CANDIDATE SPECIFICATIONS

Every individual at UWS needs to be able to:

•  Be committed to UWS vision, mission and values and apply them in their daily behaviour and work.
• Be committed to undertaking UWS’s safeguarding training and adhering to relevant policies, to ensure everyone who comes to contact with UWS are as safe as possible.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND COMPETENCIES

ESSENTIAL

• A track record of writing compelling communications for different audiences
•  Managing large volumes of information and creating concise and compelling copy
• Developing systems and processes to manage workflow
• Managing multiple pieces of work and prioritising effectively
•  Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with a diverse range of colleagues, donors and stakeholders
•  Proficiency in IT packages, CRM, Canva and approaches to remote working
• Ability to think creatively and develop accurate and compelling content
• Strong attention to detail
•  Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate information in an inspiring, clear and concise manner for different audiences.
• Excellent written English
• Financial acumen with the ability to understand budgets.

DESIRABLE

• Knowledge of the global challenges and opportunities impacting the education of young people
•  Working with others remotely.
• Experience of working for an international NGO.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position, please send a comprehensive CV (max 2 pages) and a supporting statement (no more than 2 pages).

You should give the names, positions, organizations, and telephone contact numbers of two referees, one of whom should be your current/most recent employer. References will only be taken once your express permission has been granted.

RECRUITMENT GUIDELINES

UWS is committed to the safeguarding of children and ensuring we recruit safely is central to this commitment. All applicants will be required to undertake a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service check (or country-equivalent background check) as a condition of employment.

UWS is an equal opportunity employer and commits to treating all applicants fairly. We actively promote diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from under-represented groups. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

All successful candidates must satisfactorily complete a 3-month probation period.

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