Volunteer Coordinator Jobs in Marylebone, Greater London
This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for volunteering and working with older people to join a well established charity that has volunteers and volunteer involvement at the heart of our service delivery. Link Age Southwark is a local charity based in the London borough of Southwark. Our vision is for friendly local communities where older people thrive. We offer a range of services to older people and those living with a diagnosis of dementia and volunteers play a significant role in supporting our offer to older people. Our services include: volunteer befriending, social, exercise and activity groups, large social events as well as dementia specialist services. We are looking for someone dynamic and enthusiastic to join our Volunteering and Events team and help us achieve our vision. Your role will be focused on the recruitment, management and support of volunteers. We currently have over 350 volunteers who fulfil a range of roles. Link Age Southwark has previously been awarded the Queens Award for Volunteer Services and holds the Investing in Volunteers kitemark for volunteer involvement.
Please submit a CV and covering letter. In your cover letter please let us know why you are interested in this role with Link Age Southwark. The more you put in your letter the better sense we can get of your interest which helps with shortlisting. We would prefer it if you didn't use AI to write your letter but if you do then please do try to have your tone of voice in the letter as that is how people stand out from the crowd. Please also look at where you live in London compared to where we are - East Dulwich in Southwark - as you will need to be in the office two days per week. Interviews for this role will take place on the 24th April 2024 at our office.
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We are recruiting a Project Coordinator to oversee the delivery and development of a flagship Community Wellbeing Project, which operates in partnership with Brent Council. The project is a Community Hub hosted in a community space in Stonebridge (not in Sufra’s existing premises). Members of the project can access a Community Shop, a Community Café and Kitchen, and holistic support in the form of Advice casework and workshops. The objective of the project is to deliver food aid alongside wraparound holistic support in way that improves the financial, physical and mental wellbeing of its members, who are struggling with the cost of living.
This collaborative project has been made possible due to the support of multiple partners and has already proven highly successful. It is likely to form the basis of a new model of support for people experiencing vulnerabilities that will be replicated across Brent and possibly elsewhere in London.
The Project Coordinator will oversee the delivery of the project, ensuring both the shop and the café operate effectively and in accordance with agreed standards and procedures. The successful candidate will help shape the project in the months ahead, whilst supporting guests, collecting data, and monitoring and evaluating the project. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a busy and varied environment, managing multiple priorities at the same time. They will have experience in a customer-facing role, dealing with the general public and managing volunteers. It would be beneficial for the post holder to have experience supporting vulnerable people with complex needs from a wide variety of backgrounds. The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for members that sign onto the pilot project, and will be representing the organisation to external partners. We would encourage applications from local residents, with knowledge of the London Borough of Brent.
This is an immensely rewarding role working in a dynamic charity built on an ethos of sharing, hospitality and inclusivity. We are looking for an exceptionally committed individual who is willing to go the extra mile and has flexibility to work evenings or weekends when required. Through your activities, you will be able to convey the charity’s passion and commitment to supporting vulnerable people and demonstrate the impact of our interventions in transforming the lives of beneficiaries.
1. A CV and Covering Letter (no more than 2 sides).
2. A completed Equal Opportunities Form, which can be found here. (bit.ly/EqOpForm)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Baytree Centre (registered charity no 1175145) is a women and girls social inclusion project based in the heart of Brixton, working to support local women and girls from some of the most deprived wards in Lambeth.
Inspired by Catholic Social Teaching and in response to local needs we offer programmes that include skills development (employability, language); 1-to-1 coaching & mentoring; welfare support; creative & academic activities and that build confidence and self-esteem, promote aspirations, broaden horizons and opportunities that help to improve life chances for themselves, their families, and their communities.
Our Services are currently delivered by our Youth Service, Women Service and Volunteer Service. We have a staff body of 27 and pivotal to the success and delivery of the Centre’s programmes is the strong and consistent contribution from our committed and active volunteers.
We are looking for a motivated and efficient person with willingness to develop her skills to join our Youth Service team to help grow the Youth Mentoring programme. The post holder will provide key monitoring and administrative duties, provide 1-to-1 support to mentors, and help with the overall running of the programme as stated by the Mentor & Parent Liaison Manager. The Youth Mentoring programme includes up to 120 mentoring relationships annually.
Critical to their success will be their genuine empathy and commitment to Baytree’s core principles. While our clients’ needs are central to what goes on at the Centre, we also believe in inspirational staff. What we do, how we behave, what we deliver and how to deliver are all fundamental to ensuring that our client’s best interests are served.
