We are seeking to appoint a Chief Operating Officer to join us as we embark on the next stage of our journey that will see us recognised as a leader in personal, social and work-related learning. Through the development of robust financial and resource planning, the Chief Operating Officer will ensure that ASDAN optimises the effectiveness of its people, information technology systems, estates, and finances.  They will play a pivotal role in our longer term financial planning and performance, and appraisal of our investment options, to ensure we secure a sustainable future for our vital work. 

Being a director of ASDAN will require a real com­mitment to our beliefs, values and principles. In return, you will be joining a team charging themselves with a truly reward­ing mission – transforming the life chances of children and young people.

About ASDAN

ASDAN is a successful national educational charity and awarding organisation for a range of qualifications, programmes and curriculum resources used by more than 3,000 schools, colleges and other education providers in the UK and internationally. 

Job purpose

Providing strategic financial leadership, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) will, together with the leadership team, deliver ASDAN’s charitable and strategic objectives.

Through the development of robust financial and resource planning, the Chief Operating Officer will ensure that ASDAN optimises the effectiveness of its finances, people, estates and IT systems. The Chief Operating Officer’s successful management of their team will create a foundation for the effective use of resources in support of a sustainable and flexible ASDAN ready to take on future opportunities.

Key responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for financial and operational resources
• Lead strategic financial planning and management
• Analyse and control financial and resource performance
• Oversee operational management of human resources (HR)
• Lead operational management of estates and premises
• Oversee operational management of IT systems
• Ensure statutory reporting, compliance and risk management
• Share collective responsibility for the overall leadership of ASDAN with the director team and trustees.

How to apply

To apply, please follow the link below to our website.

• Applications close: Thursday 7th November, with shortlisting completed by Tuesday 13th November
• Interview date: Tuesday 26th November 2019 in Bristol

the Friary’s mission is ‘To empower homeless and disadvantaged people to rebuild their lives.’

Established in 1988 in West Bridgford, Nottingham the Friary is highly regarded in the local community. The charity provides advice, support and a range of drop-in services to our visitors. In 2018 there were 18,000 presentations by 948 unique individuals.

We are now seeking a new Chief Executive to lead and inspire our dedicated staff and volunteers and deliver our recently approved Strategic and Business plan 2019-22.

Candidates should have empathy with the aims and ethos of a faith based organisation. They must be aware of the issues surrounding homelessness and rough sleeping, including the political, social and legislative implications. Experience of managing a complex organisation and providing excellent customer service in a challenging environment is essential. First class communication skills, experience of successful fundraising and a willingness to work flexibly are also requirements for this key position at the Friary.

Closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 15th November 2019.

A DBS Disclosure will be required for this role

An agile and award-winning charity, DreamArts delivers creative and therapeutic arts projects in wards across Westminster which have some of the highest levels of child poverty in the UK.  This is a new post that will join the Chief Executive and Programme Director to form the charity’s Executive and lead our strategic development and future success.  

The role will include direct project delivery, therefore the successful applicant will need excellent facilitation skills including work with families and be able to engage, inspire and empower young people experiencing challenges in their lives. 

The role will provide dynamic leadership, direction and innovation for Express Collective which enables young people ‘at risk’ to choose an issue and a creative medium in which to explore solutions, and Family Express projects which empower parents and children to work together and build stronger families. 

Strong partnership working is essential and you will play a key role in assessing our impact so that DreamArts is recognised in London and beyond as setting the standard for fusing creativity and therapeutic arts to improve young people’s wellbeing.  We are proud that the quality of our work has been recognised by financial growth of 50% over the past 18 months and the Assistant Programme Director will play a critical role in sustaining and advancing our achievements. #

Application deadline: Tuesday 5 November.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to Stage 1 interview on Friday 15 November.

Shortlisted candidates for Stage 2 will be asked to prepare a presentation and run activities with young people.

Introduction

We wish to appoint a first class candidate who will develop, deliver and lead our volunteer programmes, including our befriending service and meet our objectives for volunteering.

