Please note the successful candidates will be appointed within the salary bracket and the location is flexible with access to a range of regional offices across England.

The Ministry of Justice is a major government department, at the heart of the justice system. We work to protect and advance the principles of justice. Our vision is to deliver a world-class justice system that works for everyone in society. The organisation works together and with other government departments and agencies to bring the principles of justice to life for everyone in society. From our civil courts, tribunals and family law hearings to criminal justice, prison and probation services. We work to ensure that sentences are served, and offenders are encouraged to turn their lives around and become law-abiding citizens. Three of the posts are working for the MOJ with the fourth post appointed within the Home Office (but still part of the tax CoE) on Home Office terms & conditions.

The Tax Centre of Excellence (CoE) was the first CoE to be established and is a central resource for tax advice and services available to government departments. The CoE is made up of the tax teams of the Ministry of Justice (MoJ), Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and Home Office, supported by the Ministry of Defence and the Department for Health and Social Care.

This is a specialist role to deliver taxation services both within and across government departments where you will be providing a detailed advisory, support and delivery function covering tax / VAT with responsibility for meeting tax obligations as well as driving continuous improvement.  You will engage and collaborate with colleagues across government departments including HM Revenue and Customs and HM Treasury.

The responsibilities of the Tax Specialist (VAT) will include

• Working collaboratively across the Tax CoE teams on cross government and HMRC initiatives. Delivery of cross government tax advisory services as well as delivering continuous improvement
• Actively contribute to the cross-government programme of work to make the best use of tax expertise across government
• Building effective relationships across a wide range of stakeholders and having regular government department communication to enhance business awareness, knowledge and skills that build broad capability and knowledge and promote the work of the Tax CoE
• Providing high quality, timely advice, guidance and active assistance on taxation related matters, to assist decision-making and operational effectiveness
• Improve systems and processes in line with tax global principles, ensuring controls and best practice are in place to maintain a strong level of taxation compliance across MoJ, DWP, Home Office and the wider government department sector
• Producing, clarifying and advising on tax/VAT Policy and compliance, interpreting and preparing guidance and providing clear communications on technical issues which are often challenging and complex in nature
• Undertaking technical project work in relation to change initiatives, projects and contracts so that any tax/VAT impact is clearly identified and known early

Key Skills & Experience

• The post holder must have a good working knowledge, track record, experience and understanding of tax or VAT requirements
• Ability to build and facilitate successful working relationships with both internal and external customers
• Strong written and oral communication skills including the ability to translate complex rules into guidance that can be understood across the business and disciplines, influence and challenge senior stakeholders
• Ability to assimilate complex information from both internal and external sources and to provide accurate, compete and timely advice and guidance
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work to demanding timescales
• A willingness to develop further expert knowledge in Tax and VAT, Finance and Government Departments 

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge and experience of tax within government would be useful, but not a necessity

For more information, please apply using the link, or contact Michael Swinburn or Jack White at our retained search agent, Robertson Bell.

Please note the successful candidates will be appointed within the salary bracket and the location is flexible with access to a range of regional offices across England.

The Ministry of Justice is a major government department, at the heart of the justice system. We work to protect and advance the principles of justice. Our vision is to deliver a world-class justice system that works for everyone in society. The organisation works together and with other government departments and agencies to bring the principles of justice to life for everyone in society. From our civil courts, tribunals and family law hearings to criminal justice, prison and probation services. We work to ensure that sentences are served, and offenders are encouraged to turn their lives around and become law-abiding citizens.

The Tax Centre of Excellence (CoE) was the first CoE to be established and is a central resource for tax advice and services available to Government departments. The CoE is made up of the tax teams of the Ministry of Justice (MoJ), Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and Home Office (HO), supported by the Ministry of Defence and the Department for Health and Social Care.

This is a specialist role based in the MoJ Tax CoE team and will provide a detailed advisory, support and delivery function covering IR35 and direct tax. The post holder will also need to engage and work in partnership with colleagues across Government departments and collaboratively with HM Revenue and Customs and HMT

The responsibilities of the Tax Specialist will include

• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and lead on developing and implementing IR35 which enhances business awareness, knowledge and skills that build broad capability and knowledge promote the work of the Tax CoE
• Providing high quality, timely advice, guidance and active assistance on IR35 and taxation related matters, to assist decision-making and operational effectiveness
• Pro-actively undertake IR35 tax compliance reviews, actively seeking continuous improvement, engaging with key stakeholders and communicating across government
• Producing, clarifying and advising on IR35 and direct tax Policy and compliance, interpreting and preparing guidance and providing clear communications on technical issues which are often challenging and complex in nature.
• Ensuring systems and controls are in place to maintain a strong level of taxation compliance and assurance
• Undertaking technical project work in relation to change initiatives, projects and contracts so that any IR35/tax impact is clearly identified and known early
• Actively contribute to the cross-Government programme of work to make the best use of tax expertise across Government

