation reports.
Key responsibilities of the role include:
- Provide support and coordination on a range of programmes
- Manage recruitment and liaison with volunteers' participation in events
- Prepare and deliver volunteer training
- Attend, support and deliver events in schools and other external venues
- Prepare evaluation reports
- Liaise with stakeholders including schools, businesses and volunteers
- Prepare, plan and manage our physical programme resources, including printing
- Responsible for admin tasks relating to programme delivery
- Possibility for line managing staff
If you have the skills and desire to join our team, please see our job description for more details.
Interview arrangements
The interview selection process will include a skills-based test. Further details will be provided to applicants who are invited for interview.
How to apply
Please submit your CV and covering letter.
Inspire is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Closing date
This position is available immediately. We will review applications as we receive them and aim to appoint as soon as we meet the right person.
Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we will not be able to contact unsuccessful applicants.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We’re looking for a passionate policy and campaigns expert to lead our work driving equity in healthcare and securing justice in the Infected Blood Scandal.
Working closely with the Chief Executive and Management Team, you will lead the development and delivery of HCT’s influencing strategy including:
- Driving our work on the UK Infected Blood Inquiry and new compensation system, to ensure everyone affected can access justice and that the Inquiry recommendations are rapidly acted upon by the UK Government.
- Developing the policy and campaigns strategy for our new Inclusion Health programme, focused on improving health and access to health services for marginalised and excluded populations (also known as “Inclusion health” or “PLUS” populations within the NHS Core20PLUS5 approach to addressing health inequalities).
- Building strategic partnerships with like-minded organisations to ensure Government takes a long-term and evidence-based approach to hepatitis C elimination – meeting our target to eliminate hepatitis C in the UK by 2030. This will cut across work in drug policy, health and justice, inclusion health and communicable diseases.
This is a pivotal role for the organisation, coming at a crucial juncture in our 20-year history, and coinciding with a new Government and following the final report of the Infected Blood inquiry.
The role will provide an excellent opportunity to take on wide-ranging policy and campaigns responsibilities encompassing research, influencing decision makers, building coalitions, developing campaigns and producing campaign materials, developing HCT’s campaigners’ network, and building public and political support for our aims and our communities.
You will be a strategic thinker with great political and communication skills, enthusiasm for working directly with communities, and experience of policy, public affairs and/or campaigning work. Ideally, you will have an understanding of inequalities and/or experience of working with ‘Inclusion Health’ populations including people experiencing homelessness, the criminal justice systems, drug use and/or other exclusion. Lived experience is always a huge asset.
You will bring a track record of working on campaigns that have contributed to policy or other social change. You’ll be passionate about working with people with lived experience to develop policy and will have the ability to build influential relationships and to represent The Hepatitis C Trust with a range of external audiences.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About us
Providence Row tackles the root causes of homelessness to help people get off, and stay off, the streets. The charity was founded in 1860 to work with vulnerable people living in the East End of London. We are extremely proud of how the charity has continued to grow and develop for more than 160 years.
For homeless people, or those at risk of homelessness, finding employment and housing opportunities can feel like an uphill battle, even more so if they’re affected by physical, mental health or substance misuse issues. Providence Row works with those affected by homelessness and those vulnerably housed in London, offering an integrated service of crisis support, advice and progression programmes. We ensure that people often excluded from mainstream services gain the support and opportunities they need to create a safe, healthy and sustainable life away from the streets.
About the role
To lead the business development function within Providence Row, achieving agreed business retention and growth objectives to sustain the viability of Providence Row’s mission. The post holder works closely with the Executive Leadership Team and reports to the CEO.
Key responsibilities
- Analyse and distil trends and key drivers of change arising from the macroeconomic environment, regulation, politics and government policy. Adapt the business plan as required to intelligence from the market sector.
- Establish and maintain a network of influence within commissioning circles at local and regional level. Create and sustain external relationships in the interests of the charity and maintain a strong external presence/profile.
- Understand the organisation’s unique value proposition and competitive advantage, and how to maintain and communicate this.
