UK vacancy list

Tearfund has a track record of successful lobbying on HIV and AIDS issues and is currently scaling up its work in this critical area. We are looking for a Policy Officer to carry out research, policy and lobbying work on HIV and AIDS. You will specifically be involved in developing an advocacy programme to influence HIV and AIDS issues in the developing world, drawing upon the experiences and views of Tearfund international partners in the developing world You will also manage research, develop relationships with Tearfund partners, policy-makers and other NGO’s and lobby government.  You must be educated to degree level or equivalent and have significant experience in research, lobbying or campaigning. An understanding of advocacy issues relating to HIV and AIDS is also essential. You will have good analytical skills, be confident in taking initiative and be able to think and plan strategically. Tearfund would also encourage those who are directly affected by HIV and AIDS to apply for this position. This role is currently based in Teddington, however, there is an opportunity for the job holder to be based in Johannesburg. If that is your preference please make this clear on your application form.

Advocacy/Public Policy

£29,513 if UK based (not less than £24,000 if based outside UK, plus comprehensive international medical insurance)

Based in the UK, we are recruiting for a Team Administrator to join the Latin America and Caribbean regional team to ensure that the administrative needs of the team are effectively co-ordinated. You will be educated to HNC/HND level or equivalent with written and spoken proficiency in Spanish. You will have proven ability in administration and organising your own and other’s work.  It is essential that you have good organisational skills and have the ability to prioritise your workload and take initiative.

International/Latin America and Caribbean

£19, 929 and £20, 429 per annum

Tearfund is now seeking an outstanding individual to lead our new People and Organisational Development Group.Tearfund is committed to making change happen so that we can deliver our vision. Reporting directly to our Chief Executive,you will champion and implement that transition to ensure that our front line staff are empowered and served by the restof the organisation. Ideally you will have some understanding of the issues in international development, and will certainly have a passion forchange and a fierce resolve to help us to transform lives.Applications are particularly welcome from women as they are underrepresented at senior management level. Applicants must have a clear and demonstrable Christian commitment and be able to accept Tearfund’s statement of faith. For further information please contact Tearfund’s recruitment partner, The Perrett Laver Partnership, by email (preferred) atTearfundPOD@perrettlaver.com or on 020 7659 7900.

People and Organisational Development Group

£60K

You will be an experienced HR professional providing comprehensive advice to line management and staff including senior managers.  Your main client will be our International Group whose work is focussed overseas in the many countries of the world that we serve, albeit you will be responsible for the HR service to the UK based staff and based in the UK yourself.  You will have occasional opportunity to visit the work overseas but this will not be a regular or mandatory part of the job.   Your role will cover all aspects of HR from recruitment through to performance management, organisational change and contributing to policy development. You will also be responsible for a junior staff member, mentoring their continued professional development.  You will be CIPD qualified and have proven ability in providing a proactive and comprehensive advisory service to senior managers on a range of issues, including recruitment, ill-health issues, performance management, discipline, job evaluation and change management.  Well-developed influencing and organisational skills are essential as well as some experience of managing projects.    

HR/UK HR

£32,028 - £32,528

Are you interested in working for Tearfund on a temporary basis? If so, then why not apply for our temporary admin register. We are looking for Temporary Administration Staff who have at strong administration experience with very good MS Word and MS Excel IT skills. Rates of pay vary from a minimum of £8 per hour depending on the role and skills required.

Most positions are based at our head office in Teddington