Key Skills & Experience

• The post holder must have a good working knowledge, track record, experience and understanding of IR35 requirements
• Ability to build and facilitate successful working relationships with both internal and external customers
• Strong written and oral communication skills including the ability to translate complex rules into guidance that can be understood across the business and disciplines, influence and challenge senior stakeholders
• Ability to assimilate complex information from both internal and external sources and to provide accurate, compete and timely advice and guidance
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work to demanding timescales.
• A willingness to develop further expert knowledge in Tax and Finance and Government Departments 

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge and experience of tax within Government would be useful, but not a necessity

For more information, please apply using the link, or contact Michael Swinburn or Jack White at our retained search agent, Robertson Bell.

Please note the successful candidates will be appointed within the salary bracket and the location is flexible with access to a range of regional offices across England.

The Ministry of Justice is a major government department, at the heart of the justice system. We work to protect and advance the principles of justice. Our vision is to deliver a world-class justice system that works for everyone in society. The organisation works together and with other government departments and agencies to bring the principles of justice to life for everyone in society. From our civil courts, tribunals and family law hearings to criminal justice, prison and probation services. We work to ensure that sentences are served, and offenders are encouraged to turn their lives around and become law-abiding citizens. Three of the posts are working for the MOJ with the fourth post appointed within the Home Office (but still part of the tax CoE) on Home Office terms & conditions.

The Tax Centre of Excellence (CoE) was the first CoE to be established and is a central resource for tax advice and services available to government departments. The CoE is made up of the tax teams of the Ministry of Justice (MoJ), Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and Home Office (HO), supported by the Ministry of Defence and the Department for Health and Social Care.

This role is to deliver taxation services and will provide an advisory, support and delivery function with particular focus given to IR35 activities. This role will support the drive for continuous improvement as well as ensuring the completion of mandatory returns and assurance of tax compliance.

The responsibilities of the Tax Specialist will include

• Support tax compliance reviews, actively seeking continuous improvement, engaging with key stakeholders
• Providing high quality, timely advice, guidance and active assistance on taxation related matters, to assist decision-making and operational effectiveness
• Building effective relationships across a wide range of stakeholders including: budget holders, finance business partners, tax CoE colleagues across MoJ/HO/DWP, and tax CoE customers
• Ensuring systems and controls are in place to maintain a strong level of compliance and assurance
• Undertaking technical project work in relation to change initiatives, projects and contracts so that any tax impact is clearly identified and known early
• Actively contribute to the cross-Government programme of work to make the best use of tax expertise across Government
• Maintain / develop our OneFinance website

Key Skills & Experience

• The post holder must have a working knowledge and understanding of tax
• Some finance experience and a willingness to develop further expert knowledge in tax and finance within Government Departments
• Ability to build and facilitate successful working relationships with both internal and external customers
• Strong written and oral communication skills including the ability to translate complex rules into guidance that can be understood across the business and disciplines, influence and challenge senior stakeholders
• Ability to assimilate complex information from both internal and external sources and to provide accurate, complete and timely advice and guidance
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work to demanding timescales

Desirable Skills

• Some knowledge of tax within Government Departments, especially regarding status determination
• An experienced finance professional (qualification is desirable but not essential) but must be willing to extend skills and knowledge across finance/taxation
• Good spreadsheet and data manipulation skills

For more information, please apply using the link, or contact Michael Swinburn or Jack White at our retained search agent, Robertson Bell.

Please note the successful candidate will be appointed within the salary bracket and the location is flexible with access to a range of regional offices across England.

The Ministry of Justice is a major government department, at the heart of the justice system. We work to protect and advance the principles of justice. Our vision is to deliver a world-class justice system that works for everyone in society. The organisation works together and with other government departments and agencies to bring the principles of justice to life for everyone in society. From our civil courts, tribunals and family law hearings to criminal justice, prison and probation services. We work to ensure that sentences are served, and offenders are encouraged to turn their lives around and become law-abiding citizens. Three of the posts are working for the MOJ with the fourth post appointed within the Home Office (but still part of the tax CoE) on Home Office terms & conditions.

The Tax Centre of Excellence (CoE) was the first CoE to be established and is a central resource for tax advice and services available to government departments. The CoE is made up of the tax teams of the Ministry of Justice (MoJ), Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and Home Office (HO), supported by the Ministry of Defence and the Department for Health and Social Care.

This role is to deliver taxation services and will provide an advisory, support and delivery function with particular focus given to IR35 activities. This role will support the drive for continuous improvement as well as ensuring the completion of mandatory returns and assurance of tax compliance.

