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Senior Media & Campaigns Officer We are seeking a proactive, media-savvy Senior Media & Campaigns Officer to deliver impactful campaigns that drive change and influence national conversations. Position: Senior Media & Campaigns Officer Salary: £30,000 - £35,907 per annum, Plus £3000 London Allowance Location: London (hybrid, minimum 2 days in the office) Hours: Full-time Contract : Permanent Closing Date: 30th April 2026 About the Role This is a key role within a communications and campaigns team focused on raising profile, influencing decision-makers and delivering meaningful change. You will play a central part in shaping and delivering creative campaigns, with a strong focus on media relations and public engagement. Key responsibilities include: Planning and delivering integrated campaigns across digital and offline channels Drafting press releases, briefings and compelling campaign content Managing media enquiries and building relationships with journalists Supporting campaign strategy development and identifying opportunities to influence policy and public debate Creating engaging supporter actions using campaign platforms Monitoring and evaluating campaign and media performance Coordinating internal and external stakeholders to deliver campaigns effectively Managing campaign data and ensuring compliance with GDPR About You You will be an enthusiastic and driven communicator with a strong understanding of media and campaigning. You will bring: Experience in media relations, campaigns or communications roles Strong writing skills with the ability to communicate complex issues clearly Confidence working with data, systems and campaign platforms Excellent project management and organisational skills Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively across teams A proactive approach with the confidence to generate ideas and respond to fast-moving issues Knowledge of how to influence decision-makers and shape public conversations Understand how social media and digital channels can be effectively used to amplify campaigns Experience within the charity or public sector, or working on social impact issues, would be beneficial but not essential. About the Organisation You will be joining a values-led organisation committed to improving lives and driving meaningful social change. The team works collaboratively to influence public attitudes, shape policy and ensure that important issues remain high on the national agenda. Other roles you may have experience of could include; Media Officer, Campaigns Officer, Communications Officer, Public Affairs Officer, PR Officer, External Affairs Officer Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client Not For Profit People.

Job Title: Head of Events and Sponsorship Location: London / Hybrid Salary : £45,000 - £65,000 per annum based upon experience plus discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits Job Type: Full Time, Permanent About the role: The Head of Events and Sponsorship leads this company's events strategy and sponsorship portfolio, overseeing flagship events, membership engagement activities and other revenue generating events. The post holder is responsible for the full events programme, including high profile conferences and dinners, as well as webinars, roundtables and bespoke sponsored activities. Key Responsibilities: Events Strategy & Leadership: Lead the planning and delivery of this company's full portfolio of flagship events of 18+ events including industry dinners, drinks reception and conferences. Development of a strategic events roadmap aligned with this company's policy priorities, member needs and external opportunities. Ensure all events meet high standards of content, production, engagement and brand visibility. Line management of two members of staff. Stakeholder management of senior internal clients, speakers, sponsors and venues. Sponsorship Management: Own this company's sponsorship strategy across conferences, webinars, roundtables and large scale events, ensuring sponsorship packages provide strong value and align with partner objectives. Cultivate relationships with prospective and existing sponsors, advising on suitable activities and building long term partnerships. Manage sponsored content opportunities such as thought leadership webinars, blogs, branding promotion and lead generation. Event Delivery & Member Engagement: Oversee end to end event production, including pre-event promotion, logistics, operations and on the day delivery. Collaborate with programme teams to shape relevant and impactful event content. Alongside the programme of flagship events, deliver networking focused events and private roundtables that support member engagement. Commercial & Operational Oversight: Propose, and gain Senior Leadership Team (SLT) agreement for, annual event and sponsorship revenue targets, monitor financial performance and manage event budgets effectively. Evaluate event performance using qualitative and quantitative metrics, ensuring continuous improvement. Report back to the SLT and Board on events performance in quarterly reports. Identify and implement process improvements, including digital transformation, to streamline and improve the end-to-end customer experience. