We are hoping to have the site back up and running as soon as possible, so please bear with us. If you require any assistance in the interim please contact us on 01865 251946 or email us on admin@ocva.org.uk
You can still find our latest Pulse updates below.
We are pleased to be able to provide training sessions online.
These will be done using the Zoom online platform.
During the Covid-19 pandemic, social media has become and even more vital channel for communicating for charities of all sizes, helping raise their profiles, inspire supporters and reach the communities they serve. Yet for those who are new to social media in a professional setting can find making effective use of your social media channels challenging.
It’s no longer good enough just to do good work. We now need to be able to proof it and show it.
This practical session will look at how we can move away from playing a ‘numbers game’ and focus more on the outcomes and the difference our work makes. The session will look at tested ways of measuring the impact of what we do, how we can encourage people to take a longer term view and provide useful evidence for funders and commissioners.
2 sessions both from 10.00 am – 12.00 pm (4 hours in total)
Thursday 11th March and Thursday 18th March 2021 (£90 – £120)
As home and virtual working is becoming more popular it is now imperative for managers to develop their skills in engaging a remote workforce.
Attending this 2 part workshop will enable you to explore the evolving nature of team management by focusing on leading employees remotely.
Participants need to attend both sessions
2.00 pm – 4.00 pm (2 hours)
Tuesday 16th March 2021 (£45 – £75)
This course is for new trustees, those thinking about joining a board or existing board members wanting a refresher and update. It aims to provide an overview of the key things you need to know as a trustee. The session will equip you with the knowledge of your responsibilities as a trustee and confidence to know where to go to find out more after the course.
The course covers the role of individual trustees and the nature of their collective responsibility, plus some practical tips about how to be effective and add value to the board. There will also be a chance to find out more about some of the latest developments in the sector.
9.30 am – 12.15 pm (2 hours 45 minutes with 10 minute break)
Wednesday 21st April 2021 (£40 – £70)
Conflict is an inevitable part of everyday life. It is often also experienced as negative, worrying, exhausting, painful, destructive and – at worst – dangerous. It can be particularly stressful in small organisations that rely on cooperation and commonality of view. However, it can also have positive effects.
This workshop will focus on how conflict arises, what mechanisms are involved and how it might give rise to creative possibilities for change. Participants will practise using some basic tools and techniques to help achieve this in their work with clients and colleagues
Oxford United in the Community is recruiting for an exciting role in the charity team. The football club’s official charity is seeking a full-time manager
Role summary: The Sweatbox is looking for a Manager to lead open access youth provision for our Youth Centre. This is a part time position
Role summary: We are looking for a passionate, forward-thinking and empathetic individual who is skilled in the art of digital communications. Collaborating with the Innovation
Generalist & Money Advice Caseworker The Old Print House, Marlborough Lane, Witney OX28 6DY Hours: 37 hours per week 12 months Fixed Term contrac Salary
Training and Volunteer Development Officer Hours: 24 – 30 hours per week Salary Level: £26,390 pro-rata, rising to £27,445 pro-rata after a successful probation period
Explore Science Together – 7 June 2022 Join us during the museum’s public opening hours for the chance to participate in eight interactive workshops, activities
Healthwatch Oxfordshire wants to hear about your recent experience of getting prescriptions from your pharmacy. Have you had problems or delays getting your prescriptions, or
Monday 6th June – 1pm -3pm Funding Session: funding volunteer programmes and expenses With John Hayes (Development & Funding Officer) and Tariq Khandoker (Volunteer Co-ordinator)
Invitation to apply for potential funding We have been working with the Department for Transport (DfT) on our new National Rail Contract and annual business
The Friends of Abingdon Abbey Buildings Trust (FOAABT) is seeking a Cleaner/Caretaker to look after basic aspects of operating the Abbey Buildings. The job is
Curious about #socialprescribing? Are you an arts, sports, health, advice voluntary and community sector organisation in the South East supporting people with a health need
Our Small Grants Scheme is designed to support charities registered and operating in the United Kingdom, especially those working at grass roots and local community level,