Jordanhill School celebrated its centenary in 2020. It is one of Scotland’s most successful schools, acclaimed by the Good Schools Guide and ranked 1st in Scotland every year by the Sunday Times. The School launched a major fund-raising strategy 3 years ago linked to the centenary and the wider aspirations of the school. The Director of Development will play a lead role in developing and progressing this strategy, following a period of recent interruption.

We seek a dynamic individual who may come from a variety of occupational backgrounds. You will be expected to exercise considerable initiative in establishing, developing, and growing our development function. You will play a significant role in maintaining and developing the ethos of the School by cultivating excellent relationships with all members of the School community.

Experience in a fundraising, marketing or charity environment is essential. An education to degree level or equivalent is desirable. You will be able to demonstrate professionalism and personal effectiveness in all your dealings. You will have been involved in writing and editing creative fundraising or marketing materials and have experience of planning, organising, or supporting successful events. Ideally you will also have experience of a Customer Relationship Management System used in the fundraising industry and current knowledge of the legislation pertaining to fundraising and data protection is also highly desirable.

The Role

The Director of Development will be a key member of the school’s Development Core Team along with the Rector, Bursar and Depute Bursar and will work closely with these colleagues and others in delivering the school’s development strategy. You will play a significant role in maintaining and developing the ethos of Jordanhill School by cultivating excellent relationships with all members of the School community.

The Director of Development’s responsibilities and duties cover three main areas:

1. Fundraising and Finance

2. Marketing and Customer Relations

3. Alumni Relations

From time-to-time other reasonable tasks and responsibilities may be assigned to the Director of Development by the Rector or the Board of Managers. A flexible approach to working hours will be expected of the Director of Development to cater for variable events, travel, and meetings out of hours.

For full details on the job specification, please see the attached Information Pack

We are recruiting for a Business Development Director, who can help Raw Material to develop new self-sustaining income strands, new partnerships, and lead on our communications and brand. We are looking for someone to invigorate, challenge and  diversify our ideas and create new opportunities for our organisation, developing our business model.

Raw Material is a Brixton-based creative arts and music centre for young people and adults, working in Lambeth and across London. The extensive and inclusive programme maintains access for those with the greatest needs and our ethos places positive transformation at the forefront of creative pursuits.

We believe that arts and music, delivered in a socially and culturally relevant way, have the power to positively change and shape people’s lives. Our base in Brixton houses recording studios, a band rehearsal space, a production suite and DJ booths, and our work takes place here as well as in the community, in hospitals, in museums, with voluntary and community organisations, in schools and colleges, and beyond.

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Chief Officer

37.5 hours per week

PO4 £39,880 to PO5 £44,863

.BTM is a Bradford based well established charity and company limited by guarantee.  Over 30 years it has gained a national reputation for providing accessible information in a wide range of formats; working closely with disadvantaged and disabled people, supporting their challenge,  inclusion, choice and skills development through our workgroups.

To be successful in this role, you should be thoughtful, values driven leader and a confident decision-maker, supporting our teams to develop and enhance their skills and be productive. You will have business experience and be able to evidence your work in building a business through social enterprise. You will ensure our charity stays buoyant and play a key role in developing its programmes of work in line with our values.

CHIEF OFFICER: BTM

BTM is a Bradford based well established charity and company limited by guarantee. Over the last 30 years it has gained a national reputation for providing accessible information in a wide range of formats for many disadvantaged communities, working closely with members of those communities. Our long standing and well respected CO, Sue Crowe, is retiring in the summer 2022 and the Management Committee wishes to appoint a successor to start in the spring/summer of 2022.

Responsibilities will include:

As the face of the charity seeking out developing and maintaining effective working arrangements with local and national organisations in line with strategy and goals for growth developed with the Management Committee.

Managing the organisation and staff team day to day to fulfil all these contracts and social enterprise work, ensuring the charity complies with all legal requirements and promotes our values which are rooted in the social model of disability.

Reporting regularly to the Management Committee on operations and financial performance

• Being the face of the charity and its principal ambassador
• Promoting our values which are rooted in the social model of disability
• Work closely with the Operations Manager to ensure the smooth running of all our contracts and social enterprise work
• Supporting the Management Committee and acting as Company Secretary
• In consultation with the Management Committee designing strategy and setting goals for growth
• Controlling budgets and optimizing expenditure
• Liaising with the Finance Officer for reporting and banking
• Facilitating the implementation of our strategic objectives
• Seeking out, developing and maintaining effective working relationships with local and national organisations and individuals to promote the work of our charity
• Ensuring legal compliance in all aspects of the charities work
• Leading by example, instilling a culture of professionalism and inclusion, supported by coaching, training and development
• Ensuring employees are supported and efficient.