- Assess the relative strengths and opportunities for the charity within the sector, identify peers and analogous charities, understand their value proposition relative to the charity and build partnership alliances in support of business capability.
- Leverage new partnerships to diversify sources of work, expanding the charity’s presence and extending the reach and influence of the charity.
- Lead negotiations achieving retention of prioritised contracts on favourable terms.
- Actively monitor tender opportunities suited to the charity’s capabilities.
- Prepare compelling and competitive proposals that consistently position the organisation in the finalists’ list, provide strategic input to increase the win rate of bids/tenders.
- Ensure pricing and costing is competitive, reflecting the charity’s commitment to the delivery of high quality service and care.
- Research, assess and understand all sources of funds and funding mechanisms.
- Promote the charity’s work and vision more broadly in the charity sector, tell the organisational story in an effective and compelling manner, using outcome data and evidence of impact.
- Help to shape Providence Row’s long-term service delivery objectives and develop plans to achieve them.
The ideal candidate
To be considered for this role you should meet the following criteria:
- Senior level experience in leading on the retention and growth of business in the charity sector
- Confidence and experience in networking, influencing and negotiating with senior external stakeholders
- Skilled in drafting and submitting business proposals, written tenders and grant applications
- Experience of successfully implementing strategic plans
- Knowledge of the commissioning landscape and funding trends
- Experience of working as part of a senior team
Research shows some people, especially women and marginalised groups, may hesitate to apply unless they match all the criteria. However, we want to assure everyone that we encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of whether they fulfil every point in the job description. Your unique perspective matters to us – please apply with confidence.
Benefits
- 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Season ticket loan
- Employee assistance programme
- Access to shopping discounts
To apply
Please upload your CV with a covering letter detailing how you meet the job specification by 21 September 2024 at 23:30.
Interviews
Please note that we may interview on a rolling basis and therefore encourage early applications.
Providence Row is a charitable company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales; company number 07452798 registered charity number 1140192.
We have an exciting opportunity to join the Wildlife team, within the Policy, Prevention and Campaigns Division, as a Senior Scientific and Policy Officer - Animals in Entertainment & the Media.
This pivotal role will address a significant gap in the protection and welfare of animals used in entertainment and media. Tens of thousands of animals are featured in films, television shows, advertisements, often facing substandard treatment and welfare conditions. Despite public concern, current legal and industry safeguards remain inadequate.
The creation of this new role within the RSPCA, is not only vital for addressing current deficiencies in animal welfare within the entertainment industry but also reinforces the RSPCA's commitment to leading positive change.
This role will drive forward critical initiatives, ensuring that the welfare needs of animals are prioritised and protected, reflecting the values and expectations of society.
This role is being offered as a 24 month fixed term contract. We are open to flexible working options, such as part time hours and the role will be offered on a hybrid working basis; working from home and from our London and or Horsham office.
Are you ready to join our movement?
What a day might look like for you:
As our Senior Scientific and Policy Officer - Animals in Entertainment & the Media, you will develop and implement a strategic plan to raise industry standards, improve legal protection, and shift public attitudes to improve the welfare of animals used in these industries.
The role is situated in the RSPCA's Wildlife Department but the scope of the work includes all animals, including companion animals, so you will work collaboratively across several departments.
You can find a full description of what the role entails on the attached role profile but in a nutshell, we will look to you to:
- Generate and maintain RSPCA policies, strategic aims, goals and objectives relating to animals in entertainment and the media.
- Develop and implement a strategic influencing plan to improve industry standards, legal protection, and public attitudes towards animals in entertainment and the media
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders, including those in the entertainment industry, animal welfare organisations, and regulatory bodies, and represent the RSPCA in advocacy coalitions to achieve the RSPCA's goals and objectives.
- Prepare and deliver evidence-based briefing papers, policy reports, position statements, articles, and press releases.
- Work with RSPCA colleagues to ensure RSPCA standards are based on the latest scientific evidence and best practices.
- Undertake media interviews as the RSPCA's lead spokesperson on animal welfare in entertainment.