Job Summary

You will take volunteering with us to the next level, recruiting and supervising volunteers to ensure they are at the heart of our work with young carers. You will lead the development, delivery and promotion of our volunteer based young carers befriending scheme, delivering the scheme and encouraging other volunteering for BE FREE YC across South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse Districts.

Key responsibilities

Befriending service:

• Promote, recruit and train volunteers suitable and willing to engage with young carers as befrienders;
• Register and meet with young carers and their families and become the link between young carers and their families and volunteers;
• In liaison with young carers support staff, match young carers with befriending volunteers;
• Monitor, supervise and support the befriending relationships, being on call as required.

Routine administrative tasks:

• Produce risk assessments for befriending meetings, maintain a calendar of meetings, ensure all required reporting is recorded;
• Review and respond to feedback from clients and volunteers;

• Liaise with clients, volunteers and staff on sensitive issues;

Other Volunteering:

• Encourage corporate volunteering, taking into account the sensitive nature of our work;
• Encourage and support volunteers willing to support the organisation in a variety of ways;
• Hold regular meetings with our volunteers to help create a volunteering community;
• Stay current with volunteer management best practice to provide advice and support about volunteering issues to ensure that BE FREE YC is delivering the best volunteering experiences possible;
• Manage budgets and work plans, prioritising a demanding workload;
• Liaise and work with colleagues to ensure Young Carers, their families and volunteers have a positive experience of our service;
• Ensure all tasks, procedures, and practices comply with all BE FREE YC policies, procedures and guidance;
• Assist in promoting and publicising BE FREE YC and in the production of other communications;
• Assist with the community engagement of BE FREE YC;
• Keep abreast of, and follow at all times, national and local policy in relation to young carers and volunteering;
• Monitor and evaluate work, producing records and reports as required;
• Contribute to a safe, positive and friendly working atmosphere;
• Provide reports and information to Trustees and other reporting as required;
• Attend and contribute to internal meetings and training and represent the organisation at external meetings as required;
• Actively contribute to and support the development of BE FREE YC;
• Undertake any other duties as requested by the Director.

This job description is not intended to be comprehensive but indicative. Responsibilities may be varied from time to time, depending on the needs of the Organisation

Access to your own transport is essential as the post is based in Didcot and currently covers South Oxfordshire and the Vale of White Horse Districts.

Supervisory Responsibility

Volunteers.

With an experienced staff team in place and a strong board behind it, the organisation is seeking to appoint new Trustees, to strengthen the board and move the charity into its next phase.

Trustee
Hours: Bi Monthly Board Meeting, sub committees quarterly
Salary: Voluntary
Place of work: Oxfordshire Mind Office, Osney Mead Oxford

General Background

We’re Oxfordshire Mind, the mental health charity.  We’re here to make sure anyone with a mental health problem has somewhere to turn for advice and support.  We provide a range of support services across Oxfordshire from an information line to supported housing.  With one in four people experiencing a mental health problem at some point in their lives, people need Mind more than ever.

The services we provide include:

• Transitional Supported Housing Recovery Service as part of the Oxfordshire Mental Health Partnership
• Oxfordshire Mind Wellbeing Service
• Talking Space psychological therapy service in partnership with Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
• ‘Benefits for Better Mental Health’, a welfare benefits advice service
• Information line
• Volunteering & peer support opportunities

We employ over 100 staff and operate in 28 locations around the county, providing support to around 20,000 people each year.

