This is a demanding role that requires the individual to work with 10 wide-ranging AKDN multi-sector, profit and not-for-profit development and service agencies and institutions, present in 30+ countries. Working alongside them, the Senior Partnerships Manager facilitates the pursuit of new funding opportunities with European and Asian institutional donors, foundations and corporates.

Resource Mobilisation

•  Support the Partnerships team in brokering new relationships and strengthening existing ones with European and Asian institutional, foundations and corporate donors
• Lead the review and strengthening of concept notes and proposals across a wide array of sectors
• Develop and contribute to positioning pieces and communication materials (e.g. presentations, narrative overviews) to enable regular and effective engagement with donors
• Prepare donor briefs and talking points for donor meetings, referencing latest donor strategies, field-level discussions and possible donor/AKDN matches to consider positioning during meetings
• Establish close synergies with AKF’s North America units, AKF’s Head Office, AKF field units, relevant AKDN agencies and AKDN representatives
• Where appropriate, conduct donor or field visits to support discussions with new and existing strategic donors/partners ensuring consistent and coherent messaging

Grants management 

• Manage grants through regular coordination with relevant AKDN agencies/field units and AKF(UK)’s programme finance department to ensure projects are delivered on-time and on-budget; proactively support the resolution of challenges as they arise
• Support the preparation, review and feedback process on donor reports to ensure reports comply with donor requirements and are produced on time and to a high standard
• Be an interface with donors and communicate on a regular basis about the implementation of on-going grants in order to maintain a solid relationship and to address queries or challenges effectively

Networking and building public awareness

• Participate and actively engage in relevant networking events/conferences to build awareness of AKDN with the UK and European public more broadly
• Interface with the Communications team to identify opportunities and support the planning of events either directly targeting or planned jointly with AKF(UK)’s institutional donors (e.g., FCDO, KfW).

Leadership and People Management

• Play a leadership role in the unit by setting the example of consistently high standards
• Work with the Partnerships Officers to develop donor and inter-institutional relationships, develop and improve quality of concept notes/proposals and effectively manage grants
• Filter the team and unit's documents ensuring improvements in standards of writing, presentation, content and context

*Must have right to work in the UK

*Must include CV and a supporting statement that outlines why they want the role, why they want to work for AKF(UK) and how their experiences and skills to date will make them the most suitable applicant for the role

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field highly preferable

Skills

• Ability to set and lead vision in alignment with AKDN/AKF values and strategic plan
• Creativity, critical thinking and project management
• Must be an entrepreneurial, pro-active self-starter with maturity and emotional intelligence
• Ability to problem-solve, work independently and multi-task in a fast-paced environment with numerous and competing deadlines
• Ability to handle complex relationships with colleagues, governance and external stakeholders in a professional manner
• Excellent writing, speaking and other communications skills, with thoroughness and attention to detail
• Ability to provide stable, consistent, reliable and courteous communication when dealing with external organisations, senior colleagues and community members
• Strong IT skills, including Office and Excel

Knowledge

• Strong proven understanding and knowledge of the UK/European donor landscape
• Knowledge and commitment to international development and improving knowledge of these issues a distinct advantage

Experience

• A minimum of 4 years of experience working in international organisations or donor agencies, including field-level implementation or management, and at least 6 total years of professional experience.
• Experience in resource mobilisation and developing relationships, including direct experience with European (EU/EC, Germany, Norway, Sweden, UK) or Asian donors
• Experience in developing and writing proposals and arguments, business plans/cases, concept papers, briefs, executive summaries, as well as coordinating multiple inputs from a variety of sources, and simultaneously managing a variety of relationships
• Proven experience of managing relationships in complex organisations with numerous stakeholders
• Proven success in managing grants in complex organisations with numerous stakeholders

Cardiff City FC Community Foundation is the official charity of Cardiff City Football Club. We use the unique appeal of Cardiff City FC to change lives.

Fixed Term Contract (12 Months - Maternity Cover)

Job Purpose

The purpose of the role is to lead and shape our fundraising activities in order to grow income across the fundraising spectrum.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

Strategy and Policy

1. To support the development, implementation andevaluation of the strategic plan.

2. To develop and manage a fundraising strategy to secure income and support the organisation’s growth.

Leadership

3. To demonstrate a commitment to our values, mission and ultimate goal.

4. To be an ambassador for the Cardiff City FC Foundation with a strong external focus.

Management
5. To report to senior management, the board of trustees and

sub-committees about the impact of the fundraising activities. 6. To ensure best use of resources.

