Age UK's shops are the face of the charity. On high streets up and down the country our retail teams deliver a great shopping experience to customers while generating much needed income for the charity, ensuring that we can provide services and support to older people who need it most. If you want to help us to help others, we have the job for you! We are recruiting for a Sales Assistant to join our wonderful Barry team and deliver an excellent retail service, ensuring that every customer has a great shopping experience. As a valued Sales Assistant you will contribute towards maximising shop sales and profits as well as the successful day to day running of the shop and deputise for the Shop Manager and Assistant Manager in their absence. The successful candidate will support with sales, stock rotation, organising displays and store tidying and much more, whilst representing Age UK in a professional manner and reflecting our core values. Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to 10kgs.) You will have: Experience in working in a customer facing role Experience of cash handling Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's The ability to work as part of an effective team. Be able to lone work when needed Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as commitment to equal opportunities A flexible approach to work with requirement to work additional days to cover holidays and sickness or participate in trading outside of normal shop hours e.g. shop events What we offer in return: A 20 hour working week 25 days holiday (pro-rata) + bank holiday allowance A generous pension - we will contribute 8% Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan Tickets for Good - Free and discounted tickets for events Additional Information To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff. All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview. Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job. Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Age UK's shops are the face of the charity. On high streets up and down the country our retail teams deliver a great shopping experience to customers while generating much needed income for the charity, ensuring that we can provide services and support to older people who need it most. If you want to help us to help others, we have the job for you! We are recruiting for a Sales Assistant to join our wonderful Barry team and deliver an excellent retail service, ensuring that every customer has a great shopping experience. As a valued Sales Assistant you will contribute towards maximising shop sales and profits as well as the successful day to day running of the shop and deputise for the Shop Manager and Assistant Manager in their absence. The successful candidate will support with sales, stock rotation, organising displays and store tidying and much more, whilst representing Age UK in a professional manner and reflecting our core values. Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to 10kgs.) You will have: Experience in working in a customer facing role Experience of cash handling Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's The ability to work as part of an effective team. Be able to lone work when needed Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as commitment to equal opportunities A flexible approach to work with requirement to work additional days to cover holidays and sickness or participate in trading outside of normal shop hours e.g. shop events What we offer in return: A 20 hour working week 25 days holiday (pro-rata) + bank holiday allowance A generous pension - we will contribute 8% Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan Tickets for Good - Free and discounted tickets for events Additional Information To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff. All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview. Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job. Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a charity with an ambitious and exciting vision set in the heart of Portobello, West London, supporting and enhancing the lives of people in the local community. Westway Trust is seeking a qualified accountant to join as our Head of Finance who will lead on all aspects of the finance function to achieve the Trusts goals. You will also manage a small team and will offer strategic finance support across the range of activities undertaken by the organisation. You will have significant experience operating at a senior level within a complex organisation and registered charity, and will possess the right blend and balance of strategic, communication, innovation and people skills. Key responsibilities of the role include but not limited to: Lead, manage and improve the Trust's finance function and provide accurate, timely and relevant financial reports as required by the CEO, Executive Team and the Trust Board. Be the Executive Lead of the Finance Audit and Risk Committee, ensuring timely papers to the CEO and to the Committee and Board as required and liaising with the Head of Governance and HR as required. Ensure the provision and reporting of financial accounts, forecasting and large-scale project/programme budgets, estate development plans, and the associated reporting. Oversight of the legal and financial statutory processes in line with the Charity Commission and Companies House requirements, including the Annual Audit. Allocating tasks for timely responses and keeping all colleagues abreast of progress. Monitor, cash flow, reserves, analysis of performance against the organisation's annual business plan and dashboard as it relates to the finance function. Contribute to the overall leadership of the Trust and to the Trust's future strategic and operational planning. Support Executive Team colleagues as required on the delivery of cross-team initiatives. Line management of the Senior Finance Manager, the Debt Recovery Consultant and the Development Partnerships Lead. Essential Experience, Skills and Attributes: Significant and successful experience of operating as a Head of Finance, ideally in a charity setting. A track record of working collaboratively with a team to develop successful internal partnerships and achieve joint success against shared objectives. Experience of the finance function and all the associated processes, with strong attention to detail. Experience of implementing enhanced reporting tools within financial software, including the ability to coach others. Practical knowledge of VAT, including accounting of partial exemption relevant to charities. Experience of managing staff and supporting their development. Strong interpersonal skills for both workplace and external representation contexts, operating with enthusiasm, flexibility, energy and commitment and demonstrating credibility and gravitas. Desirable Experience, Skills and Attributes: A good understanding of the local area. Experience of change management. Competency in use of Access Dimensions, Focal Point and other MS Office software packages. Qualification: Must hold a formally recognised professional accounting qualification. To view the full job description click on 'job description' under 'Key Info' on the left hand side. The application deadline is Wednesday 15 May 2024 when applications will be reviewed and shortlisted for interview. However, we reserve the right to close the application early. An early application is strongly recommended. No agencies please. About Westway Trust: The Westway Trust is a unique charity that stewards the resources of 23 acres of space under the Westway A40. In 2019, a local community campaign ensured that the Board of the Trust is led by local people and the Westway Trust now works together with the local community to enable North Kensington to thrive. In 2021 a new plan was created for the organisation. This plan set a new vision, mission and values and the Trust now has a clear transformation programme to achieve social, environmental, and economic wellbeing and justice. Our leadership team is testament to our values as we strive for excellence and to deliver our ambition, we work with a full range of stakeholders including around 80 Member Organisations. You can see the organisations plan at: The estate is home to more than three acres of public green space, 120 tenants including more than 20 charities and non-profit organisations, two sports and fitness facilities, 48 light industrial units, 4 car parks, 34 offices, 32 shops, and an Olympic-registered skate park. We already receive more than one million visitors each year to the estate, and we want to expand the community, cultural, retail, sporting, and enterprise opportunities here together with improvements to the public realm so that it is a place the tenants and community is proud of, and even more visitors can enjoy. Benefits of working for Westway Trust: Great location in the heart of Portobello, North Kensington Investor in People (IiP) employer Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days (pro-rated) per year + statutory bank holidays Free gym membership at health club one minute walk from the office
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a charity with an ambitious and exciting vision set in the heart of Portobello, West London, supporting and enhancing the lives of people in the local community. Westway Trust is seeking a qualified accountant to join as our Head of Finance who will lead on all aspects of the finance function to achieve the Trusts goals. You will also manage a small team and will offer strategic finance support across the range of activities undertaken by the organisation. You will have significant experience operating at a senior level within a complex organisation and registered charity, and will possess the right blend and balance of strategic, communication, innovation and people skills. Key responsibilities of the role include but not limited to: Lead, manage and improve the Trust's finance function and provide accurate, timely and relevant financial reports as required by the CEO, Executive Team and the Trust Board. Be the Executive Lead of the Finance Audit and Risk Committee, ensuring timely papers to the CEO and to the Committee and Board as required and liaising with the Head of Governance and HR as required. Ensure the provision and reporting of financial accounts, forecasting and large-scale project/programme budgets, estate development plans, and the associated reporting. Oversight of the legal and financial statutory processes in line with the Charity Commission and Companies House requirements, including the Annual Audit. Allocating tasks for timely responses and keeping all colleagues abreast of progress. Monitor, cash flow, reserves, analysis of performance against the organisation's annual business plan and dashboard as it relates to the finance function. Contribute to the overall leadership of the Trust and to the Trust's future strategic and operational planning. Support Executive Team colleagues as required on the delivery of cross-team initiatives. Line management of the Senior Finance Manager, the Debt Recovery Consultant and the Development Partnerships Lead. Essential Experience, Skills and Attributes: Significant and successful experience of operating as a Head of Finance, ideally in a charity setting. A track record of working collaboratively with a team to develop successful internal partnerships and achieve joint success against shared objectives. Experience of the finance function and all the associated processes, with strong attention to detail. Experience of implementing enhanced reporting tools within financial software, including the ability to coach others. Practical knowledge of VAT, including accounting of partial exemption relevant to charities. Experience of managing staff and supporting their development. Strong interpersonal skills for both workplace and external representation contexts, operating with enthusiasm, flexibility, energy and commitment and demonstrating credibility and gravitas. Desirable Experience, Skills and Attributes: A good understanding of the local area. Experience of change management. Competency in use of Access Dimensions, Focal Point and other MS Office software packages. Qualification: Must hold a formally recognised professional accounting qualification. To view the full job description click on 'job description' under 'Key Info' on the left hand side. The application deadline is Wednesday 15 May 2024 when applications will be reviewed and shortlisted for interview. However, we reserve the right to close the application early. An early application is strongly recommended. No agencies please. About Westway Trust: The Westway Trust is a unique charity that stewards the resources of 23 acres of space under the Westway A40. In 2019, a local community campaign ensured that the Board of the Trust is led by local people and the Westway Trust now works together with the local community to enable North Kensington to thrive. In 2021 a new plan was created for the organisation. This plan set a new vision, mission and values and the Trust now has a clear transformation programme to achieve social, environmental, and economic wellbeing and justice. Our leadership team is testament to our values as we strive for excellence and to deliver our ambition, we work with a full range of stakeholders including around 80 Member Organisations. You can see the organisations plan at: The estate is home to more than three acres of public green space, 120 tenants including more than 20 charities and non-profit organisations, two sports and fitness facilities, 48 light industrial units, 4 car parks, 34 offices, 32 shops, and an Olympic-registered skate park. We already receive more than one million visitors each year to the estate, and we want to expand the community, cultural, retail, sporting, and enterprise opportunities here together with improvements to the public realm so that it is a place the tenants and community is proud of, and even more visitors can enjoy. Benefits of working for Westway Trust: Great location in the heart of Portobello, North Kensington Investor in People (IiP) employer Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days (pro-rated) per year + statutory bank holidays Free gym membership at health club one minute walk from the office
Job description Are you a results-driven individual with a proven track record in B2B sales and a genuine enthusiasm for digital marketing? We're in search of an ambitious and digitally-focused Sales Consultant to join our dynamic advertising sales team at LOCALiQ. As an integral member of our organisation, you'll spearhead our product portfolio within your assigned territory/region, acting as a sales expert specialising in digital solutions for both our renowned LOCALiQ brand and as a representative of our esteemed daily, monthly, and weekly news brands. Company Benefits Competitive basic salary Hybrid work pattern Uncapped commission scheme No weekends or evening work Workplace pension Perks & Discounts Opportunities for team building and training days Full 25 days paid holiday + statutory bank holidays + your birthday off Holiday purchase scheme Structured career progression and ongoing training Discount vouchers Discounted gym membership Cycle to Work scheme Mental Health Support via Lifeworks Eye test vouchers plus £50 towards new glasses Annual Volunteer Charity Day Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain a pipeline of digital display business, focusing on new business acquisition and existing customer relationship management. Utilize creative approaches to engage prospects, identify key needs, and provide tailored solutions. Establish and maintain LocaliQ as a trusted solution provider through effective communication and relationship-building. Close deals and exceed customer expectations by delivering high-quality solutions and ensuring client satisfaction. Win new business and create a pipeline of new and existing business. Collaborate with Digital Market Consultants to maximize sales opportunities and revenue growth. Qualification for the role: Proven track record in B2B sales, preferably in digital advertising or marketing Strong communication and negotiation skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Knowledge of digital marketing solutions and tools (e.g., web build, Facebook Smart Ads) Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development Can demonstrate winning new business Must have access to own vehicle for business use and full UK driving licence. This is a great opportunity to build your own client base within this highly rewarding industry with the support and backing of one of the largest regional news publishers in the UK. Newsquest Media Group/LOCALiQ is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all community sections regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Our recruitment process will consist of various stages and activities, as part of our commitment to fairness to all applicants, we will take into account any adjustments that could help you. Newsquest Media Group/ LOCALiQ is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all community sections regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Our recruitment process will consist of various stages and activities, as part of our commitment to fairness to all applicants, we will take into account any adjustments that could help you. JBRP1_UKTJ