The responsibilities of the Tax Specialist (IR35) will include

• Support IR35 tax compliance reviews, actively seeking continuous improvement, engaging with key stakeholders
• Providing high quality, timely advice, guidance and active assistance on taxation related matters, to assist decision-making and operational effectiveness
• Building effective relationships across a wide range of stakeholders including: budget holders, finance business partners, tax CoE colleagues across MoJ/HO/DWP, and tax CoE customers
• Ensuring systems and controls are in place to maintain a strong level of IR35 compliance and assurance
• Undertaking technical project work in relation to change initiatives, projects and contracts so that any tax impact is clearly identified and known early
• Actively contribute to the cross-Government programme of work to make the best use of tax expertise across Government
• Maintain / develop our OneFinance website

Key Skills & Experience

• The post holder must have a working knowledge and understanding of tax.
• Some finance experience and a willingness to develop further expert knowledge in tax and finance within Government Departments
• Ability to build and facilitate successful working relationships with both internal and external customers
• Strong written and oral communication skills including the ability to translate complex rules into guidance that can be understood across the business and disciplines, influence and challenge senior stakeholders
• Ability to assimilate complex information from both internal and external sources and to provide accurate, complete and timely advice and guidance
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work to demanding timescales

Desirable Skills

• Some knowledge of tax within Government Departments, especially regarding status determination
• An experienced finance professional (qualification is desirable but not essential) but must be willing to extend skills and knowledge across finance/taxation
• Good spreadsheet and data manipulation skills

For more information, please apply using the link, or contact Michael Swinburn or Jack White at our retained search agent, Robertson Bell.

Savera UK is a leading national charity (no.1145564), its vision is to eliminate ‘honour-based’ abuse and harmful practices across the UK and beyond. Savera UK’s mission is to tackle the causes and effects of ‘honour’-based abuse and harmful practices by helping clients find their ‘savera’ – meaning ‘new beginning by providing one-to-one support for those at risk as well as delivering and providing consultancy and training, raising awareness, and contributing to research. Our values: approachable, respectful, empowering, collaborative, ambitious, leadership.                 

Job Summary:

To identify opportunities and secure additional funding; build and manage relationships and business opportunities that support the organisation’s strategy and ambition for growth.

To work with the CEO to develop and deliver the organisational strategy and business development plan, across all income streams.

Accountabilities: 

Business Development:

• To work closely with the CEO to identify potential customers in our proposed new business sectors
• To work with the CEO, and Savera UK team, to develop new business proposals and presentations that bring together Savera UK’s offer to potential partners
• To strengthen and build new partnerships and collaborations for business opportunities
• The development of specific income streams that are vital to the success of the organisation over the next 3 -5 years, such as ‘Develop core income streams, including corporate partnerships, major donors, individual giving, Trusts and Foundation, legacies
• Develop KPIs for income generation from multiple sources, in conjunction with the CEO
• To develop and deliver creative ways for fundraising
• To identify, prepare and manage funding bids
• To provide monitoring and evaluation information to funders
• Report to the CEO (weekly) on progress against agreed targets and KPIs for new and existing business
• Increase the charity’s presence in key markets, in line with Savera UK’s ambitious strategic plan and against agreed income targets
• Work with all the Savera UK team, Board and Advisory Board to identify new partner organisations suitable for us as a charity
• Provide assistance to the CEO, as and when required
• Provide and present monitoring and evaluation and income reports
• Provide long-term development and growth of the finance and business development function, with a view to recruit and increase personnel
• The successful candidate, in time, will have management, recruitment, and interaction with volunteers

Finance & fundraising development:

• To oversee Savera UK’s finances, to ensure needs and sustainability of services  
• To work closely with the Finance Lead on the  Board, to present quarterly management accounts to the Board of Directors
• Support the CEO to prepare and present the Annual Accounts report
• Ensure Savera is compliant to the financial audit requirements

Management:

• Work with all Savera UK staff, and manage all levels of relationships with clients, stakeholders and partners, that support the organisation to generate and grow income year-on-year
• Represent the charity at presentations, meetings and events related to securing and maintaining new business partnerships and commissioning for the organisation
• Manage all aspects of organisational finance and business development
• To assess and manage all risks related to finance and business development and report to the CEO

General and other:

• To undertake training, as identified and approved by the CEO and Board of Directors
• To carry out any other duties commensurate with the role, as required by the CEO and Board

Review arrangements:

The details contained in this job description reflect the content of this job, at the date of being prepared. It is, however, possible that over time the nature of the job will change. At that time, the CEO/Savera UK Board will expect to revise this job description in consultation with the post holder.

Closing date: 12pm Tuesday 15th June 2021

We encourage all to apply, in particular those from underrepresented groups. Please note that a Disclosure & Barring Service check (DBS) will be required for this post. Savera UK is an Equal Opportunities employer.

