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Job Title: Membership and Elections Manager
Reports to: Head of People and Resources
Line reports: Membership Administrator
Contract terms: 35 hours per week
Salary: £53,694-£55,168
Location: London based with hybrid working
The Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth) is a membership organisation and the voice of the profession, with over 4,000 members in the UK and overseas. Our role is to champion the specialty, set standards of training and practice, and influence change to make a difference to the lives of patients with eye conditions.
Main Purpose
This role is an exciting opportunity for you to play a leading role in the development and delivery of our new membership strategy. You will understand membership dynamics and ensure members experience a personalised approach that guarantees value to them.
You will work closely with colleagues to ensure that the membership offer and experience is optimised. This includes our regional and devolved nation leads, where you will support our activities, recruitment and engagement of members in these areas.
You will drive member engagement and lead the recruitment and onboarding of new members to the College as well as manage the promotion and election process for member opportunities within the college.
You will also represent the college both nationally and internationally, working closely with the Head of Communications and Engagement to build on our presence and voice, reaching new audiences and attracting new members.
Key responsibilities
- manage resources and budgets, working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders while developing and delivering strategic and tactical plans
- deliver the college membership strategy, working to ensure relevant employees and College members are involved in the activities identified to drive innovation and improvements
- provide clear and concise membership reporting to help key stakeholders understand our membership position and any areas of concern or opportunities for growth
- ensure membership value proposition is clearly communicated and understood across the organisation and ensure all website content is up to date and consistent
- keep abreast of best practice in membership recruitment, retention and the external environment through networking and professional development opportunities
- ·analyse member data, survey outputs and external environment to identify trends, gain insights and intelligence which inform the value proposition
- support communications and engagement team on member segmentation and lead on the development of automated personal and targeting messaging at appropriate stages in the membership life cycle
- actively promote the diversity of members by identifying and removing barriers and acting internally and externally as a champion for equity, diversity and inclusion
- manage a £1m+ budget, including achieving income targets and monitoring expenditure against forecast
- manage the Membership Working Group to maximise strategic impact and new approaches to membership services
- oversee the collection of annual membership subscription fee which account for almost a third of the Colleges annual income
- work collaboratively with colleagues both internally and externally to organise national, regional and international opportunities to grow our membership. Travel extensively to represent the college and promote the member offer at these events
- lead and support the team, including through the identification and delivery of professional development opportunities
- manage the integrity of membership data in compliance with UK GDPR
Elections
- plan and organise the College elections, working collaboratively with all relevant departments and committee managers to ensure a seamless recruitment process
- drive member engagement during elections through clear communication, marketing of opportunities and outreach to eligible members
- communicate with unsuccessful election applicants to sensitively inform them of the election result and ensure they remain an engaged member and signpost them to other opportunities that may be suitable for them
- ensure equity, diversity and inclusion is at the core of our recruitment processes to ensure the college governance structure is representative of our membership and wider society
- maintain an overview of all committee appointments and vacancies
- manage the onboarding process of new appointments with the support of the College Executive Assistant
- measure and monitor election rounds to report successes as well as identify future opportunities and implement improvements to systems and processes
- provide election reports and insights to the Board, Honorary Secretary and SMT when required
To undertake other duties as required:
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the College
- Regular travel is expected, including attendance at events, Conferences and overnight stays. Working outside normal hours may also be required from time to time on key projects
Person Specification
Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience
- strategic experience in a membership or donor-based organisation
- processing direct debit subscriptions
- CRM and/or membership databases knowledge
- leadership & management qualification or relevant experience
Skills and Abilities
- a proven track record of delivering positive results in a membership environment
- ability to deliver strategic aims/priorities and meet challenging targets
- can use discretion and apply guidelines sensibly and consistently
- ability to work accurately and methodically under pressure and with conflicting demands
- can deal with a varied workload, multi-task and work to tight deadlines
- ability to work and communicate effectively with people at all levels, including staff and clinicians
Personal attributes
- work professionally and ethically in line with our values of Inclusion Integrity, Innovation and Improvement
- support the Head of People and Resources with other aspects of the department’s work
- participate in personal and organisational development activities
- commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion with an understanding of how this applies to own area of work
- committed to continuing professional development
- solution orientated with a drive to find opportunities for improvement and innovation
Inclusion and Diversity statement
RCOphth is committed to encouraging inclusion, equity and diversity among our staff, and eliminating unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation by complying with the Equality Act 2010. We want a working environment where individual differences and the contributions of all staff are recognised and valued. To do this, we will proactively tackle discrimination and disadvantage and ensure that no individual or group is directly or indirectly discriminated against for any reason. We expect all employees to champion and live our values through their work at every opportunity.
Our values are:
Inclusion
- actively welcoming a diversity of experiences and perspectives
- everyone being respected and encouraged to participate regardless of their background or role
Integrity
- being open and honest, demonstrating accountability in all its work
- evidenced-based and transparent decision-making, utilising a range of data, information, expertise and experience
Innovation
- creating novel opportunities to advance and deliver on its aims, anticipating changing circumstances
- actively welcoming fresh ideas and approaches
- fostering a climate of ambition and excellence drawing on expertise from across the College’s communities
Improvement
- being a learning organisation, reflecting on both successes and mistakes
- continuous and sustainable development across all its activities
Staff benefits
We offer a friendly and supportive working environment and make sure our employees are well looked after with a great benefits package, which includes:
Work life balance and family friendly benefits:
- Hybrid working ( 2 days in the office, three from home)
- 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 30 days with length of service (plus bank holidays and office closure between Xmas and New Year)
- 1 day of paid leave to move house
- Enhanced parental leave
Planning for your future:
- Employer pension contributions are double the employees, up to a maximum employer contribution of 12%.