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Job description Are you a results-driven individual with a proven track record in B2B sales and a genuine enthusiasm for digital marketing? We're in search of an ambitious and digitally-focused Sales Consultant to join our dynamic advertising sales team at LOCALiQ. As an integral member of our organisation, you'll spearhead our product portfolio within your assigned territory/region, acting as a sales expert specialising in digital solutions for both our renowned LOCALiQ brand and as a representative of our esteemed daily, monthly, and weekly news brands. Company Benefits Competitive basic salary Hybrid work pattern Uncapped commission scheme No weekends or evening work Workplace pension Perks & Discounts Opportunities for team building and training days Full 25 days paid holiday + statutory bank holidays + your birthday off Holiday purchase scheme Structured career progression and ongoing training Discount vouchers Discounted gym membership Cycle to Work scheme Mental Health Support via Lifeworks Eye test vouchers plus £50 towards new glasses Annual Volunteer Charity Day Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain a pipeline of digital display business, focusing on new business acquisition and existing customer relationship management. Utilize creative approaches to engage prospects, identify key needs, and provide tailored solutions. Establish and maintain LocaliQ as a trusted solution provider through effective communication and relationship-building. Close deals and exceed customer expectations by delivering high-quality solutions and ensuring client satisfaction. Win new business and create a pipeline of new and existing business. Collaborate with Digital Market Consultants to maximize sales opportunities and revenue growth. Qualification for the role: Proven track record in B2B sales, preferably in digital advertising or marketing Strong communication and negotiation skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Knowledge of digital marketing solutions and tools (e.g., web build, Facebook Smart Ads) Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development Can demonstrate winning new business Must have access to own vehicle for business use and full UK driving licence. This is a great opportunity to build your own client base within this highly rewarding industry with the support and backing of one of the largest regional news publishers in the UK. Newsquest Media Group/LOCALiQ is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all community sections regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Our recruitment process will consist of various stages and activities, as part of our commitment to fairness to all applicants, we will take into account any adjustments that could help you. Newsquest Media Group/ LOCALiQ is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all community sections regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Our recruitment process will consist of various stages and activities, as part of our commitment to fairness to all applicants, we will take into account any adjustments that could help you. JBRP1_UKTJ
Job title: Institutional Partnerships Manager £42,000per annum Permanent Part home/Part office (London) based UNICEF ensures more of the world's children are vaccinated, educated and protected than any other organisation. We have done more to influence laws and policies to help protect children than anyone else. We get things done. And we're not going to stop until the world is a safe place for all our children. This is a great opportunity to join the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) as Institutional Partnerships Manager. This is a core role within the Foundation Partnerships Team, which builds and nurtures partnerships with like-minded institutions, trusts, foundations, and statutory bodies which are key to support a wide range of UNICEF programmes in countries which have the greatest need. The key purpose and main responsibilities of this role are to strengthen and manageexisting UK and international partnerships with key institutional partners including Jersey Overseas Aid, Greater London Authority, FCDO and the Isle of Man Governmentincluding working with internal stakeholders and country offices. The Institutional Partnerships Manager will also work to cultivate and develop new strategic transformational fundraising partnership opportunities. To be successful, you will have significant experience in managing complex multimillion pound institutional grants including reporting (narrative and financial) and compliance with contracts. You will also have experience in fundraising including developing and co-ordinating successful proposals (including narratives, programme budgets, etc) with statutory and institutional partners at the six and seven-figure level. Act now and visit our website to apply online. Closing date:11:59 pm, Sunday 12 May 2024 First Interviewsvia video conferencing (MS Teams) Wednesday, 22nd May2024 Thursday, 23rd May2024 Second Interviews:Week Commencing 3 June 2024 (in person) In return, we offer: excellent pay and benefits (including flexible working, generous annual leave and pension, big brand discounts and wellbeing tools) outstanding training and learning opportunities and the support to flourish in your role impressive open plan office space and facilities on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park an open culture and workplace with colleagues who share our values, enjoy their work and are motivated to do their utmost for children. the opportunity to work in a leading children's organisation making a difference to children around the world Our application process: Weuse a system called "Applied" that anonymises your responses and focuses on your actual skills that are relevant to this role. This benefits you by givingyou a greater chance of expressing your skills in this objective selection process. We anticipate most colleagues will work one or two days a week in the office on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford, East London and the rest of the time from home.We will happily discuss other flexible options to suit your circumstances. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, disabled candidates, and from men, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level at UNICEF UK. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for children. UNICEF UK promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We welcome a conversation about your flexible working requirements, personal growth, and promoting a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. The successful candidate will be required to apply for a criminal records check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the role and the circumstances of your offences. We only accept online applications as this saves us money, making more funds available for us to help ensure children's rights. If you require support in completing the online form or an application form in an alternative format, please contact Supporter Care during office hours. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that we only provide feedback to shortlisted candidates. Registered Charity Nos. (England and Wales) SC043677 (Scotland)
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Job title: Institutional Partnerships Manager £42,000per annum Permanent Part home/Part office (London) based UNICEF ensures more of the world's children are vaccinated, educated and protected than any other organisation. We have done more to influence laws and policies to help protect children than anyone else. We get things done. And we're not going to stop until the world is a safe place for all our children. This is a great opportunity to join the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) as Institutional Partnerships Manager. This is a core role within the Foundation Partnerships Team, which builds and nurtures partnerships with like-minded institutions, trusts, foundations, and statutory bodies which are key to support a wide range of UNICEF programmes in countries which have the greatest need. The key purpose and main responsibilities of this role are to strengthen and manageexisting UK and international partnerships with key institutional partners including Jersey Overseas Aid, Greater London Authority, FCDO and the Isle of Man Governmentincluding working with internal stakeholders and country offices. The Institutional Partnerships Manager will also work to cultivate and develop new strategic transformational fundraising partnership opportunities. To be successful, you will have significant experience in managing complex multimillion pound institutional grants including reporting (narrative and financial) and compliance with contracts. You will also have experience in fundraising including developing and co-ordinating successful proposals (including narratives, programme budgets, etc) with statutory and institutional partners at the six and seven-figure level. Act now and visit our website to apply online. Closing date:11:59 pm, Sunday 12 May 2024 First Interviewsvia video conferencing (MS Teams) Wednesday, 22nd May2024 Thursday, 23rd May2024 Second Interviews:Week Commencing 3 June 2024 (in person) In return, we offer: excellent pay and benefits (including flexible working, generous annual leave and pension, big brand discounts and wellbeing tools) outstanding training and learning opportunities and the support to flourish in your role impressive open plan office space and facilities on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park an open culture and workplace with colleagues who share our values, enjoy their work and are motivated to do their utmost for children. the opportunity to work in a leading children's organisation making a difference to children around the world Our application process: Weuse a system called "Applied" that anonymises your responses and focuses on your actual skills that are relevant to this role. This benefits you by givingyou a greater chance of expressing your skills in this objective selection process. We anticipate most colleagues will work one or two days a week in the office on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford, East London and the rest of the time from home.We will happily discuss other flexible options to suit your circumstances. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, disabled candidates, and from men, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level at UNICEF UK. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for children. UNICEF UK promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We welcome a conversation about your flexible working requirements, personal growth, and promoting a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. The successful candidate will be required to apply for a criminal records check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the role and the circumstances of your offences. We only accept online applications as this saves us money, making more funds available for us to help ensure children's rights. If you require support in completing the online form or an application form in an alternative format, please contact Supporter Care during office hours. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that we only provide feedback to shortlisted candidates. Registered Charity Nos. (England and Wales) SC043677 (Scotland)
Corporate Partnerships Manager We're looking for an experienced Corporate Partnerships Manager to join an important charity helping vulnerable children across the world. Position: Corporate Partnerships - New Business Manager Location: Milton Keynes/Hybrid - 2 days per week office based Hours: Full-time - 36 click apply for full job details
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
Corporate Partnerships Manager We're looking for an experienced Corporate Partnerships Manager to join an important charity helping vulnerable children across the world. Position: Corporate Partnerships - New Business Manager Location: Milton Keynes/Hybrid - 2 days per week office based Hours: Full-time - 36 click apply for full job details
We have a great opportunity for a Build Secretary to join our team within Vistry North East, at our office in Newcastle Upon Tyne. As our Build Secretary you will provide secretarial and administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the build department and the developments. Working as the Build Secretary you will help provide support to our sites undertaking a large range of duties including completing weekly time sheets and passing them to the Payroll department within agreed timescales and collating daily labour figures for all sites. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent in Maths and English Experience of working in an office environment Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook Excellent numeric and literacy skills Able to work with a high degree of accuracy Excellent organizational skills Ability to communicate with colleagues of varying seniority Be able to work well as part of a team and able to use own initiative when required Professional, with a positive outlook Able to prioritise workload to meet deadlines Willingness to learn and develop skills and knowledge Desirable Health & Safety knowledge Site Experience More about the Build Secretary role Contract Reviews - Collation of reports, attendance of meeting & tracking actions. Support the build teams in preparing all site start up packs & documentation. Assist in any administration tasks relating to Safety, Health, Environmental & Quality. Attend the monthly SHE Meeting Minutes & responsibility for actions and tracking outcomes Maintain the Business Continuity plans for all sites Working with Operations Manager(s) to ensure weekly COINS Build updates are current. Logging of build cases onto internal Keys systems Monthly BU SHE Reporting. Viewpoint & Administration support for site teams. 4Build App. administrator & point of contact (Wider support from Group) Monthly performance data to be collated and circulated by site and overall (SHE scores, NHBC R.I. Scores, HBF Survey Scores) Daily, weekly site attendance statistics to be collated and circulated so that we are always on top of expectations against turnover, and identify and advice of any themes, activity reductions asap. The administration and booking of all training requirements for the site teams. Monitoring of site teams training requirements. Provide Monthly Training reports to BU board & identify areas of improvement. Assisting with answering the door / receiving parcels. Answering telephone calls. Meeting & greeting visitors - signing in - giving out visitor's badge. Charity Champion - to inform site managers on our developments. Send and receive post and distribute as required. Provide cover for Office Managers annual leave / sickness. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
Apr 29, 2024
Full time
We have a great opportunity for a Build Secretary to join our team within Vistry North East, at our office in Newcastle Upon Tyne. As our Build Secretary you will provide secretarial and administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the build department and the developments. Working as the Build Secretary you will help provide support to our sites undertaking a large range of duties including completing weekly time sheets and passing them to the Payroll department within agreed timescales and collating daily labour figures for all sites. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Agile working possible (dependent on role) Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays Private Healthcare Competitive contributory pension scheme Life assurance - 4 x your annual salary Share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent in Maths and English Experience of working in an office environment Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook Excellent numeric and literacy skills Able to work with a high degree of accuracy Excellent organizational skills Ability to communicate with colleagues of varying seniority Be able to work well as part of a team and able to use own initiative when required Professional, with a positive outlook Able to prioritise workload to meet deadlines Willingness to learn and develop skills and knowledge Desirable Health & Safety knowledge Site Experience More about the Build Secretary role Contract Reviews - Collation of reports, attendance of meeting & tracking actions. Support the build teams in preparing all site start up packs & documentation. Assist in any administration tasks relating to Safety, Health, Environmental & Quality. Attend the monthly SHE Meeting Minutes & responsibility for actions and tracking outcomes Maintain the Business Continuity plans for all sites Working with Operations Manager(s) to ensure weekly COINS Build updates are current. Logging of build cases onto internal Keys systems Monthly BU SHE Reporting. Viewpoint & Administration support for site teams. 4Build App. administrator & point of contact (Wider support from Group) Monthly performance data to be collated and circulated by site and overall (SHE scores, NHBC R.I. Scores, HBF Survey Scores) Daily, weekly site attendance statistics to be collated and circulated so that we are always on top of expectations against turnover, and identify and advice of any themes, activity reductions asap. The administration and booking of all training requirements for the site teams. Monitoring of site teams training requirements. Provide Monthly Training reports to BU board & identify areas of improvement. Assisting with answering the door / receiving parcels. Answering telephone calls. Meeting & greeting visitors - signing in - giving out visitor's badge. Charity Champion - to inform site managers on our developments. Send and receive post and distribute as required. Provide cover for Office Managers annual leave / sickness. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us At Vistry Group, we build more than homes. We develop sustainable communities across all sectors of the UK housing market through our leading housing brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Delivered through Vistry Housebuilding, Countryside Partnerships and Vistry Works with the support of Vistry Services, our values of integrity, caring, and quality continue to shape all we do. We're proud that our UK Green Building Council membership, 2021 Large Housebuilder of the Year award and status as a UK top-five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating allows us to transform land into thriving spaces. We're also proud that our culture sees everyone treated fairly and respectfully, with diversity and inclusion a top priority and reasonable adjustments provided during the application process. From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we're making Vistry. Benefits Agile Working Offers a flexible way of working. Annual Leave Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days. Pension with Legal & General Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available. Volunteer Days With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.