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise: Core Competencies: Strategic thinking and planning - Ability to design and deliver an events strategy that supports organisational priorities, policy goals and member engagement. Commercial acumen - Strong ability to generate and grow revenue through sponsorship, partnerships and events activity. Event programme leadership - Ability to oversee and deliver a complex portfolio of events to a consistently high standard. Stakeholder engagement and influence - Ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders, internal teams and external partners. Leadership and team management - Ability to lead a team and create a high-performance culture around event delivery. Project and operational management - Strong organisational discipline and ability to manage complex delivery programmes. Data-driven decision making - Ability to measure performance and improve the events programme using evidence. Innovation and digital mindset - Ability to evolve events formats and improve customer experience through technology. Essential Knowledge and Experience: Proven experience leading complex event programmes, preferably in a membership body, trade association, policy institution or similar environment. Demonstrable success in developing and closing sponsorship opportunities and managing sponsor relationships. Strong project management and organisational skills, with ability to handle multiple simultaneous events. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Desired Knowledge and Experience: Experience working in tech, public policy, government affairs or related sectors. Experience managing cross functional teams. Additional Information: This is a full time role based out of this company's London offices, however this company operates a flexible working policy. This role profile is a guide to the work that is required but does not form part of any contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances. The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK prior to the commencement of employment. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to apply for this role. Candidates with experience of: Event Manager, Event Organiser, Events Officer, Events Coordinator, Event Programme Manager, Public Body Events, Public Sector Event Management, Events Administrator, Marketing Manager, Sponsorship Manager, Business Development Manager, Sponsor Relationship Manager may also be considered for this role.

Job Title: Head of EDIS (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Science and Health) Reporting to: Director of Development & External Relations Responsible for : Line-management of two staff (EDIS Community Manager, EDIS Programme Manager) and responsible for the wider EDIS team, including the EDIS Programme Officer and Events Officer. Based: Our Head Office is based in Kensington, London SW7, but we have an agile working policy enabling people to work at another UK location up to 4 days/week. Requests for permanent remote working will be considered and we welcome applications from people based in other parts of the UK. Terms : Full-time (35 hours per week), permanent. Requests for part-time or flexible working will be considered. Salary: £46,811 - £57,416 per annum. About Us The British Science Association (BSA) was founded in 1831 and is a registered charity. We are creating a future where science is more relevant, representative, and connected to society. We have ambitious goals to put people at the heart of science. About the Role EDIS is a coalition of organisations working to improve equality, diversity and inclusion within the science and health research sectors. Originally established by The Francis Crick Institute (The Crick), Wellcome Trust (Wellcome) and GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), the British Science Association (BSA) has recently taken over the hosting of the coalition (from February 2026), working in partnership with the Crick, and funded by a seven-year grant from Wellcome. The new Head of EDIS will provide strategic leadership for the EDIS programme, positioning EDIS as a trusted, influential voice and source of sector support on equity, diversity and inclusion across science and health research. EDIS is a long-term programme with national reach. The Head of EDIS will be responsible for shaping and implementing the EDIS strategy in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring activities are valued by members and aligned with the coalition's values and objectives and contributing to the long-term sustainability and evolution of the programme beyond the grant period. The role holder will lead a dedicated team, cultivate a culture of inclusivity, and champion the impact of EDIS across and beyond the coalition, ultimately supporting the advancement of equitable practices and opportunities in science and health. Key responsibilities Develop and deliver the EDIS strategy: Review and update the EDIS strategy, working with key stakeholders, including developing an implementation plan, KPIs and a theory of change. Lead on engagement with EDIS members and prospective members, the EDIS Advisory Group, and senior external stakeholders including funders, policy makers and national bodies to shape and deliver the EDIS strategy. Oversee delivery of the EDIS strategy, reporting on progress and collecting, using and sharing evidence, evaluation and learning to shape priorities, activities and outputs. Recruit, lead, support and champion the EDIS team: Recruit the 'core' EDIS team, with direct line management responsibilities for the EDIS Programme Manager and EDIS Community Manager. Develop a strong, collaborative team culture for EDIS, reflecting the values of the BSA and of EDIS, and inspiring the team to develop and contribute to the programme and strategy. Champion the work of EDIS across the BSA and more widely. Develop and deliver EDIS activities: Network and build strong relationships with EDIS members and prospective members. Support and work with the EDIS team to deliver the 'embedding EDI' workstream of the EDIS Strategy, and to provide overall co-ordination on the delivery of the other workstreams (Inclusive Research and Inclusive Leadership), including the development of shared definitions, principles, frameworks and practical guidance for the sector. Provide strategic oversight of EDIS activities, working closely with the BSA Grants (Community Engagement) team and our partners at the Crick. Act as a senior advocate and spokesperson for EDIS, working closely with the Policy & Public Affairs team to influence policy and practice and to position EDIS as a credible, evidence-led voice on EDI. Support the EDIS membership: Consult and collaborate