Job brief:

We are looking for a Chief Officer to oversee all staff, budgets and operations of the charity and company limited by guarantee BTM.

The CO’s responsibilities include working with the Management Committee and members to formulate overall strategy, managing people and implementing policies. To be successful in this role, you should be a thoughtful, values driven leader and a confident decision-maker, helping our people develop, enhance their skills and be productive, while ensuring our charity stays buoyant and develops its programmes of work in line with our values.

Ultimately, you’ll actively support our charity and company to grow and thrive. You will maintain a comprehensive network of contacts and seek to work with the wider sector across our district both on disability and the wider accessible information needs market.

Further Responsibilities:

• Seek out and implement opportunities for innovation and ensure that BTM remains at the forefront of positive change in the delivery of accessible information and opportunities for disabled people
• Oversee day-to-day operations
• Design strategy and set goals for growth
• Maintain budgets and optimize expenses
• Set policies (with the Management Committee) and develop processes to ensure their implementation
• Ensure employees work efficiently,  and develop professionally
• Oversee recruitment, support and training of new employees
• Be responsible for the development and delivery of the charity’s agreed business plan
• Evaluate and improve operations and financial performance
• Direct the employee assessment process
• Prepare regular reports for the voluntary Management Committee
• Ensure staff work in line with health and safety regulations and we are compliant with DBS and safeguarding
• Provide solutions to issues (e.g.  Conflicts, margin decline, competition.)

Essential Requirements:

Proven and demonstrable skills as a CO or similar executive role

Proven and demonstrable skills in planning and budgeting

Good understanding of local networks and relationships between statutory and voluntary sector.

Proven and demonstrable skills in business process and functions (finance, HR, procurement, operations etc.)

Knowledge of charity compliance and working with the VCS

Strong analytical ability

Excellent communication skills

Outstanding organizational and leadership skills

Problem-solving aptitude

That candidates chosen for interview visit BTM (or meet via zoom or equivalent) and talk with the current Chief Officer; Sue Crowe

Desirable Requirements:

BSc/BA or equivalent in business other relevant field.

MSC/MA

Good working knowledge of the Social Model of Disability

The Membership Engagement Officer will work closely with our Membership Manager and with other colleagues across the organisation in order to ensure that our members receive a high level of service and to support the delivery of the activities that underpin our membership offering.

You will have experience in a membership role, or perhaps you have worked in an administrative or customer service role within a membership body or professional association. You will be able to work collaboratively as part of a small team providing an excellent service to our members.This is an exciting opportunity to get involved in the range of processes and activities in the membership life cycle and to support in documenting and streamlining our processes and procedures.

What will you get in return?

• Attractive terms & conditions including 32 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays, 3 months fully paid sickness and income protection insurance.
• The opportunity to work as part of a small, agile and dynamic team where everyone's opinion counts.
• Flexible working arrangements - hybrid working model.
• A fun, close-knit and supportive team.

Recruitment timetable

Closing date:                Monday 24 January 2022 at 12pm

Video interviews: Wednesday 2 February and Thursday 3 February 2022

Application process

For further details about the BAcC and this role, please see the candidate pack available on our website. To apply for the role, please submit your CV and a supporting statement outlining how you meet the person specification by 12pm on 24 January 2022.

Main Responsibilities:

• Acting as the first point of contact for all members and prospective members, taking enquiries via telephone, email and the website, and ensuring that members receive an effective, cheerful and responsive service.
• With the Membership Manager, to manage the member lifecycle, from student engagement, admissions and registration, insurance arrangements, payments and refunds, new member communications, member queries, the membership renewal process, and exit interviews.
• Assist with the development and execution of membership recruitment and retention strategies, and support with ad hoc initiatives such as membership engagement surveys, market research, and competitor analysis.
• Provide administrative support for various committees including the Membership Services Committee, the Professional Standards and Regulatory Committee and the Governing Board, including organising committee/board meeting dates, circulating papers and taking minutes.
• Support the Membership Manager with admissions and registrations processes, including liaising with assessors and internal colleagues in the organisation of interviews and needle points tests.
• Support the Membership Manager with ensuring that subscription direct debits are received and managing the direct debit run process.
• Update and maintain the BAcC membership database, ensuring the data inputted is accurate and that members’ contact details are updated in a timely manner.
• Ensure that membership data is collected, stored and processed in a GDPR compliant way and that retention and data security processes are adhered to.
• Issuing all necessary membership documents as required, including student welcome packs.
• With the Membership Manager, create, review, streamline and document processes and procedures for a range of activities in the membership function.