- Life assurance of 4x of base salary
Career development
- All staff are offered opportunities for learning and development, in addition to a comprehensive e-learning package
- Study loans
Travel
- Season ticket loan
- Cycle to work scheme
Wellbeing
- Summer Fridays (staff can finish 90 minutes early from 17th July – 31st August)
- Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme (with access to free counselling sessions)
- Health cash plan
How to apply
Please submit a 2-page CV and 1-page covering letter The cover letter must explain what makes you suitable for the role. Please use the Job Description for reference.
Interviews will be held at our office in Euston on Friday 12 July. Please indicate if you are likely to need any reasonable adjustments to successfully complete this interview.
Applicants must already have the right to work within the UK without restriction. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The closing date for applications is 12noon 8 July.
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OPPORTUNITY to work with one of the UK’s leading Impact Investing Platforms
Energise Africa – Commercial Director
Hours – Full time (or 4 days a week will be considered)
Location: Oxford (with some international travel)
Salary: £60k
Term: Permanent
Start date: ASAP
Overview
Energise Africa is at an exciting and pivotal time in its development. We are currently recruiting a Commercial Director to drive the business as it looks to scale. Energise Africa has been founded and incubated by two of the leading direct impact investing platforms in Europe, Ethex in the UK and Lendahand in the Netherlands and backed by incredible supporters such as UKAid and P4G. Since 2017, during this seed stage, Energise Africa has raised over £35m from UK retail investors to accelerate energy access in Sub–Saharan Africa and has won numerous awards including the UN Climate Action award for climate friendly investments.
As we get ready to take on new investment, and expand into new geographies and sectors, it is time for the organisation to build a new dedicated team.
Commercial Director
To take our business to the next level we need a dedicated Commercial Director to help accelerate our growth.
There are four key strands to the role:
Strategy and New Business
· Work alongside the CEO to develop the growth strategy for Energise Africa
· Managing existing and develop new origination partnerships to bring new issuers to the platform
· Lead the EA origination efforts and structure proposed transactions
· Work alongside our operations team to ensure efficient processes are developed and implemented to ensure smooth onboarding of new investees
· Work alongside our marketing team to ensure that origination partners and investees give us the information that they need to effectively promote investment opportunities
· Drafting and negotiation of agreements with origination partners and prospective investees
· Lead the due diligence process, present cases to the Investment Committee and onboard new investees
· Manage existing and explore new co-financing partnerships
Investee Management
· Demonstrate excellent relationship management with our origination partners and investees.
· Monitor and manage the investment portfolio along with our origination partners.
· Manage workout situations and restructuring of clients in arrears with support from the legal team and origination partners.
Leadership
· As a key member of the Energise Africa Senior Management Team, help to build the investment strategy for Energise Africa and to deliver against agreed objectives.
Product Development
· Cooperate in product development which may involve different currency solutions, guarantees and de-risking projects as well as looking at innovative financing structures.
· Support the development of new tools and technology to make the investment process more efficient.
Reports to: CEO Energise Africa
Key skills and experience:
· A passion for sustainable development/impact investing or similar.
· 5 years of experience in impact investing (debt or equity) or corporate lending in emerging markets and/or in renewable energy or climate finance sectors.
· Experience of helping to scale a start-up and/or entrepreneurship within a company.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Great negotiation skills - cooperative, empathetic and get the deals closed.
· Excellent communication skills and the ability to represent EA at the highest levels.
· Fluent in English and ideally French or Spanish, both written and spoken.
· Willing to travel internationally (global emerging/frontier markets and European countries).
· Tech-savvy and proven experience with data-driven investment decisions.
· Bachelors or Masters degree.
Our Values
· We want to create a positive impact and make a difference in the world.
· We love helping communities, social entrepreneurs and businesses in innovative ways.
· We aim to provide excellent customer service and treat all our investors fairly.
· We are a dynamic, professional and knowledgeable team with a friendly, can-do attitude.
· We are a small team that likes delivering big impact.
What it means to be part of our team
- Work for us and see the tangible positive impact you are helping to create on the ground, such as household rural electrification in Africa and beyond.
- Share Option Scheme
- Ethical pension, with employer contribution.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
- In addition to public holidays, you are entitled to 25 days each year increasing by 1 day annually from year 3 in recognition of long service (up to a maximum of 30 days).
- The Company closes for a period during Christmas, details of which will be given to you during the early part of each year. You do not have to book these days as holiday.
- Supportive of proposals for relevant training, agreed as part of personal development plans.
- Free access to mental health support services through our partner Able Futures.
- We organise informal ad hoc socials to get to know each other better and more structured team socials once a quarter.
Equal Opportunities
We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values for making a positive impact in the world and making money do good, you will find a home at Ethex.
We believe in a fairer future for all, and we know that by working together we can do much, much more. We believe that everyone has the right to live and work without fear or prejudice regardless of race, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, social class, religion and belief.
Further information
Please indicate whether you are applying for the role on a full time or part time basis. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. This opportunity will close once the roles have been filled, so please apply early to ensure you don’t miss out.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Smart Works
Smart Works is a dynamic, high profile and fast-growing UK charity that dresses and coaches unemployed women for success at their job interview. We empower each woman by giving her the clothes and the confidence she needs to succeed.
After visiting Smart Works, 69% of clients secure a job within a month, gaining financial independence and transforming their lives.
The Smart Works service is delivered in London, Greater Manchester, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Birmingham, Newcastle, Reading and Leeds. Over the past ten years, Smart Works has helped over 30,000 women. It is our mission that any woman who needs our service should be able to find her way to a Smart Works centre.
About the opportunity
This is a temporary, casual opportunity at an upcoming pop-up shop in Bicester Village from 29th July - 25th August 2024. We require a Retail Manager, who will be responsible for the successful day-to-day running of the shop.
This includes opening and closing the store, tracking and reporting units and incoming, as well as managing volunteers and merchandising. Occasional evening and weekend work is required to lead and support the shop.
The Smart Works Shop is a key fundraising initiative, taking place throughout the year at various locations. The Shop brings together donations from brands and individuals, which are then sold in a premium shopping experience, at a discounted price. 100% of the proceeds go directly to Smart Works, supporting unemployed women with the clothing, coaching and confidence needed to get the job and transform their lives.