with the EDIS members, and prospective members, to ensure that their views are listened and responded to. Steward current and prospective EDIS members, ensuring there is a vibrant, engaged community and membership offer. This may require regular travel, particularly to London. Lead on the sharing of insights and updates to EDIS members on key developments and updates. Work closely with Head of Fundraising and Membership to grow the EDIS membership, and to ensure the long-term financial sustainability of EDIS. The successful candidate will have extensive experience of developing and delivering EDI strategies and Experience in leading a significant project, programme or discrete area, setting strategy, and influencing stakeholders towards its aims and objectives. The closing date for applications is Monday 13 April at 12 noon. First round interviews are due to take place in the week commencing Monday 20 April 2026, with second round interviews taking place on Tuesday 5 May and Wednesday 6 May 2026. You will be informed as soon as possible after the application deadline whether you have been selected for interview. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. As part of the British Science Association's commitment to being a Disability Confident employer, all disabled applicants who meet the 'essential criteria' for this vacancy will be offered an interview under our guaranteed interview scheme. No agencies please.

Director of Advocacy £67,000 - £70,000, plus 8% pension contribution 35 hours per week flexible working and part-time considered Permanent role Hybrid working home working, with travel to our Godalming office and regular meetings in London Lead the strategy. Influence the law. Change the future for animals. The League Against Cruel Sports is the UK s leading charity working to create a kinder society where animals are never harmed in the name of sport . From securing the landmark Hunting Act to exposing cruelty through investigations and championing stronger protections, we are driven by compassion and powered by evidence. We are now seeking a Director of Advocacy a strategic, inspiring leader who can steer our campaigns, public affairs and intelligence work to deliver meaningful and lasting change for animals. The focus of the role is mission delivery - ending cruel sports . About the role This is a high-profile leadership position at the heart of the organisation, you will oversee the strategy for political change (with a particular focus on England and Wales). You will: Provide strategic leadership for our campaigns, public affairs and intelligence functions (England & Wales). Lead organisational planning to ensure our advocacy is aligned, evidence-led and delivers maximum impact. Oversee the development of compelling campaigns to influence public opinion and drive legislative change. Ensure operational robustness, risk management and governance across all advocacy activities. Play a hands-on role developing our strategy for engagement with different press and broadcast media platforms and contributing to our capacity for delivering this work, supporting our Senior Communications Officer. Inspire and develop a talented team, line managing the Heads of Campaigns, Intelligence and Public Affairs. Work closely with colleagues across fundraising, marketing and senior leadership to ensure a unified approach. Support the CEO on strategic messaging, while they remain the organisation s primary spokesperson. This role is predominantly internally focused shaping the strategy, strengthening systems, and empowering teams with the evidence and direction needed to create effective advocacy. It is also an exceptional opportunity for someone aspiring to future executive leadership. About you We re looking for someone who brings: Leadership experience in advocacy, campaigns, media or public affairs (ideally within the charity or campaigning sector). A deep understanding of political and legislative processes in England & Wales. Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive cross-organisational planning. Strong strategic judgement with a track record of influencing policy or social change. Experience managing operational risk in complex or high-profile advocacy environments. Collaborative leadership style and the ability to inspire, motivate and mentor others. A passion for animal welfare and a commitment to creating meaningful, positive change. Experience in animal welfare, environmental or social justice sectors as well as existing political contacts are welcome advantages. Why join us? At the League, you ll be part of a courageous, committed and supportive organisation working every day to end animal cruelty. You ll shape national debate, influence policy at the highest levels, and help secure a future where animals are protected and respected. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance, enjoy flexible working arrangements, including options for compressed hours and remote work from day one. With 28 days (pro-rata) of annual leave, in addition to the public holidays, and a generous employer contribution of eight percent towards your pension scheme, we prioritise your well-being. Additionally, our benefits package includes discounts on shopping, electronics, hospitality and leisure. Find out more about working at the League. How to apply To apply, please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining how your experience aligns with the role, by 19 April 2026. The interview process will include a 30-minute online introduction to our intelligence unit on Thursday 23 or Friday 24 April and an in-person interview at our Godalming Head Office on Tuesday 28 April or Thursday 30 April. The League Against Cruel Sports is committed to inclusivity and diversity, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We believe that together we can end animal cruelty in the name of sport. Join us in our purposeful mission to redefine what is acceptable and inspire positive change in animal welfare legislation.