About You

You will have:

• Experience in a membership role, or administrative / customer service experience within a membership organisation or professional association.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with and quickly build rapport with members and other stakeholders.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to act as an ambassador for the BAcC.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, including an excellent telephone manner.
• Excellent IT Skills, including use of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher) and database/CRM systems
• Ability to make administrative decisions on a day-to-day basis and to provide insight to enable informed judgements to be made.
• The ability to work as part of a team and willingness to assist wherever is necessary and to work effectively with colleagues in order to achieve a shared goal.
• The ability to analyse data and produce reports.
• Absolute discretion and understanding of confidentiality

We are looking for candidates who have some understanding of acupuncture and believe that it is a valid healthcare choice.

About the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC)

The BAcC is the leading self-regulatory body for the practice of traditional acupuncture in the UK. We are a member-led organisation with traditional acupuncturist members, governed by a Governing Board. The specialist staff team deliver membership services and support members to maintain professional standards. We provide our members with a wide range of services to facilitate their practice and we also act for the traditional acupuncture profession as a whole.

We are open to job share working proposals, which should be included in your supporting statement.

If you are experienced in website development and content management, are creative and collaborative and passionate about what you do, we’d love to hear from you as you could be just the person we need to join our team based in Poole.

You will have knowledge of using Drupal CMS and optimising website user experience by implementing new features, functionality and design.

You will need to be highly organised and able to work independently to tight timescales. You will be responsible for the website content development plan incorporating design, creative and functional improvements, leading and managing content audits, writing content and developing new features and working across the communications team to implement integrated marketing campaigns.  You will also use your creative skills to support the wider Fundraising teams with their digital website needs including event promotion and fundraising campaigns across Dorset and Wiltshire.

Some occasional travel to Wiltshire will be required and you will be flexible to cover some evening and weekend work, therefore a full driving licence and use of a car for business purposes would be an advantage.  Consideration will be given to flexible working arrangements.

We offer 30 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays and a generous pension scheme, amongst our benefits.

Closing date: 06/02/2022( the charity may elect to both interview & select candidates before this date)

 Interview date:  to be agreed

The above post will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check.

Julia’s House is a Sunday Times Top 100 Best Not-For-Profit Organisations to Work For and has received their award for 10 years’ commitment to better workplaces

Registered Charity No. 1067125.

Julia’s House is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and our aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our clients, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. Based on our current staffing profile, we have identified that there is an under-representation of: (a) individuals of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds, so would especially welcome BAME applicants for any of our vacant positions; and (b) males, so we would welcome male applicants for any of our vacant positions and especially for any care and nursing roles.  We also welcome applications from people living with a disability.

Purpose of the post:

The Chief Executive provides strong and inspirational leadership to develop and deliver our strategic vision and navigate us through a rapidly changing environment.

The Chief Executive, working with the Board of Trustees, will lead the Hospice whilst building and maintaining excellent working relationships with key stakeholders, role modelling the Hospice values both internally and externally.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• An inspirational leader, creating an environment and culture where best practice, governance, relationships and professional development of staff and volunteers flourish.
• Be accountable to the Board of Trustees for the overall leadership, management, performance, governance, and development of KEMP Hospice.
• Build and nurture effective relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders and providers and act as an ambassador for the Hospice.
• Work with the Board of Trustees to develop and implement the strategic plan, ensuring alignment with the short- and long-term objectives.
• Lead all operational activities to ensure effective, efficient, and safe running of KEMP Hospice, meeting all clinical, statutory, financial, regulatory and legal requirements.
• Work closely with the Board of Trustees and Senior Team to continuously improve palliative and bereavement care services for patients and clients, and to extend the reach to those whose need is greatest, responding to changing community needs and individual’s requirements.
• Ensure income streams and financial controls are developed and maintained which provide ongoing financial security of the Hospice.