They must be able to speak confidently about the Smart Works service and the transformative power that customers are contributing to by purchasing items at the pop-up shop.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with demonstrable experience in retail and merchandising and experience of running a shop floor. If you are passionate about motivating a team and the mission of Smart Works, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Opening and closing the shop.
- Tracking daily units and reporting daily numbers to the Charity.
- Co-ordinating volunteers and retail assistants, supporting them to maintain the shop floor and assisting during busy periods.
- Merchandising and maintaining the shop floor, including bringing out fresh products.
- Ensuring personalised customer experience with brand and product knowledge.
- Lead on achieving sales goals and targets.
- Collaborate and communicate effectively with team members, ensuring the floor is organised at all times.
Skills you should have
Essential Criteria
- Demonstrable experience in retail and merchandising.
- Experience in merchandising across retail categories such as fashion, accessories and lifestyle.
- Experience of using digital payment systems.
- Confident leading a small team, with experience coaching and supporting individuals to thrive in their role.
- Flexible can-do attitude and a good team player, with experience in achieving individual and team targets.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
Desirable Criteria
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
Terms and conditions
- Temporary casual opportunity, at our pop-up shop in Bicester Village from 29th July - 25th August 2024.
- Hourly rate of £15.40 per hour.
- Monday - Sunday shifts available, in line with shop opening times.
- All successful applicants must provide two satisfactory references.
- Able to attend pre-opening training sessions (dates to be confirmed).
How to apply
Please submit a CV and answer the following questions by 28th June at 17:00.
- Why do you want to work at the Bicester Village pop-up shop? (Max 200 words)
- What retail experiences do you have that makes you well suited to the position? (Max 200 words)
- What do you expect the biggest challenge and biggest opportunity to be in running a pop-up shop for Smart Works? (Max 200 words)
If you require any reasonable adjustments or alterations for the application and recruitment processes, please contact us about submitting a manual application.
At Smart Works we will apply suitable measures to keep your information secure in accordance with our Privacy Policy (a current version of which is available on our website).
Smart Works promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, disabled candidates, and candidates with lived experience of unemployment as we would like to increase the representation of these groups at Smart Works.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We're hiring a Lead Psychologist to lead, shape, and enhance psychological practices across the organisation. You will work closely with various teams across the organisation to foster the development and support of psychological interventions.
The Social Interest Group is dedicated to providing comprehensive support and care to individuals of all ages facing a diverse array of psychological challenges in both mental and physical health realms. This encompasses adults within acute and forensic mental health community based services and residential community based accommodation, as well as people residing in their own homes, in the community and prisons. The spectrum of conditions and illnesses includes people with trauma, anxiety, depression, psychosis, personality disorders, eating disorders, addictions, learning disabilities, autism, Korsakoff syndrome, alcohol related brain damage, and challenges related to social isolation, family dynamics, and relationships.
In this role, you will manage a team of psychologists, a clinical lead, mental health nurses, substance misuse teams, and therapeutic leads, as well as providing overall leadership, expertise, and direction to the organisation to bridge gaps in knowledge, experience, and skills!
Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9 - 5. You will be based in Central Office (Islington) but will regularly be based within any of our services across London, Brighton, Kent, Havering, Bedford, Luton, Nottingham, and Liverpool. Hybrid working is an option outside these service visits.
Benefits, including Non-Contractual Perks
- 25 days annual leave, increasing with the length of service
- Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
- Medicash includes discount gym memberships, routine optometry care, dental treatments, and physiotherapy treatments
- Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
- Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing.
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Annual Staff Awards
If you have the passion, creativity, and tenacity to make a real difference in people's lives, challenge stigma and make our communities safer, we would love to hear from you!
ABOUT YOU
We're looking for a self-starter, who can proactively encourage and take leadership of all aspects of psychology for the organisation! You will hold an accreditation with HCPC and BPS (and/or equivalent) and be able to demonstrate your experience in developing clinical/forensic/counselling practices!
What we are looking for:
- Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology, Counselling or Forensic Psychology from an accredited institution
- Full registration with BPS and as a Psychologist with the relevant regulatory body (e.g. HCPC)
- Trained in clinical supervision and the supervision of assistant and trainee psychologists and/or other psychological therapy staff
- Previous experience of joint working with statutory, voluntary, and private sector agencies, social care, or criminal justice services
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Please refer to the JDPS attached for a full list of requirements for the role
OVERVIEW OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide leadership to employees throughout the employee life cycle
- Support the development and creation of IIRMS (Intensive Integrated Risk Management Services).
- Incorporate reflective practice and supervision into the service delivery processes.
- Provide expertise in clinical risk assessment and management, crisis intervention, and specialist communication of psychological knowledge internally and externally.
- Develop and deliver small, targeted trauma therapy provisions for individuals who cannot access other community services, ensuring specialised support which is tailored to their needs.
- Lead on clinical excellence, setting policy, preparing for CQC inspections, establishing peer reviews, and pursuing accreditation to uphold standards of quality and safety.
- Drive innovation initiatives, including quality improvement efforts, service promotion, conference presentations, and fostering relationships with multiple external stakeholders.
Other responsibilities than those described above may be required to be undertaken from time to time and will be expected to be performed to as long as it is within the capability and level of the position.
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
WORKING FOR US
ABOUT US
Social Interest Group (SIG) believes good care and support improve lives. Our values of ambition, empowerment, transparency, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Our mission is to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change
Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.
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This is an exciting opportunity to help Cambridge City Food Bank realise it’s vision of ending the need for foodbanks, through an ambitious strategy creating a network of affordable food clubs, financial inclusion projects, and campaigning to change current systems which contribute to food insecurity – and working alongside it’s eight existing foodbank welcome centres.