We recognise the positive value of diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from underrepresented groups.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This is an exciting new role to develop a peer support group for people recently diagnosed with dementia and their family carers and to co produce a programme of activities so that they can continue to engage in stimulating activities in the community.
This role has been developed as a response to consultation on what people in Newham living with dementia want in order to live well with the disease. The successful candidate will be working with a small team of communitiy dementia support colleagues.
Please submit a cv with a covering letter telling us why you are interested in the role, and how you meet the person specification.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
LifeSkills Coordinator, LifeSkills
Starting at £28,315 FTE per annum to £31,073 FTE per annum
Hours: 20-25 hours per week
Location: Homebased, based in the North West
The postholder will be expected to deliver face to face to face LifeSkills sessions within the North West, primarily but not exclusively in Greater Manchester. They will also be expected to travel occasionally to other areas of the country for meetings (eg team meetings).
Contract: Fixed Term Contract until 31 March 2025, with potential to extend
Responsible to: LifeSkills Open Project Manager
About LifeSkills
The LifeSkills programme will offer groups of families the chance to come together to a trusted venue such as a children’s centre or community setting. As well as offering opportunities for families to spend quality time together and have access to healthy food, these sessions will offer LifeSkills workshops for parents and carers to build their confidence, social networks, financial and employability skills. Examples include but are not limited to overcoming setbacks, managing debt, boosting confidence to return to work, CV writing, interview skills. The aims of the LifeSkills programme are to support participants to increase their confidence and 21st century skills, move closer to training/volunteering/employment, improve their social networks, and grow their confidence to provide low cost and nutritious meals.
The role involves delivering LifeSkills sessions to groups of families in the Greater Manchester area. The postholder will also be the main point of contact for delivery partners hosting programmes (e.g. small charities, schools) and staff and volunteers delivering sessions, and be expected to respond promptly to a wide range of queries and requests for support. Examples might include, for instance, devising LifeSkills programmes for different cohorts, presenting to potential partners, devising risk assessments, recording data, and visiting and providing guidance and support for staff and volunteers delivering sessions in venues across the country.
We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQIA+ candidates and candidates with disabilities because we are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Family Action. We know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for families and children and strive for our workforce to be truly representative of the diverse communities we support. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants and will reimburse your travel cost if you attend an interview.
What will we offer you?
We’ll offer you flexible working hours, a generous pension scheme and leave entitlements, eye care vouchers, a cycle to work scheme and other great benefits. We have an excellent wellbeing offer and we will invest in your professional development with on-going quality training and career development opportunities. You’ll join an established, supportive and high-performing service and have the opportunity to thrive in an innovative organisation that values your opinion, encourages learning and has the needs of children and families at its core. We are forward looking, ambitious and committed to continuous improvement. We are a people focused, can-do organisation, which strives for excellence in all we do and operates with mutual respect. If you share these values and behaviours and have the necessary skills then we look forward to hearing from you.
Appointments are subject to Family Action receiving a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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ABOUT POWER TO CONNECT
Power to Connect is dedicated to promoting digital equality and reducing the digital divide in Wandsworth. We are committed to ensuring that every resident has access to technology, connectivity and essential digital skills. Our mission is achieved through:
- Sustainably collecting, refurbishing and redistributing unused digital devices to individuals facing disadvantages in our local community.
- Providing free training on digital skills and online safety to enhance digital skills and confidence.
- Conducting free digital drop-in sessions to offer IT maintenance and digital support.
We are proud to work alongside dedicated local volunteers who contribute to every aspect of our operations, from refurbishment and distribution to supporting our Digital Skills and Digital Drop-in sessions.
THE ROLE
We are looking for a proactive, highly organised and effective communicator to join us in the role of Volunteer Coordinator. In this key position, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and coordinating our growing volunteer team. This is a new role within our small yet dynamic team. As the Volunteer Coordinator, you will take charge of promoting volunteer opportunities for Power to Connect throughout Wandsworth. Your responsibilities will include recruiting, engaging and managing volunteers to contribute to the impactful work of our charity. You will enjoy working with people from a diverse range of backgrounds and have experience of leading a supporting people.
Working in our Care team and within our community centre offers a unique way of working with older people. We provide support through day care for vulnerable older people, respite care and a wide ranging activity programme for older adults across a diverse range of interests and abilities.