Strategic:

• Provide visionary leadership within KEMP, ensuring the Hospice achieves its mission, values and charitable objects.
• Develop the strategic direction of the Hospice, in collaboration with the Board of Trustees and Senior Team.
• Build effective strategic partnerships and relationships with key stakeholders locally to improve end of life care in the Wyre Forest as well as regionally.
• Maintain a high level of up-to-date knowledge of national, regional and local end of life and healthcare strategy.
• Maintain a strong governance framework for KEMP to meet external legal, regulatory, and clinical requirements, including Charity Commission Guidance, the Charity Governance Code and the Care Quality Commission Standards.
• Develop and maintain a culture and environment where KEMP’s people feel motivated, and which promotes learning and development of staff and volunteers.

Operational:

• Act as an inspirational role model always, internally and externally as ambassador, demonstrating KEMP’s values and seeking opportunities to raise awareness and increase the profile of the Hospice.
• Recruit, lead and manage the Senior Team, ensuring their professional performance and development needs are addressed and that the culture of a learning organisation, delivering high quality services permeates through the hospice.
• Ensure the Hospice has robust financial management processes in place, including budgeting, reporting, and monitoring arrangements.
• Ensure that the necessary funds are raised to maintain the viability of the Hospice.
• Ensure the Hospice provides high quality, effective and efficient services, meeting the standards required of regulatory bodies.
• Seek ongoing improvements in services to meet the changing needs of the Wyre Forest community, regularly reviewing staffing structures to ensure they support service development.
• Ensure that KEMP has effective risk management and audit systems in place.
• Ensure that incidents and complaints are fully investigated and that learning from them is implemented effectively.
• Ensure that professional policies and procedures are developed, implemented and maintained to deliver safe, high-quality services an operations across KEMP.
• Ensure effective performance review and appraisal systems are in place, providing staff with ongoing learning and development, enabling them to deliver their contributions to the Hospice objectives.
• Create a culture that supports the retention and recruitment of high calibre, motivated staff and volunteers.

Key Working Relationships:

• Chair and Board of Trustees
• Senior Team
• All other staff and volunteers
• Key local partners
• Care Quality Commission
• Commissioners within Herefordshire & Worcestershire Integrated Care System
• KEMP House Trust Board of Trustees
• Peers at local, regional, national Hospices and other providers and charities
• Supporters and local businesses

Ambassador & Celebrity Officer

Contract Type: Fixed Term
Location: Home Based in London and the South East
Salary: £20,644 - £22,544 - actual per annum (depending on skills and experience) (+ London Allowance of £3,600 if applicable)
Working Hours: 28 per week

Closing Date: 03 February 2022
Interview Date: Wednesday 9 February

Please note the deadline for submitting applications for this vacancy is 5.00pm on the closing date

Alzheimer's Society is the UK's leading dementia charity. We provide information and support, improve care, fund research, and create lasting change for people affected by dementia.

About the role

Alzheimer’s Society is here for anyone affected by dementia to help them navigate some of the hardest and most frightening times of their lives, to provide help and hope for those who need us.

We provide support, practical advice and ‘navigation’ to others that can help. Together with people affected by dementia, we are a force for change - using research and influencing to push for breakthroughs that will help people affected live better lives.

Alzheimer’s Society receives support from a large number of high-profile, influential stakeholders and celebrities across all sectors. These include names you will be familiar with from the entertainment industry alongside eminent clinicians, philanthropists, politicians and business leaders.

We are looking for an energetic, proactive Ambassador & Celebrity Officer to join our Marketing and Communications directorate at an exciting time in terms of tackling the challenge of dementia, helping influence the future of social care, and in the lead-up to the launch of the Society’s new ambitious strategy. The directorate is responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction to the Alzheimer’s Society’s marketing and communications functions to build emotional engagement and impact among our external audiences, and to champion the needs of people affected by dementia.

About you

As the Ambassador & Celebrity Officer, you will support senior members of the Ambassador & Celebrity Team in implementing the stakeholder strategy and will be responsible for providing administrative support to assist the team in broadening the Society’s reach and level of influence.

You will have first class administrative, research, and data management skills and demonstrate great attention to detail with the ability to prioritise effectively.