Finance
7. To manage the fundraising budget and report on variances to the SMT.

8. To ensure that fundraising income achieves target.

Fundraising

9. To communicate the fundraising strategy throughout the organisation, ensuring everyone understands their role and the importance of fundraising.

10. To develop strategies securing income from Trusts and Foundations, Corporate and individual Giving, Legacies, Fundraising Events.

11. To identify projects and services which could be funded through Trusts and Foundations, cultivate and approach funders, develop proposals which include as many core organisational costs as acceptable to the funder.

12. Identify projects and services which could be funded through major giving, cultivate relationships, develop proposals and secure gifts from major donors.

13. To identify opportunities and manage corporate and individual giving, cultivate relationships, maximise income generation, supporter engagement and lifetime value.

14. To identify opportunities and manage fundraising events, develop a fundraising calendar, to ensure maximum return on investment and maximum supporter engagement.

15. To build a strong, diverse pipeline of future opportunities.

16. To develop engaging targeted fundraising campaigns to broaden our support base.

17. To be aware of and respond to emerging trends in fundraising.

General

18. To understand the fundraising regulatory environment and ensure compliance.

19. To meet deadlines agreed with line manager and key partners with regard to reporting of key performance indicators and other targets.

20. To champion the highest standards for health and safety and safeguarding.

21. To effectively manage and develop strong positive relationships with beneficiaries, key partners and stakeholders.

22. To undertake any relevant training as required by line- manager or in line with expectations of the programme funder.

23. To attend and participate in meetings with Foundation staff, funding providers and other meetings as appropriate.

24. To exhibit and promote company values & behaviours.

25. Promote and celebrate equality, diversity & inclusion.

26. To out carry any additional work and duties that meet the needs of the business.

Key Relationships
Internal: All Foundation Staff and Trustees.

External: Cardiff City FC Directors and Senior Management, Trusts and Foundations and other funders, Major Donors, Corporate and Individual Supporters, any other external stakeholders that support and benefit the work of the Foundation.

With the changes in the global landscape and new challenges and opportunities emerging for the establishment and support of ventures in Christian Mission, we are looking to engage an General Secretary for Mission (GSM). The GSM will drive the strategic vision of the Mission Board and oversee its operational activities. This will include guiding the development of new Christian ventures, and supporting existing work especially in India, Nepal, East Africa, UK & Ireland. 
 

The Moravian Church 
The Moravian Church is a worldwide, welcoming, witnessing, evangelical church, with a strong heritage of ecumenical engagement.  Established in 1457, the communion has pioneered education and development ventures in the twenty-four provinces in Europe, USA, Caribbean, Central Africa and Central America, as well as emerging Provinces in South American and Asia. 

The British Province 
The Moravian Church in the British Province is one of the oldest Provinces of the Moravian Unity. Its work is represented through activities in 30 local congregations, organized in 6 districts in England and Northern Ireland, schools that educate children and young people from Early Years to Year 13,  an Archive and an extensive property portfolio, which include settlements at Fulneck, Gomersal, Gracehill, Ockbrook and Wellhouse, In addition, the Province oversees the work of the Moravian Church in India, Nepal, and support the Moravian Church in Western Tanzania on behalf of the world wide Moravian Unity

Job Title: Head of Business Development (Maternity Cover) – Living Wage Foundation
Hours: 4/5 days flexible
Salary: £49,522 (pro-rata) inc London Weighting
Contract: Maternity Cover, until December 2021
Based: London, currently working remotely

Living Wage Foundation
The Living Wage Foundation was launched in 2011 by Citizens UK to tackle in-work poverty and ensure that workers earn enough to live on and participate in family and community life. Citizens UK is the home of community organising with diverse civil society alliances set up to develop leaders to work on the issues that matter to them, such as the Living Wage. Other projects include PACT (Parents and the Community Together) and Sponsor Refugees to add depth to the impact of Citizens UK’s work.

The Living Wage is a movement of businesses, organisations and people who believe that a hard day’s work deserves a fair day’s pay. The real Living Wage is an independently-calculated hourly rate based on the cost of living and announced each November during Living Wage Week, our annual celebration of a growing network of nearly 7,000 Living Wage Employers.