- Stay up-to-date on animal welfare science, legislation, ethics, and industry developments.
What makes a great Senior Scientific and Policy Officer - Animals in Entertainment & the Media?
To succeed within this role, it is essential that you have:
- A degree level qualification in a relevant discipline.
- Strong relationship building, negotiation and influencing skills.
- Strong stakeholder management skills.
- Proven experience of high level influencing and setting the strategic direction for advocacy on animal welfare issues.
- An ability to build and utilise networks of contacts effectively and to work in coalition with others.
- Broad knowledge of animal welfare issues and specific knowledge and experience relating to animals specific to the post.
- Expertise in developing compelling policies, shaping agendas and working in coalition to achieve change.
- Experience of translating policy and research into change through advocacy, and a strong track record of driving policy change with national and local governments.
- Excellent research and writing skills with the ability to effectively condense, summarise and make sense of large amounts of information quickly, pulling out salient points and spotting potential weaknesses or problems.
- You must also be aligned to our vision and values.
This role is both rewarding and challenging and it is a very exciting time to join the RSPCA during our 200th year, so if you have the skill set we are looking for, please apply! We encourage people from all sections of our community to apply for jobs with us.
Final note from us & good luck with your application!
Interviews will take place on the 22nd and 23rd October.
We are really lucky that some of our roles attract a high level of interest and for this reason we review applications as they are received, unfortunately on some occasions this means roles may close earlier than advertised; so early submissions are highly recommended.We are unable to accept applications past the close date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Please make sure you read the “How to apply” section as we do not process any applications that don’t follow the correct process.
Location: Our main office is in London, near Kings Cross Station. For London-based staff, we have two core office days (Wednesdays and Thursdays). [SW1] We are open to candidates based outside of London.
Hours:Full-time or part-time (min 4 days/wk). We can discuss flexible working patterns as needed.
Duration: Fixed term until February 2026.
Salary:£60,000 - £70,000 pro rata (this includes £2,000 London weighting, if applicable).
Start date:As soon as possible
Role Description
We are looking for a senior leader, with extensive experience in education project and/or programme management, who can lead a fast-growing team within a mission-driven organisation. You will be a core member of the Executive Leadership Team, in particular working closely with the interim CEO, the Chief Operations Officer, the Director of Impact and the charity’s Senior Programmes Leaders. You will have direct exposure to the Board of Trustees and the unique opportunity to fundamentally shape the organisation and its direction.
The Chief Programmes Officer will be responsible for all aspects of programme delivery, including providing strategic direction and day-to-day oversight of the programmes delivery team, business development and stakeholder management with new partners in further education, and reviewing and improving delivery across all our programmes. You will work closely with the Director of Impact to refine and implement our approach to programme quality and impact to ensure we are providing the most effective programmes for the students we support. You will play a leadership role in the overall direction of the charity and work with the CEO, the Chief Operations Officer and the Director of Impact to ensure that the systems, processes, and ways of working for the Programmes Team are in place to ensure effective programme delivery.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Executive Leadership
- Working closely with the CEO, the Chief Operations Officer and the Director of Impact to provide overall leadership for the organisation, deliver the organisation’s new five-year strategy, and embed its values.
- Regularly updating the board on programme delivery and developments through participation in full Board and subcommittee meetings.
- Deputising for the CEO as needed, internally or externally, representing Get Further in public forums, with senior stakeholders, and with external organisations.
Business development and sales:
- Planning, leading and engaging in sales activity to ensure Get Further meets its goals for growth in terms of college partnerships and student numbers and secures new partnerships in key regions and areas for expansion.
- Line managing Senior Programmes Leaders, supporting their development and the delivery of KPIs with regards to college sales and renewals.
- Working closely with the Senior Marketing and Communications Officer to ensure a joined-up and impactful approach to sales and marketing, including through conference attendance and participation, social media, webinars.
Programme delivery:
- Strategic leadership of the Programmes Team (currently a team of 10 full-time staff), including ensuring that the team has the culture, working environment and professional development opportunities to ensure they are well-equipped to deliver high quality programmes and to meet our delivery KPIs.