You will possess a good understanding of the value of high-profile support from Ambassadors and celebrities, and be skilled at building mutually beneficial relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders.

If you're interested in being part of this exciting future, we want to hear from you. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications for all people. If you are considering applying, and something is holding you back – just give us a call, we love to talk!

Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society.

You may have experience of the following: Ambassador, Client Relationships, External Relationships, Partnership Manager, Marketing and Communications, Charity, NFP, Third Sector etc.

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The My Sighted Guide Community Development Officer helps people with sight loss to live the life they choose by supporting the growth of the My Sighted Guide Service, expanding reach and flexibility through the community partner model and identifying opportunities to work in new ways. They deliver training to the friends and family of people with sight loss and to external partners, providing user friendly and appropriate services to communities.

This role is 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, with 26 days paid holiday (excluding bank holidays) a year.

We offer a generous pension scheme, life assurance and enhanced pay for parenting and sickness leave. In addition, we provide an Employee Assistance Programme, flexible benefits package and discounts and cashback scheme to care for our people.

We recognise that the world looks a little bit different since the pandemic. Therefore, we’re committed to enabling our staff to work where best suits the needs of the individual, their team and the organisation. For this role, there will be opportunities to work from home as well as the office. We want our staff to flourish and work in environments which maximises their potential and best serves our stakeholders.

Candidate requirements

To be able to fulfil this role, the skills and experience we are looking for in a potential candidate include;

Essential

• Proven experience of volunteer management, supervision, and development.
• Experience of delivering training to groups and individuals in different formats.
• Experience of delivering successful project outcomes with an understanding of the importance of monitoring and evaluation.
• Track record in influencing, building and sustaining relationships to achieve results.
• Relevant and recent knowledge of safeguarding practices including safer recruitment.

Desirable

• Demonstrates an understanding of visual impairment issues and service requirements.
• Demonstrates a knowledge of additional needs.
• Experience of working within the voluntary sector.
• Experience of grants/contract management.
• An understanding of the Visually Impaired sector.

For the complete list of essential and desirable criteria necessary to be successful in this role please see the Person Specification within the Job Description below. The candidate pack contains more information about this role & the recruitment process at Guide Dogs.

If you are successful you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. We cannot provide sponsorship for this role.

How to apply

Applications need to be made using the online application form, accessed using the ‘apply’ button above.

As part of your application ensure you provide evidence and examples of how your skills & experience meet the criteria as set out in the attached job description.

The system has a one-hour time limit. We would advise you to prepare your answers separately and then copy and paste into the online form once finalised. If any mandatory fields are missed, a pop-up box will appear at the top of the page advising which sections require completion.

Please note that you’ll have to upload a CV as this is a mandatory requirement as part of our Safer Recruitment Policy.

Guide Dogs follow Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding the vulnerable people we work with. As part of this, we require a full work history with any gaps accounted for & a minimum of 2 professional referee details fully covering the past 5 years. If there is not enough space in your application form to provide this information, please ensure you upload additional documentation containing the additional detail.

We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.

Diversity
Guide Dogs welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively encourages diversity to maximise achievements, creativity and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability or nationality. We encourage applications from people with disabilities as they are currently under-represented in the organisation and guarantee an invitation to interview for all applicants with disabilities who demonstrate, within their application form, sufficient evidence to meet the essential criteria for the job.

Safeguarding
Guide Dogs is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk of harm with whom we work. We expect all our employees and volunteers to fully share this commitment.

Development Research Officer – (Maternity cover) 

Manchester Metropolitan University is a thriving modern University located in the heart of a global city. We are committed to ensuring that talented people from diverse backgrounds have access to an unrivalled education and delivering research with impact.

The Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) team supports the strategic priorities of the University by raising significant donations from alumni, friends, companies and trusts and foundations and harnessing the expertise and goodwill of our stakeholder communities.

The Development Research Officer plays an instrumental role in improving our knowledge and understanding of the supporter and stakeholder communities and ensuring  donations and influence are realised to their potential.

The role

We are seeking a Development Research Officer (maternity cover), who will play a key role in developing and delivering the identification of, and research into, potential supporters, partners and influencers. This will include individuals, trusts, foundations and companies, with a view to maximising support for the University's priority fundraising projects and enabling colleagues in both alumni relations and development to reach their goals.