Social Media Officer Location: Remote (UK based) with frequent travel to office/events Salary: £29,450 per year (plus Inner London Weighting of £3,483.94, if eligible) Length of contract: Permanent Hours per week: 37 Closing date: We reserve the right to adapt the advert at any time per organisational circumstances and to close this vacancy early for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Interviews: Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis Who are Women s Aid? Women s Aid is the national charity working to end domestic abuse against women and children. We are a federation of just under 180 organisations which provide over 300 local lifesaving services to women and children across England. For 50 years we have campaigned on behalf of our members and survivors to shape policy and practice, and to raise awareness of domestic abuse. Our support services, which include the Survivors Forum, the No Woman Turned Away Project, the Survivor s Handbook, Love Respect (our dedicated website for young people), the national Women s Aid Directory and our advocacy projects, help thousands of women and children every year. Purpose of the Social Media Officer role: Are you passionate about making a difference for women and children facing up to domestic abuse and ready to help us build a society where violence against women and girls is no longer tolerated? The post holder will have at least 2 years experience running multi-social media channels for an organisation and creating captivating, current content, including video. We re looking for a creative, agile and impactful professional to develop, maintain and monitor our social media communications. As well as creating content for our various social media channels, you ll also be monitoring engagement, looking after community management and initiating platforms and campaigns. The post will also support our wider communications and media activity. Key duties and responsibilities of the Social Media Officer : To plan, create and post social media content for Women s Aid channels in liaison with relevant stakeholders (both internal and external) To inform the organisation s social media strategy, liaising with relevant colleagues to ensure a coordinated approach around campaigns, events and external affairs To horizon scan and monitor the news agenda to help build reactive content and assess potential reputational and safeguarding risks To develop and maintain the implementation of new functions across social media To report on social media activity, and employ digital marketing analytics Using social and website insights/analytics data to inform activities and benchmark against KPI s and other organisations To seek out opportunities for engagement and to engage with high-profile social media accounts, including VIP ambassadors, influencers and relevant decision makers and stakeholders To support internal and relevant external stakeholders with social media content, conduct and skills advising, training, etc up to and including the chief executive. To support the chief executive s social media activity and engagement, posting on their behalf when necessary. To support the marketing and promotion of Women s Aid websites and products To create digital assets for distribution on social media using tools such as Canva, in line with Women s Aid branding guidelines To create and edit video assets for social media To appear front and back of camera as you direct and host video content, or liaise with others and guide them as presenters What we are looking for in our Social Media Officer : Educated to degree level or equivalent At least 2 years experience running multi-platform social media in a professional capacity A wide range of content-creation experience, including directing, hosting and editing video Confident in creating powerful design graphics and re-sizing images for use on social media, using design programmes like Canva Experience in paid socials campaigns, working cross departments and with external stakeholders (either third parties involved or agencies) Abreast of latest social media developments and landscape, including relevant platform and technological advances Video creation and editing skills Collecting and reporting on social media analytics, using as part of cycle of evaluation and improvement and to improve marketing capability An understanding of the issues involved in publicising and presenting a sensitive subject like domestic abuse to the public and media Benefits of joining us as our Social Media Officer include: Generous Annual Leave: 25 days + 2 Company Holidays + 8 UK Bank Holidays, with an extra 1 day per year after 1 year of service, up to a maximum of 5 additional days. Valuable Pension Benefits: a generous 7% employer contribution. Flexible Working: remote working, a generous TOIL scheme, and family-friendly policies NB: Women only need apply under schedule 9 (Part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 All posts, including remote posts, must be based in the UK. Women s Aid is committed to quality, equality, and valuing diversity. Applications are particularly welcome from Black and minoritised women. Please see the Reasonable Adjustments Statement on Job Description. Please read our Single Sex Statement on the Women s Aid Website Please note that applications will be reviewed, and interviews arranged, on a rolling basis, so for the bestchance of success, please apply ASAP.