- Overseeing efficient delivery of every aspect of each programme cycle, from liaising with the Chief Operations Officer to set and ensure achievement of targets for recruiting and training tutors, to leading the team to deliver on tuition logistics (including clear and timely student, tutor and college communications), and reporting on our impact to our partners in further education, ensuring programmes are high-quality and impactful for students and partners.
- Identifying and rolling out developments to programme delivery that help to improve our ways of working at scale, to enable the team to deliver now and in the future.
Programme quality and impact:
- Working closely with Get Further’s Director of Impact and the wider Impact Team to develop and deliver our processes for monitoring and evaluating the impact of our programmes, including communicating our results with existing and potential partners in further education to support the charity to meet its wider objectives.
- Ensuring Get Further’s approach to curriculum, assessment and tutor training continue to develop and improve with insights from our impact data, including line management of our Maths and English Curriculum Managers.
- Holding the relationship with Get Further’s subject advisory groups.
External relationships:
- Building relationships and our brand across the further education, charity and policy sectors.
- Leading on the delivery of a FE Advisory Group that provides advice and guidance to the charity to ensure programme delivery continues to move from strength to strength.
- Supporting with fundraising and advocacy as needed.
Person Specification
ESSENTIAL
- A deep interest and commitment to Get Further’s mission, including the drive to expand our work and the ability to articulate and pitch our programmes authentically.
- An excellent track record of sales within the education sector (minimum two years’ experience of directly selling programmes within education) and skilled in designing and delivering business development plans and/or marketing strategies.
- Extensive experience in leading and improving programme delivery, including the ability to galvanise colleagues to reach annual KPIs.
- Organisational and project management skills, to plan and make strategic decisions to prioritise and optimise time and budget.
- Successful leadership and management of a diverse and growing team, supporting personal development of team members and developing colleagues to foster high performance.
- A confident communicator who enjoys building networks, influencing, and promoting programmes passionately, with the ability to adapt content, tone and delivery of written and oral communications to the needs of the audience.
- A proactive problem solver, able to spot inefficiencies and identify emerging risks early, and propose solutions as they arise.
- Desire to learn, develop and advance personal career prospects.
- IT skills – experience of MS Office, particularly Word and Excel.
- Excellent spoken and written English language skills.
DESIRABLE
- A teaching qualification at Level 3 or above.
- Familiarity with the further education sector.
- Experience in programme delivery within the charity sector
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The role profile is in draft form and will be finalised in conjunction with the successful candidate, to provide the opportunity to shape the role and success factors.
Job Title: Senior Finance Officer
Team: Finance
Location: Hybrid (split between home-working and either London, Cardiff or Edinburgh)
Salary: £31,760 - £47,640 (Grade 3) (pending review)
It’s a very exciting time to join the Ramblers. We have been instrumental in helping Britain experience the great outdoors for almost 90 years. But we are looking to the future, not the past.
We know not everyone has the same access to the outdoors, so we’re continue to fight for change. We campaign, protect paths and lead walks so no matter who you are, you can enjoy the benefits of getting out into the fresh air and wide-open spaces.
We need your drive, knowledge, skills, and creativity to help us raise awareness of the Ramblers and what we stand for, helping the charity grow its supporter base and meet our brand goals. Ultimately, you will help open up the joys and wellbeing benefits of walking to many more people.
About us
You might know us for our group walks, thousands of which take place every week across England, Scotland and Wales.
But there’s a lot more to the Ramblers. Since 1935, we’ve been fighting for the public’s right to enjoy Britain’s landscapes. We do it through campaigning for changes in legislation, opening up green routes in cities, maintaining paths and signposts, saving lost paths … and so much more.
Purpose of Role
Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Senior Finance officer will lead on the day-to-day financial administration. They will provide a high standard of service in key financial and operational functions to include Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash management and Banking.