About the Role

A recent review of skill requirements for the Board of Trustees was carried out by the Board. This has identified a need for Trustees who have specialisms in one or more of the following areas:

• Fundraising
• Human Resources
• Experience and management of growing a charity
• NHS or local mental health commissioning
• Children and younger people’s experience
• Lived experience of mental health issues
• Finance and accountancy

Purpose of the Job

This post holder will:

• Work in partnership with other trustees, the CEO and other senior Management Team to ensure that:
• Oxfordshire Mind has a clear vision and that there is a common understanding of this by trustees and staff.
• Oxfordshire Mind has a long term strategic plan which supports the achievement of its vision and sets appropriate strategic priorities and objectives. (Oxfordshire Mind and the CEO must also have shorter term operational plans and objectives which feed into the achievement of the strategic plan).
• The CEO’s annual and longer-term objectives and targets support the achievement of the vision, mission and strategic priorities.
• Board policies support the vision, mission and strategic priorities.
• There are effective mechanisms to be aware and take account of the needs and aspirations of current and future service users;
• There are effective mechanisms to review the external environment for changes that might affect Oxfordshire Mind.
• There are systems to review regularly the strategic plans and priorities and current staff team.

Oxfordshire Mind delivers services to people of all backgrounds; we currently have services focussed on women and men; younger and older people; various different ethnic groups and the LGBTQ+ community. We would welcome applicants representative of the diverse community we serve.

These are important roles within the board; and in time you may also be asked to be a member of sub-committees.

Experience as a Trustee would be welcomed but is not necessary.

Closing date: 31st October 2019 (midnight)
Interview date: To be confirmed

TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION:

If you would like to find out more about this position and to apply, please click the Apply button to be directed to our website. 

For more information see the attached job description.

The above position is subject to a current DBS.

Oxfordshire Mind is committed to safeguarding. We are an equal opportunities employer; we value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

No agencies please.

Could you share your expertise to transform lives for the most vulnerable in our society? Have you got credibility and passion to make a difference? If the answer is Yes, why not consider becoming a FitzRoy Trustee?

About the role

As a Non-Executive Director, you will be responsible for the overall governance & strategic direction of the charity. This includes ensuring the charity has a clear vision & ensuring financial stability & compliance with relevant governing documents, laws & regulatory guidelines. Board members can expect to commit the equivalent of 1day per month, with most meetings held in London. Previous experience in the charity or social care sector is not essential.

About you

Strategic in your approach with a commitment to FitzRoy values, you will use your experiences to ensure FitzRoy continues to thrive in a turbulent sector. As part of a Board of highly skilled trustees, you will make challenging decisions for the future of FitzRoy, engage in stimulating conversation & stretch your skills to experience a truly rewarding role.

At this time, we are particularly interested in speaking to individuals with in-depth knowledge & expertise within the following areas:

• property/ housing
• social care
• accountancy
• campaigning/ fundraising​ 

We are keen to reflect diversity on our board & encourage applications from those with a personal connection to learning disabilities.

In Return

If you are able to commit your time & energy you will be rewarded by being part of a forward-thinking charity dedicated to transforming lives for some of the most vulnerable in the community. This is a voluntary role with no remuneration. Expenses will be paid.

After years of sustained growth Mind in Salford are recruiting a trustee treasurer and two new trustees.

Volunteer Role: Treasurer & Trustees x 2

Unpaid Roles

We are a local mental health charity serving the people of Salford and Bolton in Greater Manchester. We are part of the national Mind network, and, like other local Minds we run as an independent charity with our own strategy, funds and leadership.

Every year we support hundreds of people managing their mental health and other aspects of their lives - now we need your help. We are seeking two new trustees to join our board.

As a Trustee, you will be joining a charity in a strong financial position, with an ambition to build on our successes over the last few years. We will be looking to build on existing strong activities including advocacy, mindfulness, welfare and debt advice and training by bringing in innovative new projects like our innovative Rainbow Minds collaboration. You don’t need any particular experience, but you need to care about what we do and be willing to commit your time and judgement to helping Mind in Salford develop.

We are a friendly and welcoming organisation and are passionate about what we do. You’ll be joining our Board of Trustees at an exciting time with lots of opportunities to build on our success over the next few years. If you have the time and enthusiasm to be part of something amazing, please get in touch.

We welcome applications from people who represent the diverse communities that we support. Including people with a disability, from BAME communities and those with experience of mental or emotional distress.