Age UK's shops are the face of the charity. On high streets up and down the country our retail teams deliver a great shopping experience to customers while generating much needed income for the charity, ensuring that we can provide services and support to older people who need it most. If you want to help us to help others, we have the job for you! We are recruiting for a Sales Assistant to join our wonderful Pontypridd team and deliver an excellent retail service, ensuring that every customer has a great shopping experience. As a valued Sales Assistant you will contribute towards maximising shop sales and profits as well as the successful day to day running of the shop and deputise for the Shop Manager and Assistant Manager in their absence. The successful candidate will support with sales, stock rotation, organising displays and store tidying and much more, whilst representing Age UK in a professional manner and reflecting our core values. Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to 10kgs.) PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A 3 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT You will have: Experience in working in a customer facing role Experience of cash handling Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's The ability to work as part of an effective team. Be able to lone work when needed Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as commitment to equal opportunities A flexible approach to work with requirement to work additional days to cover holidays and sickness or participate in trading outside of normal shop hours e.g. shop events What we offer in return: A 21 hour working week 25 days holiday (pro-rata) + bank holiday allowance A generous pension - we will contribute 8% Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan Tickets for Good - Free and discounted tickets for events Additional Information To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff. All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview. Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job. Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Apr 28, 2024
Full time
Age UK's shops are the face of the charity. On high streets up and down the country our retail teams deliver a great shopping experience to customers while generating much needed income for the charity, ensuring that we can provide services and support to older people who need it most. If you want to help us to help others, we have the job for you! We are recruiting for a Sales Assistant to join our wonderful Pontypridd team and deliver an excellent retail service, ensuring that every customer has a great shopping experience. As a valued Sales Assistant you will contribute towards maximising shop sales and profits as well as the successful day to day running of the shop and deputise for the Shop Manager and Assistant Manager in their absence. The successful candidate will support with sales, stock rotation, organising displays and store tidying and much more, whilst representing Age UK in a professional manner and reflecting our core values. Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to 10kgs.) PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A 3 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT You will have: Experience in working in a customer facing role Experience of cash handling Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's The ability to work as part of an effective team. Be able to lone work when needed Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as commitment to equal opportunities A flexible approach to work with requirement to work additional days to cover holidays and sickness or participate in trading outside of normal shop hours e.g. shop events What we offer in return: A 21 hour working week 25 days holiday (pro-rata) + bank holiday allowance A generous pension - we will contribute 8% Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan Tickets for Good - Free and discounted tickets for events Additional Information To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff. All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview. Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job. Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Age UK's shops are the face of the charity. On high streets up and down the country our retail teams deliver a great shopping experience to customers while generating much needed income for the charity, ensuring that we can provide services and support to older people who need it most. If you want to help us to help others, we have the job for you! We are recruiting for a Sales Assistant to join our brand new boutique concept store in Rustington, West Sussex ! Our Sales Assistants deliver an excellent retail service, ensuring that every customer has a great shopping experience. As a valued Sales Assistant you will contribute towards maximising shop sales and profits as well as the successful day to day running of the shop. You will also deputise for the Shop Manager and Assistant Manager in their absence. The successful candidate will support with sales, stock rotation, organising displays, store tidying and much more, whilst representing Age UK in a professional manner and reflecting our core values. Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to 10kgs.) You will have: Experience in working in a customer facing role Experience of cash handling Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's The ability to work as part of an effective team. Be able to lone work when needed Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as commitment to equal opportunities A flexible approach to work with requirement to work additional days to cover holidays and sickness or participate in trading outside of normal shop hours e.g. shop events What we offer in return: A 14 hour working week 25 days holiday (pro-rata) + bank holiday allowance A generous pension - we will contribute 8% Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan Tickets for Good - Free and discounted tickets for events Additional Information To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff. All CVs and covering letters will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview. We are trialling this functionality to strengthen our recruitment process and offer a fair, unbiased selection process. Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job. Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Apr 28, 2024
Full time
Age UK's shops are the face of the charity. On high streets up and down the country our retail teams deliver a great shopping experience to customers while generating much needed income for the charity, ensuring that we can provide services and support to older people who need it most. If you want to help us to help others, we have the job for you! We are recruiting for a Sales Assistant to join our brand new boutique concept store in Rustington, West Sussex ! Our Sales Assistants deliver an excellent retail service, ensuring that every customer has a great shopping experience. As a valued Sales Assistant you will contribute towards maximising shop sales and profits as well as the successful day to day running of the shop. You will also deputise for the Shop Manager and Assistant Manager in their absence. The successful candidate will support with sales, stock rotation, organising displays, store tidying and much more, whilst representing Age UK in a professional manner and reflecting our core values. Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to handle/lift bags of stock (up to 10kgs.) You will have: Experience in working in a customer facing role Experience of cash handling Ability to lift and carry bags of stock up to 10kg's The ability to work as part of an effective team. Be able to lone work when needed Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as commitment to equal opportunities A flexible approach to work with requirement to work additional days to cover holidays and sickness or participate in trading outside of normal shop hours e.g. shop events What we offer in return: A 14 hour working week 25 days holiday (pro-rata) + bank holiday allowance A generous pension - we will contribute 8% Great discounts and rewards through Blue Light Card and BenefitHub Life assurance, Bupa health cashback plan Tickets for Good - Free and discounted tickets for events Additional Information To comply with UK legislation, we cannot accept applications from candidates under the age of 18 as the successful candidate will be required to work on their own in the shop without the aid of other staff. All CVs and covering letters will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview. We are trialling this functionality to strengthen our recruitment process and offer a fair, unbiased selection process. Is this the job for you? We know that men, of all backgrounds, and men and women from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we want to change this! So, we are particularly keen to hear from applicants from these groups. Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job. Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Salary: £50,935.07 per annum Location: Homeworking with expectation to travel to our London Office as required Contract: Permanent Hours : 37.5 per week Closing date: Thursday 2nd May at 11:30pm Are you a qualified CCAB, CIMA or overseas equivalent, or in the final stages of qualification? Do you have proven experience of assessing financial risk and producing insightful financial analysis, plus a real desire to further develop? Then join Shelter as a Finance Business Partner and you could soon be playing a key role within our Financial Planning and Analysis team. About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent. We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. About the team Our Finance Department works as a team of experts to safeguard resources and support decision making across Shelter. We strive to ensure Shelter is financially sustainable in order to achieve our vision of a home for everyone. This particular role sits within the Financial Planning and Analysis team. We support the charity through financial reporting, analysis, and expert advice, and enable collaboration to support managers in making effective business decisions. About the role Joining a finance team that collaborates and communicates effectively to help us deliver our mission and vision, making vital business decisions that are driven by expert knowledge and financial acumen will be key to your success here. As part of the role, you'll engage regularly with our Assistant Directors and their leadership teams to ensure that financial results and key messages are shared and you'll support stakeholders in engaging with fully available financial insight and reporting. When it comes to our stakeholders, you'll support and lead finance education and training to equip them with the skills required to execute their own financial responsibilities. Among your many challenges will be the need to align financial plans to operational and strategic plans and make sure they're clearly understood by Business Units. Seeing that each Unit is provided with a channel of effective, two-way communication with Finance will be important too. You'll also work with colleagues in Project Governance and HR Business Partnering to support Directorate planning and business cases, as well as supporting and leading on the delivery of cross-team projects. We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. About you As well as being suitably qualified (or in the final stages of qualification), you'll need to be used to working effectively with non-finance stakeholders and varying your communication style to suit the audience you're addressing. You'll be experienced in assessing financial risk, and able to produce insightful financial analysis. You'll also need excellent organisational and time management skills, including the ability to work to deadlines and reprioritise tasks when necessary. Excellent analytical skills, impeccable attention to detail, a high level of numeracy and intermediate Excel skills are all 'must haves' too, as is proficiency in the main Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook and Word. Additionally, it would be an advantage if you have experience working in a Charity and have associated experience of managing restricted funds and fundraising. How to apply Please click 'Apply for Job' below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement should address and cover the 'About You' points in the job description. Please provide specific examples following the STAR format and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses. We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset We work together to achieve our shared purpose Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society. Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Apr 28, 2024
Full time
Salary: £50,935.07 per annum Location: Homeworking with expectation to travel to our London Office as required Contract: Permanent Hours : 37.5 per week Closing date: Thursday 2nd May at 11:30pm Are you a qualified CCAB, CIMA or overseas equivalent, or in the final stages of qualification? Do you have proven experience of assessing financial risk and producing insightful financial analysis, plus a real desire to further develop? Then join Shelter as a Finance Business Partner and you could soon be playing a key role within our Financial Planning and Analysis team. About Shelter A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve. At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent. We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. About the team Our Finance Department works as a team of experts to safeguard resources and support decision making across Shelter. We strive to ensure Shelter is financially sustainable in order to achieve our vision of a home for everyone. This particular role sits within the Financial Planning and Analysis team. We support the charity through financial reporting, analysis, and expert advice, and enable collaboration to support managers in making effective business decisions. About the role Joining a finance team that collaborates and communicates effectively to help us deliver our mission and vision, making vital business decisions that are driven by expert knowledge and financial acumen will be key to your success here. As part of the role, you'll engage regularly with our Assistant Directors and their leadership teams to ensure that financial results and key messages are shared and you'll support stakeholders in engaging with fully available financial insight and reporting. When it comes to our stakeholders, you'll support and lead finance education and training to equip them with the skills required to execute their own financial responsibilities. Among your many challenges will be the need to align financial plans to operational and strategic plans and make sure they're clearly understood by Business Units. Seeing that each Unit is provided with a channel of effective, two-way communication with Finance will be important too. You'll also work with colleagues in Project Governance and HR Business Partnering to support Directorate planning and business cases, as well as supporting and leading on the delivery of cross-team projects. We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. About you As well as being suitably qualified (or in the final stages of qualification), you'll need to be used to working effectively with non-finance stakeholders and varying your communication style to suit the audience you're addressing. You'll be experienced in assessing financial risk, and able to produce insightful financial analysis. You'll also need excellent organisational and time management skills, including the ability to work to deadlines and reprioritise tasks when necessary. Excellent analytical skills, impeccable attention to detail, a high level of numeracy and intermediate Excel skills are all 'must haves' too, as is proficiency in the main Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook and Word. Additionally, it would be an advantage if you have experience working in a Charity and have associated experience of managing restricted funds and fundraising. How to apply Please click 'Apply for Job' below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement should address and cover the 'About You' points in the job description. Please provide specific examples following the STAR format and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses. We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset We work together to achieve our shared purpose Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme. Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We're here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own. To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society. Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies. Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
Imagine being told that you, or someone you love, is losing their sight. In that moment, two profound questions demand urgent answers: Can this be stopped? How will I live my life? At Fight for Sight / Vision Foundation, we pursue positive answers to both questions. We do this by funding the brilliant minds and bright ideas that put change in sight. Our researchers are at the forefront of eye research, making breakthroughs and discoveries that will prevent and treat eye disease. The partnerships we build and initiatives we support are changing life for blind and vision impaired people: from tackling loneliness to supporting people who have survived domestic abuse. We have a clear ambition, led by our CEO, Keith Valentine, who has valuable lived experience of vision loss. We've secured well-respected and highly engaged ambassadors and patrons, from Sir John Major to Marsha De Cordova MP. This is an exciting time to join us, as we activate our new brand and five-year strategy. If you share our mission and have the skills, experience and drive to contribute to our dynamic team, we'd love to hear from you. Role Description This new role of Programme Officer (Social Change) will play an integral part in ensuring our grant making has the best possible impact. Working with the Programme Manager (Social Change) and the wider Impact Team, you will be the first point of contact for potential grant applicants and deliver effective processes that ensure that anyone who applies to us for funding has a positive experience, whether they are successful or not. You will lead on all aspects of administering our Social Change grant calls and provide the rest of the team with the information needed to support robust and transparent decision-making. You will also be involved in events for our applicants and will work with colleagues to continually refine and improve our grant making processes. Responsible to Programme Manager (Social Change) Direct reports None Working hours and contract This is a permanent full-time role, 35 hours a week. Salary £26k Location Aldgate E1 and hybrid working. Minimum two days in the office and external meetings and events as required. Start date As soon as possible Role Responsibilities: Administering grant processes: Working with the Programme Manager (Social Change) to update application and guidance forms for each funding round Work closely with colleagues to set up the grant call in our online grant management system. Provide guidance to potential applicants and respond to their queries, e.g. about eligibility. Work with colleagues who run the research funding programme to ensure that opportunities for efficiencies and shared processes are maximised Process grant applications, ensuring that we adhere to the highest standards of grant making Assist with the preparation of papers to support our decision-making processes, including supporting our Social Change Grants Assessment Panel (SGAP) by ensuring they have all relevant information and that the meetings run smoothly. Following final decision, ensure that terms and conditions and award letters are sent to successful applicants and ensure a smooth transition of projects to the Programme Manager (Social Change) who will manage the active projects. Event support and attendance Assist with the organisation and delivery of in person and online meetings and events, e.g. a feedback session for unsuccessful applicants. Assist with the organisation of visits relating to the social change funding programme, e.g. helping put together briefing documents, supporting with arrangements and highlighting opportunities for stories and impact with communications colleagues. Team support: Provide support to the wider Impact team where required, e.g. working with the finance team on the processing of invoices. Assisting the team in keeping accurate and up to date records, including on the online grants management system and ensure that all relevant records are readily and easily available Person specification: Skills, knowledge & experience Essential Health or social sciences degree or with experience of working in grant making or similar Experience of working in an office/ administrative environment, ideally as part of a hybrid team Proficient in the use of standard IT packages including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Desirable Experience of working in a research or grant making organisation. Experience of working with committees, ideally with a health, research or charitable giving remit. Experience using online grant management systems. Personal characteristics and behaviours: Understanding of and commitment to the change needed to improve life for blind and vision impaired people in the UK good attention to detail and focus on quality. Ability to understand and analyse information presented in funding applications and reports, summarise this and identify the most pertinent points. Ability to work flexibly and effectively as part of a small team and actively collaborate with colleagues in other teams. clear communicator, both orally and in writing, with an ability to respond to a wide range of enquiries, e.g. from community organisations Ability to effectively prioritise and time manage a varied workload. Proficient in the use of standard IT packages including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Flexibility The role description is a general outline of duties and responsibilities and may be amended as the newly merged charity develops. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time. Application process: Please forward a CV and supporting statement, outlining your skills and experience relevant to the role and motivations for applying (two pages maximum), with the subject 'Application for Programme Officer (Social Change)' to by 9 am, Monday 29 April 2024. Interviews will take place during May. Accessibility Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements. If you are unfamiliar with MS Teams and would like to do a tech run-through before the interview, we can also coordinate that. Equal opportunities, diversity & inclusion Don't meet every single requirement? At Fight for Sight and Vision Foundation we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles that we have. We have an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, including any adjustments required to support people from diverse community groups. EDI Monitoring Form: Fight for Sight is an equal opportunities employer and particularly welcomes applications from people with sight loss. We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive. We would appreciate it if you could fill in this Equality and Diversity Monitoring form when applying for our roles. These answers are anonymous and will not affect your application:
Apr 28, 2024
Full time
Imagine being told that you, or someone you love, is losing their sight. In that moment, two profound questions demand urgent answers: Can this be stopped? How will I live my life? At Fight for Sight / Vision Foundation, we pursue positive answers to both questions. We do this by funding the brilliant minds and bright ideas that put change in sight. Our researchers are at the forefront of eye research, making breakthroughs and discoveries that will prevent and treat eye disease. The partnerships we build and initiatives we support are changing life for blind and vision impaired people: from tackling loneliness to supporting people who have survived domestic abuse. We have a clear ambition, led by our CEO, Keith Valentine, who has valuable lived experience of vision loss. We've secured well-respected and highly engaged ambassadors and patrons, from Sir John Major to Marsha De Cordova MP. This is an exciting time to join us, as we activate our new brand and five-year strategy. If you share our mission and have the skills, experience and drive to contribute to our dynamic team, we'd love to hear from you. Role Description This new role of Programme Officer (Social Change) will play an integral part in ensuring our grant making has the best possible impact. Working with the Programme Manager (Social Change) and the wider Impact Team, you will be the first point of contact for potential grant applicants and deliver effective processes that ensure that anyone who applies to us for funding has a positive experience, whether they are successful or not. You will lead on all aspects of administering our Social Change grant calls and provide the rest of the team with the information needed to support robust and transparent decision-making. You will also be involved in events for our applicants and will work with colleagues to continually refine and improve our grant making processes. Responsible to Programme Manager (Social Change) Direct reports None Working hours and contract This is a permanent full-time role, 35 hours a week. Salary £26k Location Aldgate E1 and hybrid working. Minimum two days in the office and external meetings and events as required. Start date As soon as possible Role Responsibilities: Administering grant processes: Working with the Programme Manager (Social Change) to update application and guidance forms for each funding round Work closely with colleagues to set up the grant call in our online grant management system. Provide guidance to potential applicants and respond to their queries, e.g. about eligibility. Work with colleagues who run the research funding programme to ensure that opportunities for efficiencies and shared processes are maximised Process grant applications, ensuring that we adhere to the highest standards of grant making Assist with the preparation of papers to support our decision-making processes, including supporting our Social Change Grants Assessment Panel (SGAP) by ensuring they have all relevant information and that the meetings run smoothly. Following final decision, ensure that terms and conditions and award letters are sent to successful applicants and ensure a smooth transition of projects to the Programme Manager (Social Change) who will manage the active projects. Event support and attendance Assist with the organisation and delivery of in person and online meetings and events, e.g. a feedback session for unsuccessful applicants. Assist with the organisation of visits relating to the social change funding programme, e.g. helping put together briefing documents, supporting with arrangements and highlighting opportunities for stories and impact with communications colleagues. Team support: Provide support to the wider Impact team where required, e.g. working with the finance team on the processing of invoices. Assisting the team in keeping accurate and up to date records, including on the online grants management system and ensure that all relevant records are readily and easily available Person specification: Skills, knowledge & experience Essential Health or social sciences degree or with experience of working in grant making or similar Experience of working in an office/ administrative environment, ideally as part of a hybrid team Proficient in the use of standard IT packages including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Desirable Experience of working in a research or grant making organisation. Experience of working with committees, ideally with a health, research or charitable giving remit. Experience using online grant management systems. Personal characteristics and behaviours: Understanding of and commitment to the change needed to improve life for blind and vision impaired people in the UK good attention to detail and focus on quality. Ability to understand and analyse information presented in funding applications and reports, summarise this and identify the most pertinent points. Ability to work flexibly and effectively as part of a small team and actively collaborate with colleagues in other teams. clear communicator, both orally and in writing, with an ability to respond to a wide range of enquiries, e.g. from community organisations Ability to effectively prioritise and time manage a varied workload. Proficient in the use of standard IT packages including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Flexibility The role description is a general outline of duties and responsibilities and may be amended as the newly merged charity develops. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time. Application process: Please forward a CV and supporting statement, outlining your skills and experience relevant to the role and motivations for applying (two pages maximum), with the subject 'Application for Programme Officer (Social Change)' to by 9 am, Monday 29 April 2024. Interviews will take place during May. Accessibility Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements. If you are unfamiliar with MS Teams and would like to do a tech run-through before the interview, we can also coordinate that. Equal opportunities, diversity & inclusion Don't meet every single requirement? At Fight for Sight and Vision Foundation we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles that we have. We have an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, including any adjustments required to support people from diverse community groups. EDI Monitoring Form: Fight for Sight is an equal opportunities employer and particularly welcomes applications from people with sight loss. We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive. We would appreciate it if you could fill in this Equality and Diversity Monitoring form when applying for our roles. These answers are anonymous and will not affect your application:
Robert Half is currently working in partnership with a trusted and highly reputable charity. Based in Edinburgh we are looking for an immediately available Part-Time Project Office Manager to cover a period of sickness. £15 - £16 per hour - 4 days a week Duties and Responsibilities Experience of directing a programme or project & coaching and managing volunteers Experience of facilitating groups to make their own decisions and direct their own learning Knowledge of Self-Directed Support legislation, strategy and policy. Experience of monitoring and evaluating programmes or services. Demonstrable understanding of equal opportunities and anti-discrimination practices and requirements. Working with confidential information. What is on offer? £15 - £16 per hour - 4 days a week The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Where rates of pay or salary ranges are detailed these are dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training. If you wish to apply for this position please read our Privacy Notice which details how we may use, process, store and disclose your Personal Information: privacy notice. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: gb/en/privacy-notice Security alert: scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website: gb/en/how-spot-recruitment-scams-and-protect-yourself
Apr 28, 2024
Full time
Robert Half is currently working in partnership with a trusted and highly reputable charity. Based in Edinburgh we are looking for an immediately available Part-Time Project Office Manager to cover a period of sickness. £15 - £16 per hour - 4 days a week Duties and Responsibilities Experience of directing a programme or project & coaching and managing volunteers Experience of facilitating groups to make their own decisions and direct their own learning Knowledge of Self-Directed Support legislation, strategy and policy. Experience of monitoring and evaluating programmes or services. Demonstrable understanding of equal opportunities and anti-discrimination practices and requirements. Working with confidential information. What is on offer? £15 - £16 per hour - 4 days a week The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Where rates of pay or salary ranges are detailed these are dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training. If you wish to apply for this position please read our Privacy Notice which details how we may use, process, store and disclose your Personal Information: privacy notice. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: gb/en/privacy-notice Security alert: scammers are currently targeting jobseekers. Robert Half do not ask candidates for a fee or request candidates to send applications through instant messaging services such as WhatsApp or Telegram. Learn how to protect yourself by visiting our website: gb/en/how-spot-recruitment-scams-and-protect-yourself
Programme Manager We are looking for an experienced programme manager to lead an established Inclusive and Nurturing Schools (INS) programme to implement nurturing education across seven boroughs in London, commissioned by the London Violence Reduction Unit. If you lack specific personal experience of working in a particular area, then as long as you can demonstrate evidence to support your potential to do so and an understanding of the factors that will drive success we would still love you to apply! This role offers flexible and remote working. Position: Inclusive and Nurturing Schools Programme Manager Location: Remote (UK based homeworking) Salary: £37,800- £43,449 per annum (depending on experience) Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (flexible) Duration: Fixed Term contract until January 2026 Benefits: 25 days annual leave allowance + bank holidays (pro rata for length of contract, and if part time), birthday day off and 5% Employer pension contribution, Medical scheme, Flexible working supported. Closing Date: 13th May 2024 About the Role The charity is leading on the Inclusion strand of the programme, delivering training to education professionals in 70 schools across London. The charity is working in partnership with Tender, a charity specialising in the prevention of gender-based violence and the promotion of healthy relationships between children and young people. Tender is leading on the Healthy Relationships strand of the programme. In particular, you will be responsible for leading the established (2022) programme to keep children supported, and thriving in school, tackle exclusions, and ensure children and young people have healthy relationship behaviours and attitudes. The Programme Manager will: Lead on programme management (including budget management and reporting) Work closely with the programme manager for the healthy relationship strand to ensure high quality and coordinated delivery Maintain strong relationships with funders and contract managers Coordinate engagement with schools and participating boroughs Coordinate a delivery team Assess the impact of the INS programme About You This is an exciting and challenging role, at the heart of an agile organisation with a strong record and reputation, with the potential for real and profound change for children and young people. The role requires an individual who has direct experience of working across a broad range of the specialist areas of responsibility identified above. You must be able to lead in a rapidly changing internal and external environment to ensure the organisation can maximise the opportunities and manage the challenges it faces. You will have experience of: Managing large-scale projects or programmes Working with schools or within the education sector Line management and managing contractors Applicants are asked to provide a current CV and 2-page covering clearly identifying the skills and experiences applicable to the role. This recruitment process will be completed in line with the safeguarding policy and safer recruitment process. The charity will complete a DBS check before appointment, and any appointment will include a probationary period. The organisation is committed to ensuring that there is no discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation at any stage of the recruitment process. About the Organisation Join a charity that has been working with schools for many years, to improve the social, emotional, mental health and wellbeing (SEMH) of children and young people by removing barriers to learning by promoting nurture in education. There are dedicated team, trustees, and a CEO who is passionate about education and the development of young people. You may also have experience in areas such as Programme, Programmes, Programme Manager, Programme Lead, Education Programme Manager, Education, Teacher, Learning, Project Manager, School, Schools, Education Support. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Apr 28, 2024
Full time
Programme Manager We are looking for an experienced programme manager to lead an established Inclusive and Nurturing Schools (INS) programme to implement nurturing education across seven boroughs in London, commissioned by the London Violence Reduction Unit. If you lack specific personal experience of working in a particular area, then as long as you can demonstrate evidence to support your potential to do so and an understanding of the factors that will drive success we would still love you to apply! This role offers flexible and remote working. Position: Inclusive and Nurturing Schools Programme Manager Location: Remote (UK based homeworking) Salary: £37,800- £43,449 per annum (depending on experience) Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (flexible) Duration: Fixed Term contract until January 2026 Benefits: 25 days annual leave allowance + bank holidays (pro rata for length of contract, and if part time), birthday day off and 5% Employer pension contribution, Medical scheme, Flexible working supported. Closing Date: 13th May 2024 About the Role The charity is leading on the Inclusion strand of the programme, delivering training to education professionals in 70 schools across London. The charity is working in partnership with Tender, a charity specialising in the prevention of gender-based violence and the promotion of healthy relationships between children and young people. Tender is leading on the Healthy Relationships strand of the programme. In particular, you will be responsible for leading the established (2022) programme to keep children supported, and thriving in school, tackle exclusions, and ensure children and young people have healthy relationship behaviours and attitudes. The Programme Manager will: Lead on programme management (including budget management and reporting) Work closely with the programme manager for the healthy relationship strand to ensure high quality and coordinated delivery Maintain strong relationships with funders and contract managers Coordinate engagement with schools and participating boroughs Coordinate a delivery team Assess the impact of the INS programme About You This is an exciting and challenging role, at the heart of an agile organisation with a strong record and reputation, with the potential for real and profound change for children and young people. The role requires an individual who has direct experience of working across a broad range of the specialist areas of responsibility identified above. You must be able to lead in a rapidly changing internal and external environment to ensure the organisation can maximise the opportunities and manage the challenges it faces. You will have experience of: Managing large-scale projects or programmes Working with schools or within the education sector Line management and managing contractors Applicants are asked to provide a current CV and 2-page covering clearly identifying the skills and experiences applicable to the role. This recruitment process will be completed in line with the safeguarding policy and safer recruitment process. The charity will complete a DBS check before appointment, and any appointment will include a probationary period. The organisation is committed to ensuring that there is no discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation at any stage of the recruitment process. About the Organisation Join a charity that has been working with schools for many years, to improve the social, emotional, mental health and wellbeing (SEMH) of children and young people by removing barriers to learning by promoting nurture in education. There are dedicated team, trustees, and a CEO who is passionate about education and the development of young people. You may also have experience in areas such as Programme, Programmes, Programme Manager, Programme Lead, Education Programme Manager, Education, Teacher, Learning, Project Manager, School, Schools, Education Support. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Job Title: Resident Services Manager Location: London Salary: £37,350 per annum Job Type: Permanent - Full Time About Morden College: Morden College has more than 250 older people living in Almshouse accommodation on two sites in Blackheath and Beckenham and in our Care Home. We are committed to providing services that support our residents to live independent and healthy lives. As well as independent living, our Blackheath site is also home to the Morden College Care Home. As part of the Morden College team, you will be committed to challenging ageism, promoting healthy ageing, and combatting loneliness while promoting equity, diversity and inclusion within communities. You will be comfortable with using technology to deliver consistent, equitable, and sustainable services at all times across the charity. You will be a role model for our values and committed to a purposeful, responsible community that is a great place to live and work. About the role and who we are looking for This is a new role for Morden College that drives seamless and efficient service delivery for our residents by using technology (our Resident Information System database and Knowledge Bank system), and manages the team that commissions and coordinates consistent, equitable, and sustainable services, advice, and support for residents who live independently. Willingness to work one Saturday per month and to flex hours and work some evenings (time off in lieu will be given). Resident Services Manager are responsible for: effective line management of the Resident Services Assistants, General Assistants and Drivers to ensure our residents receive an efficient and effective service that is delivered in a sustainable way, continuously developing the team's skills and performance while maintaining high levels of morale and motivation. building and sustaining the Knowledge Bank, which covers Frequently Asked Questions to provide consistent information across all teams. ensuring our new resident information system is maintained and used to its full effect by all team members. ensuring compliance with agreed policies and processes (including Health & Safety, Safeguarding, GDPR/Data Protection), improving these where they are not working effectively. Directly handling complaints and advising Resident Services Assistants on the responses to complaints from residents or third parties (e.g. visitors, relatives, etc), intervening where required and escalating to the Head of Resident Services and the Director of Resident Services and Charity Development, where appropriate. Main duties and responsibilities Provide a positive resident experience by meeting and greeting residents, listening and responding to their concerns and feedback, promoting our values among residents, and by being a visible, supportive, and inclusive manager. Support the onboarding (preparing to move in) and induction of new residents to help them settle in quickly. Supporting the Head of Resident Services and managing the Resident Services Team, which covers: liaison between residents and other members of Morden College including staff and contractors (e.g. Security, Morden College Care Home, Domiciliary Care, Help and Home, etc) providing residents with advice, support and information about moving into and within Morden College (including how to use things like Appello and other College facilities and systems). answering resident questions and providing consistent information on living at Morden College. Supporting the Head of Resident Services to ensure that all residents in Almshouse accommodation are assessed for their independence to self-evacuate in a crisis. Where required, developing a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan in partnership with the beneficiary and the Health and Safety Officer, ensuring this is recorded and distribute appropriately. Encouraging collaborative working and good communication with colleagues and key stakeholders to provide our residents with an effective and efficient service. Skills, Qualifications and Experience: An excellent people manager and communicator who can get the best out of their team and who is willing to continuously develop their people management skills. Competence in using various computer systems and databases, including Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, and Excel) and Customer Relations Management software. An understanding of older people, their situations, and the opportunities they may want and need to explore and engage with to continue to live independently. An understanding of working with diverse types of residents/beneficiaries and effective methods of communication with them to develop good relationships. A relevant qualification or equivalent experience in service management and/or accommodation provision. Must be willing to engage in tasks at all levels to provide the best service and experience to our residents. Please click apply to be considered for this role.