Your passion for our cause, proven track record of building relationships with individuals and corporate decision makers, and your capacity to create and craft compelling proposals will successfully grow resources from new and existing supporters, and help the charity achieve annual income levels in excess of £1M. (Income for y/e 30th September 2023 was £773,118)
Reporting to the CEO, you’ll proactively create development opportunities with individuals, corporate partners, granting giving trusts / foundations, and community groups. You'll oversee the Development Assistant and Development Volunteers to grow a volunteer development team, bringing our cause to life and building lasting support from within our local community.
Main Duties:
● Create development strategies which identify and deliver resources to enable the charity to carry out its ambitious strategic objectives, toward achieving its Vision and Mission.
● Identify and build good relationships with key individuals and corporate decision makers, securing them as development partners who go on to resource the Charity’s work.
● Develop, monitor and manage a development portfolio capable of maintaining charity income levels in excess of £1M per annum. You’ll establish a fundraising pipeline, including a range of KPI’s that can be tracked, and that will enable you to make informed projections regarding future income.
● Line-manage the Development Assistant to support and deliver the Charity’s development outcomes. Including work-planning, supervision and support.
o Support the Development Assistant to create Community development assets, which enable community groups to engage with and provide resources for the Charity, such as charitable fundraising events.
o Support the Development Assistant to develop strong individual donor relations with regular stewardship communications and powerful fundraising appeals alongside establishing the associated data and systems; growing supporters.
o Together with the Development Assistant, work with and support external consultants to help secure income from grant giving trusts and foundations.
o Together with the Development Assistant, develop a team of volunteers who can support the work of the Charity’s development function.
● Forge strong relationships with colleagues across the Trussell Trust network, sharing best practice and learning from other charities across the network. As part of a network ‘learning set’, you and your team will proactively take advantage of training and skills development opportunities and engage with any joint fundraising opportunities.
Personal Specification:
Technical skills and minimum knowledge:
● Strong experience of liaising with key individuals / corporate decision makers to win results.
● Excellent written and verbal communication and relationship management skills, through which you inspire, motivate, and win support.
● Creative flair to identify and create opportunities to achieve your objectives.
● Experience of managing data and of setting and reporting against KPI’s to demonstrate achievement and impact.
● Experience of working with, supporting and overseeing employees, volunteers and external consultants.
NB. Experience of charitable fundraising is not essential when demonstrating the strong transferable skills above.
Behaviours and competencies:
● Tenacious and able to embrace, develop and shape a new role. You’ll be well organised, proactive, and a self-starter who is able to self-motivate.
● Able to demonstrate empathy for people from disadvantaged, marginalised or socially-excluded backgrounds.
● Be committed to the vision, respect the ethos and uphold the values of Cambridge City Foodbank and Trussell Trust.
Our Vision, Ethos & Values:
Our Vision is to end the need for UK foodbanks. Each day we meet the need for emergency and affordable food, and tackle the causes of poverty, by harnessing the power of the community. We are an independent local charity and member of the Trussell Trust network.
We value dignity, justice, compassion, community and impact, in all that we do. We serve local people regardless of background, inspired by our Christian ethos and values.
As part of our commitment to inclusion, diversity and equity actively encourage applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people who are LGBT+, from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions and those with a lived experience of poverty as well as any other under-represented group in our workforce. We are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of our employees from all forms of harm.
In 2023: our amazing team of 200 volunteers assisted by a small staff team, provided 16,000 3-day emergency food parcels to people across Cambridge (36% were children) and distributed 170,000 Kilos of food.
Interviews will be held at Orwell House, CB4 0PP, on Friday 28th June 2024
We meet the need for emergency and affordable food, and tackle the causes of poverty, by harnessing the power of the community.
What we do
National charity Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, trains dogs to transform the lives of deaf people and provides hearing loss services, because nobody with hearing loss should feel alone.
What you will be doing
This role supports the delivery of our Individual Giving programme, specifically in support of our Puppy Sponsorship Scheme. The delivery of exceptional supporter care across multiple channels lies at the heart of the Supporter Services team and forms an integral part of the Individual Giving retention strategy. In many instances, you will be the first line of enquiry either by telephone, email, social media, or letter (and occasionally face-to-face) for Hearing Dogs’ supporters.
- Present a professional, positive, and proactive approach to supporter care and adherence to best practice regarding stewardship and supporter engagement.
- Be proactive in stewardship process improvement and development, maintaining up-to-date guidance notes for areas of your work.
- Ensure all interactions with supporters are logged in the CRM system and where appropriate passed on to the relevant team(s) in a timely manner.
- Use KPIs and SLAs to track, measure, and report on performance to ensure supporter care consistently meets our high standards.
- Process telephone, post and email enquiries/donations regarding and related to the Puppy Sponsorship Scheme, and ensure that all queries are responded to and resolved within recommended stewardship guidelines and timeframes for the team.
- Assist with maintenance of Puppy Sponsorship data on the Charity’s CRM to ensure supporter records are up-to-date and accurate, flagging any issues to the Supporter Services Manager.
- Prepare data for Puppy Sponsorship updates and build email communications.
- Assist with the production and cleaning of mailing files to support fundraising appeals, raffles, lotteries, and other products.
For more information please download the job description below.
Why us?
We offer a wide range of benefits for our staff which include:
- 24 day's holiday plus, bank holiday's
- Pension
- Hybrid working
How to apply
For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the 'Apply' button.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Closing date & Interviews
We will be reviewing applications and interviewing on a rolling basis.
Service Coordinator, L'Arche London
ABOUT L'ARCHE LONDON
At L’Arche we build Communities together with people with learning disabilities rather than doing it for them, and we are committed to mutually transforming relationships in a world where all belong.
L’Arche London is a diverse and inclusive Christian community of 100 people with and without learning disabilities, sharing ordinary life and building extraordinary relationships. Excellence in care and a commitment to living in community is what makes us unique. We are a high quality care and support provider, regulated by the Care Quality Commission in England.
Are you inspired to bring your skills, experience and values to support our vision of a more human society?
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reports to: Head of Support and Care (Registered Manager)
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week, usually Monday - Friday 9 - 5pm
NB Service Coordinators are required to balance management administration with being present in the group's houses. This necessitates some occasional evening and weekend work to be agreed with their line manager.