You’ll have a chance to create and participate in a project that helps older adults make their lives better, maintain their independence and increase well-being. This is a chance to make a real difference for those older adults and help them build meaningful relationships with others across the community, helping them long term.
To fill this position we are seeking someone who…
● Can engage with older adults in an open, accessible and inclusive way that involves them in plans to meet their needs
● Understands and and can work with referral, assessment and planning processes across health, statutory and voluntary/community sectors
● Has experience involving volunteers in ongoing, active participation in their community
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Humanists International is the global representative body at the heart of the humanist movement.
Our Members and Associates include humanist, rationalist, secular, ethical culture, atheist and freethought organizations from all over the world. Our community also includes many individual supporters who share our vision and values.
We campaign on humanist issues. We defend humanists at risk of persecution and violence. We lobby for humanist values at international institutions, including the United Nations. And we work to build the humanist movement around the world.
Purpose of the role
One of the core elements of this work is the production of the Freedom of Thought Report. The Report examines every country in the world for its record on upholding the rights and equality for non-religious people. We consider issues of legal discrimination and outright persecution and violence. The Report is essential to our awareness-raising efforts of the persecution faced by the non-religious.
Humanists International is embarking on a 2-year programme of work in order to realize some long-term improvements to the Freedom of Thought Report. We are looking for an enthusiastic research coordinator to join our team and participate in all stages of the publication process.
As a research coordinator you will support the Casework & Campaigns Manager to administer, plan and produce the Freedom of Thought Report, providing evidenced-based research to shape and influence human rights policy as it pertains to the non-religious.
This is a predominantly home-based role, but does require the attendance of in-person events such as the General Assembly and Team Building, as required.
We are open to flexible work arrangements and committed to diversity and inclusion.
Key duties
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Collaborating with the Casework & Campaigns Manager to research, plan, and deliver the Report’s production on an annual basis;
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Provide administrative support to the Casework & Campaigns Manager;
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Liaising with team members (e.g. Members, Associates, designers, and volunteers) ensuring deadlines are met;
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Recruiting, training and coordinating a pool of volunteer researchers;
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Developing and implementing training sessions for members, associates, and volunteers;
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Liaising with Humanists International members to enable and support them to submit country entry updates;
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Write and edit entries - ensure they are accurate and objective, and conform to house style;
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Proofread and check content for accuracy;
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Monitor project outcomes and perform continuous evaluation;
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Identify and systematize best practices and lessons learned directly linked to project activities;
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Contribute to the development and dissemination of digital content;
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Treat with confidentiality any information about Humanists International Members, users, intellectual property, staff and research that could be deemed as personal, private or sensitive.
Essential skills
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Research & analytical skills: Demonstrable experience with synthesizing and presenting complex information in a succinct way, with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
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Experience researching and writing briefings and reports, preferably related to human rights;
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Collaborative working skills: Experience with working in high performing, distributed, multicultural and international teams and working with colleagues and external partners to deliver high-impact programmes;
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Strong writing and proofreading skills;
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Well-organized, efficient and able to work independently
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Excellent command of English.
Desirable
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Working proficiency in foreign languages;
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Experience of recruiting and managing a pool of volunteers;
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Project management experience;
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Experience of training others;
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Experience of monitoring and reporting on indicators of success;
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Understanding of humanism and a commitment to the organization’s mission.
Benefits
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30-days annual leave (this is in addition to public holidays)
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4% contributory pension scheme
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Remote working
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Employee Assistance Programme
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About the opportunity
Critical to our mission, we are now looking to recruit a Programme Coordinator to oversee a caseload of partner schools in London. You will work closely with the schools and pupils and manage the pool of volunteer tutors by regularly attending weekly tutoring sessions, as well as overseeing the quality of face to face and online tutoring, always working to deliver a great impact.
As the London Programme Coordinator, you will also support the recruitment of volunteer tutors, manage the tutor sign up process, develop relationships with schools including their Senior Leadership Team and subject teachers, collect data for monitoring and evaluation purposes, and work with other internal teams on business development opportunities.
Closing date: Sunday 21st April 2024
Interviews: On a rolling basis. Early application is advised.
Start date: Monday 19th May 2024
Duties and responsibilities
· Responsible for the delivery of Action Tutoring’s tutoring programmes in partner schools, whether online or face to face. This includes working closely to manage all key stakeholders: schools, pupils and volunteer tutors; regularly attending weekly face to face and online tutoring sessions; leading on reviewing and improving programme delivery, using data to reliably assess programme performance.