Apr 28, 2024
Full time
Job Title: Resident Services Manager Location: London Salary: £37,350 per annum Job Type: Permanent - Full Time About Morden College: Morden College has more than 250 older people living in Almshouse accommodation on two sites in Blackheath and Beckenham and in our Care Home. We are committed to providing services that support our residents to live independent and healthy lives. As well as independent living, our Blackheath site is also home to the Morden College Care Home. As part of the Morden College team, you will be committed to challenging ageism, promoting healthy ageing, and combatting loneliness while promoting equity, diversity and inclusion within communities. You will be comfortable with using technology to deliver consistent, equitable, and sustainable services at all times across the charity. You will be a role model for our values and committed to a purposeful, responsible community that is a great place to live and work. About the role and who we are looking for This is a new role for Morden College that drives seamless and efficient service delivery for our residents by using technology (our Resident Information System database and Knowledge Bank system), and manages the team that commissions and coordinates consistent, equitable, and sustainable services, advice, and support for residents who live independently. Willingness to work one Saturday per month and to flex hours and work some evenings (time off in lieu will be given). Resident Services Manager are responsible for: effective line management of the Resident Services Assistants, General Assistants and Drivers to ensure our residents receive an efficient and effective service that is delivered in a sustainable way, continuously developing the team's skills and performance while maintaining high levels of morale and motivation. building and sustaining the Knowledge Bank, which covers Frequently Asked Questions to provide consistent information across all teams. ensuring our new resident information system is maintained and used to its full effect by all team members. ensuring compliance with agreed policies and processes (including Health & Safety, Safeguarding, GDPR/Data Protection), improving these where they are not working effectively. Directly handling complaints and advising Resident Services Assistants on the responses to complaints from residents or third parties (e.g. visitors, relatives, etc), intervening where required and escalating to the Head of Resident Services and the Director of Resident Services and Charity Development, where appropriate. Main duties and responsibilities Provide a positive resident experience by meeting and greeting residents, listening and responding to their concerns and feedback, promoting our values among residents, and by being a visible, supportive, and inclusive manager. Support the onboarding (preparing to move in) and induction of new residents to help them settle in quickly. Supporting the Head of Resident Services and managing the Resident Services Team, which covers: liaison between residents and other members of Morden College including staff and contractors (e.g. Security, Morden College Care Home, Domiciliary Care, Help and Home, etc) providing residents with advice, support and information about moving into and within Morden College (including how to use things like Appello and other College facilities and systems). answering resident questions and providing consistent information on living at Morden College. Supporting the Head of Resident Services to ensure that all residents in Almshouse accommodation are assessed for their independence to self-evacuate in a crisis. Where required, developing a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan in partnership with the beneficiary and the Health and Safety Officer, ensuring this is recorded and distribute appropriately. Encouraging collaborative working and good communication with colleagues and key stakeholders to provide our residents with an effective and efficient service. Skills, Qualifications and Experience: An excellent people manager and communicator who can get the best out of their team and who is willing to continuously develop their people management skills. Competence in using various computer systems and databases, including Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, and Excel) and Customer Relations Management software. An understanding of older people, their situations, and the opportunities they may want and need to explore and engage with to continue to live independently. An understanding of working with diverse types of residents/beneficiaries and effective methods of communication with them to develop good relationships. A relevant qualification or equivalent experience in service management and/or accommodation provision. Must be willing to engage in tasks at all levels to provide the best service and experience to our residents. Please click apply to be considered for this role.
ILPA - Immigration Law Practitioners' Association Ltd
Salary: £40,175 from 1 April 2024, with potential annual step increases up to £44,868 Hours: 35 hours per week (part-time or job-sharing will be considered) Deadline for receipt of applications: 18 March 2024 Contact about the role : About the role and how to apply: Rainbow Migration, the longest-running charity in Europe dedicated to supporting LGBTQI+ people through the asylum and immigration system, is recruiting a Legal Officer to advise and help improve the representation of LGBTQI+ people seeking asylum, and help change the asylum and immigration system to one that treats everyone with compassion, dignity and respect. We are looking for a qualified solicitor or barrister with valid practising certificate, or already accredited to Level 3 OISC, with two years' experience in providing advice and representation in asylum including working in legal aid. You will be responsible for the day-to-day delivery of the legal advice service. Under the guidance of our Legal Service Manager, you will also build capacity amongst legal representatives by designing and delivering training, giving second tier advice and developing and coordinating a network of practitioners working in this area. You will use the knowledge you gain in this role to help deliver Rainbow Migration's policy work, such as inputting into policy papers and meeting with partner organisations when required. We will also consider applications from people who do not want to do the policy elements of the job, but to instead focus on first and second tier advice. Please mention in your covering letter if you are applying for this option. This is a unique opportunity to build on your experience as a lawyer or caseworker to improve representation across the sector and create change in government policy and practice. You will be supported to develop as a specialist lawyer and in your policy skills. Responsibilities will include: Deliver one-off advice to adult LGBTQI+ people seeking asylum and work with colleagues to refer them to quality legal aid and pro bono lawyers Provide casework assistance e.g. helping to prepare witness statements, making referrals to other specialist organisations and taking other urgent steps (whilst not representing service users or maintaining a caseload) Provide occasional advice (within competence) on other issues affecting asylum and partnership service users such as asylum support, legal aid, trafficking, family reunion or community care Deliver second tier advice to the legal representatives of LGBTQI+ people seeking asylum and other charities and professionals Work with the Legal Manager to design and deliver training to lawyers, NGOs and other professionals Write blogs and articles on asylum and immigration policy and legislation as they apply to LGBTQI+ people Contribute to policy and briefing papers. The Legal Officer will not be providing direct legal representation of service users. However, the role includes substantive advice and casework within the scope of legal support and referrals for our service users, as well as merits testing and second tier advice. Rainbow Migration's vision is that LGBTQI+ people can settle in the UK and lead fulfilling lives. Rainbow Migration's vision is that LGBTQI+ people can settle in the UK and lead fulfilling lives. Our values are: Safety: We believe everyone should be safe from persecution and safe to be themselves. We strive to create a safe workplace culture, and we place importance on the wellbeing of everyone involved with Rainbow Migration. Integrity: We are thorough and honest in everything we do, and we take responsibility for our actions. We want to be accountable to our communities and those who support us. Belonging: We welcome and include all LGBTQI+ people, and we celebrate and value their range of experience in terms of gender, religion, race, age, disability status and class. We try to remove obstacles to participation, champion equality and promote a sense of family or home through our services. Respect: We believe that every person is equal and deserves the same level of courtesy, care, and attention. We respect the rights, wishes and feelings of our service users, and campaign for their rights to be respected as they go through the asylum and immigration system. . At Rainbow Migration, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. We consider all qualified applicants, consistent with any legal requirements. We welcome applications from candidates with lived experience of going through the UK asylum or immigration system or who have been subject to immigration control. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for anyone considered as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 if they meet the necessary criteria in the person specification How to apply: Closing date: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, but the first consideration of received applications will take place on 18 March 2024. Interview date: Interviews will be scheduled on an ongoing basis in response to applications received. Please read the job description and person specification . If you have any questions about the role or would like to find out more before applying, then you can contact the line manager via . Please send: Your CV A written statement (max 1,000 words). Instead of a written statement you may submit your statement by video or audio recording (max 8 minutes) Optional: a completed monitoring form to . In your statement, please: Give examples of how you meet the person specification. In addition to what is on your CV, we want to hear about any relevant skills and experience that demonstrate how you meet the necessary criteria for the role, and if you meet any of the advantageous criteria. Skills and experience could be from training, volunteering, interests or life experience Confirm if you wish to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme for anyone considered as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 (physical or mental impairment that has a 'substantial' and 'long-term' effect on your ability to do normal daily activities) State how many hours a week you wish to work and if you have a preferred pattern, or if you are applying as part of a job-share If you do not want to do the policy elements of the job and instead focus on first and second tier advice, please mention this. By submitting an application, you: Confirm that you have the right to work in the UK and will produce the necessary documentation if you are offered this post. Declare that to the best of your knowledge and belief, the information provided with your application is true and correct and that you understand that any false information or statement given will justify the dismissal from Rainbow Migration if appointed. Accept that, if successful, you will be required to disclose all spent and unspent criminal records at the point of conditional job and subsequently to undergo an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check. We are proud to be a member of the Experts by Experience Employment Network ( ), which aims to create a charitable sector that is led by people with lived experience of the asylum and immigration system. As part of this network, we challenge the one-size-fits-all approach in our employment practices, and respect personal circumstances and needs of people with lived experience. Please feel free to use information and resources at which may help in preparing your job application. Privacy notice If you apply for this role, the information you provide will be processed according to Rainbow Migration's privacy policy . Rainbow Migration will not share your information with any third parties unless part of the recruitment process or are legally required to do so. By applying, you are permitting Rainbow Migration to access and use the information for recruitment purposes. Rainbow Migration will store your data for 12 months after the conclusion of the recruitment campaign. Monitoring information is kept separately and is pseudonymised to avoid identification of applicants. It is amalgamated for statistical purposes and the original data is then deleted after six months
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
Salary: £40,175 from 1 April 2024, with potential annual step increases up to £44,868 Hours: 35 hours per week (part-time or job-sharing will be considered) Deadline for receipt of applications: 18 March 2024 Contact about the role : About the role and how to apply: Rainbow Migration, the longest-running charity in Europe dedicated to supporting LGBTQI+ people through the asylum and immigration system, is recruiting a Legal Officer to advise and help improve the representation of LGBTQI+ people seeking asylum, and help change the asylum and immigration system to one that treats everyone with compassion, dignity and respect. We are looking for a qualified solicitor or barrister with valid practising certificate, or already accredited to Level 3 OISC, with two years' experience in providing advice and representation in asylum including working in legal aid. You will be responsible for the day-to-day delivery of the legal advice service. Under the guidance of our Legal Service Manager, you will also build capacity amongst legal representatives by designing and delivering training, giving second tier advice and developing and coordinating a network of practitioners working in this area. You will use the knowledge you gain in this role to help deliver Rainbow Migration's policy work, such as inputting into policy papers and meeting with partner organisations when required. We will also consider applications from people who do not want to do the policy elements of the job, but to instead focus on first and second tier advice. Please mention in your covering letter if you are applying for this option. This is a unique opportunity to build on your experience as a lawyer or caseworker to improve representation across the sector and create change in government policy and practice. You will be supported to develop as a specialist lawyer and in your policy skills. Responsibilities will include: Deliver one-off advice to adult LGBTQI+ people seeking asylum and work with colleagues to refer them to quality legal aid and pro bono lawyers Provide casework assistance e.g. helping to prepare witness statements, making referrals to other specialist organisations and taking other urgent steps (whilst not representing service users or maintaining a caseload) Provide occasional advice (within competence) on other issues affecting asylum and partnership service users such as asylum support, legal aid, trafficking, family reunion or community care Deliver second tier advice to the legal representatives of LGBTQI+ people seeking asylum and other charities and professionals Work with the Legal Manager to design and deliver training to lawyers, NGOs and other professionals Write blogs and articles on asylum and immigration policy and legislation as they apply to LGBTQI+ people Contribute to policy and briefing papers. The Legal Officer will not be providing direct legal representation of service users. However, the role includes substantive advice and casework within the scope of legal support and referrals for our service users, as well as merits testing and second tier advice. Rainbow Migration's vision is that LGBTQI+ people can settle in the UK and lead fulfilling lives. Rainbow Migration's vision is that LGBTQI+ people can settle in the UK and lead fulfilling lives. Our values are: Safety: We believe everyone should be safe from persecution and safe to be themselves. We strive to create a safe workplace culture, and we place importance on the wellbeing of everyone involved with Rainbow Migration. Integrity: We are thorough and honest in everything we do, and we take responsibility for our actions. We want to be accountable to our communities and those who support us. Belonging: We welcome and include all LGBTQI+ people, and we celebrate and value their range of experience in terms of gender, religion, race, age, disability status and class. We try to remove obstacles to participation, champion equality and promote a sense of family or home through our services. Respect: We believe that every person is equal and deserves the same level of courtesy, care, and attention. We respect the rights, wishes and feelings of our service users, and campaign for their rights to be respected as they go through the asylum and immigration system. . At Rainbow Migration, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. We consider all qualified applicants, consistent with any legal requirements. We welcome applications from candidates with lived experience of going through the UK asylum or immigration system or who have been subject to immigration control. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for anyone considered as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 if they meet the necessary criteria in the person specification How to apply: Closing date: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, but the first consideration of received applications will take place on 18 March 2024. Interview date: Interviews will be scheduled on an ongoing basis in response to applications received. Please read the job description and person specification . If you have any questions about the role or would like to find out more before applying, then you can contact the line manager via . Please send: Your CV A written statement (max 1,000 words). Instead of a written statement you may submit your statement by video or audio recording (max 8 minutes) Optional: a completed monitoring form to . In your statement, please: Give examples of how you meet the person specification. In addition to what is on your CV, we want to hear about any relevant skills and experience that demonstrate how you meet the necessary criteria for the role, and if you meet any of the advantageous criteria. Skills and experience could be from training, volunteering, interests or life experience Confirm if you wish to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme for anyone considered as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 (physical or mental impairment that has a 'substantial' and 'long-term' effect on your ability to do normal daily activities) State how many hours a week you wish to work and if you have a preferred pattern, or if you are applying as part of a job-share If you do not want to do the policy elements of the job and instead focus on first and second tier advice, please mention this. By submitting an application, you: Confirm that you have the right to work in the UK and will produce the necessary documentation if you are offered this post. Declare that to the best of your knowledge and belief, the information provided with your application is true and correct and that you understand that any false information or statement given will justify the dismissal from Rainbow Migration if appointed. Accept that, if successful, you will be required to disclose all spent and unspent criminal records at the point of conditional job and subsequently to undergo an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check. We are proud to be a member of the Experts by Experience Employment Network ( ), which aims to create a charitable sector that is led by people with lived experience of the asylum and immigration system. As part of this network, we challenge the one-size-fits-all approach in our employment practices, and respect personal circumstances and needs of people with lived experience. Please feel free to use information and resources at which may help in preparing your job application. Privacy notice If you apply for this role, the information you provide will be processed according to Rainbow Migration's privacy policy . Rainbow Migration will not share your information with any third parties unless part of the recruitment process or are legally required to do so. By applying, you are permitting Rainbow Migration to access and use the information for recruitment purposes. Rainbow Migration will store your data for 12 months after the conclusion of the recruitment campaign. Monitoring information is kept separately and is pseudonymised to avoid identification of applicants. It is amalgamated for statistical purposes and the original data is then deleted after six months
About The Role Team - Internal Communications Working Pattern - Hybrid - 2 days per week in the Vitality London or Bournemouth Office. Part time hours of 3 or 4 days a week will be considered as well as full time hours. Top 3 skills needed for this role: Strong copywriting skills with good attention to detail Strong with organisation skills Stakeholder management experience What this role is all about: We're looking for a passionate internal comms professional with an eye for detail who is happy to roll their sleeves up and get stuck in! You'll be hitting the ground running, helping to develop and deliver well-written and engaging communications that inform, educate and inspire employees across the following areas: leadership, CSR, culture and values, reward and recognition.We're after someone with strong copywriting skills who can deliver both proactive and reactive communications across multiple channels. Plus, experience of delivering a wide range of online and in-person events and activities Key Actions Work with the Employee Events Manager on delivering leadership and company-wide events (in-person roadshows, broadcasts, virtual webinars and workshops). Deliver an engaging CEO and leadership communications plan. This includes proactive and reactive comms to help foster two-way engagement and build greater connection with C-suite and senior leadership. Deliver considered CSR communications that enable and empower employees to be a force for good in their community. This includes promoting charity partnerships, employee volunteering programme, and grassroots initiatives (Community Active Fund and Make It Happen Fund). Support Internal Comms and Engagement Director with the delivery of our reward and recognition programme, Star Awards. This includes promoting the programme to drive nominations, managing the quarterly nomination process, and copywriting support for a two-day VIP experience. Support Internal Comms and Engagement Director with copywriting and event support for special projects. Develop and manage engaging content for our intranet platform, VITL: news stories, features, employee stories, videos, blogs, vlogs and community spaces. Proofing and editing communications. This includes ensuring that they are aligned with our company culture, values and tone of voice. Essential Skills needed to fulfil this role: Excellent writing skills, including proofing and editing Excellent attention to detail Ability to manage stakeholders at all levels and across disciplines Project management experience Proven ability to drive forward complex and multi-layered cross-business initiatives Proven ability to create, manage and deliver communication and engagement campaigns Excellent interpersonal skills Able to work flexibly in a fast-moving environment Proven ability to manage multiple and varied projects and tasks simultaneously Experience managing and/or collaborating with agencies and partners Work autonomously with minimal supervision Strong affinity with our core purpose and values; desire to drive positive change Experience engaging audiences via digital platforms So, what's in it for you? Bonus Schemes - A bonus that regularly rewards you for your performance A pension of up to 12%- We will match your contributions up to 6% of your salary Our award-winning Vitality health insurance - With its own set of rewards and benefits Life Assurance - Four times annual salary These are just some of the many perks that we offer! To view the extensive range of benefits we offer, please visit our careers page. If you are successful in your application and join us at Vitality, this is our promise to you, w e will: Help you to be the healthiest you've ever been. Create an environment that embraces you as you are and enables you to be your best self. Give you flexibility on how, where and when you work. Help you advance your career by playing you to your strengths. Give you a voice to help our business grow and make Vitality a great place to be. Give you the space to try, fail and learn. Provide a healthy balance of challenge and support. Recognise and reward you with a competitive salary and amazing benefits. Be there for you when you need us. Provide opportunities for you to be a force for good in society. We commit to all these things because we want you to feel that you belong, and are supported to be happy and healthy. About The Company Vitality is a multi-award-winning UK insurance brand, here to make the world a healthier, happier place.We've been a purpose and values-driven business from day 1- long before it became fashionable. Our core purpose is to make people healthier and enhance protect their lives. Vitality pioneered shared-value insurance. We incentivise people to live healthier longer lives - they benefit, our business benefits, and society benefits. We're successful because we attract, develop, and retain the best people - and because we care. Diversity & Inclusion We're committed to diversity and inclusion because it's good for our employees, for our business, and for society. To learn more please visit our Careers page. Vitality's approach to sustainability Vitality is a business that drives positive change. We reward people for making and sustaining healthier choices. But healthy people also need a healthy environment. To learn more please visit our Careers page. If we are fortunate in receiving a high volume of quality applications we may need to close this vacancy early. If you are interested, please submit your application as soon as possible.
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
About The Role Team - Internal Communications Working Pattern - Hybrid - 2 days per week in the Vitality London or Bournemouth Office. Part time hours of 3 or 4 days a week will be considered as well as full time hours. Top 3 skills needed for this role: Strong copywriting skills with good attention to detail Strong with organisation skills Stakeholder management experience What this role is all about: We're looking for a passionate internal comms professional with an eye for detail who is happy to roll their sleeves up and get stuck in! You'll be hitting the ground running, helping to develop and deliver well-written and engaging communications that inform, educate and inspire employees across the following areas: leadership, CSR, culture and values, reward and recognition.We're after someone with strong copywriting skills who can deliver both proactive and reactive communications across multiple channels. Plus, experience of delivering a wide range of online and in-person events and activities Key Actions Work with the Employee Events Manager on delivering leadership and company-wide events (in-person roadshows, broadcasts, virtual webinars and workshops). Deliver an engaging CEO and leadership communications plan. This includes proactive and reactive comms to help foster two-way engagement and build greater connection with C-suite and senior leadership. Deliver considered CSR communications that enable and empower employees to be a force for good in their community. This includes promoting charity partnerships, employee volunteering programme, and grassroots initiatives (Community Active Fund and Make It Happen Fund). Support Internal Comms and Engagement Director with the delivery of our reward and recognition programme, Star Awards. This includes promoting the programme to drive nominations, managing the quarterly nomination process, and copywriting support for a two-day VIP experience. Support Internal Comms and Engagement Director with copywriting and event support for special projects. Develop and manage engaging content for our intranet platform, VITL: news stories, features, employee stories, videos, blogs, vlogs and community spaces. Proofing and editing communications. This includes ensuring that they are aligned with our company culture, values and tone of voice. Essential Skills needed to fulfil this role: Excellent writing skills, including proofing and editing Excellent attention to detail Ability to manage stakeholders at all levels and across disciplines Project management experience Proven ability to drive forward complex and multi-layered cross-business initiatives Proven ability to create, manage and deliver communication and engagement campaigns Excellent interpersonal skills Able to work flexibly in a fast-moving environment Proven ability to manage multiple and varied projects and tasks simultaneously Experience managing and/or collaborating with agencies and partners Work autonomously with minimal supervision Strong affinity with our core purpose and values; desire to drive positive change Experience engaging audiences via digital platforms So, what's in it for you? Bonus Schemes - A bonus that regularly rewards you for your performance A pension of up to 12%- We will match your contributions up to 6% of your salary Our award-winning Vitality health insurance - With its own set of rewards and benefits Life Assurance - Four times annual salary These are just some of the many perks that we offer! To view the extensive range of benefits we offer, please visit our careers page. If you are successful in your application and join us at Vitality, this is our promise to you, w e will: Help you to be the healthiest you've ever been. Create an environment that embraces you as you are and enables you to be your best self. Give you flexibility on how, where and when you work. Help you advance your career by playing you to your strengths. Give you a voice to help our business grow and make Vitality a great place to be. Give you the space to try, fail and learn. Provide a healthy balance of challenge and support. Recognise and reward you with a competitive salary and amazing benefits. Be there for you when you need us. Provide opportunities for you to be a force for good in society. We commit to all these things because we want you to feel that you belong, and are supported to be happy and healthy. About The Company Vitality is a multi-award-winning UK insurance brand, here to make the world a healthier, happier place.We've been a purpose and values-driven business from day 1- long before it became fashionable. Our core purpose is to make people healthier and enhance protect their lives. Vitality pioneered shared-value insurance. We incentivise people to live healthier longer lives - they benefit, our business benefits, and society benefits. We're successful because we attract, develop, and retain the best people - and because we care. Diversity & Inclusion We're committed to diversity and inclusion because it's good for our employees, for our business, and for society. To learn more please visit our Careers page. Vitality's approach to sustainability Vitality is a business that drives positive change. We reward people for making and sustaining healthier choices. But healthy people also need a healthy environment. To learn more please visit our Careers page. If we are fortunate in receiving a high volume of quality applications we may need to close this vacancy early. If you are interested, please submit your application as soon as possible.
