Jobs

Technical Officer

Mon, 20 May 2013 15:45:43 GMT

About AMDEA

AMDEA is the trade association for large and small domestic appliances in the UK. Our members are companies who place domestic appliances on the UK market as manufacturers, distributors or importers.

AMDEA protects and promotes its members' interests in technical regulation, which include laws and supporting standards.

The Technical Department

The technical department currently has three people and we are looking for a fourth member of the team.

The department represents the industry at standards bodies such as ISO and IEC internationally, CENELEC and CEN in Europe and BSI in the UK.

It is also involved in the development of European and UK legislation and its subsequent enforcement.

Main Duties and Responsibilities of the Technical Officer

The Technical Officer assists with the preparation of industry positions, thereby contributing to standards relating to the safety, performance, environmental aspects and conformity assessments for domestic appliances.

Other responsibilities are:

To ensure that all incoming data of a technical nature is processed and circulated to member companies promptly so that their views can be represented (training will be provided).

To represent the views of AMDEA members on technical matters at governmental and standards meetings.

To organise meetings of AMDEA Panels dealing with particular issues

To deal with enquiries from members of the public; government agencies and AMDEA Members.

To assist in the preparation of meetings in outside bodies where AMDEA holds a secretariat position.

To produce the monthly Technical newsletter

Some travel within and external to the UK will be required.

Skills required

Degree in engineering or a related field

Experience in a technical role

Excellent communication skills – including the ability to extract pertinent information from technical documents and to explain them in clear and concise English to both technical and non-technical people.

Good organisational skills including the ability to meet deadlines

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Understanding of Microsoft Office

Some experience of evaluating products to determine compliance with industry-related legislation would be desirable but is not essential

Some knowledge of the process of standards and/or legislative formulation is also desirable but training will be provided

Benefits

Attractive salary

Pension scheme

Medical and travel insurance

Season ticket loan

Applicants should send a CV and covering letter to: sian.lewis@amdea.org.uk

The closing date is Friday 31 May 2013.

Membership Communications Officer

Mon, 20 May 2013 13:23:06 GMT

UK Construction Trade Association

6 month initial contract (ends November 29^th 2013)

£19k pro rata

Based St Pauls, Central London

FPDC is a growing UK trade association providing representation and a wide range of support initiatives for specialist contractors within the construction industry. Our members need us more than ever before and we are changing, with a mission to get bigger and better at what we do.

We are looking for a natural communicator and organised project manager, with the skills and confidence to write and produce communications materials, develop website content, to help market our services and deliver membership benefits to new and existing members and other stakeholders.

The job-holder will also be responsible for organising events including procurement of goods and services from external sources as required.

Working as part of a small team in our central London office and reporting to the Chief Executive, this is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to get involved in a broad range of communications projects, to help drive forward an ambitious plan of activity and develop the association brand.

A good mix of marcomms experience and customer relationship management is essential with good understanding of project budgets. Smart with passion, drive and energy to join this very busy team is essential, ideally with Degree level of education; CIM or marketing qualification beneficial but not essential.

Closing date for application Friday 31^st May 2013 @10.am, interviews w/c 3^rd June.

Application is by CV and covering letter. Apply to: Kim Phillips, FPDC, 61 Cheapside, London EC2V 6AX

Kim.phillips@fpdc.org

http://www.taforum.org/taf_media/JD_Membership_Comms_Officer_contract_position.pdf

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

ACAD Manager

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:28:12 GMT

Based: Darlington Salary: Negotiable plus Contributory Pension

TRADE association TICA (Thermal Insulation Contractors Association) has a vacancy for the post of division manager of ACAD.

ACAD is a trade association dedicated to the asbestos industry, offering first class training throughout the UK.

This is a full-time, permanent position, managing a team of seven and reporting to the Chief Executive. Main duties include:

· Promoting, developing and progressing of an Industry-leading trade association

· Keeping membership ahead of legislation

· Representing ACAD at industry forums

· Promoting industry best practice and innovation

· Continuing the development of the asbestos competency schemes

· Management of a team of training, assessment and administration staff.

Applications are sought from self-motivated, innovative individuals with an in-depth technical background.

The successful candidate will preferably have a number of years’ experience of working as a manager in the asbestos removal industry. Candidates from other backgrounds with relevant technical competence and expertise will be considered.

A qualification in Building Services Engineering or equivalent would be an advantage.

Please apply with current CV and covering letter to Marion Marsland on marionmarsland@tica-acad.co.uk or to Marion Marsland, Chief Executive, TICA House, 34 Allington Way, Yarm Road Business Park, Darlington, County Durham. DL1 4QB

HEAD OF PUBLIC RELATIONS (based in London, Vauxhall)

Mon, 13 May 2013 08:21:02 GMT

The NLA is the leading representative organisation for landlords of private residential property. It provides information, advice and services to support members’ businesses, campaigns to represent the views of its members to the government, local authorities and the media, and works to raise standards in the private-rented sector (PRS).