Registered address: 151 Dale Street, Liverpool L2 2AH Company Number 7564891 Charity Number 1145564

Please note the successful candidates will be appointed within the salary bracket and the location is flexible with access to a range of regional offices across England.

The Ministry of Justice is a major government department, at the heart of the justice system. We work to protect and advance the principles of justice. Our vision is to deliver a world-class justice system that works for everyone in society. The organisation works together and with other government departments and agencies to bring the principles of justice to life for everyone in society. From our civil courts, tribunals and family law hearings to criminal justice, prison and probation services. We work to ensure that sentences are served, and offenders are encouraged to turn their lives around and become law-abiding citizens. Three of the posts are working for the MOJ with the fourth post appointed within the Home Office (but still part of the tax CoE) on Home Office terms & conditions.

The Tax Centre of Excellence (CoE) was the first CoE to be established and is a central resource for tax advice and services available to government departments. The CoE is made up of the tax teams of the Ministry of Justice (MoJ), Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and Home Office (HO), supported by the Ministry of Defence and the Department for Health and Social Care.

These are specialist roles to deliver an expert and professional tax advice service - producing, clarifying and advising on VAT/tax policy and compliance, interpreting and preparing guidance and providing clear communications on technical issues which are often challenging and complex in nature. Taking a strategic lead to how services are delivered, you will engage and collaborate with colleagues across Government departments including HM Revenue and Customs and HM Treasury driving continuous improvements in tax compliance.

The responsibilities of the Tax and Project Lead will include

• Working collaboratively and leading by example across the Tax Centre of Excellence teams on cross government and HMRC initiatives. Taking a strategic view on tax CoE delivery of cross government tax advisory services as well as delivering continuous improvement are key. You will play an integral part in driving forward the future operating model for the tax CoE in line with the Government Finance strategic framework
• Building effective relationships across a wide range of stakeholders and having regular government department communication, establishing and maintaining a tax community across the sector and raising awareness of key tax issues
• Be project leaders to improve systems and processes in line with tax global principles, ensuring controls and best practice are in place to maintain a strong level of taxation compliance across MoJ, DWP, Home Office and the wider government department sector
• Responsibility for managing relationships with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of future tax CoE aims and objectives
• Lead on producing, clarifying and advising on complex and challenging VAT and tax compliance, providing clear communications and guidance across government
• Increase capability and upskilling – working as part of the centre of excellence, share best practice across the public sector, providing fit for purpose training and ensuring tax is not considered in isolation

Key Skills & Experience

• A strong working knowledge, track record, experience and understanding of either personal tax, business tax, or VAT
• Successful track record leading on continuous tax improvements in both process and compliance including effective up-skilling 
• Confidence in challenging and influencing senior stakeholders
• Good stakeholder and engagement skills with the ability to build and facilitate successful working relationships with both internal and external customers
• Effective communication skills including the ability to translate complex rules into guidance that can be understood across the business and discipline
• Ability to assimilate complex information from both internal and external sources and to provide accurate, complete and timely advice and guidance
• Ability to manage competing priorities, delivering high quality work to demanding timescales
• A willingness to develop further expert knowledge in Tax and VAT, Finance and Government Departments

Desirable Skills

• A good understanding of tax and VAT within Government Departments and Oracle systems and accounting would be useful, but not a necessity
• An experienced finance professional (qualification is desirable but not essential) but must be willing to extend skills and knowledge across taxation

For more information, please apply using the link, or contact Michael Swinburn or Jack White at our retained search agent, Robertson Bell.

At Greenstream Flooring CIC, we relate our success directly to the strength of our management team. To continue operating at our high standards, we are seeking an experienced general manager to join us.  As an ideal candidate, you will be a born leader with previous managerial experience.  You will have proven experience overseeing operations, and potentially human resources, finance, and communications departments, too.  You are an expert communicator with a strong ability to delegate responsibilities and collaborate across a wide range of departments. Ultimately, you are driven by the desire to lead a team toward maximum productivity and efficiency.  Such is the importance of this role you will report directly to the Board.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Contribute to the growth and development of the business
• Managing proactive development plans
• To report monthly to the board of directors using the agreed template and process and any additional issues or feedback
• To oversee induction, training and supervision of all staff, placements, and volunteers
• Management and development of staff members
• To work to agreed budgets and purchasing processes
• Oversight and management of externally funded programs
• To organise resources for projects
• To oversee inventory, ordering products where necessary
• To keep records of relevant data and record KPIs
• To record and update work processes
• Contribute to marketing output
• Ensure health and safety requirements are followed
• To work in conjunction with the finance director to manage credit control
• To oversee our 'take back' scheme of reusing carpet tiles
• To ensure the CRM and project information is up to date and accurate
• To manage day to day activities, including but not limited to; diary planning and management, communicating with all team members, office management, collection of timesheets, following company policies and procedures, using agreed systems.