Salary: £35,000 per annum (with an increment in the second year)
Place of work: L’Arche London community houses and office (all within a walking distance, based in West Norwood, London)
Main purpose of the role:
- To lead and manage the Oak Group, one of three groups in the L'Arche London community, comprising of a range of services for people with learning disabilities and its team of assistants.
- To lead the service delivery within this group in line with L'Arche values, standards and the requirements of the Care Quality Commission [CQC].
- To play an active role in the leadership of L'Arche London, helping shape a vibrant community of people with and without learning disabilities.
Leadership and People Management:
- Supervise and work with the Deputy Service Coordinator to lead a team of 15 Support Assistants. Ensure each assistant in the group is regularly supervised, trained, and appraised, and that action is taken to effectively manage performance issues.
- Understand the requirements of the CQC and other relevant legislation and ensure that all applicable standards are met including adult safeguarding.
- As part of the Community Coordinating Team, implement appropriate policies and procedures, promoting the wider L'Arche mission, vision and values.
- Be on the On-Call rota every 6 - 8 weeks, with flexibility as service requires. (Additional pay provided.)
- Contribute to the recruitment/ interviewing of Assistants.
Provision of Support to People with Learning Disabilities
- Ensure the provision of high quality personalised support for each person with a learning disability in the Oak group, implementing Person Centred Support Plans to maximise independence, personal choice, and autonomy.
- Enable each person with learning disabilities to feel at home, encouraging both individuality and belonging, ensuring that everyone is informed of their rights and responsibilities as a member of the Community group and as a tenant.
- Support each person to manage various aspects of their life, from their personal budgets to their health and well-being.
- On occasion, provide one-to-one support to people with learning disabilities at home or in the community.
Administration and Management
- Maintain high standards of communication and record keeping, ensuring an effective flow of information within the Group, with the rest of L'Arche London, the local community, family and professionals.
- Work closely with the Deputy Service Coordinator to oversee the work rota.
Creating Community
- Attend and organise Community events and celebrations relevant to the role and foster a sense of welcome for all visitors and friends; ensure a regular rhythm of prayer and reflection in accordance with the traditions of L’Arche.
General
- Attend training and personal development courses as required.
- Any other reasonable duties commensurate with the post which may be required from time to time.
What We Offer
- This post is offered subject to a probationary period of 6 months; 3 clear references; a completed work history form; a satisfactory and up-to-date enhanced DBS check; and a satisfactory right to work check as appointees must have the right to work in the UK.
- There is no additional pay for overtime, but Time off in lieu (TOIL) will be given and agreed with the line manager when circumstances require the post-holder to work extra hours. TOIL should be taken within 2 weeks of being accrued.
- All Service Coordinators are the on-call rota for 1 week every 6 - 8 weeks. There is an additional payment of £56 a week for being on-call.
- Paid holiday allowance of 33 days leave per year. (This total is inclusive of 8 days in lieu of bank holidays).
- Service Coordinators will be provided with a programme of personal development and training including opportunities to study for QCF qualifications in social care and leadership development through L'Arche in the UK's leadership development programme.
- Employee Assistance Programme with Care First which offers confidential support in terms of performance, health, mental and emotional well-being including access to short term free counselling services.
A full job description and person specification can be found in the recruitment pack.
To apply, please submit your CV and answer the questions on our online application form. Please also include a cover letter providing in depth explanation of how you meet the job and person specifications for this role. Please give examples where you can.
Closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 15 June 2024. We will carry out interviews as applications are received and may close the role early if a suitable candidate is appointed. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Please also read our privacy notice for job applicants.
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Gympanzees is a multi-award-winning Bristol-based charity. Our mission is to ensure all children and young people with a disability have access to regular exercise, play and friendship. We aim to open multiple exercise and play facilities nationwide – the first of which will be in Bristol. This is an exciting time to join an ambitious team that will raise funds for the UK's first centre of its kind.
We are seeking a competent and organised Secretary to join our team. As a Secretary, you will provide administrative support and ensure smooth communication within the charity. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in office software applications. If you're passionate about contributing to a dynamic and innovative Charity committed to opening the UK’s first leisure centre for children and young people with disabilities, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a difference.
At Gympanzees, we offer a working environment that enables everyone to perform their best. Flexible hours and remote working options suit your home life. The role is hybrid, with time split between our office in Aust and home working. We are open to discussing working patterns that work best for you while keen for you to be an active team member.
Primary Responsibilities - include but are not limited to.
- Administrative Support: Provide administrative assistance to the management team, including scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and organising meetings.
- Communication Management: Handle incoming calls, emails, and other correspondence and ensure timely and appropriate responses.
- Document Management: Maintain and organise physical and electronic files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Client Interaction: Greet visitors, members, and clients and provide them with necessary information or assistance.
- Data Entry: Input and update information into databases and spreadsheets accurately and efficiently.
- Office Organisation: Maintain a tidy and organised office space, order supplies, and manage inventory.
- Event Coordination: Help plan and coordinate events, workshops, and programs hosted by Gympanzees.
- Team Collaboration: Collaborate with other team members to ensure smooth operations and effective department communication.
- Record Keeping: Maintain records of expenses, invoices, and other financial documents and assist in basic bookkeeping tasks.
- Adherence to Policies: Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures, and regulations.
Skills you’ll need
- Proven experience as a secretary, administrative assistant, or similar role.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and other software.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and responsibilities.
- Friendly and professional demeanour, with a customer service-oriented approach
What’s in it for you
At Gympanzees, we strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their whole, authentic selves to work. Our mission is to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our community and its employees. We are a hugely passionate and driven team; our jobs are more than work. As a small team, every opinion is valued, and we encourage risk and learning to make us as good as we can be.
We offer 25 days of holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing by one day each year you are part of the team, up to 30 days. In addition, everyone is given their birthday off.