Closing Date and time for applications: Monday 11th November 2019 at 10am

To Apply and for More Information:

If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button.

After you have followed the job board process, you will receive an email from CHM Recruit containing further instructions and our application pack/forms.

No agencies please.

Job Title: Head of Finance and Administration

Salary: £40,000

Contract: 12-month Contract (Maternity Cover)

Hours: Full-time

Location: Cobham, Surrey
 

We are working in partnership with Painshill Park Trust Ltd who are looking to appoint a Head of Finance and Administration on a 12-month contract (maternity cover)

Painshill is a beautiful award-winning 18th century landscape garden which was created between 1738 and 1773 by the Hon Charles Hamilton. The 158-acre garden receives over 130,000 visitors a year and we operate commercial functions including retail, catering, filming and events to support our visitor offer and we have ambitious plans to grow the business.

The Head of Finance and Administration will provide leadership and senior financial expertise in the organisation and operation of Painshill Park Trust Ltd, and ensure the company's plans and departmental targets are viable and in line with financial business objectives.

• Day-to-day management of income and expenditure, cash flow and balance sheet for both Painshill Park Trust Ltd and its trading company, Painshill Enterprises Ltd.
• Day-to-day management of human resources procedures including recruitment, on and off boarding, remuneration and liaising with external HR provider for technical advice.
• Preparation of management accounts and reports, to specific deadlines, for consideration and reporting to the Board of Trustees and in preparation for audit, in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) Regulations.
• Preparation and delivery of the annual budgeting process, and forecasting, in line with the strategic direction of Painshill.
• Managing payroll process, including PAYE and NI.
• Management of the annual audit process and compliance with Companies House and the Charity Commission regulations, including preparation and submission of VAT and Gift Aid returns to HMRC.
• Working as a member of the Painshill Leadership Team, undertake strategic reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction and increasing income opportunities.
• Provision of regular analytical advice to the Director, through monitoring and interpreting cash flows, predicting future trends and analysing change.
• Line management of the finance and administration team and provision of leadership, coaching and training across the organisation to improve maximum efficiency.

The successful candidate:

We are looking for a qualified accountant with previous charity experience and a good knowledge of SORP.  Equally importantly we are looking for a leader who can work collaboratively with the Senior Management Team, wider team and Board of Trustees. You will be a naturally customer-focused and solution-oriented individual with the ability to multi-task. You will be need to be comfortable influencing senior stakeholders, and making confident, informed decisions, as you will be the number one finance person in the organisation.

To apply please submit your CV and supporting statement as soon as possible, quoting our reference JO1715.For any further information, please contact Jenny Warner.

Closing date for applications: 19 November 2019

First interview date: 25 November 2019

Second interview date: 4 December 2019

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional and experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) who will be an energetic and inspiring individual in this new role. Surfers Against Sewage (SAS) is one of the UK's leading marine conservation and campaigning charities. Our mission is simple: to create ocean activists everywhere. Our projects and campaigns inspire, unite and empower individuals and communities to take action to protect oceans, beaches, waves and wildlife.

Thriving ocean, thriving people.

This is our vision of the future. This simple phrase captures everything that matters to us, not just in SAS, but humankind. It’s a mantra, a motto, a rallying cry to drive us on, with a huge collective goal to help tilt our delicate planet back on its axis. This sounds huge, but when you love what you do, and work as one, that future draws ever nearer.

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional and experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) who will be an energetic and inspiring individual in this new role. The COO will be responsible for shaping, implementing and strengthening the charity’s policies, processes, management and infrastructure to support its continued growth and impact as one of the UK's most effective marine conservation charities. The role will also implement strategic goals set out by the board and CEO, and help shape these where required.

The primary responsibility of the Chief Operational Officer will be to manage the Cornwall-based staff and ensure that the systems, HR policies, processes and support are in place to deliver, maintain and build sustainable organisational growth.