This post is an opportunity to make a real difference towards fundraising for transformational initiatives including the First Generation campaign, a scholarship programme which aims to break down barriers to higher education and provide scholarship support for 1,000 young people who will be the first in their family to go to university.

You will also identify potential supporters for our impactful research and senior alumni that could help support our alumni volunteering and ambassador programmes.

The ideal candidate

You will have proven experience of delivering high quality research, ideally in a similar setting in higher education or within a charity. You will have excellent written, listening and verbal communication skills and be comfortable working with a number of fundraisers closely to proactively develop their pool of donors and prospective donors.

Ideally you will have recent experience of implementing prospect research strategies, or applicable transferable skills in a similar area of gathering and cross-referencing high quality information from a wide range of sources in a timely manner and will be able to demonstrate effective use of CRM databases. 

Tenacity and the ability to use your own initiative is a must in this role, whilst having the flexibility to work in a close-knit team on a number of projects at any one time. 

This is an excellent opportunity for someone wishing to develop their career in higher education fundraising within a dynamic and growing team. 

Interviews will be held on Friday 28th January.

Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We promote applications from all sections of the community, irrespective of background, belief or identity, recognising the benefits that a diverse organisation can bring. We particularly encourage applications from Black and Minority Ethnic candidates, who we recognise are underrepresented in this area.

We recognise the benefits and importance of an environment that supports flexible working and are open to conversations about this throughout the application process.

Closing date: 23 January 2022

Ferne Animal Sanctuary is seeking an inspirational and creative leader who can build on the excellent work of our outgoing CEO. You will be a passionate advocate of animal welfare with extensive experience of charity operations. A confident public speaker, central to this role is to advocate for the charity and its objectives and our cause.

You will be able to demonstrate:

• Inspirational leadership
• Excellent people management skills
• Financial acumen and budget holder experience
• Experience of working in an animal welfare environment
• Experience of writing and delivering business plans and strategies
• Strong fundraising background

The successful candidate will lead the senior management team and take overall responsibility for the operation of the sanctuary ensuring it is managed efficiently and effectively. Central to the role will be the ability to grow income for the sanctuary to meet current and future needs.

This role will offer you a fantastic opportunity to lead a dynamic team through Diversity Role Models (DRM)'s next phase of growth and innovation. 

DRM has experienced dramatic growth since we established the charity in 2011. Today we have delivered 5,000+ student workshops to over 130,000 young people in primary and secondary schools and colleges in the UK and our next CEO will be the catalyst to help us grow towards meeting our ambitious aspirations. 

Every one of us involved in the leadership and governance of Diversity Role Models shares a passion for equality and diversity; we are committed to improving life chances for young people across UK schools. We will look to our new CEO to seize the opportunity to review what we can do to improve our delivery and growth, whilst leveraging the high standards, excellent training, strong facilitators and inspirational role models we have in place today.

Role purpose

To act as a key spokesperson, ambassador and figurehead to promote and develop the vision and mission.

To build and strengthen external relationships to build organisational voice, reputation and income.

To build, mentor and develop a robust and effective Senior Leadership Team.

Key responsibilities

Working with the Board of Trustees, to design and implement the strategic plan for DRM.

To ensure that DRM is able to innovate and respond quickly and effectively to external initiatives and potential partnership opportunities.

To ensure DRM has an ambitious, diversified and sustainable fundraising strategy to secure income. 

To represent DRM across all sectors of the economy by proactively networking and advocating, developing links and partnerships that will generate income for the charity and help raise our profile. 

To inspire, mentor and lead the team, overseeing all operational activities and monitoring and reporting to the Board on performance against objectives. 

To attend, contribute and participate in Trustee meetings and keep the Board abreast of any matters which are considered to present significant opportunities, risks or on which further guidance is required.

To proactively identify and build opportunities to improve and evolve.

To oversee and enhance the organisation’s brand and reputation, including ensuring an effective marketing and communications strategy is in place. 

To identify and build partnerships that will enable Diversity Role Models to tackle bullying and create equal opportunities for young people across the United Kingdom.