We also offer a healthcare plan that allows you to reclaim cash for Dental appointments and treatment, Opticians, Therapy, and Specialist Consultations.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Training opportunities.
Sick pay.
NEST pension.
Gympanzees is committed to promoting diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups (e.g., Disabled people, people from ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ people). As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview to all applicants who meet our essential criteria.
To apply, please send a short cover letter explaining why you should be considered for the role. We are also happy to accept your cover letter in video format.
If you are successfully shortlisted, you will be invited for an interview. If successful, you will be asked to provide the names of two referees who have known you for at least two years, preferably in a professional context. This can include employers, colleagues, teachers, tutors, support workers, community leaders, a child’s teacher, or a member of a hobby or exercise group you belong to.
Our commitment to safeguarding
At Gympanzees, we take our responsibilities for the safety and welfare of the people who use our services, our volunteers, staff, and the organisation as a whole very seriously.
All applicants successful at the interview will be asked to disclose unspent convictions under the terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (as amended in 2013).
If you would like this document in any other format or if you are experiencing difficulties applying, please contact us by email, phone, or in writing.
Interviews to take place on Wednesday 3rd July at Gympanzees HQ.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Director of People and Culture, L'Arche in the UK
ABOUT L'ARCHE
L'Arche is a worldwide movement of people with and without learning disabilities building community together. We aim to be a beacon for our society - of what social care can be, what life with learning disabilities can be, and what a human society can be.
L'Arche in the UK is a registered charity and a regulated provider of care and support. Our 11 Communities in England, Scotland and Wales offer a varied mix of adult supported living, registered care, and day services.
Our UK annual turnover is about £20m. Well over a thousand people across the UK belong to a L'Arche Community, including about 300 people with learning disabilities and more than 700 employees and volunteers.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reports to: National Leader / CEO
Direct reports: HR Advisor, Head of Learning and Development
Salary: £72,800 (plus London weighting where appropriate)
Location: Hybrid, with 2-3 days a week in our London office, or in another L'Arche location. (If your base is outside London, you can expect to spend 2-3 days a month in the London office). The role includes regular travel to L'Arche Communities UK-wide, and to national meetings.
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week, full time
Purpose of the role:
Lead people vision, strategy, systems and services that make L'Arche a great place to work, belong, and grow in Community - so that we live out our mission and values.
Key responsibilities:
Vision and values
- Lead L'Arche in our identity as a life-giving place to work, belong and grow, in line with our mission and values.
- Develop a coherent vision and strategy for L'Arche as a place where people can flourish.
- Integrate this people vision into organisation-wide ambitions, priorities and initiatives.
- Build clarity and confidence about how to bring together the L'Arche focus on community, mutuality, and spirituality.
Recruitment, retention, and belonging
- Build a L'Arche-wide focus on belonging, wellbeing and employee retention.
- Oversee recruitment strategy and processes across l'Arche.
- Lead on workforces strategy, pay and rewards.
- Support L'Arche Communities to welcome a new generation of volunteers and friends.
- Lead employee and volunteer engagement, and build a culture of co-creation, ownership, and voice for everyone.
Learning, development, and formation
- Oversee co-production and roll-out of a new Values, Skills and Behaviours Framework.
- Lead a new initiative on line management skills and culture.
- Oversee the national Learning and Development team in providing central programmes for assistant and leader induction and leadership development.
- Support Communities to identify and develop future leaders.
- Oversee development and implementation of an overall strategy for learning, development, and formation.
HR structures, strategy, and services
- Ensure L'Arche has the skills, policies, systems, and information for consistently good and compliant HR services and line management.
- Review and lead people functions across L'Arche, to ensure clear, coherent, and cost-effective HR services.
- Manage the HR team, Learning and Development team, and national HR and L&D budgets.
- Oversee the accuracy and relevance of admin and data systems.
- Oversee HR employee relations and whistleblowing across l'Arche.
Leadership
- Champion the mission of L'Arche and model our values.
- Contribute expertise on HR, inclusion, employment law and learning and development to wider discussions.
- Maximise the voice, power, and engagement of employees and of people with learning disabilities.
A full role description and person specification can be found in the Recruitment Pack.
The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 16 June.
The first round of interviews will be online, between 28 June and 5 July.
To apply, please answer the questions on our online application form.
Please also read our privacy notice for job applicants.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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!
Assistant Shop Manager, Fleet, Permanent, part-time, 21 hours per week
Contract: Permanent, Permanent, Part-time, 21 hours per week
Salary: £12,492 - £13,104
Location: 187 Fleet Road, Fleet GU51 3BL
Closing date: 24th June 2024
We’re recruiting an Assistant Shop Manager for our wonderful shop in Fleet!
Your new role will be essential in supporting our cause, making a positive impact on the lives of animals in need. Join us and be part of something truly special!
More about the role
Blue Cross is a leading UK animal welfare charity, with a network of over 50 charity shops across England and Wales.
Our dedicated supporters generously contribute various items - from clothing to books, toys, household goods, and soft furnishings - all of which find their way into our shops and online platforms. The funds raised through these sales play a pivotal role in supporting Blue Cross's mission: aiding sick, injured, and homeless pets and ensuring the care of over 40,000 animals each year through our rehoming, veterinary, and education programmes.
As our Assistant Shop Manager in Fleet, you'll work closely with the Shop Manager, overseeing day-to-day shop operations, including generating donations, managing displays and merchandising, coordinating stock deliveries and collections, maintaining records, and handling cash.
Additionally, you'll play a key role in recruiting, training, motivating, and managing a dedicated team of volunteers, ensuring they are aligned with our cause and equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to thrive in their roles. Together with the Shop Manager, you'll shape the shop's direction at a local level, fostering a welcoming and engaging environment for both customers and volunteers alike.
Our Fleet shop operates Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00. Your shift pattern may vary week by week to accommodate business needs and the availability of staff and volunteers, including weekend work and occasional lone shifts. Flexibility is key, as there may be time when you're required to cover for the Shop Manager, necessitating additional hours.