The role will oversee the development and refurbishment of SAS headquarters overlooking the sea in the picturesque village of St Agnes near Cornwall's capital Truro. This will deliver an inspirational, creative and dynamic workspace to reflect the character, impact and optimism of the charity.

Essential qualities and experience:

• Proven experience as COO or in other managerial position within an organisation of similar scale and complexity.
• In-depth knowledge of charity governance and HR requirements.
• Ability to operate at a senior strategic level whilst being able to muck in as part of a small but growing team.
• Ability to communicate fluently to different stakeholders, influencing and informing as required, whilst motivating teamwork, collaboration and productive working relationships.
• Exemplary time management; meeting deadlines; adapting to changes in priority and working flexibly.

Surfers Against Sewage values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community

Barnwood Trust’s mission is to be a catalyst for lasting change on disability and mental health issues in Gloucestershire. Ensuring that everyone in the county feels valued and included in the life of the county is a long-term strategic aim. It takes a dynamic and energetic team to deliver this ambition through both social change and social influence. We are seeking to appoint a new post of Director of Partnerships to lead the ongoing development and delivery of Barnwood Trust’s strategy for engagement of the county in its vision for the future, creating the conditions and environment in which it can fulfil its mission as a catalyst for lasting social change with people, places and organisations across Gloucestershire.

The new role of Director of Partnerships will provide strategic leadership for the Trust’s influencing work which supports people in places and organisations across the county, to both

• envision a future which enables disabled people and people with mental health challenges across Gloucestershire to make the most of their lives, building a sense of belonging
• and to take action to create that future

As a member of the Senior Management Team, the role will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of, and budget for, all the Trust’s work which focuses on influencing organisations and people across the county for social change to achieve the Trust’s vision.

The role of the Director of Partnerships will be to

1. identify ideas and good practice from elsewhere in the UK and internationally, together with likely future social trends, to create a culture in which disabled people are enabled to make the most of the lives, discerning what is relevant to Gloucestershire and the Trust’s vision and strategy,
2. seed and nurture innovative, inventive, stimulating and effective ways of sharing those ideas, trends and practices,
3. bring together and facilitate people in organisations, interest groups and communities across Gloucestershire to identify collectively how to create and sustain a positive environment in which disabled people are enabled to make the most of their lives and build and maintain momentum, motivation, energy and enthusiasm for collective and collaborative engagement and
4. facilitate the team at Barnwood to participate in sharing, advocating and disseminating ideas, experience, research and policy findings, and in campaigning.

We are looking for someone with direct experience of influencing leading to positive social justice-related change, demonstrating vision and creativity and with current knowledge of innovations, good practice and policy issues related to influencing both social justice and social care provision and enabling social movements, both nationally and internationally. The successful candidate will have experience of creating and leading the implementation of a strategy, motivating and enabling others to participate in its delivery, with exceptional skills and track record in building and sustaining relationships with a wide variety of people, speaking, presenting and writing skills reaching a wide variety of audiences in a wide variety of media.

We offer a competitive salary benchmarked against national charity sector benchmarks, together with a generous pension scheme, and 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays).

To receive an application pack with more details about the role and Barnwood Trust, please email the recruitment team which you can do by clicking below on Apply. 

The closing date for applications is 12.00 midday on Friday 1st November 2019

Barnwood Trust has been working in Gloucestershire for over 200 years.  Our vision is to create the best possible environment in Gloucestershire for disabled people and people with mental health challenges to make the most of their lives, building a sense of belonging.  As the Trust has a significant investment portfolio we do not have to raise funds. We are able to direct all of the enthusiasm, energy, skills and knowledge of our staff, Trustees and Governors towards helping thousands of people every year.  We do this through our four key innovative and expanding programmes covering opportunities, community building, housing, and evaluation and research. We want to bring about lasting change in the attitudes of individuals, communities and organisations towards disability so that Gloucestershire becomes a more welcoming and inclusive place to live. The interest in what we are doing suggests that the work we are developing here will also have implications for changing culture and practice outside of the county, contributing to social change nationally.