Key responsibilities
- Oversight and maintenance of the purchasing system iDocuments including administrative role, setting up new users and ensuring workflows are configured correctly
- Matching invoices to purchase orders
- Reconciliation of supplier statements
- Preparation of BACS payment runs
- Liaison with colleagues and budget holders to ensure:
- Purchase Orders are raised in advance of spend being committed,
- Purchase Orders are correctly coded
- Invoices are correctly matched to POs
- Goods Receipts Notes are created promptly
- Collaborating with suppliers and colleagues to resolve queries, disputes, or outstanding invoices
- Ensuring supplier details are up-to-date, old details are removed and any change requests are checked in line with best practice
- Carrying out spot-checks on procurement documentation pre-audit
- Manage the filing, storage, archiving and security of documents meeting all Data Protection requirements and responsibilities
Month end tasks, including preparation and maintenance of:
- Aged Debtors reports, with detailed notes on overdue invoices
- Aged Creditors reports, with explanations about any outstanding invoices
- Deferred and accrued income balance sheet account reconciliations
- Accruals and prepayments schedules, to include posting month end journals
- Reconciliations between iDocuments purchasing system and SUNsystems finance system
- Income analysis and pipeline monitoring
- Ensure all Direct Debit payments and associated invoices are posted in the correct period and reviewed periodically
- Monthly credit card reconciliation
- Posting other month end journals as required
Ad-hoc finance team tasks:
- Support to annual audit process.
- Finance inductions for new staff members.
- Credit card administration
Quarterly tasks:
- Preparation of gift aid claim to HMRC
Impact
- Impact: This role is a key player in the finance team and will be crucial in ensuring the Ramblers’ finances are run professionally and efficiently, and our budget holders are well-supported to help them to manage the budgets for their areas.
Other
- Undertake such other duties as may be reasonably required of the post
- Engage and proactively develop excellent working relationships across the organisation
The Person
Qualification
- AAT Level 4 or CIMA/ACCA part-qualified (minimum)
- GCSE English and Mathematics or equivalent.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Knowledge: This section specifies the theoretical understanding or specific expertise needed for the role.
- Knowledge of and experience in Accounts Payable, including making BACS payments
- Extensive experience of working within an Accounts Department preferably in the non-profit sector
- An understanding of basic book-keeping
- Solid working knowledge of Excel is essential
- Working knowledge of accounting systems (SUNsystems preferred)
Skills
This section details the specific abilities and competencies required to perform the job effectively:
- Exemplary attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written communication aptitude
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, as well as familiarity with accounts and purchasing software (experience with SUNsystems and/or iDocuments desirable)
- Ability to thrive under tight deadlines, exhibiting exceptional organisational and multi-tasking skills
- Able to identify coding inaccuracies and take appropriate corrective action
- Aptitude for identifying problems, generating solutions, and implementing them effectively
- Strong ability to manage time, prioritise tasks, and maintain orderly work processes
- Expertise in addressing user needs, resolving issues, and providing excellent service
- Ability to generate new ideas and approaches to improve processes or products
Experience
This section specifies the practical, hands-on experience required for the role:
- Proven experience of working in a finance team
- Experience working with different departments or teams within an organisation
- Knowledge of finance in the not-for profit sector
Personal Attributes
- Proactive communication with stakeholders and colleagues at all levels
- Self-starter: Takes initiative and is motivated to go beyond basic job requirements
- Dependable: Trustworthy and responsible, ensuring tasks are completed accurately
- Detail-Oriented: Pays attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in work
- Personable: Friendly and approachable, able to build rapport with colleagues and clients
- Innovative: Embraces new ideas and technologies to improve processes
- Willingness to learn and attend appropriate training and development courses and opportunities
- Commitment to excellence and being part of a high performing team
Salary on appointment
This statement outlines the salary policy for the job role.
- Salary Range: The role has a defined salary range from £31,760 (the minimum salary) to £47,640 (the maximum salary).
- Initial Salary Offer: The initial salary offer will be at the bottom of the range or possibly up to 10% above the base salary, depending on the candidate's skills and experience.
This approach is designed to ensure that new hires are compensated fairly but within the structured pay range for the role.