About you
You'll have previous experience in a retail environment and familiarity with cash handling and reconciliation. Excellent customer service skills are a must, along with the ability to provide a positive and welcoming experience for customers.
In this role, being a great team leader is important. You'll be able to motivate and guide a team of volunteers to ensure the seamless operation of the shop.
Flexibility is essential as the working schedule may change weekly to accommodate business demands and staff availability, often involving weekend shifts. Comfort with occasional lone working and willingness to work extra hours when necessary are crucial, showcasing adaptability and a proactive approach to shop management.
You will have:
- Previous experience of working in a retail environment
- Cash handling and reconciliation experience
- Experience of leading a team
- Experience of providing great customer experience
- Computer and administration skills
It would also be great if you had:
- Managing volunteers
- Experience of fundraising
Why Blue Cross?
Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make a difference that we do today.
In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can.
We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are.
Our generous benefits package includes:
- 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays)
- Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support
- Free access to GP via MetLife - 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family
- Free physiotherapy advice and face to face intervention
- Health cash plan
- Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme
- Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution
- Claim for professional fees
- Life assurance
- 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance
- Enhanced family friendly policies
- Recognition scheme
- Annual volunteer days
- Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers
- Personal development programme
To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.
How to apply
Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before.
Applications will be reviewed as we receive them and interviews arranged accordingly. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.
About Blue Cross
Blue Cross is a national charity that has been helping sick, injured and homeless pets since 1897.
Every month we help thousands of pets and their people by providing veterinary care, expert behaviour advice and find homeless pets loving families. We also offer education for future generations plus pet bereavement support for those who have lost their beloved pet companion.
We love the ways that pets can make such an amazing difference to the people they live with and we offer lifelong support and advice to help that unique relationship thrive. With your support we can give back to more pets and their families who need our help.
Pets change lives. We change theirs.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
We believe that every pet should enjoy a healthy life in a happy home, and we always seek to recruit the best people who share our values and commitment so we can continue to help and support pet owners across the UK to achieve this.
At Blue Cross, we want you to feel that you belong, without the need to hide any part of who you are.
Diversity and inclusion at Blue Cross means creating a workplace where all people, regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, nation or country of origin, disability, age, and socioeconomic backgrounds are welcome, respected, supported, and have access to equal opportunities.
We are working hard to reflect the world we live in and the communities we serve at every level of our organisation. As much as we have made positive advances, we consider diversity and inclusion to be a work in progress – a continual commitment that remains a priority for all of us.
If you would like to talk to us about any reasonable adjustments or changes to our recruitment process to support you to be your best, then please get in touch via the website, we are here to support you!
Our values
Our values define the way we do things. We use them every day to guide us, and to make sure we put people and pets at the heart of everything we do.
Compassionate: We listen, we are non-judgmental, we are kind and caring to the pets and people we encounter, and we offer support in difficult times
Courageous: We make brave decisions, embrace change, and encourage innovation, ensuring we always act with integrity – doing the right thing even when no one is looking
Inclusive: We value all our relationships and work in an open and positive culture where we celebrate our diverse talents and empower you to be you
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Reports To: Senior Partnerships & Engagement Manager
Salary: Points 28-31, £26, 669 - £29, 450
Department: Growth & Engagement
Location: Central Office, Belfast
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, mainly Monday to Friday. A hybrid working system is in place (at least 2 days in office per week).
A flexi-time system is in operation and reasonable hours outside of this will be required to fulfil the duties of this position (some evening and weekend work).
Job Purpose: This is an exciting and varied role within Simon Community, developing and supporting corporate partnerships across Northern Ireland and driving our volunteering activity.
Working closely with the Partnerships & Community Engagement team, you will be exceptional at building relationships either in person, on the phone or via written communication. You will be adept at spotting opportunities for future engagements be able to manage a busy and varied workload, and develop and nurture new connections across NI.
Essential Criteria:
- At least 2 years’ experience in a relationship-based role, e.g. in fundraising, account management, sales, or relevant field.
- Experience of working in a busy team across multiple projects.
- Highly IT literate with confidence in using full MS suite, CRMs and digital tools.
- Full driving licence and/or access to a suitable means of transport to travel across the region regularly (at least 1 day per week).
- Passionate about ending homelessness in NI.
Desirable Criteria:
- Experience working for a charity/non-profit.
- Experience of Canva or MS Publisher
- Experience of marketing/digital media
- Working knowledge of volunteer management.
Skills & Knowledge:
- Exceptional interpersonal and relationship building skills.
- First rate communication skills, both written and oral.
- Excellent organisation and time management skills with an ability to demonstrate high level attention to detail.
- A ‘can do’ attitude and willingness to try new things.
Why work for the Simon Community?
We offer an extensive benefit package, including:
- Pension Plan
- Employer funded Healthcare - Benenden Health and Health Shield (includes savings on gym memberships and retail outlets)
- Death in Service Benefit
- Generous Annual Leave Entitlement
- Learning and Development Opportunities
- Compassionate Culture
- Occupational Sick Pay
- Health & Wellbeing Initiatives
- Management Development Programmes
- Long Service Awards
- Blue Light Card Scheme.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ActionSpace, the sector-leading charity working with learning disabled artists across London is seeking an exceptional individual to join the team as Pastoral Care Co-ordinator.
The Pastoral Care Co-ordinator ensures all artists and project participants are able to maximise the benefits of participating in ActionSpace activities and supports them in realising their personal potential by ensuring accessibility and co-ordinating support needs.
The ideal candidate will have at least five years experience of working with learning disabled adults, particularly those with high support needs, and experience of developing and implementing access and behaviour support plans. They will have a comprehensive working knowledge of the needs and rights of learning disabled people, the relevant statutory authorities, legislation and public policy around accessibility and social care, be committed toworking in an anti-discriminatory way, with a positive view of learning disabled people. They will enjoy working as part of a team but also be able to work independently, managing their own workload.