The NLA is looking for an experienced and talented PR professional to lead its public relations team at a time when housing and the private-rented sector is at the centre of public debate as never before.

As Head of PR, you will be responsible for setting the tone and style of NLA communications, developing and delivering PR strategy, managing a press office team of two staff, and promoting the NLA as the pre-eminent representative organisation in the PRS.

Your main responsibilities will be to:

· Devise and oversee the delivery of the organisation’s PR strategy including:

o delivering persuasive, effective and engaging campaigns to support our members and the wider private rented sector

o supporting membership recruitment and retention

o promoting NLA products and services, NLA events and our regional and local activity

· Devise innovative, campaign-focused PR strategies and tactics in collaboration with the policy and marketing teams

· Contribute to the development of the strategic direction of the NLA, as a member of the Executive team,

· Enable the NLA to maximise business opportunities

· Manage the work of the Senior Press Officer and PR Executive

· Oversee the NLA’s social media strategy

To be considered for the role of Head of PR you must have:

· Proven media/public relations experience and a track record of delivering effective PR campaigns aimed at both business and consumer audiences

· A recognised media/PR qualification

· The confidence to lead media strategy and PR activities on behalf of an industry which frequently attracts critical attention from senior media commentators and the public. Experience in a similar role would be advantageous.

· Excellent written communications skills

· Proven management skills

Please send your CV to hr@landlords.org.uk with an accompanying letter stating why you wish to be considered for this position and an indication of your salary expectations. A full job description will be sent to you upon request.

CBM Project Manager

Wed, 08 May 2013 13:45:58 GMT

The Confederation of British Metalforming (CBM) is the UK’s leading trade association for companies in the forging, fastening and sheet metalforming industries. It has around 200 members including the leading British manufacturers and represents 40,000 employees with £3.3bn turnover in the UK.

CBM is a member of the Metals Forum and works closely with a number of European counterparts including Euroforge, European Industrial Fastener Institute [EIFI] and International Council of Sheet Metal Presswork Associations [ICOSPA] to ensure that the relevant industry sectors are promoted throughout Europe. The CBM also has a strategic partnership with the Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC) in Strathclyde to promote advanced metalforming processes for High Value Adding supply chains.

The role of Project Manager is a newly created position resulting from the CBM’s recently developed Centre of Excellence Programme designed to assist members in their pursuit of excellence in Technology Transfer, Energy Efficiency, Skills and Training. Reporting to the Operations Director responsibilities will include organizing activities for the dissemination of best practice, promoting member engagement in collaborative R&D projects as well as advising individual members on access to expertize and funding. The successful applicant will have a solid background in the metals manufacturing sector and will be familiar with sources of and access to, funding streams.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic

Engagement of CEOs and Seniors Managers from member companies at both SME and Major OE level in CofE activities

Liaison with the Department for Business, Innovation & Skills (BIS), the Technology Strategy Board and other agencies to ensure knowledge of and access to current funding streams

Participation in the CofE Management Team to ensure the success and sustainability of CofE activity programmes

Operational

Organizing and maintaining a programme of activities that attract member participation in the various strands of CofE programme

Supporting members through problem solving, manufacturing and process support

Encouraging maximum participation at sector meetings by developing an appropriate agenda

Analysis of feedback and development of understanding of member company interests and priorities for CofE activities

Preparing bids for collective funding programmes and assisting member companies in accessing appropriate funding for individual needs

Providing Cbm Marketing & Communications Manager with success stories and notifications for PR purposes

Resource

No direct reportees

Budgets where appropriate for external services and materials

Support

CBM Marketing and Communications, administration personnel

C of E Sub-Group

Knowledge and Skills

Musts

Foundation level GCSE Education and Further Education Vocational Qualification

Management experience in metals manufacturing sector

Experience of constructing and administering government funding programmes

Project Management of multi-disciplined activity programmes

Preferred

Engineering Degree-equivalent further education

Experience of Trade Associations or Professional Institutes

Knowledge of Metalforming processes and key sector companies

Application deadline Monday 27^th May 2013

Please send CV and covering letter outlining the reasons why you feel suited to this role or any further enquiries to Geraldine Bolton – geraldine.bolton@britishmetalforming.com

NLA PR EXECUTIVE - (based in London, Vauxhall)

Fri, 03 May 2013 09:58:42 GMT

The NLA is looking for a talented PR Executive to support our busy Press Office working for a housing-related trade association. The role will involve front line contact for press enquiries, both national, regional and trade, as well as managing a network of NLA representatives to promote local events through targeted regional media work.

