An event which celebrates diversity in the borough and at the same time raises much needed funds for two charities; Foodbank and Mind.
When: 11th March 2017, 6pm
Where: Hammersmith Town Hall, King St, W6 9Ju
For further information and to book, please click here.
The Home Office has launched a programme to build a partnership between government and groups working to promote cohesion and tackle extremism in their communities. The second call for bids for grant funding and in-kind support through OCE’s Building a Stronger Britain Together programme is now open.
Deadline for grants is 6th February, info & help available from Aysha, at aysha.esakji@lbhf.gov.uk. In-kind support is available throughout the year.
For further information click here.
Within NHS Hammersmith and Fulham Clinical Commissioning Group (H&F CCG), we are looking to appoint to the following role:
A lay member for NHS Hammersmith and Fulham CCG with a good knowledge of Finance
This post holder will be a voting member of the CCG’s governing body. As well as sharing responsibilities with the other members for all aspects of the CCG governing body business, as a lay member this role holder will bring specific expertise and experience and will have a lead role in overseeing the key elements of financial management and governance.
Remuneration: £10,500 per annum pro-rata. Some time commitment may be required in the evenings, depending on the needs of the role.
Time Commitment: 2.5 to 5 days per month and will commence on the 3rd April 2017.
Closing Date: Thursday 2nd February 2017
For the full advert please click here
For the JD and Person Specification please click here
For the candidate information pack please click here
To apply click here
Schools considering buying new tablets, laptops or desktop devices this year could save thousands of pounds by taking advantage of a new deal developed by the Department for Education (DfE) and Crown Commercial Services (CCS).
To qualify, schools need to submit their requirements for new devices by 10th February 2017. CCS will then work with suppliers to get the best price and notify the school after the contract is awarded on 28th March 2017. Schools can then place orders and arrange payment at the agreed price. This is the first in an ongoing programme of CCS deals to help schools save money and make the best use of their resources. Future procurements are scheduled for: late April to early May (to allow for summer delivery of devices), autumn 2017 and spring 2018.
For further information click here
Hammersmith and Fulham Carers Forum is a formal group, supported by Carers Network. This group aims to help local carers:
The Forum is currently recruiting a Chair and Vice Chair.
To see roles and person specifications click here. H&F Forum members who would like to apply need to send a brief description of themselves and why they wish to apply, and send this to Forum facilitator Alix Richards by Friday 7 April 2017: alix.richards@carers-network.org.uk
Please mark email ‘H&F Carers Forum Chair application’ or ‘H&F Carers Forum Vice Chair application’ depending on role you would like to apply for. Alternatively, please post a letter by way of application to Carers Network, Bishop Creighton House, 374-380 Lillie Road, SW6 7PH.
The next H&F Carers Forum will be on, Fri 28 April 2017, 1.30pm-3.30pm at Bishop Creighton House, 374-380 Lillie Rd, SW6 7PH.
Thought about fundraising online? Why not attend an event run by Localgiving here at Sobus on 15th February 2017 at 11:00 am until 1:00 pm.
The Localgiving support local charitable organisations to diversify their income through online fundraising. They provide tools, training and advice to help local groups connect with supporters online, improve their digital skills and develop practical fundraising experience. It is an event where you will find out about the practicalities of fundraising on line and will be introduced to a pragmatic facility to get started.
If you are interested please book with us online.
If you would like to know more, then please contact Nigel Jacques. His email is nigel.jacques@sobus.org.uk
As a social entrepreneur, I launched a New platform intended to help Charity organisations and schools to get access to nearly new office furniture at the lowest cost.
Lineup systems, a big ad tech company in London is the first partner proposing their office furniture because of relocation on the 25th. The material is already available on the platform.
You just have to register for free and you will receive the list of the office furniture to go shopping. E.g: meeting table for 15£, meeting chair 10£ (only for charities or schools)…
Lineup is the first Company to give but many other companies are coming up so even if you miss the deadline, register and you will get notified of the new arrivals.
For more information and to register please click here
An exciting role has arisen at Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation (OPDC). The successful candidate will lead the OPDC Engagement Strategy. In addition, the successful candidate will take a leading role to conduct stakeholder mapping and build relationships by spending 2-3 days a week meeting and engaging local communities, visiting local groups, attending workshops and events to understand aspirations and concerns and be clear on ‘our story’ and benefits for the area. The position includes a good salary package, we offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan, childcare voucher scheme and a career average pension scheme.
Application closing date: Sunday 5 February 2017 at 23.59 GMT
For further information and to apply, please click here.
Tree Shepherd with Wormholt and White City Big Local, Petit Miracles, LBHF and Hammersmith United Charities is offering you an 8-week course in Enterprise Training at the Wood Lane Community Centre, plus free supported trading at the Petit Miracle Hub, business workshops, networking opportunities, mentoring and financial assistance. The course is free for those on benefits.
The training will take place from 9.30am-4pm on:
2nd, 9th, 16th , 20th & 23rd March
20th & 27th April
4th May
To register your interest please click here or call 020 3697 1537.
The successful candidate will have a detailed understanding of the voluntary and charitable sector and social enterprise models with a focus on services for young people. In addition, the successful candidate will have a track record of successfully leading change, developing effective partnerships across the sector and an innovative approach to funding models. The post will have an annual leave entitlement of 25 days per annum and be eligible to join the Paddington Development Trust Cycle to Work Scheme.
Closing date for applications: 5.00pm, Friday 10th February 2017.
For further information and to apply, please click here.
sobus
20 Dawes Road, London, SW6 7EN
Telephone 020 7952 1230
Email info@sobus.org.uk
Registered Charity No.1071089
and Company Limited by Guarantee. Registered in England No.03471416
Sobus is a new Community Development Agency for Hammersmith & Fulham. It has been created through the merger of the Community and Voluntary Sector Association Hammersmith & Fulham (CaVSA) and the Fulham Community Partnership Trust (FCPT). Building on the strengths of both organisations, sobus aims to provide a wider range of support services for local charities, community groups, social enterprises and start up businesses.