This is an exciting time to be joining ActionSpace as we embark on ambitious period of growth and development. You will be working as part of a unique creative team and for a small but highly respected, impactful and influential charity that achieves a lot and punches well-above above its weight.
Battersea’s Income Generation department plays a pivotal role in making sure we can be here for every cat and dog now and in the future. Working with colleagues across the organisation, we provide members of the public and organisations with opportunities to engage with Battersea and to support our work. Our Public Fundraising Team is responsible for generating income from new and existing supporters through direct marketing and fundraising events.
We are looking for an interim Head of Public Fundraising to lead and manage the Public Fundraising function at Battersea to achieve targets, deliver exemplary supporter experience and maximise income in line with the Income Generation strategy whilst adhering to Battersea’s high standards of compliance. They will manage the delivery of sustainable income and achieve income growth in line with Battersea’s organisational strategy through the implementation of the Public Fundraising strategy, budgets and operational plans.
As a member of the Income Generation leadership team (ILT), they will also provide direction, support and guidance to the team, fostering a culture of safety and professionalism across the organisation.
This is a 6-month opportunity.
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: 23rd June 2024
Interview date(s): 4th - 5th July 2024 (1st round); 15th - 16th July 2024 (2nd round)
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.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Home based with travel throughout the South East
Job Type: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: c.£30,000
Benefits: Generous annual leave allowance, salary exchange pension scheme, life assurance, occupational sick pay, dog friendly offices.
Closing date: 07-07-2024
Are you a talented fundraiser who is motivated by bringing communities together to help change lives? This could be the role for you!
Canine Partners' mission is to change the lives of disabled people using expertly trained dogs to improve physical, emotional, and social wellbeing.
To help us create amazing partnerships, we need amazing people. Canine Partners has an exciting opportunity for a Community Engagement Officer to join our dedicated Fundraising team.
This is an incredible role at a prominent assistance dog charity where your role will be a part of our essential work that transforms lives every day.
What you will do:
A vital role in our Fundraising team, you will be working with individuals, organisations, schools, and small businesses in the local areas across the southern region to raise income and awareness for the charity. You will recruit, manage, and inspire fundraising volunteers to support us to raise much-needed funds. You will be passionate about stewarding existing relationships and cultivating new ones, ensuring an outstanding donor experience. Taking a proactive approach will be key to showcasing our work and charitable goals.
What we are looking for:
• Proven experience of effectively managing relationships across a range of audiences.
• Experience of planning and running events.
• Ability to create and support the development of new campaigns, initiatives and strategic plans.
• Ability to manage a varied workload with initiative to prioritise.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills with the ability to engage and inspire.
• Experience of creating, forecasting, and monitoring budgets to deliver against income and expenditure targets.
• Ability to write reports and evaluations using data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience in recording and maintaining information on a database.
• Ideally, you will have experience in community fundraising or events management, with a successful track record in raising and securing income from a diverse range of funding streams. Experience of using Salesforce, supervising/managing people and up to date knowledge of fundraising regulations/legislation will be advantageous but not essential.
• Most importantly, you will be passionate about the transformative impact that our assistance dogs provide to our beneficiaries.
We can offer you:
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Salary exchange ('smart') pension scheme.
• Charity sick pay.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Wellbeing portal.
This role benefits from home-based working; regular travel throughout the southern region is essential to meet with our donors, beneficiaries, colleagues and other stakeholders. You must have a full UK driving licence and ability to travel in line with the requirements of the role (where applicable business travel will be claimable expenses). We will provide a laptop and mobile phone for use in the role.
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please apply online with a comprehensive CV and supporting statement explaining how you believe you match the requirements of the role.
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this advert ahead of the closing date should we find a suitable candidate before this date. Please be assured that we contact all of our candidates on the outcome of their application, this may take longer if we receive high volumes of applications.
1st Interview: 12th July 2024, online.
2nd Interview: 19th July 2024, in person (location tbc).
We recognise the benefit of diverse experiences, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from all sections of the community. We are a disability confident committed employer.
You may also have experience in the following:, Engagement Support Specialist, Donor Relations Representative, Supporter Care Officer, Community Engagement Associate, Fundraising Support Executive, Donor Engagement Specialist, Supporter Liaison Officer, Client Experience Associate, Donor Interaction Coordinator, Fundraising Support Assistant, Community Outreach Officer, Supporter Relationship Coordinator, Engagement and Support Assistant, etc.
REF-214 698
About The Connection at St Martin’s
We believe that no one should have to sleep rough on London’s streets, and that everyone should get the support they need to find a place to call home. We get to know every person we work with, understanding what they need to recover, helping them build on their strengths, and supporting them to find their own way home. Help us make London a city where no one sleeps rough on our streets.
London’s diversity is its biggest asset and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London’s diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
We particularly encourage applications from candidates with lived experience of homelessness who we believe are an essential asset in our sector.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome the opportunity to consider flexible working arrangements.
About the Role
- You will develop, manage and grow an enthusiastic and motivated team of challenge event participants, pioneer our involvement in the collaborative London Walk event, lead on our Special Events programme, and identify new opportunities and networks for our Community Fundraising remit.
- You will manage the Events Assistant, with a particular focus on their work on our annual Pilgrimage event.
- You will have a strong track record in Events and Community Fundraising, with a solutions-focussed mindset.
- You will have experience in translating sector best practice into action, and to be excited at the prospect of innovating and pursuing new Events and Community Fundraising opportunities for the organisation.
- This is a maternity cover role until June 2025
Full job description can be found on our website
Salary: £38,917
Closing Date: Sunday 30th June
Interview Date: Tuesday 9th July
Our Benefits
· 30 days holiday plus bank holidays
· Generous training budget, plus an annual personal training budget
· Enhanced Sick Pay Policy
· Enhanced family friendly policies
· Day off for moving house
· Hybrid working (depending on role requirements)
· Pension – 5% Employer, 3% Employee
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· Season Ticket Loan
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Reward Gateway (access to discount vouchers and cashback at the UK’s favourite retailers)
We are a London Living Wage employer
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.