The successful candidate is required to take a hands-on approach, have excellent communication skills, be able to prioritise and meet key deadlines.

Working closely with PR, Marketing and Communications, the experience required is:

· 2 years’ experience working in an PR agency or in-house with

· Frontline support for press enquiries, distributing newsworthy content to the media

· A passion for social media, combined with the ability to manage and utilise several separate social media platforms

· Producing and uploading a schedule of digital content in line with PR objectives

· Excellent written and communication skills

· Assisting with in-house publications and press materials in both printed and online formats

· Media monitoring and analysis

· Monitoring press coverage and flag potential areas that may require crisis communications

· Promoting key events

· Daily awareness of media coverage relating to the economy, property market and financial services industry to identify PR opportunities

· Organising and managing press interviews, assisting journalists with requests for information

· All administrative support for the PR team, and database management

Desirable:

· Experience working within the property sector or trade association.

Please send your CVs to hr@landlords.org.uk with an accompanying letter stating why you wish to be considered for this position and an indication of your salary expectations. A full job description will be sent to you upon request.

Regional Executive, GGF Scotland

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 08:39:50 GMT

Salary package: £29 – 31K, plus benefits

Home based with some travel

The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) is recognised as the largest trade organisation in its sector. Due to impending retirement of the current job holder we are looking for a new Regional Executive to cover Scotland, North, North West and the Midlands.

The Regional Executive will play a key role in the meetings and activities of the GGF, organising meetings and events, identifying potential new members and following up membership enquiries. In particular, the role will involve liaising with external agencies and Government Departments in Scotland.

We are looking for a person well experienced in the glazing industry with the following skills:

Plan, organise and manage their own workload
Act on their own initiative as well as enjoy working with and as part of the main team in London
Good communication and interpersonal skills; the Regional Executive will be the Membership Liaison Contact for over 120 GGF Members and will undertake prospective Member site visits as part of the vetting process for new member applications.
Good IT and administrative skills, including the organisation of Regional meetings and the taking of minutes
Good attention to detail
Knowledge of current and upcoming issues affecting the glazing industry

For a job description please contact Rajpal Panessar on 0207 939 9129, then apply in writing with your CV and a covering letter explaining how your profile fits the position to: Rajpal Panessar, Glass and Glazing Federation, 54 Ayres Street. London, SE1 1EU or by Email.

GGF operates an equal opportunities policy.

Manager of Regulatory and Industry Affairs - Beckenham, Kent

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 09:16:51 GMT

The Federation of Communication Services, FCS, is seeking a meticulous and proactive executive to take forward our vital policy work, representing members’ interests to Ofcom and industry policy-makers.

With a membership of 380 ranging from multinationals to SMEs and sole traders, the FCS represents UK companies that deliver communications products and services via broadband and radio spectrum and is growing year on year.

We are seeking an individual with experience of the trading and regulatory dynamics of the communications industry to drive forward the medium and long term interests of our members in a regulated environment. The ideal candidate will already have direct experience of working with Ofcom and of preparing detailed responses to official consultations.

Reporting to the FCS Chief Executive you will be responsible for representation of FCS members’ interests to Ofcom, the European commission, UK government and the media. The role includes detailed policy work and consultations, feeding intelligence to FCS’s public relations effort, and the organisation and support of member groups and events. The ability to understand, empathise and build close relations with FCS members is essential.

Candidates must possess a good knowledge and understanding of the converged telecommunications sector.

You will ideally be educated to degree level with demonstrable success in communications, regulatory affairs and lobbying. You will have a pragmatic, proactive, diplomatic and flexible approach and work comfortably in a small team with a record of driving growth and performance.

Essential skills are relationship management, hands on role a natural leader and public speaker and the ability to interface equally with Government and very small businesses. The role includes UK travel.

The post is based at the FCS office in Beckenham, Kent.

If you wish to apply for this significant and interesting role please send your CV and a covering letter to cpateman@fcs.org.uk, Chief Executive, by April 30.

Chief Executive - Dorset Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Poole

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:43:18 GMT

Dorset Chamber of Commerce & Industry www.dcci.co.uk represents businesses of all sizes and sectors from across the County of Dorset and beyond, delivering the very best services, business information and advice.

We are recruiting a successor to the current Chief Executive, who will retire at the end of September after nine years. The Board are looking for a charismatic and inspirational leader who combines entrepreneurial flair with strategic thinking, and ideally is familiar with Chambers or other Membership Organisations.

Based in Poole, we are offering a competitive base salary and further performance-based rewards.

Expressions of interest which show empathy with the Job Description and Person Specification together with a CV and your salary expectations should be sent to DCCI.

Or for a confidential discussion with the current Chief Executive, call Peter Scott MBE on Tel: 07715 539381.