· Support the Action Tutoring Marketing Team with focused recruitment of volunteer tutors.
· Manage the tutor sign-up process to assign tutors to upcoming tutoring programmes, working with an Engagement Coordinator on local volunteer recruitment.
· Develop and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders in partner schools, including members of the Senior Leadership Team and subject teachers.
· Update and maintain Action Tutoring’s database, including collecting data for monitoring and evaluation purposes, such as attendance records, baseline and interim assessments and end of programme surveys. Reporting regularly on key performance indicators.
· Work with the London Programme Manager on business development, approaching new schools that might be interested in working with Action Tutoring.
· Proactively report to the London Programme Manager on the details of Action Tutoring’s operations in your partner schools.
· Any other responsibilities reasonably deemed necessary.
Person specification
Qualifications criteria:
· A*-C in maths and English at GCSE (or equivalent experience ).
· Right to work in the UK.
We are looking for some of the following attributes, though you might be more experienced in some areas than others:
Being the sole representative for a partner school, you will need to use your ability to work independently and with initiative, often organising your own time to meet deadlines. You’ll also need to have a strong aptitude for developing relationships with a range of stakeholders ensuring you uphold high standards of communication and adapt your style for different audiences. The nature of this role will also require you to demonstrate adaptability, resilience and the ability to cope with some uncertainty.
This position would suit you if you’re looking to develop your experience in the education or charity sectors. Existing experience of working with young people and/or project management in a charity or education setting would be an asset.
As a charity that values and celebrates people's diversity and champions opportunities for all young people, we are keen to receive applications from people who have experienced disadvantage and from those who are of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities who are currently underrepresented in the organisation. The role would be best suited if you are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, as well as, committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children.
If you are dedicated to ensuring young people from all backgrounds reach a meaningful level of academic attainment and are passionate about bringing about this change, please apply today or get in touch for more information.
You will likely be more successful in this role if you have:
· Experience of working with young people and/or project management.
· Evidence of an interest in education and/or the third sector.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join us at Joe's Buddy Line as we pave the way towards a society where mental and physical health stand hand in hand, where every young person embodies confidence, resilience, and the courage to seek help when needed.
Our vision is clear: we are committed to providing accessible and empowering mental health and wellness support to young individuals and their communities. Through education, resources, and advocacy, we aim to foster environments where conversations about mental health are open, accepting, and free from stigma.
Each year, we collaborate with educational institutions and local community hubs, offering training, resources, and partnership connections to shift the dialogue surrounding mental health. We recognize the importance of trust, compassion, and empowerment in building emotionally intelligent foundations within communities encouraging the development of resilience and autonomy.
Are you ready to be a catalyst for change? Do you possess the passion and drive to make a difference? Join our dedicated team at Joe's Buddy Line. As the Programmes Coordinator, you will serve as the crucial link between educational/community settings and our third-party practitioners. Your role is pivotal in ensuring that our programs are established, supported, and executed to the highest standards, equipping young people with the essential skills to navigate their mental health journey with confidence and strength. Together, let's build a brighter, stigma-free future for all.
Position: Programmes Coordinator
Responsible to:Chief Officer
Locations: Primarily home based with travel throughout London and the South-East.
Hours: 22.5hrs per week. (flexible working arrangements can be discussed)
Salary: £26,250 - 29,000 pro rata per annum (based on 37.5hrs per week)
Annual Leave: 28 days annual leave inc. BH
Benefits: Pension
Other: An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.
Closing Date: 9am Monday 15th April 2024
JOB PURPOSE:
- Working to assess, plan and implement our programmes with chosen education partners within the community.
- Develop excellent relationships with our third party practitioners, staff, volunteers and work closely with our trustees. You will also develop excellent relationships with relevant external agencies and partners and communicate with them when appropriate.
- To collaborate and administratively support the relationship between partner settings and Joe’s Buddy Line practitioners for smooth execution of service.
- To assess the success of support programmes through evaluation, monitoring and reporting and advise key changes to approaches to suit end user needs.
- To support the charity’s aims, vision and mission; contribute specialist mental health knowledge and have a working understanding and knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures.
- In collaboration with the Leadership Team, the post holder will contribute to the development of policy and protocols in light of national / local guidance. This process will encompass audit and service evaluation.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To contribute to establishing support programmes within education settings and the community; focussing on the prevention of the development of mental illness and promoting good emotional wellbeing across the population.