Person Specification

Essential

• Proven experience in a managerial role
• Strong decision-making capabilities
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and delegation skills
• Proven ability to develop and maintain financial plans
• Ability to delegate, motivate and lead people, and hold employees accountable
• High levels of emotional intelligence
• Able to deal with pressure without adversely affecting the team
• Able to accept constructive feedback
• Adaptable
• Works well within a team
• Full UK driving licence and use of an appropriate vehicle for work purposes
• Committed to promoting the Welsh Language.

Desirable

• Strong working knowledge of operational procedures
• Bachelor’s degree in business management or related field
• Previous performance evaluation experience
• Working knowledge of human resources processes
• Experience of working with volunteers
• An understanding of working within a social enterprise or non-profit sector organisation

We are committed to equality of opportunity and diversity, and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, marital or family status, religious belief, disability, age, race, nationality or sexual orientation.

We are embarking on an ambitious five year strategic plan supported by a transformation programme with £4.9m funding for pioneering growth in this diverse part of the Church of England. We have a creative passionate team who bring many talents and now need a financial leader to pioneer new approaches and ensure ongoing financial sustainability of the Diocese. We are looking for someone who can think strategically, provide technical insight in financial planning, and explain complex financial concepts and challenges to a wide range of audiences.

If you have experience and qualification in a management accountancy role where you have successfully led a team and achieved organisation-wide results – and have energy to join us at this exciting time of change – we would like to hear from you.

The Diocese is currently looking at hybrid working options and this role includes flexibility for partial homeworking. We welcome applications for flexible working.

Closing Date for applications: Thursday 24 June 2021 at 12 noon

Interviews: We plan to hold interviews as part of an assessment centre at Church House, Rotherham on Wednesday 14 July 2021

A newly created role at the forefront of an emerging area of philanthropy in the UK with a new business focus.

The organisation is uniquely placed in the philanthropy fundraising space, with a lot of success at principal gift level over the past few years and significant investment in private fundraising. It’s a great chance to join a growing team, with a focus on securing 6-figure+ gifts.

As Philanthropy Lead you will manage an existing portfolio of identified accounts/individuals who have the capacity to give themselves but also further develop the portfolio by making broader network introductions. You’ll work with financial advisors/donor advised funds to increase audience reach and access to philanthropic support.

This role plays a key position in the team, acting as a mentor for the broader team to support and develop new business skills further. You’ll work closely with the Head of Philanthropy to champion best practice and think strategically about the continual development of board networking and philanthropy strategy.

Job description

As Philanthropy Lead you will:

• Manage an existing portfolio of supporters, securing further support and opportunities to widen networks;
• Drive new business activities that lead to the identification and cultivation of new prospects with the capacity to give 6-figure+ gifts;
• Significantly grow the pipeline, advising/supporting other members of the team to identify opportunities to leverage relationships in their existing portfolios (in the UK and globally);
• Work closely with senior stakeholders (internally and externally) to increase network reach and opportunities for new funding.

Person specification

The role would best suit:

• An experienced philanthropy fundraiser/an individual with a wealth of expertise in HNW client facing positions (e.g. philanthropy advisory/wealth management);
• An individual with experience of securing new six-figure relationships and a passion for new business;
• A proven networker – able to identify new audiences and establish relationships with a focus on long term support.

The closing date for applications is Monday 5 July, please get in touch as soon as possible for further details.

A unique opportunity has arisen for a highly driven manager with strategic experience of working within Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) to lead on an organisational-wide approach to developing and elevating external activities in relation to EDI. 

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in leading on senior stakeholder relationship management and delivering, at pace, programmes that have achieved positive change outcomes. With a proven track record of consistently driving high-quality results within externally facing activities, the successful candidate will have up to date EDI knowledge and demonstrable experience of raising the profile within this setting. The successful candidate will have a passion for working within a charity that focuses on developing young people from all backgrounds to achieve success in work and life.

WorldSkills UK is an independent charity and a partnership between employers, education, and governments. Together, we are using international best practice to raise standards in apprenticeships and technical education so more young people and employers succeed.

We are a proud member of WorldSkills, a global movement of over 80 countries. WorldSkills supports young people across the world via competitions-based training, assessment and benchmarking, with members’ national teams ultimately testing their ability to achieve world-class standards in the biennial ‘skills olympics’. The insights we gain from training as part of this global network help us raise standards across the UK.

At WorldSkills UK, we strongly value diversity and inclusion and recognise that it is critical to our success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all who work with us and strongly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds. WorldSkills UK is an equal opportunities employer that encourages applications from anyone who meets the specific criteria of the post regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender reassignment, marital and civil partnership status, pregnancy, religion or belief or sexual orientation. We particularly encourage applications from those from diverse groups, such as women, members of the BAME and LGBTQ+ communities to join us at WorldSkills UK.

