Vacancies
Our Vacancies
We believe that people are our most valuable asset. We are focussed on staff development; it is important to us to nurture expertise, talent and passion within the staff team.
What we are looking for
We are looking for people who share our commitment to fair and just trade; people who can help us to achieve our vision and mission.
Work life balance
The work life balance of staff is of upmost importance to us. We operate a hybrid policy which aims to provide employees the flexibility to effectively manage their work and personal commitments. We also offer benefits packages such as a Life Assurance scheme and an attractive 9% pension contribution, which is applied regardless of staff contributions.
Equality and diversity
We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect. We are committed to the development of policies and procedures to promote equal opportunities in employment, personnel practices and any services for which we are responsible.
Please find below a list of our current vacancies.
HR Manager
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
The role
We are seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead all aspects of people management across our UK and international operations, shaping our organisational culture while ensuring compliance with employment legislation.
Key responsibilities
- Lead on all HR matters and ensure legal compliance
- Manage recruitment, onboarding and performance development processes
- Develop policies that support our mission and team wellbeing
- Foster a culture of innovation, diversity and inclusion
- Oversee remuneration, salary reviews and payroll operations
- Implement health and wellbeing initiatives
- Monitor and report on key HR metrics and contribute to business planning
- Support managers on employee relations and talent development
What we’re looking for
Essential
- At least 5 years' professional HR experience, preferably in leadership
- Knowledge of reward systems and employment law
- Excellent communication and team-building abilities
- Empathetic approach with ability to motivate diverse teams
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
- Experience influencing senior staff and directors
- Comfortable with both strategic and operational HR tasks
Desirable
- Pension scheme administration experience
- Small business environment experience
- International HR experience
- Understanding of PeopleHR
Why join us?
- Be part of a purpose-driven organisation making a real impact.
- Work in a collaborative and dynamic environment.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted to recruitment@shared-interest.com by 5pm (GMT) on 2nd May 2025. Application should consist of:
- A full CV (maximum three pages).
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Executive Assistant
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
The role
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Assistant to provide executive-level support to our Directors and senior leadership team. This role is key to ensuring the smooth running of governance, administration, and business operations.
Key responsibilities
- Provide high-level administrative support, including document management, correspondence, and diary coordination.
- Support Board and Council meetings by preparing papers, recording accurate minutes, and tracking actions.
- Manage scheduling, travel arrangements, and senior team presentations.
- Handle sensitive information with discretion and ensure compliance with governance policies.
- Liaise with stakeholders, suppliers, and external partners to maintain office efficiency.
What we’re looking for
Essential
- At least five years’ experience supporting senior leaders, managing diaries, and handling confidential matters
- Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Experience in minute-taking, meeting coordination, and preparing reports.
- High attention to detail, with excellent proofreading and document preparation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and collaboration tools (e.g. Teams, Zoom).
Desirable
- Fluency in Spanish and/or French.
- Knowledge of fair trade and sustainable development.
Why join us?
- Be part of a purpose-driven organisation making a real impact.
- Work in a collaborative and dynamic environment.
- Gain exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making.
How to apply
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Applications must be submitted to recruitment@shared-interest.com. Application should consist of:
- A full CV (maximum three pages).
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Grants and Trusts Fundraiser
Are you a seasoned fundraising professional with a passion for making a meaningful impact? We are on the lookout for an experienced and well-networked individual to join our team and drive our growth by identifying and securing significant grants from a diverse array of trusts, foundations, and grant-making bodies.
Shared Interest Foundation is a dynamic and mission-driven charity dedicated to the development of sustainable enterprises, empowering women and youth, and building climate resilience in remote communities within Africa and Latin America. As we continue to expand our reach and enhance our impact, we are seeking a skilled fundraising professional to help us achieve our goals.
Key responsibilities:
- Develop our fundraising strategy to maximise income from trusts and grants
- Build a diverse funding portfolio including major donors and foundations
- Research opportunities and craft compelling funding applications
- Maintain relationships with existing funders whilst securing new partnerships
- Collaborate with our team to develop innovative projects
- Monitor and report on fundraising targets
Essential experience:
- Five years' proven success in securing corporate and trust funding
- Strong track record in developing fundraising strategies
- Excellent grant-writing abilities with keen attention to detail
- Outstanding communication and negotiation skills
- Experience in budget management and financial reporting
- Self-motivated with strong organisational abilities
Desirable qualities:
- Spanish or French language skills
- International development experience
- Fundraising qualifications
- Relevant degree or equivalent practical experience
How to Apply
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If you possess the skills, experience, and dedication we are looking for, we would love to hear from you. Applications must be submitted to recruitment@shared-interest.com and should consist of:
- Full CV detailing professional qualifications and experience (up to 3 sides of A4)
- Cover letter describing how you meet the person specification, why the role is of interest and what you believe you can bring to the role
Application deadline: 5:00 PM GMT, 28 February 2025.
Volunteer Ambassador
Flexible location within the UK
About our Ambassadors
Our network of Ambassadors represent Shared Interest in their local area. They inspire others to support us and invest by seeking opportunities to increase awareness of Shared Interest such as delivering talks and running information stalls. Supporting, and supported by, our Member Engagement Team, Ambassadors contribute their knowledge and passion to enable us to reach potential investors.
About the role
This volunteer home-based role is for UK residents only and carried out within your local area. You will receive remote support from a dedicated staff member. Email, phone and online video communication will be required. The role is ongoing and the time commitment depends on your capacity to generate opportunities. We are looking for volunteers who would aim to fulfil four or more activities per year.
You will have the opportunity to utilise and develop your networking and communication skills and you will be helping us raise even more investment so we can enable disadvantaged communities to trade their way out of poverty.
‘Being an Ambassador is rewarding in that not only is the cause worthy but the message is almost always received with courtesy and intrigue’
~ Feedback from one of our Ambassadors
We would love to hear from you if you:
- Are pro-active and self-motivated
- Have existing networks locally and strong research skills to build on these
- Are an effective and confident communicator with a variety of audiences
- Feel confident at public speaking and are comfortable presenting to audience
- Can inspire others and have good people skills
- Have empathy with the mission and values of Shared Interest
- Can confidently use email and are computer literate (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, online video tools i.e. Zoom)
We will support you with the following:
- Orientation and Induction training
- Ongoing support with a staff contact
- Volunteer e-newsletter and other communications
- Opportunity to network with other volunteers including occasional meet up events
- Materials and resources to support you in your role including out of pocket expenses
For more information, visit: www.shared-interest.com/get-involved
Apply now by emailing: volunteers@shared-interest.com