- To support the delivery of mental health and wellbeing related programmes.
- To develop and promote collaborative multi-agency working practices by providing information and expertise to partners in professional third-sector, social care and medical services.
- In collaboration with a member(s) of the leadership/trustee team, the post holder will contribute to the development, evaluation and monitoring of the mental health and well-being programme service.
- To maintain, deliver and audit all Joe’s Buddy Line programme products and equipment.
- To have responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people you come into contact with as laid out in the charity’s safeguarding policy.
- To ensure all tasks are carried out with due regard to Health and Safety, in particular to complete all relevant risk assessments and accident reports as laid out in the charity’s policy documents as necessary.
- To maintain accurate and up to date records and activities of partners, settings, suppliers and agencies.
- Attend and promote positive mental health and wellbeing displays or events with stakeholders.
- To contribute to the identification of training needs of staff / workers within the programmes team.
- To be available to guide the administration of mental health & suicide first aid in accordance with Charity Policy.
- To undertake appropriate professional development.
- To adhere to the vision and mission of the charity and to set an example of personal integrity and professionalism.
- To attend appropriate staff and multidisciplinary meetings.
- Any other duties as directed by the Chief Officer which are commensurate with the title of post.
Person Specification
ESSENTIAL
- Proven ability to understand the current, complex educational environment and the needs of staff and young people within these settings.
- Knowledge of mental health issues, whether through a track record of employment or lived experience.
- Proven ability to develop, implement and manage complex projects and programmes.
- A clear communicator with a track record of building partnerships and influencing partners / key stakeholders.
- Sound financial literacy to understand and implement programme budgets.
- Experience in impact measurement and reporting.
- Competent in using Microsoft 365 or similar to manage documents and shared resources.
- An undergraduate degree or qualification in a relevant field or equivalent work experience in a management capacity for a small charity or similar organisation (e.g. private or public sector).
- Ability to manage the health and safety and safeguarding aspects of programme delivery.
- Proven ability to present to and communicate with a wide and diverse range of people, including representatives from the educational sector, local authorities, voluntary sector and other professionals.
- Ability and willingness to travel throughout the UK as may be required.
- Commitment to increasing diversity and representation.
DESIRABLE
- Experience of working in the voluntary sector and an understanding of the issues and challenges it faces.
- Experience of working in partnership with statutory services, educational organisations and third-sector organisations.
- Understanding of marketing including use of social media platforms.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract: 18 month fixed term contract with annualised hours, with possibility of extension
Salary: London-based: £32,000-£36,000 dependent on experience
Salary: Home-based: £27,000-£31,000 dependent on experience
The Vacancy
From Eurovision to literary festivals, from sports events to music festivals – we’re taking the Methodist Church on the road.
Do you enjoy creating and hosting relaxed spaces where people connect with one another and with God? Are you a people -person looking for creative approaches to mission? Are you flexible enough to be on the ground throughout an event motivating a team of volunteers, getting details right, and troubleshooting problems?
We’re looking for someone with events experience, organisational skills, and an inclusive approach to faith to take on a new post of Festival Events Coordinator.
It is considered an Occupational Requirement for this role that the postholder should be a practising Christian.
Our Culture, Values and Benefits
Thank you for considering joining our inclusive and welcoming team that strives for excellence and values employee wellbeing.
We value and support all those who join our team through a positive work-life balance augmented by generous annual leave (plus an extra 3 days over Christmas/New Year), TOIL, flexi-leave and an on-site Wellbeing Adviser service. We offer a generous occupational pension scheme, where the Methodist Church will pay double the employee contribution up to a maximum of 16% employer contribution.
The Methodist Church is an inclusive and supportive employer. We are actively committed to encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. We welcome applications from people of Black, Asian and other Minority Ethnic groups. We also welcome applications from people living with disabilities.
If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Kayley O’Neill at: [email protected]
If you’d like an informal conversation about this role, please email Holly Adams to arrange a conversation ([email protected]).
Closing Date: 18 April 2024
Interview Date: 2 May 2024 in person
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job title: Communications Coordinator
Salary: £32000 p/a, pro rated to £19200
Maternity cover- 10 months, with the possibility of extension
Start date: 10th May 2024, likely end date: 6th March 2025
Part time, temporary contract
3 days per week
Job description
About the organisation
CARAS is a registered charity working with people in south London and beyond who have an asylum or refugee background. Our values are:
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Kindness. CARAS will nurture all who are part of our community, helping everyone to develop their skills, talents and interests.