We are a member of the Disability Confident Scheme and guarantee interviews to all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies, and we are committed to making reasonable adjustments at all stages of the recruitment process for candidates to perform to the best of their ability.

Mothers’ Union is a Christian membership organisation with 4 million members in 83 countries and our members have been empowering communities to combat poverty, speak up for social justice and improve wellbeing of those around them for more than 140 years.

Mothers’ Union has always been active in campaigning for social justice, and in recent years has had a particularly strong focus on Gender Based Violence (GBV), for example, through being an accredited NGO for UNCSW, and by members participating each year in the 16 Days of Activism against Gender Based Violence. In 2019, the Worldwide Board approved “Gender Justice” as the overarching area within which MU wanted make an impact through Policy and Advocacy. The onset of the pandemic in 2020 revealed domestic violence in particular as being the “shadow pandemic” around the world, and this became the particular area of focus for MU, which coincided with the Domestic Abuse Bill progressing through the Houses of Parliament in the UK.

Globally, MU was able to attract funding in 2020 specifically to address the issue Domestic Abuse on the ground in Uganda, Myanmar, DRC and Tanzania. The work in Uganda was used as a practical example as part of UNCSW65. In 2021, MU is aiming to develop this work further into longer term, transformational work in 3 countries.

MU is looking for an expert in the field to be able to help Mothers’ Union shape the longer term direction, particularly in Britain and Ireland, as well as working with current staff and member-volunteers to take the “next step up” in engagement in 2021

Mothers’ Union objectives:

• First and foremost, to work towards a world where everyone can thrive, because they live in safety, in an environment of mutual respect
• Secondly, to uplift the voices of our membership to make a real difference, locally, nationally and globally
• Thirdly, by being more visible and proactive, to attract more members and supporters.

This is a 6 month, full-time assignment, with the following deliverables:

Primary focus – Britain and Ireland

• To assess the current situation within MU, and propose and implement a plan for 2021 which is practical in the timescale and enables a campaign across all members as part of 16 Days of activism, as well as a targeted pilot programme for a longer-term approach to begin in a small number of Dioceses/parishes.
• To work with the CEO, Communications and the Steering Group of members to develop an outline strategic and operational plan for the next 3 years (this is likely to be in parallel with the above).
• To assess partner options for campaigning, materials and training, and make recommendations on how these should be used for both short and longer-term actions.
• Either personally or as arranged through partners, to equip members as a whole to be prepared and engaged for the 16 Days of Activism in November, 2021.
• If it is agreed to undertake a pilot project, to scope this out, and work with the CEO to identify participants and set up any necessary training and a process for delivering with the membership.
• To highlight to the communications team opportunities for external messaging (for example aligned to the IC Change campaign)

Secondary focus – Worldwide

NOTE: Engagement in this area will depend on the workload to deliver the Britain and Ireland priorities.

• To help to prepare the October submission for UNCSW66, and to liaise with partners to assess and recommend an engagement strategy for 2022, including possible side and parallel events. This will require engaging also with the Development Team to understand where MU has stories and insights to share.
• To engage with the Development Team to help to shape the outcomes for programme work, when funded and linked to GBV.
• To provide expert support to the Global Advocacy and Policy Advisory group.

Skills & Experience

• Experience of running a programme for change in behaviours in a Church community in the area of VAWG.
• Excellent understanding of the issue of domestic abuse, and a proven ability to advocate against it.
• Strong understanding of the Church and key players in Britain and Ireland.
• An established network of individuals and organisations working in the field of VAWG, both for policy/advocacy and practical work on the ground.
• Commitment to the MU staff values.
• Willingness to work with the MU network of member-volunteers as well as staff to advocate for change.

Work Location

This role is primarily based at our head office in Central London. However, due to the current restrictions on movement, home working option is temporarily made available. Mothers’ Union is looking at a hybrid working solution where staff will be required to work a minimum two days from office in the future. However, there will be occasions where staff will need to work from office for more than the 2 day minimum due to operational requirements of Mothers’ Union.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please apply by sending your CV and a Cover Letter via Charity Jobs. The Cover Letter should clearly outline how your skills match the main responsibilities of the role.

Application Deadline

The closing date for applications is 04th August 2021. Due to the number of applications we receive, we may not be able to individually respond to each applicant. If we do not get in touch with you within 4 weeks from the application deadline, then unfortunately you have not been shortlisted for this position.

Equal Opportunity

Mothers’ Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to create an inclusive environment for all employees.

Glasgow Life is seeking to recruit a new Head of Development and Fundraising, a rare opportunity to oversee an ambitious fundraising strategy for Glasgow’s major cultural, sporting, events and learning offer.