The Ramblers promote diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Values and Behaviours
Our values are the core principles that guide us daily in our work and our membership of the Ramblers. We all share the passion that walking is for everyone and by living our shared values we can ensure the Ramblers is an organisation to be proud of. Our values will earn trust for the Ramblers brand which will allow us to open up a world of walking opportunities for even more people.
Inclusive – We make everyone feel welcome and part of the Ramblers community. We make sure we all feel respected and accepted and know our contributions make a difference in achieving our mission.
Inspiring – We strive to inspire people through the way we act and the things we say. We channel our passion and ambition so others are moved to help us achieve our mission.
Empowering – We empower and encourage each other to make a positive contribution to our teams and the Ramblers. We do all we can to make sure everyone has the ability, and feels confident, to take action.
Responsible – We take responsibility for ourselves and those around us seriously, by always acting in a safe and supportive way. We care about the environment and make sure we do what we say we will do.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
UNICEF ensures more of the world’s children are vaccinated, educated and protected than any other organisation. We have done more to influence laws and policies to help protect children than anyone else. We get things done. And we’re not going to stop until the world is a safe place for all our children.
This is a great opportunity to join the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) as a Senior Risk & Research Officer.
The Senior Risk & Research Officer will support high value fundraising teams by providing first-class due diligence services. This will include conducting risk assessments on talent, high-profile supporters, philanthropic donors, corporate organisations and foundations. We are looking for someone with proven experience of due diligence in a charity or similar organisation.
Act now and apply online.
Closing date: 9am Thursday 26 September 2024.
Interview date: w/c 7 October 2024
In return, we offer:
· excellent pay and benefits (including flexible working, generous annual leave and pension, big brand discounts and wellbeing tools)
· outstanding training and learning opportunities and the support to flourish in your role
· impressive open plan office space and facilities on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
· an open culture and workplace with colleagues who share our values, enjoy their work and are motivated to do their utmost for children.
· the opportunity to work in a leading children’s organisation making a difference to children around the world
Our application process: We use a system called "Applied" that anonymises your responses and focuses on your actual skills that are relevant to this role. This benefits you by giving you a greater chance of expressing your skills in this objective selection process.
We anticipate most colleagues will work one or two days a week in the office on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford, East London (change to Scotland address if appropriate) and the rest of the time from home. We will happily discuss other flexible options to suit your circumstances.
We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, disabled candidates, and from men, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level at UNICEF UK. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for children.
UNICEF UK promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
We welcome a conversation about your flexible working requirements, personal growth, and promoting a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.
The successful candidate will be required to apply for a criminal records check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the role and the circumstances of your offences.
We only accept online applications as this saves us money, making more funds available for us to help ensure children’s rights.
If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that we only provide feedback to shortlisted candidates.
You will be at the forefront of our mission, helping to change the narrative about young people who experience homelessness in the UK.
You should have experience of securing press coverage and be comfortable delivering engaging and relevant stories for the media.
You will be at the forefront of building EveryYouth's youth engagement function which aims to give marginalised young people a voice to share their experience and stories. Alongside this work you will maintain and uphold strict safeguarding and GDPR practises.
You will work with a team to maintain EveryYouth's website and newsletter and oversee EveryYouth's social media content and delivery.
Finally, you will think strategically about the direction EveryYouth is taking with our external communications, and measure and evaluate our work against agreed KPI's.
We are looking for someone who is ambitious for the future of every young person, and who relishes the challenge of presenting marginalised young people in a positive, uplifting way, going against the longstanding norms. You should have an incredible eye for detail and enjoy working with a small, but highly collaborative team.
EveryYouth prides itself on ‘doing charity differently’ and you’ll be excited about the opportunity to join a new charity with a start-up mentality where your ideas can help shape the future of the organisation.
If you're looking for a role where your skills, passion, and dedication will come together to create a brighter future for young people, we encourage you to apply. Join us at EveryYouth and be a part of something truly extraordinary – together, we can help Every Youth reach their full potential.
Essential Experience, Skills, Knowledge and Attitude
- Experience of placing stories in broadcast and/or print media.