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Justice. CARAS will strive for social justice following a rights-based approach in all of our work and challenging instances when rights are not upheld in wider society.
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Empowerment. CARAS works alongside people, recognising and respecting their skills and strengths and striving together for better outcomes.
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‘With’ not ‘for’. CARAS will put the voices, opinions, experiences and needs of its beneficiaries at the heart of all that we do.
CARAS strives to keep community members’ voice at heart of all the decision making, building opportunities for discussion and feedback at every level. We offer training and support for those who want to gain leadership skills and contribute to the running of CARAS. We are members of reward schemes including Jack Petchey, AQA Unit Award Scheme, and we also hold a Gold Quality Mark from London Youth, an Investors in Volunteers quality mark, and we hold membership with the Fundraising Regulator. CARAS is a lively organisation with a highly motivated, friendly and experienced staff team, bolstered by the generous support of equally skilled volunteers and trustees who come from many walks of life.
Additional benefits
CARAS offers 28 days’ annual leave per year (22.4 days pro rata). CARAS also pays into a workplace pension with employers’ contributions currently at 7%. We are a proud member of the Living Wage Foundation, ensuring that all employees at every level are remunerated fairly.
Hours can be flexible and can include working from home. There are also benefits including discretionary leave available to study or volunteer, an enhance parental leave policy, and the opportunity to take a sabbatical.
About the role
This role is vital for CARAS’ presence in the sector. Our communications have grown in quality and reach over the last several years, and we now have a recognisable visual style and verbal tone. Our communications utilise several social media platforms, reaching a range of audiences via LinkedIn, Facebook, X, and instagram. We also have growing links with local press. In addition, this role also has responsibility for our newsletter to supporters, having a direct impact on our fundraising capabilities.
The role includes collaboration with other staff members, working with programme staff to craft and share up to date stories of our work and its impact on the lives of our community members, and on the wider policy environment.
We are extremely proud of our communications and are seeking someone who can maintain the high standards we have built.
Specific tasks to cover are:
Social Media Management:
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Regularly update the social media library with relevant content.
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Incorporate staff project updates into social media posts.
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Select and share relevant news articles.
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Curate updates from the IMIX news roundup.
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Create engaging content using Canva templates.
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Schedule social media content with Hootsuite.
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Respond to queries and engage with followers on all platforms.
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Update Linktree with relevant links.
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Share posts as 'stories' on Instagram and retweet partner posts.
Newsletter Preparation:
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Prepare newsletter overviews with input from relevant stakeholders.
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Identify topics for celebration and news sections.
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Coordinate with Heads of Service and Project Coordinators to prepare staff opinion statements.
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Design newsletters using Mailchimp, updating content as needed.
Other Communications Responsibilities:
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Facilitate monthly Communication Collaboration drop-in sessions for staff.
Person Specification
Essential Requirements:
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Proficiency in Canva for content creation, including video and image design.
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Experience using Mailchimp for newsletter creation and distribution.
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Strong understanding of various social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, etc.).
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Ability to design compelling graphics and visuals for social media posts.
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Excellent written communication skills with an eye for detail.
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Familiarity with social media management tools such as Hootsuite.
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Proven experience in managing social media accounts and engaging with audiences effectively.
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Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders to gather content and updates.
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Commitment to working collaboratively with CARAS community members to ensure lived experience is at the heart of our social media
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Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Desirable Requirements:
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Knowledge of the challenges and issues encountered by refugees and asylum seekers in the UK.
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Knowledge of community languages, such as Farsi/Dari, Arabic, Tigrinya, Amharic, Somali, and Spanish.
To apply, please complete the application form and return it tas a Word document by the 10th of April. CVs, covering letter, and PDF documents will not be accepted.
Interview will take place in person on the 17th of April.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are recruiting a volunteer officer to coordinate our volunteer-run projects and activities, currently delivered by 60+ committed volunteers. Managed by Praxis support coordinator, the candidate will work with services and function leads to identify and develop volunteer roles responding to the organisation's and service users' needs, with a particular emphasis on volunteer opportunities for people with lived experience of migration.