Person specification

• Experience of strategic leadership in an organisation where income generation and profile raising are key features 
• Experience of identifying and securing new income streams to enable strategic growth 
• Experience of developing/achieving strategic plans whilst overseeing a wide range of shorter term operational demands 
• Leadership experience with the ability to inspire, develop and motivate teams 
• Experienced public speaker with good presentation and networking skills 
• Experience or an understanding of the opportunities and challenges of leading a third sector organisation 
• Experience of inspiring, enthusing and developing external relationships that deliver results 
• Experience of identifying and building partnerships with external stakeholders, in particular, a history of securing and commercialising corporate relationships 
• Evidence of ability to drive and grow organisational performance 
• Knowledge of the education sector and an understanding of the unique challenges of working with schools 

You will find information about the charity and our work, our structure and the type of leader we're looking for to drive forward our growth and shape our future, in our Recruitment Pack.

We want this to be a two way process and we hope that whilst we are getting to know you that you are also able to learn about DRM. Inclusive Recruiting are supporting us with this important role. Please feel free to reach out to Priya Cinar in the Inclusive Recruiting team with any questions.

There is a director-shaped hole at Southall Black Sisters. Will you be the one to fill it?

Southall Black Sisters is looking for an exceptional woman with that mix of political vision and management & people skills which will ensure that the organisation retains and grows its iconic place in anti-racist, anti-fundamentalist, feminist politics, and provides an exemplary advocacy service to Black and minoritised women.

Originally set up in 1979, Southall Black Sisters has become a household name. Based in West London but with a national reach and reputation for its landmark legal interventions, its contributions to changes in policy through targeted campaigns and its unique approach to casework and advocacy have brought hope and freedom to countless women who have walked through its doors.

In 1983, we set up a not-for-profit advice, campaigning, resource, and advocacy centre for Black and minoritised women, defending women’s rights and freedoms, with a particular focus on challenging all forms of violence against women, especially in relation to South Asian women. We have been in the forefront of the fight to support migrant women whose escape from domestic violence is complicated by harsh immigration rules and the absence of state benefits.

Be prepared to challenge the state, community leaders, and all patriarchal and racist institutions in support of the women who come to our centre. You should bring substantial experience in a management role, including 5 years at a senior level. You should be committed to our values and have the experience and confidence to present our case to a range of external bodies, including the media and government. You should be able to demonstrate evidence of strategic leadership, and an ability to manage change, and inspire staff teams.

Due to the nature of our work the post is open to women only (exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1). We particularly welcome applications from Black and minoritised women.

We're looking for a Development Officer to become part of our fundraising team to help grow our income and develop the work of the Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust (YDMT). As a small charity doing big things to support the people, landscape and wildlife of the Dales we enjoy an excellent reputation as a 'doing' organisation which makes a real difference to people’s lives.  

This role will help to develop new funding streams and support the development of projects to meet the changing charitable needs of this special area. 

About Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust

Over the last 24 years we have delivered diverse and inspirational projects. Our vital work has helped to plant 1.5 million trees and secure the future of more than 750 hectares of wildflower hay meadows, creating habitats for our wildlife and combatting climate change. We’re passionate about inspiring disadvantaged groups and future generations to care for this special part of the world.

Over the next three years we will aim to sustain and grow our annual voluntary income above £1m. To achieve this, we need to look after our individual supporters, philanthropists, and corporate partners to a very high level, inspiring them to continue to make regular donations and multi-year commitments.

We need to grasp this moment in time, by further raising our great reputation to highlight our ability to help tackle climate change, biodiversity loss and connect more people with our natural and built environment.

The Role

We are looking for someone who is passionate about our work and able to build strong relationships with our supporters, including corporate partners, philanthropists and Trust and Foundations. You should be able to demonstrate experience of successful business development and/or fundraising. More important is your ability to work within our culture – which means being creative, caring, honest and enabling.

We believe the role of Development Officer with YDMT will be a highly rewarding one, and a real opportunity for someone to develop their fundraising skills in a fantastic organisation whilst benefiting this wonderful area and its communities.

To apply please submit your CV and cover letter.

Closing date for applications is Tues 1st Feb 2022, 5pm.

Interviews to held on Tues 8th Feb 2022.

Post Title:Executive Director   

Accountable to: Chair and Trustees of London Arts in Health Forum

Salary: £47,000 pro-rata

Time commitment: Part-time, three days a week. 

Location: Hybrid working: a combination of office and team-working based (8, Botolph Alley, EC3R 8DR) with homeworking. The ability to travel for meetings and speaking engagements when necessary. 