Job Title:  Chief Executive Officer

Salary:  £60,000

Hours of work:  Full Time/Permanent

Location:  Bristol

We are working in partnership with Carers Support Centre (CSC), a charity which provides support, information and advice to unpaid carers living in the Bristol and South Gloucestershire areas.  For over 20 years, CSC has been providing innovative and creative support solutions to unpaid adult and young carers and has built up an excellent reputation.

The charity is now seeking to appoint a Chief Executive Officer to provide dynamic leadership, direction and innovation to CSC, enabling the achievement of its mission, vision, aims and objectives.  The Chief Executive will spearhead new strategic initiatives, in conjunction with the Senior Management Team, to enable CSC to identify and action new opportunities that will drive the organisation forward in an increasingly competitive environment.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate:

• Three years’ leadership experience as CEO or at a senior level and proven ability to motivate, develop, delegate and lead a team
• Experience of business management including handling substantial budgets
• Proven track record of managing diverse projects or a diverse organisation
• Demonstrable success of attracting and developing new business opportunities
• Ability to establish good working partnerships with Trustees, staff, volunteers, external agencies and funders
• Proven track record in overseeing successful tenders and fundraising bids
• Possess strong negotiating skills
• Experience of lobbying and influencing policy makers
• Experience of achieving and implementing quality standards
• Understanding and knowledge of the legal duties of charities, and the Employment and Equalities Legislation

The post holder will have excellent communication skills and the ability to use their own initiative, prioritise their workload and work to tight deadlines.  You will be a forward thinking, committed and passionate individual with a true belief in the ethos of the charity and the services they offer.

To apply for this role, please e-mail your CV and Supporting Statement to Jenny Warner, Managing Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment, quoting our reference JO1711.                         

Closing date for applications: 11 November 2019

First Interview date: 29 November 2019

Second Interview date: 2 December 2019

Are you passionate about using your trust fundraising experience to help people hear the good news of Jesus?

Can you develop and manage relationships with trusts that have the capacity to make a significant financial difference to London City Mission’s work? Can you write compelling funding proposals that will inspire trustees to make grants to London City Mission?

We are looking for a professional trusts fundraiser with experience of working for a charity to inspire trusts and foundations to partner with London City Mission financially so more people can hear about Jesus.

The Trusts Officer role is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated fundraiser to make a significant difference in enabling LCM to share the gospel with more people.

There is an occupational requirement that the person appointed be an evangelical Christian.

We are looking for an experienced Fundraiser with initiative, energy and ideas to join our hardworking and friendly team. 

SFCS is a dynamic, forward-looking Adoption Agency that works to place the most vulnerable children into stable homes and provides support through a variety of services. 

The overall purpose of the fund raising post is to generate income through applications to grant making trusts, with responsibility for managing and developing the trust programme. 

We are looking for a fundraiser with drive and ideas, ideally someone who could bring in up to £250k per annum, but realise that there could be other good candidates who would still achieve a result. The lowest amount we need to raise is around £150k a year.

You will be joining a hard-working, friendly team who care passionately about the Charity’s work.  You will be the sole fundraiser at SFCS, working closely with and reporting to the Finance Manager.

Overall Purpose:

The overall purpose is to generate income through applications to grant making trusts, with responsibility for managing and developing the trust programme. 

Additional responsibilities include raising the profile of the charity and generating other voluntary income in support of the delivery of the Society’s services.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Income Generation

• To raise funds against agreed targets from a range of sources including trusts and foundations, companies, individual donors, business development opportunities, online channels and legacies and community groups and events.
• To develop a strategy for identifying, cultivating and soliciting gifts and grants from new trusts and foundations.
• To research, plan, deliver and grow all areas of fundraising; being responsible for identifying, engaging and asking potential donors for their support, as well as effectively managing existing donor relationships.
• To work with the Marketing Officer to create effective and persuasive fundraising materials
• To communicate with potential and existing donors through a range of media including online via social media, in writing, by telephone, face-to-face meetings, formal presentations and networking events
• To adopt, adapt and improve existing fundraising methods and investigate new areas of fundraising; making recommendations to senior management.
• To understand and promote tax effective giving.
• To be aware of and compliant with the Institute of Fundraising standards of good practice.

