Innovation Assistant Remote
Job description
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a positive individual to join our team as an Innovation Assistant. You will join us working 35 hours per week, on a permanent basis and will be based remotely. In return you will receive a salary of up to £25,765.62 per annum plus excellent benefits.
Since 1927, Cats Protection has helped thousands of cats each year, across the UK. As a community of volunteers, employees, supporters and partners, we’ve improved the lives of millions of cats and transformed the way millions of people see and care for cats.
Cats Protection’s 10 year growth strategy has innovation at its core. As a relatively new function within Cats Protection, you will be working closely with stakeholders to deliver income growth to help make a difference to cat’s lives. You will be joining the team at an exciting time as we shape and build innovation across the directorate and organisation.
Responsibilities of our Innovation Assistant:
As an Innovation Assistant you will be responsible for supporting the delivery of the charity’s innovation programme and working across multiple teams within the Marketing and Income Generation directorate. The role will support the development and execution of new product development to ultimately grow income, reach and engagement for Cats Protection. Other tasks will include general administration such as raising purchase orders, organising meetings and travel and managing queries in the Innovation inbox.
What we’re looking for in our Innovation Assistant:
- Experience of assisting with the organisation of projects/activities or schedules
- Advanced in using Microsoft Office, with the ability to manipulate data for reporting purposes
- Confident communicator (written and verbal) with excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
- Innovative thinking and effective problem solving skills
- Resilient, positive attitude
What we can offer you:
- salary of up to £25,765.62 per annum plus excellent benefits
- generous annual leave entitlement
- life assurance scheme
- range of health benefits including private healthcare
- Employee Assistance Programme
- and more
Through our values and behaviours we help people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together we can make a difference.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications or CVs that are emailed to us directly.
Closing date: 18th September 2023
Virtual interview date: w/c 25th September 2023
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
Please email [email protected] if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.