We believe everyone deserves a great Glasgow life. As a charity, we aim to inspire every citizen and visitor to become engaged and active in a city globally renowned for culture and sport. We deliver programmes, experiences and events which support the mental, physical and economic wellbeing of our diverse communities. We are committed to delivering activities in a way that enables all individuals and communities to live a great Glasgow life. We want the people of Glasgow to experience the positive and life-changing benefits of participating in culture and sport at all levels, from classes in local communities to large-scale events which present Glasgow on an international stage. 

At a time when culture and sport will be at the forefront of people’s recovery from the impact of the pandemic, the Head of Development and Fundraising role has never been more important. With overall responsibility for the strategic leadership of the Development Team, you will work closely with colleagues across the organisation to deliver client-centred relationship management to maximise income for the charity. By creating compelling cases for support that demonstrate the impact and reach of Glasgow Life’s work across the city, you will galvanise the huge potential of our campaigns to support everyone in the city to have a great Glasgow life. 

A seasoned and collaborative fundraiser with excellent people management skills, you will be able to demonstrate your ability to deliver sustainable growth. You will have the energy, drive and enthusiasm to achieve results in a fast-paced and large-scale organisation. An accomplished communicator, you will have instant credibility when engaging with both internal and external stakeholders. 

You will also be able to demonstrate:

• An excellent understanding of the fundraising mix (eg statutory grants, grant-making trusts and foundations, major gifts, individual giving, corporate engagement and legacies).

• An outstanding track record in delivering ambitious fundraising initiatives, meeting stretching targets with a small team and budget.

• Direct involvement in developing cases for support to meet specific objectives for restricted and unrestricted funding.

• Extensive experience developing and managing high-quality relationships with high net worth individuals, corporates, charitable trusts and foundations to achieve significant gifts.

• A creative and strategic approach to donor cultivation, audience engagement and long-term planning to develop existing and attracting new audiences.

• The ability to recognise and respond creatively to emerging fundraising/business opportunities.

Glasgow Life offers a generous holiday allowance of 29 days (rising to 34 days after 5 years), plus 6.5 public holidays. You will also be eligible to join the Strathclyde pension fund, one of the largest local authority pension providers in the UK. Additional staff benefits include staff discounts, annual leave purchase scheme, flexible retirement and family friendly policies.

Glasgow Life seeks to reflect the extraordinary diversity of our city at every level of our organisation and in our programmes. We strongly encourage suitably qualified applications from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Glasgow Life. 

The opportunity

We are searching for a Director to lead the organisation in its work to build and support partnerships, campaigns, and communications to accelerate action on mental health around the world. A particular focus of the role will be working with the membership of the Global Mental Health Action Network (GMHAN), leading and managing the GMHAN secretariat function within UnitedGMH. GMHAN is now a network of over 13000 members from over 100 countries. Building on the successful establishment and first three years of the Global Mental Health Action Network - and the Speak Your Mind campaign - this role will develop and strengthen UnitedGMH’s work with the huge range of partners and organisations involved to help achieve better mental health for all.

About You

You are a driven individual who is passionate about mental health and determined to make a difference to the lives of as many people as possible. You will have a proven knowledge and understanding of global health and (preferably) mental health partnerships, campaigns and communications; a network of contacts in relevant areas at national and global level; and an ability to develop and execute partnerships, campaigns and communications strategies to achieve change through working collaboratively with a wide variety of stakeholders across government, international organisations, civil society, the private sector, the media, research and academica. 

Duties:

Partnerships, Campaigns, and Communications

• Global Mental Health Action Network: supported by the UnitedGMH team and external stakeholders, and working with the GMHAN Advisory Group and GMHAN members, lead the development and ongoing strategy and delivery of the work of GMHAN; provide partnerships, campaigns and communications expertise to the network and relevant initiatives with partners to achieve change at global and national level. 

• Oversee the GMHAN secretariat function (led by the GMHAN partnerships officer): regular meetings of the GMHAN Advisory Group and the wider membership; recruitment of and support to members; the CRM database; the communications channels of GMHAN; and grant management and reporting for GMHAN.

• Strategy: Ensure the development, implementation, monitoring and reporting of UnitedGMH partnerships, campaigns and communications strategies and activities against agreed outcomes in order to support the global mental health community to increase political support at global and national level for mental health. 

• Speak Your Mind and other campaign partnerships: continue to develop and support work in partnership with the Speak Your Mind network of partners around the world and other campaign partnerships.

• Representation: Oversee strategic relationships with mental health partnership organisations, campaigns and communications stakeholders; represent UnitedGMH within the Global Mental Health Action Network.

• Management: Oversee partnerships, campaigns, and communications staff and consultants. 

Management and Administration

• Senior Management: support the CEO and the team to ensure the Charity's operations and  resources are managed in accordance with policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and good practice in all aspects of the Charity’s work. 