Praxis is a dynamic, award-winning human rights charity supporting migrants in crisis or at risk, ensuring that their essential human needs are met and they can overcome their barriers. We have more than 35 years of experience working with migrant communities, and in 2019 we supported around 2,000 people through expert legal advice, housing and peer support. Our holistic approach supports people away from a point of crisis and destitution towards safety, economic independence, social engagement and greater emotional wellbeing.
At Praxis, we work to build community, challenge exclusion and discrimination, influence policy and improve services. We played a leading role in exposing the Windrush scandal and advocate and campaign for lasting changes to policy and practice to address the root causes of the issues faced by at-risk migrants.
Please see our website to find out more about our work.
If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email our Recruitment team, who will contact you to discuss how we can help.
For further details, please contact Maria Iglesias, Head of Services Operations or Teya Cooper Support Coordinator.
To apply, send us your CV and cover letter demonstrating your capabilities in relation to each of the points of the job description marked ‘A’. Where relevant use your answers to illustrate how your competencies have helped you to achieve positive results. This will give you the best possible chance to be shortlisted. Applications will only be accepted with a cover letter.
To apply, send us your CV and cover letter demonstrating your capabilities in relation to each of the points of the job description marked ‘A’. Where relevant use your answers to illustrate how your competencies have helped you to achieve positive results. This will give you the best possible chance to be shortlisted. Applications will only be accepted with a cover letter.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This is an exciting opportunity to join our new service supporting Unpaid Carers across Lewisham to improve their health and wellbeing, and access support that meets their needs.
The team works with unpaid Adult Carers, Young Adult Carers and Young Carers, completing statutory and holistic assessments to understand people’s individual circumstances and level of need. You will carry out home visits and community meetings, co-produce support plans, and develop effective relationships with Unpaid Carers, families, and professionals.
You’ll build on your local knowledge to signpost and facilitate access for Unpaid Carers to support services, including financial and benefit advice, housing, health and safety home systems, and leisure and social activities. You will also support the development of escalation plans so that Unpaid Carers are prepared for unforeseen circumstances that would impact negatively on ability to care.
Applicants should have relevant personal or professional experience of working with Unpaid Carers and/or vulnerable adults or children in a social care, health, education or voluntary and community sector. You’ll need a practical understanding of barriers faced by Unpaid Carers, and an awareness of cultural differences and access to services. Experience of working in mental health or dementia services would be an advantage.
You should be an excellent communicator and able to motivate and empower others. This is a full-time role.
Don’t wait. Apply today!
We offer our employees:
- Inclusive values-based environment
- Competitive remuneration package
- Workplace pension scheme
- Generous 31 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
- Opportunities for hybrid working
- Benenden Health Care
- Death in Service Benefit
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Employee Supported Volunteering scheme
- Development opportunities
- and more
Imago is committed to Safer Recruitment practices, and the post is subject to references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Please either submit your CV with a short covering note or visit our website for full details.
Imago recognises that many people in our society experience discrimination or lack of opportunity for reasons that are not fair. We aim to create a culture that respects and values each other’s differences, and see these differences as an asset, as they improve our ability to meet the needs of the organisations and people we work with. We proactively seek to increase opportunities for inclusion, and celebrate diversity across our organisation and within communities.
Imago recognises its duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of the children, young people and adults at risk who access its services or with whom it comes into contact.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a Local Business Coordinator to proactively engage local businesses with our projects and develop new initiatives to make a difference in Lewisham. You will work alongside the Community Engagement & Grants Coordinator and the Local Giving Programme Manager to raise the profile of and generate more giving in the local community.
This post is ideal for somebody who has an interest and the drive to explore the local community, engaging with local businesses and encouraging them to contribute towards our projects and giving back. You will have some experience coordinating projects and be a confident communicator, able to negotiate with people and build effective relationships. We are looking for someone with an energy and enthusiasm to bring their own ideas to make a difference for communities in Lewisham.
Please note:
Closing date: Thursday 4th April 2024 at 9am
Interviews: Thursday 11th April 2024
About the recruitment:
We are committed to our staff team reflecting the diversity of the communities we serve and strongly welcome applications from minority communities.
Shortlisted candidates who outline their skills and experience in the 2-page covering letter that matches the essential criteria will be interviewed. Two references from the previous and current employer will be taken up for the successful candidate, and where necessary employers may be contacted to gather further information.
We are committed to the safeguarding of vulnerable adults and children, where appropriate may require the successful applicant to undertake a check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
It is important to provide a detailed cover letter describing your suitability for the role and how you meet the essential criteria shown in the job description.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.