University of the West of Scotland
Glasgow, Lanarkshire
Campus: Various Full time (35 hours a week for 6 months) or Part time (17.5 hours per week for 10 months) THE POST - Knowledge Exchange Manager Applications are invited for a Knowledge Exchange Manager (KEM) at the University of the West of Scotland. The KEM will work with a Programme Coordination Team (PCT), which oversees a collaborative research programme made up of five projects. These projects seek to address antimicrobial resistance (AMR) within the environment, with a specific focus on the Indian context. The PCT and the five projects are funded by the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). The five projects include researchers from across the UK and in India. AMR is a growing health concern with a wealth of research being undertaken globally. The aims of this collaborative programme are to: Better understand the extent of environmental antimicrobial pollution from antimicrobial manufacturing waste Develop and validate globally relevant standardisation methods and tools for detection Determine the impact on human and animal health. The five UK principal researchers for the projects aim, as part of the PCT, to coordinate research and impact across the projects to facilitate external knowledge transfer activities. The successful candidate will work closely with the academic community, industry, government, and community partners in India, the UK and with other countries to maximise the opportunities for the projects to make a difference to the management of AMR in the environment. The KEM will be responsible for working with designated project partners in the PCT to develop existing and new partnerships with stakeholders of the research. This includes working with researchers on the funded projects to maximise the knowledge-exchange with industry and policymakers in India. The successful candidate should have the following: BSc Degree in life sciences, environmental sciences, public health or social sciences Proven stakeholder relationship-building experience. excellent interpersonal and communication skills Project management skills Stakeholder relationship-building in the context of academic-industry-government-community relationships Basic knowledge of the societal and environmental challenges posed by antimicrobial resistance. ABOUT US The University of the West of Scotland is one of Scotland's largest and most dynamic modern universities. Our reach across the country, together with our London campus, means that UWS is a significant force in global knowledge creation, innovation, and a leading provider of undergraduate, postgraduate and research degree education. Our degrees provide students with a transformational experience; equipping them with highly sought-after graduate skills that set them up for global success in world-leading sectors, industries and businesses. With cutting-edge courses, modern pedagogy and practical knowledge, we enable our students and staff to experience the joy of learning, teaching, research and innovation, and apply their knowledge for the benefit of others. UWS is officially ranked by Times Higher Education in the top 200 universities worldwide under 50 years old (2023 Young University Rankings). The School of Health & Life Sciences at UWS offers innovative teaching and research opportunities, firmly focused on the real-world challenges facing the healthcare and life sciences sectors. You will join a supportive and committed team, where you will play a key role in continuing to establish the University as a force for good. The School is involved in the British Council Gender Advancement through Transforming Institutions in India project and the British Council and SEAMAO RIHED Gender Equality and Diversity (GEDI). We offer our staff a caring and supportive environment, across five campuses, and a competitive benefits package which includes: 24 days of annual leave, plus a further 12 days for public/university holidays An additional days leave on your birthday Defined benefit contribution pension scheme (currently 19.3%), including death in service benefits upon joining the scheme. A flexible approach to working pattern and work-life balance Employee discount scheme across 3,500 retailers Fitness facilities across our campuses Access to a range of health and wellbeing resources, including occupational health, physiotherapy and access to our Employee Assistance Programme Professional, career and research development opportunities. Closing Date: Thursday 2nd May 2024 Interview Date: Thursday 16th May 2024 The University reserves the right to shorten/extend the closing date of any position where a high/low volume of suitable applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, an early application would be encouraged. UWS is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from underrepresented groups. UWS is a "Disability Confident" employer. University of the West of Scotland is a registered Scottish charity, no. SC002520.
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
Campus: Various Full time (35 hours a week for 6 months) or Part time (17.5 hours per week for 10 months) THE POST - Knowledge Exchange Manager Applications are invited for a Knowledge Exchange Manager (KEM) at the University of the West of Scotland. The KEM will work with a Programme Coordination Team (PCT), which oversees a collaborative research programme made up of five projects. These projects seek to address antimicrobial resistance (AMR) within the environment, with a specific focus on the Indian context. The PCT and the five projects are funded by the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). The five projects include researchers from across the UK and in India. AMR is a growing health concern with a wealth of research being undertaken globally. The aims of this collaborative programme are to: Better understand the extent of environmental antimicrobial pollution from antimicrobial manufacturing waste Develop and validate globally relevant standardisation methods and tools for detection Determine the impact on human and animal health. The five UK principal researchers for the projects aim, as part of the PCT, to coordinate research and impact across the projects to facilitate external knowledge transfer activities. The successful candidate will work closely with the academic community, industry, government, and community partners in India, the UK and with other countries to maximise the opportunities for the projects to make a difference to the management of AMR in the environment. The KEM will be responsible for working with designated project partners in the PCT to develop existing and new partnerships with stakeholders of the research. This includes working with researchers on the funded projects to maximise the knowledge-exchange with industry and policymakers in India. The successful candidate should have the following: BSc Degree in life sciences, environmental sciences, public health or social sciences Proven stakeholder relationship-building experience. excellent interpersonal and communication skills Project management skills Stakeholder relationship-building in the context of academic-industry-government-community relationships Basic knowledge of the societal and environmental challenges posed by antimicrobial resistance. ABOUT US The University of the West of Scotland is one of Scotland's largest and most dynamic modern universities. Our reach across the country, together with our London campus, means that UWS is a significant force in global knowledge creation, innovation, and a leading provider of undergraduate, postgraduate and research degree education. Our degrees provide students with a transformational experience; equipping them with highly sought-after graduate skills that set them up for global success in world-leading sectors, industries and businesses. With cutting-edge courses, modern pedagogy and practical knowledge, we enable our students and staff to experience the joy of learning, teaching, research and innovation, and apply their knowledge for the benefit of others. UWS is officially ranked by Times Higher Education in the top 200 universities worldwide under 50 years old (2023 Young University Rankings). The School of Health & Life Sciences at UWS offers innovative teaching and research opportunities, firmly focused on the real-world challenges facing the healthcare and life sciences sectors. You will join a supportive and committed team, where you will play a key role in continuing to establish the University as a force for good. The School is involved in the British Council Gender Advancement through Transforming Institutions in India project and the British Council and SEAMAO RIHED Gender Equality and Diversity (GEDI). We offer our staff a caring and supportive environment, across five campuses, and a competitive benefits package which includes: 24 days of annual leave, plus a further 12 days for public/university holidays An additional days leave on your birthday Defined benefit contribution pension scheme (currently 19.3%), including death in service benefits upon joining the scheme. A flexible approach to working pattern and work-life balance Employee discount scheme across 3,500 retailers Fitness facilities across our campuses Access to a range of health and wellbeing resources, including occupational health, physiotherapy and access to our Employee Assistance Programme Professional, career and research development opportunities. Closing Date: Thursday 2nd May 2024 Interview Date: Thursday 16th May 2024 The University reserves the right to shorten/extend the closing date of any position where a high/low volume of suitable applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested in this role, an early application would be encouraged. UWS is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from underrepresented groups. UWS is a "Disability Confident" employer. University of the West of Scotland is a registered Scottish charity, no. SC002520.
Ref 6714 Save the Children UK has an exciting opportunity for a dedicated individual to join us as our Head of Partnership Management to lead impactful partnerships that deliver lasting change, through influencing and advancing our partner relationships for the good of children everywhere. About Us Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave. We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting change for millions of children, including those hardest to reach. About you As our Head of Partnership Management , you will lead a dynamic team responsible for managing our existing partnerships, driving sustainable income growth, and amplifying our impact. Your strategic direction will be instrumental in maximising the value of each partnership, securing vital resources, and ultimately delivering greater impact for children worldwide. In this role, you will be accountable for: Strategic Leadership: Provide vision and direction to the Partnership Management team, ensuring we remain leaders in impactful partnerships with the private sector. Team Leadership: Lead and support a team of Partnership Managers, fostering growth and maximising the holistic value of partnerships. External Engagement: Represent Save the Children UK externally, driving our profile and networks with key organisations and stakeholders. Internal Collaboration : Collaborate across departments to maximize the value of Save the Children in our partnerships and ensure alignment with organisational goals. Operational Delivery: Oversee budget management, resource allocation, and strategic planning to achieve partnership objectives effectively. To be successful, it is important that you have: Proven track record of leading seven-figure partnerships with global businesses. Experience influencing and delivering results cross-organisationally in a large complex organisation. Strong leadership and influencing skills at senior levels. Experience in team leadership and strategy development. Excellent written and presentation skills, including the ability to engage at CEO level. Exceptional interpersonal skills for effective networking and negotiation. Understanding and application of commercial and financial principles. What we offer you: Working for a charity provides one of the best benefits there is - a sense of purpose and reward for helping others. However, we understand the importance of giving back to our employees to ensure a happy and healthy working environment and work/life balance. To have the best (and happiest) employees we focus on flexibility, inclusion, collaboration, health, and wellbeing both in and outside of work. We provide a wide range of benefits which will reward your hard work, motivate you, and inspire you to work to improve the lives of children every day. Closing date: 19th May 2024 Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications. Ways of Working: The majority of our roles can be performed remotely in the UK, but there are likely to be times when you will be required to come to your contracted office (up to 2-4 days per month or 6-8 days per quarter). This will be agreed with your Line Manager and team and is intended to be time spent on collaborating with colleagues and relationship building. Please note: travel costs to your contracted office will be at your own expense. Flexible Working - We are happy to discuss flexible working options at interview . Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Save the Children UK believes in a world that is fair, inclusive and equitable where all children have the opportunity to change their world. We apply this to our workforce and we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organisation where all employees have a sense of belonging and feel that they can be "Free to Be Me". We are not looking for just one type of person - we want to recruit people who can add fresh perspectives, innovative ideas or challenge that disrupts the risk of group think. We are especially interested in people whose childhood experiences - of life on a low income, of migration, of being in a racialised community, of the care system, of being LGBT+ or in an LGBT+ family or living with (or with someone with) a disability - help us to see things we might otherwise miss. Whatever your story is we want to hear it because we know that different voices, ideas, perspectives and knowledge, working together will enable us to better the lives of children around the world. This is the reason why we are all here.
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
Ref 6714 Save the Children UK has an exciting opportunity for a dedicated individual to join us as our Head of Partnership Management to lead impactful partnerships that deliver lasting change, through influencing and advancing our partner relationships for the good of children everywhere. About Us Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave. We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting change for millions of children, including those hardest to reach. About you As our Head of Partnership Management , you will lead a dynamic team responsible for managing our existing partnerships, driving sustainable income growth, and amplifying our impact. Your strategic direction will be instrumental in maximising the value of each partnership, securing vital resources, and ultimately delivering greater impact for children worldwide. In this role, you will be accountable for: Strategic Leadership: Provide vision and direction to the Partnership Management team, ensuring we remain leaders in impactful partnerships with the private sector. Team Leadership: Lead and support a team of Partnership Managers, fostering growth and maximising the holistic value of partnerships. External Engagement: Represent Save the Children UK externally, driving our profile and networks with key organisations and stakeholders. Internal Collaboration : Collaborate across departments to maximize the value of Save the Children in our partnerships and ensure alignment with organisational goals. Operational Delivery: Oversee budget management, resource allocation, and strategic planning to achieve partnership objectives effectively. To be successful, it is important that you have: Proven track record of leading seven-figure partnerships with global businesses. Experience influencing and delivering results cross-organisationally in a large complex organisation. Strong leadership and influencing skills at senior levels. Experience in team leadership and strategy development. Excellent written and presentation skills, including the ability to engage at CEO level. Exceptional interpersonal skills for effective networking and negotiation. Understanding and application of commercial and financial principles. What we offer you: Working for a charity provides one of the best benefits there is - a sense of purpose and reward for helping others. However, we understand the importance of giving back to our employees to ensure a happy and healthy working environment and work/life balance. To have the best (and happiest) employees we focus on flexibility, inclusion, collaboration, health, and wellbeing both in and outside of work. We provide a wide range of benefits which will reward your hard work, motivate you, and inspire you to work to improve the lives of children every day. Closing date: 19th May 2024 Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications. Ways of Working: The majority of our roles can be performed remotely in the UK, but there are likely to be times when you will be required to come to your contracted office (up to 2-4 days per month or 6-8 days per quarter). This will be agreed with your Line Manager and team and is intended to be time spent on collaborating with colleagues and relationship building. Please note: travel costs to your contracted office will be at your own expense. Flexible Working - We are happy to discuss flexible working options at interview . Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Save the Children UK believes in a world that is fair, inclusive and equitable where all children have the opportunity to change their world. We apply this to our workforce and we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organisation where all employees have a sense of belonging and feel that they can be "Free to Be Me". We are not looking for just one type of person - we want to recruit people who can add fresh perspectives, innovative ideas or challenge that disrupts the risk of group think. We are especially interested in people whose childhood experiences - of life on a low income, of migration, of being in a racialised community, of the care system, of being LGBT+ or in an LGBT+ family or living with (or with someone with) a disability - help us to see things we might otherwise miss. Whatever your story is we want to hear it because we know that different voices, ideas, perspectives and knowledge, working together will enable us to better the lives of children around the world. This is the reason why we are all here.