Additional duties

• To take responsibility for the fundraising strategy, updating it regularly
• Agree income targets and other relevant Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) with senior management
• To monitor and review progress against fundraising targets and report to the management team and CEO monthly, and quarterly to the Trustees
• To work with SFCS colleagues to understand priority funding needs, develop core and project proposals and budgets, and gather information required for donor reports.
• To ensure that fundraising volunteers are properly inducted, supported and encouraged. 
• To work with the Marketing Officer to ensure fundraising is promoted on Social Media and other opportunities
• To respond appropriately and efficiently to compliments, complaints and concerns from donors and prospective donors.
• To undertake other activities related to the objectives of the Society as may be referred from time to time.
• To maintain accurate and accessible records, maintaining the Donorfy database.
• To work flexibly including some evening and weekend working.
• To undertake further duties at the request of the Management Team.

This job description reflects the major tasks to be carried out by the post holder but in the interests of effective working, those tasks may be reviewed from time to time, reflecting the Organisation’s changing needs and circumstances. 

Within this job description, serious consideration is given to providing opportunities for individuals to pursue particular areas of interest, and to develop new initiatives and expertise where this fits broadly within the overall aims of the organisation.
 

Safeguarding, Confidentiality and Equal Opportunities

All staff are expected to be familiar with and comply with the Society’s safeguarding, confidentiality and equal opportunities policies.

Appointment to post will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.

The Society is first and foremost committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers working with children to share this commitment.  We apply recruitment and selection procedures which seek to ensure that no employee or volunteer is appointed who may pose a risk to children or is otherwise unsuitable to work with them.

Closing Date:   Thursday 302019    Interview Date: TBA

To apply please visit our website 

but if you require further information please call/email Sharon Kempson 

Please note that we do not accept CV's, our Application Form can be found on the website.

Full time – 5 days per week (7 hours a day)

Temporary contract for 12 months or until the substantive post holder returns

Closing date: 9am, Monday 4th November

Interview date:  Wednesday 13th November at our office in central Birmingham

Children’s Liver Disease Foundation (CLDF) is a national charity based in Birmingham. We take action against the effects of childhood liver disease, providing information, support, research funds and a voice for all affected. At least twenty children are diagnosed with a liver disease every week in the UK.  CLDF is the only UK charity dedicated to fighting all forms of childhood liver disease, for which there is still no cure. With innovative support programmes and development plans to increase our reach even further, the charity never stands still. Please find out more about the difference we make on our website.

We are looking to recruit a confident and efficient Office Manager to provide maternity cover for a 12 month period. This is an important and central role within the charity and you will be responsible for all areas of office administration, taking the lead to ensure the day to day smooth running of the office. You will possess a natural ability to think on your feet and find solutions to operational challenges. No day is ever the same. You will need a flexible, calm, proactive approach with a can do attitude and be willing to develop within the role.

Key responsibilities include implementing and maintaining IT hardware and software systems (including telephones); management of the charity’s database (Raiser’s Edge); direct mail communications; administration and implementation of all office Health & Safety (including holding the posts of First Aider and Fire Marshal); managing the office volunteer workforce; overseeing and advising on the charity’s GDPR/Data Protection compliance; providing administration for the management of CLDF’s research portfolio and supporting the Chief Executive in all administrative matters relating to recruitment and HR, safeguarding and governance. For a full summary of all operational duties and responsibilities please refer to the job description.

The role requires someone who is hard-working and tenacious, has the ability to work on their own initiative, with excellent organisation and time management skills and who thrives in a busy yet small team environment.

If you have a proven track record in office management and administration, with the drive to play a supportive role in helping the charity achieve its goals and an empathy for the life changing work we do, then we’d love to hear from you.