- Able to develop strong relationships with the media.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience managing social media accounts, website and email marketing systems
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Pro-active and positive, with a creative approach to problem solving.
- Highly organised with the ability to manage conflicting demands.
- A strong commitment to EveryYouth’s mission, vision and values with a passion for making a significant and strategic difference to the lives of disadvantaged young people in the UK.
- A desire to shape the future culture of an organisation.
Desirable Experience, Skills, Knowledge and Attitude
- Experience of working with vulnerable young people to share their stories
- Experience of securing and delivering media appeals
- Excellent design and video editing skills.
- Line management
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Do you feel motivated to help victims of stalking?
Do you want to shape the future of our response to stalking and personal safety?
Do you have resilience and flexibility, to meet the demands this role brings, and enjoy working in a sharing and learning environment?
If yes, then read on.
ABOUT SUZY LAMPLUGH TRUST:
This post represents an opportunity for the right candidate to join the UK’s founding personal safety charity and leading authority on stalking.
The Suzy Lamplugh Trust was born out of the tragic story of Suzy Lamplugh, a 25-year-old estate agent who went missing whilst at work in 1986, was never found, and was eventually declared deceased in 1993. The Trust was set up in Suzy’s name and continues to be a pioneer in reducing the risk and prevalence of abuse, aggression and violence - with a specific focus on stalking and harassment – through education, campaigning and support.
You will be working for a growing charity that delivers high value impact to those we train, those we educate, those we support and to the general public through our campaigning and policy work. Our Stalking Helpline offers support and advice to thousands of victims of stalking every year, while our bespoke advocacy teams work closely with partners and stakeholders across the Violence Against Women and Girls’ (VAWG) sector, the criminal justice system, and both statutory and non-statutory services to ensure our clients can live a live free from abuse and fear.
We are an organisation that has:
- been responsible for training over one million lone and frontline workers across all sectors in personal safety;
- campaigned heavily and played a pivotal role in driving changes in the law to better protect people across the UK; and
- supported over 75,000 victims and survivors of stalking since the inception of our National Stalking Helpline and stalking advocacy service.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
This role is about making a difference, supporting the most vulnerable, standing up against what is wrong, driving systemic change, and holding decision makers to account. We work hard so our beneficiaries sleep better at night, so families can reunite at the end of the working day, and so that victims of harassment and stalking are given the chance to regain control of their situations,
- To lead on Suzy Lamplugh Trust’s policy and campaign work relating to stalking, in order to ensure that victims of stalking continue to have their voices heard and receive effective and appropriate responses and that the Suzy Lamplugh Trust continues to be the expert policy voice in this area.
- This role will also lead on the broader harassment, online harms and workplace safety policy and campaigns agenda of the Trust. The post holder will work on multiple, diverse and fast-paced projects in a committed and expert team.
- To provide line management to the Social Media and Engagement Officer
Please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
As an Equal Opportunities employer, the Trust strives to maintain a diverse and inclusive culture representative of the communities we seek to support.
WHAT WE OFFER IN RETURN:
In return for our staff’s commitment and dedication, we offer a range of benefits, including:
- Hybrid working (minimum 40% in the office)
- Flexitime Policy
- 28 days annual leave (which increases after 3 and 5 years to a maximum of 33 days pro rata) + public holiday
- Special leave for life events, such as 1 day off for moving house and a paid day off for your birthday
- Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution
- Health & Wellbeing App with access to advice, counselling, support and a wide range of discounts
- Occupational Sick Pay (which increases after 3 years)
- Cycle to Work scheme (cycle racks on site)
- Interest-free travel loan for annual season ticket
- Regular all-staff off-site meetings and events
To reduce the risk and prevalence of abuse, aggression and violence - with a specific focus on stalking and harassment
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
This role represents an unparalleled opportunity to use your strategic and operational expertise within an impactful and driven organisation committed to stopping violent conflict and creating more peaceful societies.
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) is responsible for ensuring that Conciliation Resources’ finances, governance and operational support services across its six offices are compliant and meet the needs of the organisation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.