Jobs in the UK

Contract: 2 years fixed term

Salary: £34,839 to £38,824 p.a.

Based: London (with overseas travel)

Closing date: 06/08/2008

The proportion of the world’s population attached to the four biggest religions is growing….and may reach 80% by 2050[1] .

CAFOD supports local partners to tackle poverty and injustice in almost 40 countries. Much of our work takes place in multi-faith contexts and we are now looking for an experienced programme manager to further the development of our inter-faith programme work.

The successful candidate will manage the development of a strategy for CAFOD’s inter-faith programme, supporting staff to develop inter-faith aspects of country and regional programmes and managing relations with other faith based organisations in the UK.

You will have a good understanding of Christianity and its institutions, and of at least one other major world religion (preferably Islam), gained through working on development or humanitarian programmes in the developing world. You will be a strong analytical thinker, an effective communicator with a proven record of liaising with diverse groups from faith leaders to government officials. You must be willing to travel for a minimum of six weeks per annum.

[1] The Economist “The new wars of religion” (Nov 2007)

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £25,111 to £32,739 p.a.

Based: London

Closing date: 7 August 2008

Do you want to fundraise for a leading overseas aid agency?

Are you a professional marketer with outstanding project management skills? Can you creatively use a range of media to inspire people to act to overcome poverty and injustice? Do you thrive under pressure? Can you deliver outstanding communications to our supporters?

CAFOD is a major overseas development and relief agency. Our busy Direct Marketing and Legacies team plays a key role, raising crucial funds from individuals. Last year we raised almost £18 million and we’re looking for a talented marketer to help us exceed this.

You will be responsible for delivering and evaluating a range of campaigns, and will help to develop our fundraising plans and strategy. You will need to be self-motivated and driven to achieve targets whilst having a flexible, enthusiastic approach. An ability to build rapport with others is essential.