4,000 professionals, 0 days wasted, 1 incredible purpose. Together we are beating cancer. Research Programme Manager (Research Data Strategy) Salary : £46,000 - £54,000 depending on experience Reports to : Head of Research Data Strategy Department : Research & Innovation Contract : Permanent Hours : Full time 35 hours per week (other flexible-working requests will also be considered) Location: Stratford, London with high flexibility (we would expect you to be in the office 1-2 days per week) Closing date : Thursday 9th May at 23.55. This vacancy may close earlier if a high number of applications are received or once a suitable candidate is found, so please do not delay submitting your application to avoid any disappointment. Interviews to be held on Friday 24th May. At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone who wants to develop their skills, someone like you. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Research Programme Manager to lead on developing and managing the Research Data Strategy portfolio: a suite of activities that support the cancer research community taking a data-driven approach to their research, to drive forward the field of cancer data science and use of large-scale data. The role includes scientific strategy development, research community-building, research management, evaluation, and communications (major projects can be tailored to suit the post-holder's skills and interests). About the Research Data Strategy We believe that the use of large-scale data using data science, including AI, will accelerate CRUK's ambition to beat cancer sooner. CRUK's Research Data Strategy was launched in summer 2022 and sets out our ambition in cancer research driven by big data and data science, that addresses the challenges and opportunities associated with this approach to cancer research. Since then we have launched: £5m programme in data-driven research for children and young people's cancers. £2.5m cancer data science network with several newly-appointed leads for communities of special interest in health systems data, spatial biology data, careers and training, diversity and involvement, infrastructure, data and samples re-use etc. trusted research programme comprising a secure data platform and advisory service to help researchers gain access to health system data. 'data champions' scheme to support our standing funding committees consider cutting edge data science proposals. our data-driven cancer research conference attended by over 300 colleagues from across the research community. In the coming months and years we are planning: a spatial biology data hackathon; to develop a training initiative to attract, retain and upskill cancer data scientists in academia; phase 2 of the data-driven research programme for cancer in children and young people's cancer, to name a subset of our plans. The Research Data Strategy aims to catalyse CRUK's progress in all aspects of its Research Strategy - prevention, detection, treatment, as well as discovery science. What will I be doing? Working alongside the Head of Research Data Strategy in developing new activities to deliver the ambitions of the Research Data Strategy. Delivering the existing core portfolio of data initiatives (e.g. by providing leadership for the newly appointed leads of our various communities of special interest as part of the cancer data network), and support delivery of the wider data portfolio being led by colleagues in teams and directorates across the charity, e.g. research operations; policy and influencing; cancer intelligence (particularly the trusted research environment programme team); commercial, corporate and other strategic partnerships, including international; training and careers; communications; philanthropy etc. Ensuring patient and public involvement and engagement (PPIE) and equality and diversity is embedded in all aspects of the Research Data Strategy portfolio and considered as part of the decisions taken, alongside our Public Involvement Lead. Delivering an effective governance structure for the Research Data Strategy both internally (e.g. by providing secretariat and strategic direction for the Data Steering Committee) and externally (e.g. by providing secretariat and strategic direction for the Data Advisory Board), including appropriate reporting metrics and review processes. Developing an understanding of CRUK's data science portfolio and act as a point of knowledge and expertise in the data portfolio, as well as an advocate for data science being a key type of research that CRUK supports across our funding streams. The post holder may have the opportunity to train for a Data Science Apprenticeship to top up skills in this area. Building and maintaining effective engagement with organisations involved in cancer data science, and managing key relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. What skills are we looking for? Essential: Educated to at least degree level in a science or health-related discipline, or equivalent experience. Experience of working in a relevant academic, industrial and/or research funding/management setting. Sound understanding of the data-driven biomedical research and funding landscape in the UK. Proven track record of leading on, managing, and delivering complex, multi-stakeholder projects successfully. Relevant experience of working with, coordinating, and influencing senior researchers and other senior stakeholders. Ability to lead a complex programme of work whilst maintaining links with relevant internal and external teams. Ability to work with many stakeholders, with at times conflicting needs and manage challenging scenarios. Proven ability to form strong, positive collaborative relationships at all levels of seniority and motivate action in individuals who do not report to you. Desirable: Postgraduate qualification (preferably in a biomedical or relevant scientific subject). Knowledge of cancer research generally, or data science specifically. Confident in developing clarity when confronted with complex and shifting circumstances. Sound understanding of project and reputational risk, and confidence to escalate issues as appropriate. Sound understanding of the data science research and funding landscape. Experience of matrix management/coordination of teams of staff who are not your direct reports. Budget management experience. What will I gain? Every one of our employees contributes to our progress and is supporting our work to beat cancer. We think that's impressive. In return, we make sure you are supported by a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools, policies, and processes to enable you to do your job well. Our benefits package includes a substantial retirement plan, a generous and flexible leave allowance, discounts on anything from travel to technology, gym membership, and much more. We don't forget people have lives outside of work too and so we actively encourage a flexible working culture. Our work - from funding cutting-edge research to developing public policy - will change the world. It's exciting to be part of our team. How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly, and objectively.
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
4,000 professionals, 0 days wasted, 1 incredible purpose. Together we are beating cancer. Research Programme Manager (Research Data Strategy) Salary : £46,000 - £54,000 depending on experience Reports to : Head of Research Data Strategy Department : Research & Innovation Contract : Permanent Hours : Full time 35 hours per week (other flexible-working requests will also be considered) Location: Stratford, London with high flexibility (we would expect you to be in the office 1-2 days per week) Closing date : Thursday 9th May at 23.55. This vacancy may close earlier if a high number of applications are received or once a suitable candidate is found, so please do not delay submitting your application to avoid any disappointment. Interviews to be held on Friday 24th May. At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone who wants to develop their skills, someone like you. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Research Programme Manager to lead on developing and managing the Research Data Strategy portfolio: a suite of activities that support the cancer research community taking a data-driven approach to their research, to drive forward the field of cancer data science and use of large-scale data. The role includes scientific strategy development, research community-building, research management, evaluation, and communications (major projects can be tailored to suit the post-holder's skills and interests). About the Research Data Strategy We believe that the use of large-scale data using data science, including AI, will accelerate CRUK's ambition to beat cancer sooner. CRUK's Research Data Strategy was launched in summer 2022 and sets out our ambition in cancer research driven by big data and data science, that addresses the challenges and opportunities associated with this approach to cancer research. Since then we have launched: £5m programme in data-driven research for children and young people's cancers. £2.5m cancer data science network with several newly-appointed leads for communities of special interest in health systems data, spatial biology data, careers and training, diversity and involvement, infrastructure, data and samples re-use etc. trusted research programme comprising a secure data platform and advisory service to help researchers gain access to health system data. 'data champions' scheme to support our standing funding committees consider cutting edge data science proposals. our data-driven cancer research conference attended by over 300 colleagues from across the research community. In the coming months and years we are planning: a spatial biology data hackathon; to develop a training initiative to attract, retain and upskill cancer data scientists in academia; phase 2 of the data-driven research programme for cancer in children and young people's cancer, to name a subset of our plans. The Research Data Strategy aims to catalyse CRUK's progress in all aspects of its Research Strategy - prevention, detection, treatment, as well as discovery science. What will I be doing? Working alongside the Head of Research Data Strategy in developing new activities to deliver the ambitions of the Research Data Strategy. Delivering the existing core portfolio of data initiatives (e.g. by providing leadership for the newly appointed leads of our various communities of special interest as part of the cancer data network), and support delivery of the wider data portfolio being led by colleagues in teams and directorates across the charity, e.g. research operations; policy and influencing; cancer intelligence (particularly the trusted research environment programme team); commercial, corporate and other strategic partnerships, including international; training and careers; communications; philanthropy etc. Ensuring patient and public involvement and engagement (PPIE) and equality and diversity is embedded in all aspects of the Research Data Strategy portfolio and considered as part of the decisions taken, alongside our Public Involvement Lead. Delivering an effective governance structure for the Research Data Strategy both internally (e.g. by providing secretariat and strategic direction for the Data Steering Committee) and externally (e.g. by providing secretariat and strategic direction for the Data Advisory Board), including appropriate reporting metrics and review processes. Developing an understanding of CRUK's data science portfolio and act as a point of knowledge and expertise in the data portfolio, as well as an advocate for data science being a key type of research that CRUK supports across our funding streams. The post holder may have the opportunity to train for a Data Science Apprenticeship to top up skills in this area. Building and maintaining effective engagement with organisations involved in cancer data science, and managing key relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. What skills are we looking for? Essential: Educated to at least degree level in a science or health-related discipline, or equivalent experience. Experience of working in a relevant academic, industrial and/or research funding/management setting. Sound understanding of the data-driven biomedical research and funding landscape in the UK. Proven track record of leading on, managing, and delivering complex, multi-stakeholder projects successfully. Relevant experience of working with, coordinating, and influencing senior researchers and other senior stakeholders. Ability to lead a complex programme of work whilst maintaining links with relevant internal and external teams. Ability to work with many stakeholders, with at times conflicting needs and manage challenging scenarios. Proven ability to form strong, positive collaborative relationships at all levels of seniority and motivate action in individuals who do not report to you. Desirable: Postgraduate qualification (preferably in a biomedical or relevant scientific subject). Knowledge of cancer research generally, or data science specifically. Confident in developing clarity when confronted with complex and shifting circumstances. Sound understanding of project and reputational risk, and confidence to escalate issues as appropriate. Sound understanding of the data science research and funding landscape. Experience of matrix management/coordination of teams of staff who are not your direct reports. Budget management experience. What will I gain? Every one of our employees contributes to our progress and is supporting our work to beat cancer. We think that's impressive. In return, we make sure you are supported by a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools, policies, and processes to enable you to do your job well. Our benefits package includes a substantial retirement plan, a generous and flexible leave allowance, discounts on anything from travel to technology, gym membership, and much more. We don't forget people have lives outside of work too and so we actively encourage a flexible working culture. Our work - from funding cutting-edge research to developing public policy - will change the world. It's exciting to be part of our team. How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly, and objectively.
A fantastic animal rescue centre are looking for a Animal Sanctuary Manager based in Sidehead, Bishop Auckland. Salary : £30,000 + small company van Location : On-site with the potential to work from home 1 day a week Key responsibilities include: Managing the animal care staff Assisting the Animal Care Supervisor as needed Undertaking animal care and cleaning duties as needed, including worming, flea treatment and vaccination schedules Setting the staff rota for the rescue Assisting the Head of Animal Care in managing all paperwork relating to animal care and adoptions, including registering microchips, answering emails, and social media queries Assisting the Head of Animal Care in carrying out home checks and vet visits Ensuring all policies, including the vegan policy, are adhered to by all staff Ensuring the site is kept tidy Benefits: Casual dress Company car Company events Company pension Free parking On-site parking If you possess good management skills, are vegan and passionate about animal welfare, and are willing to travel to the fairly remote location a minimum of 4 days a week, please do get in touch for more information. Animal care skills desirable but not essential. Please note, CVS are being reviewed on a rolling basis and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information. Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists operates an equal opportunity policy and commits to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
A fantastic animal rescue centre are looking for a Animal Sanctuary Manager based in Sidehead, Bishop Auckland. Salary : £30,000 + small company van Location : On-site with the potential to work from home 1 day a week Key responsibilities include: Managing the animal care staff Assisting the Animal Care Supervisor as needed Undertaking animal care and cleaning duties as needed, including worming, flea treatment and vaccination schedules Setting the staff rota for the rescue Assisting the Head of Animal Care in managing all paperwork relating to animal care and adoptions, including registering microchips, answering emails, and social media queries Assisting the Head of Animal Care in carrying out home checks and vet visits Ensuring all policies, including the vegan policy, are adhered to by all staff Ensuring the site is kept tidy Benefits: Casual dress Company car Company events Company pension Free parking On-site parking If you possess good management skills, are vegan and passionate about animal welfare, and are willing to travel to the fairly remote location a minimum of 4 days a week, please do get in touch for more information. Animal care skills desirable but not essential. Please note, CVS are being reviewed on a rolling basis and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information. Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists operates an equal opportunity policy and commits to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
A fantastic independent and people-focused national charity are looking for a Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Manager on a FTC until 31 March 2025. Location: Homebased with monthly team meetings in central London As Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Manager, you will lead on the development, management and implementation of evaluation and learning activities. Working closely with the Programme Manager and Head of Innovation, you will enable the charity to capture insights and learning in relation to the design and delivery of their support offer and analyse data and surface learning around the detail of projects with specific attention to scaling up innovation. In this newly created role, you will play a central role in shaping the organisational approach to MEL, enabling ongoing reflection and adaptation to drive continuous improvement, and support the embedding of learning in relation to social care innovation and improvement across the charity. The successful candidate will have significant MEL experience in the charitable sector, Health and Social Care, or Social Change space including both MEL delivery and capacity building and will have proven ability to shape, sustain and lead on MEL activity requiring collaboration with a range of different stakeholders, creating appropriately robust but flexible processes and structures. Technical expertise in both quantitative and qualitative methodologies and the implications of their use for organisations of different scales and in different contexts is vital, as is e xperience of designing and delivering workshops and training for diverse audiences. This is a great opportunity to work closely as part of a small, friendly and supportive team, liaising with a range of stakeholders including local authorities, and social care providers. If you're interested in hearing more, please do get in touch ASAP for the full job pack. Please note, CVS are being reviewed on a rolling basis and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information. Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists operates an equal opportunity policy and commits to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Apr 27, 2024
Full time
A fantastic independent and people-focused national charity are looking for a Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Manager on a FTC until 31 March 2025. Location: Homebased with monthly team meetings in central London As Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Manager, you will lead on the development, management and implementation of evaluation and learning activities. Working closely with the Programme Manager and Head of Innovation, you will enable the charity to capture insights and learning in relation to the design and delivery of their support offer and analyse data and surface learning around the detail of projects with specific attention to scaling up innovation. In this newly created role, you will play a central role in shaping the organisational approach to MEL, enabling ongoing reflection and adaptation to drive continuous improvement, and support the embedding of learning in relation to social care innovation and improvement across the charity. The successful candidate will have significant MEL experience in the charitable sector, Health and Social Care, or Social Change space including both MEL delivery and capacity building and will have proven ability to shape, sustain and lead on MEL activity requiring collaboration with a range of different stakeholders, creating appropriately robust but flexible processes and structures. Technical expertise in both quantitative and qualitative methodologies and the implications of their use for organisations of different scales and in different contexts is vital, as is e xperience of designing and delivering workshops and training for diverse audiences. This is a great opportunity to work closely as part of a small, friendly and supportive team, liaising with a range of stakeholders including local authorities, and social care providers. If you're interested in hearing more, please do get in touch ASAP for the full job pack. Please note, CVS are being reviewed on a rolling basis and only successful applicants will be contacted with more information. Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists operates an equal opportunity policy and commits to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.