• UnitedGMH and American Friends of UnitedGMH Board engagement: support the CEO and the team in reporting to the UnitedGMH board and the American Friends of UnitedGMH.

• Line manage: partnerships, campaigns and communications staff and consultants.

• Strategy: support the CEO and team in the overall development of the charity’s strategy; and lead the development, implementation and evaluation of the charity’s strategy for partnerships, campaigns and communications.

• Reporting: support the CEO and team to ensure the development of papers for board meetings, donor reports and annual charity reporting and ensure timely submission.

• Financial Management: support the CEO and team to ensure the development of the annual budget and ensure effective monitoring and management of resources; lead and oversee the budget and reporting for partnerships, campaigns and communications.

• UnitedGMH communications: oversee communications for the promotion of UnitedGMH as an organisation and its work across all stakeholders including the media; line manage communications staff and consultants accordingly. 

• UnitedGMH partnerships: oversee partnerships across UnitedGMH as an organisation to ensure strong and ongoing collaboration across all stakeholders with a particular focus on civil society and the private sector (and working with the Policy, Advocacy, and Financing Director on governments and multinationals and with the Independent Monitoring & Accountability Director on research and academia).

Fundraising

• Strategy: support the Head of Fundraising with the development and delivery of the charity’s fundraising strategy; ensure it has a clear and regularly updated strategy for fundraising for partnerships, campaigns and communications work developed in collaboration with the Head of Fundraising; secure sufficient funding to cover the partnerships, communications and campaigns area of work; and support the organisation to secure sufficient funding for its work as a whole. 

• Identify new funding opportunities and lead on pitches to donors with the support of the team. Ensure the charity fulfills donor reporting requirements and manages donor stewardship effectively.

• Maintain and strengthen relationships with UnitedGMH donors.

Representation

• Represent UnitedGMH as required both in private and public settings.

• Relationship building and management: actively build relationships with key stakeholders particularly as related to partnerships, communications and campaigns work. 

Other duties that may be required by the CEO and board of trustees.

Essential attributes and experience

• Extensive management-level experience relevant to the role

• Knowledge and understanding of global health with a network of contacts

• An ability to develop and execute partnerships, campaigns, and communications strategies to achieve change at the highest levels of government and international organisations working with a wide variety of stakeholders

• Experience of working in global health and/or international development partnerships, campaigns and communications at global and country level

• A proven ability to build and develop partnerships and initiatives to promote collaborative working 

• Strong team working orientation, with the ability and social skills to work collaboratively with staff at all levels and all parts of the organisation

• An ability to inspire and lead teams internal and external to your organisation

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent presentation and persuasion skills, both spoken and written

• Political sensitivity and ability to apply good judgment in decision making

• High level of initiative, efficiency, and self-motivation

• Experience working in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment

• Successful track record in developing and executing programme funding proposals and securing 5 figure fundraising gifts

Desirable attributes and experience

• Fluency in at least one additional language beyond English is strongly desired

• A proven track record in developing and executing strategies to achieve partnerships, campaigns and communications goals in support of better mental health

• Knowledge and understanding of mental health, a network of mental health contacts around the world, and an ability to develop and execute strategies to achieve change on mental health at the highest levels of government and international organisations working with a wide variety of stakeholders.

• Familiar with, and a champion of, partnerships, campaigns and communications informed by global and national experts including People With Lived Experience of mental health conditions. 

• Experience of working in mental health and/or international development a country level

• Knowledge of partnerships, campaigns and communications for mental health

• Successful track record in developing and executing programme funding proposals and securing 6 figure fundraising gifts

Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted on a rolling basis so please do not hesitate to register your interest. 

This is a global remote role and you must already have the right to work in the country where you are based.

The Essex Recovery Foundation (ERF) is recruiting a Programme Director.

The Essex Recovery Foundation is a community-led charity with a unique opportunity to use our lived experience of addiction to improve recovery services. Essex County Council has agreed to work with ERF to reform local commissioning around the needs and outcomes of the recovery community, with the eventual aim of transferring its drug and alcohol service contracts to ERF for us to manage and procure. This means we can shape the system so that it provides what the recovery community really needs. 

ERF will be a four-day week organisation, with all staff working 0.8 FTE. We are flexible about the pattern of work.

This role, funded by the National Lottery Community Fund, is an opportunity for an outstanding leader to improve recovery outcomes in Essex and to pilot and scale a new way of commissioning that puts the community at its heart. The keys to success in this role will be an ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders, to think strategically and combine flexibility with tenacity.

We are looking for individuals with significant professional experience within the UK charity, social enterprise, and public sectors, and a background in the drug and alcohol sector is desirable.

For more information on this excellent opportunity, please download a copy of the recruitment pack.

If you believe you have the right qualities and experience for this pioneering role, please visit our website to apply.  

Closing date: 10am on Wednesday 14th July 2021