VolkerFitzpatrick offers a range and depth of civil engineering, infrastructure and building services. We contribute to vital parts of the nation's life through projects of strategic importance, while delivering those less visible, yet essential, works required by both private and public sectors. We build, renew, maintain highways, airports, railway infrastructure, and commercial, industrial and educational buildings. Reporting into our UK Division Security Officer, you'll plays a crucial role in ensuring the implementation and maintenance of security protocols on higher security projects. You will be responsible for conducting site audits, overseeing staff adherence to security briefings, and serving as the primary liaison between projects and corporate security department. Please note that this role is a minimum of 3 days a week in Hoddesdon with travel to our sites and projects nationally. About our role Information Security Policy Uphold staff awareness of their security obligations pertaining to the project and disseminate any policy and procedural alterations affecting the project or its personnel. Information Security Risk Management Initiate and facilitate measures aimed at reducing information security risks where appropriate and necessary. Identify all involved entities within the supply chain throughout the project lifecycle and conduct necessary due diligence concerning personnel vetting and IT system evaluations. Ensure all staff, including internal personnel and supply chain staff, are appropriately vetted in accordance with security requirements Information Security Awareness Collaborate closely with the UK Division Security Officer to disseminate information security awareness materials. Have an awareness and understanding of UK Government and Defence security conditions and standards including changes and updates that occur. Information Security Training Ensure all project personnel receive and comprehend vital security briefings, maintaining a consistent and high level of awareness and compliance. Facilitate effective communication and the creation of Toolbox Talks following project incidents. Assist in the delivery of security briefings to ensure all personnel are informed of relevant security policies and practices. Primary Point of Contact Serve as the primary liaison between the project and the Corporate Security Department, proficiently conveying messages, updates, and coordinating security-related affairs. Assurance and Reporting Report matters concerning Information Security to the UK Division Security Officer (DSO). Maintain precise and detailed records of security-related activities, reports, and incident logs for comprehensive reference and analysis. Auditing & Risk Notifications Proactive and solutions-focused, with the ability to anticipate potential risks and implement preventative measures. Supportive and approachable, able to work collaboratively with colleagues, project teams, and supply chain partners. About you You'll have demonstrable experience in a similar role. Proactive and solutions-focused, with the ability to anticipate potential risks and implement preventative measures. Supportive and approachable, able to work collaboratively with colleagues, project teams, and supply chain partners. Strong commitment to best practice in security management, ensuring high standards are consistently maintained. Clear and confident communicator, able to share information effectively and promote awareness across all levels. Detail-oriented and reliable, with a focus on accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement. If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us. Why work with us? VolkerFitzpatrick is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients. We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees. We offer a range of benefits, including: Competitive salary Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday Option to buy additional annual leave Private medical care Pension Life Assurance Cycle to Work scheme Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits Employee Assistance programme Mental health, physical health, and financial support 24/7 Virtual GP service Fairness, inclusion and respect We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. If you need support with your application, please contact us at Additional information Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.