Access and equality:  

London Arts and Health is committed to being an inclusive employer and contractor, welcoming staff and consultants from various backgrounds and all protected characteristics. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals currently underrepresented in arts and health, including disabled people and racially minoritised candidates. In compliance with the Equality Act, we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet all the essential criteria.

Background:  

London Arts and Health (LAH) is a registered charity that creates and promotes opportunities for the arts to reach everyone in society – regardless of their health or personal circumstances. It has two primary focuses - creating opportunities for people experiencing health and care needs to engage with the arts and raising awareness of the health and wellbeing benefits of engaging with high-quality creative activities.

We believe that participating in the arts and offering routes to using creativity makes a crucial difference to the health and wellbeing of individuals and society. LAH is a central pillar in the fast-emerging world of arts and health. LAH has been at the forefront of this work for many years and is widely respected for its support to individual artists, patients and service users, health professionals, and the wider public. The organisation works collaboratively in everything it does, partnering with a vast range of stakeholders to increase the impact the arts can have on the health of everyone in society. 

People with acknowledged health needs (mental and physical) are traditionally excluded from the arts. Yet, research increasingly indicates that engaging in creative activity has wide-ranging health and wellbeing benefits. LAH exists to challenge traditional inequalities by generating more and better arts experiences for everyone.

Over the past three years, the Charity has seen a complete overhaul with a new name, rebranding, several new websites, digital tools and a new temporary home in the middle of the City of London. We have also recruited nine temporary staff through the Kickstart scheme, significantly increasing the resource available to the Charity.

LAH is in a strong position with a solid fundraising plan and theory of change which the new Executive Director will deliver. The Charity is currently implementing many income generation plans, and a leader with an entrepreneurial outlook would fit well with the Charity. 

The Charity appointed a Head of Digital in 2020, which has improved and increased our digital presence with many high-profile platforms and tools being scaled up nationally, alongside our partner, the Culture, Health and Wellbeing Alliance. We are currently implementing a new membership programme and offering our City Arts and Health Hub space for members to work, network and exhibit. The Director will oversee this rollout to ensure the opportunity is well marketed. 

The role:  

Our ambitions for LAH and the wider sector are high, including new projects networks and events, an expansion of Creativity and Wellbeing Week, and a specific focus on increasing the diversity of the field of culture and health practice.

Your role will be to lead the organisation and deliver this activity, managing staff and supporting the board in achieving its strategic vision for the organisation. You will be a passionate and compelling advocate for the impact of the arts on health and wellbeing. You will be highly experienced in the arts and/or health with a proven capacity to collaborate with diverse partners. You will be great at combining strategic vision with a willingness to deliver practical solutions, and you will have a track record of implementing and delivering change.

Over the next year, we want to deliver the new strategic vision and establish permanent staff contracts, alongside delivering our core business. You will demonstrate experience and understanding of running a small charity with a small staff team to best support our goals, with outstanding partnership working and a proven track record of effective fundraising and change management.

Key Responsibilities

To lead London Arts and Health delivering the key commitments in our business plan, including Creativity and Wellbeing Week 2022, our regular newsletter, our social media outputs and providing advice and support to the arts and health sector.

1. To deliver on our agreements with Arts Council England and other funding partners.
2. To oversee good governance and timely and complete reporting to the Charity Commission and Companies House.
3. To support and manage the Head of Digital and other staff and volunteers.
4. To lead on the Creativity and Wellbeing Festival. Including forging partnerships, seeking sponsorship and in-kind support and creating a programme of headline events.
5. To build a close working relationship with the Trustees to ensure a robust strategic direction and delivery plan for the next five years.
6. Deliver our fundraising plan to deliver new projects and ensure new income and grants.
7. To manage and deliver on our new membership plan and launch of our new City Arts and Health Hub. Both of which are potentially significant income streams for the Charity. 
8. To work with the Treasurer to ensure that appropriate monthly financial management and controls are maintained and that the Charity's financial health, including expenditure and income, is clearly reported to the Trustees. To take mitigating action as required.
9. To lead on stakeholder relations, including co-chairing the London Action on Arts and Health Stakeholder Group, alongside Arts Council England and The GLA, representing LAH on the Culture, Health and Wellbeing Alliance, and other bodies and groups as appropriate.
10. To act as an ambassador for the Charity and to speak publicly when needed.

To apply to this position please follow the link to the London Arts and Health website where you will be able to view the full job description and view the details required to submit your application.