The Living Wage Foundation celebrates employers that voluntarily choose to pay the real Living Wage through an accreditation scheme that recognises a long-term commitment to fair pay and has secured pay rises for 250,000 low paid workers.

The Head of Business Development will drive new business development, generate and implement diversification opportunities to support the future direction of the Living Wage Foundation. You will be responsible for developing and managing new programmes of work exploring wider issues facing low paid workers in the UK and beyond and a new consultancy strand to support more employers to adopt the living wage and other standards of good practice. You will provide leadership and support for a passionate, driven team with a strong commitment to tackling in-work poverty, and be able to build strong relationships internally and externally to further the objectives of the Foundation.

• Develop and deliver strategies, working collaboratively across the organisation.
• Raise funds to realise our ambitions to diversify into new areas.
• Build and manage relationships with key stakeholders, policy makers and employers to support them to tackle in-work poverty in new ways.
• Develop a team-wide strategy and line manage staff and freelancers, supporting them to deliver projects and create the tools and knowledge available to inform and advise employers on going further than the Living Wage.
• Communicate evidence for change to influence key stakeholders to become part of the Living Wage movement, promoting Living Hours and other schemes and initiatives, and to champion the Living Wage and Living Hours to their networks.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of our work to refine our strategy and deliver projects in an efficient way.

For more information on the application process please click on 'Apply' now. 

Citizens UK is committed to being an inclusive employer. We value a diverse workforce and encourage those with an interest in this role to apply, regardless of whether they meet all the required criteria. We invest in our employees and support them to develop the skills and knowledge required to deliver their role. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates to represent the communities we work in. 

Carers Trust is a major charity for the UK’s seven million unpaid carers. We are a dynamic and forward thinking organisation with ambition to extend our reach and services so that with our Network Partners we can increase the support, services and recognition we provide for anyone living with the challenges of caring for a family member or friend.

The number of unpaid carers is increasing significantly, with three in five of us likely to become an unpaid carer at some point in our lifetime. Unpaid carers save the state £132bn worth of care every year and act as a main support to our stretched health and social care systems.

Following a refresh of the Trustee board, Carers Trust are looking to appoint two new Trustees with the following areas of focus:

Chair of our England Board 

One of the new Trustees of our UK Board will also become the Chair of our England Board which is in an exciting developmental phase. 

With growing regional representation, the England Board will be crucial in helping shape the future direction of our work to influence society for unpaid carers and deliver impactful programmes for unpaid carers with Carers Trust Network Partners.

Our England Board is part of our formal governance structure at Carers Trust and will act as a conduit between Network Partners and our Board of Trustees.

As Chair of our England Board and a Trustee of Carers Trust, you will be able to demonstrate:

• An understanding and commitment to the needs of unpaid carers.

• An ability to play a key role in the continued growth and success of Carers Trust.

• The ability to provide leadership to a diverse range of stakeholders across our England network.

In addition, you will bring your in-depth knowledge of the health and social care landscape in England and excellent interpersonal skills to take on the role of Chair of our England Board. 

Legal Trustee

We are also seeking a new Trustee with a legal background to support the UK Board and Carers Trust in achieving our charitable aims.

We are looking for someone who has skills and experience in one or more of the following areas:

• A suitable legal qualification.

• Experience in or knowledge of legal requirements relating to charitable/ company law and associated governance.

• Experience of corporate social responsibility partnerships/collaborations.

Both Trustees will play a vital role in the oversight of the charity ensuring that it delivers against its charitable objectives, is financially sustainable, has strong governance and safeguards the name and values of the organisation. We also welcome applications from those who have/have had experience of a caring role.

Vacancy: Clinks, National Criminal Justice Arts Alliance – Development Officer

The National Criminal Justice Arts Alliance (NCJAA) is the leading national network supporting the arts and creative practice in criminal justice settings. Our aim is to ensure the arts are used within the criminal justice system as a springboard for positive change. The NCJAA is [managed by][part of] Clinks, which supports, represents and advocates for the voluntary sector in criminal justice, enabling them to provide the best possible opportunities for individuals and their families. Our vision is of a vibrant, independent and resilient voluntary sector that enables people to transform their lives. 

We are seeking a dynamic individual with excellent relationship building skills to develop and strengthen the NCJAA network in all regions of the UK, with initial focus on the West Midland and the North West. The role involves inspiring and developing best practice and capacity across arts and criminal justice, feeding into local and national policy to support the NCJAA to promote the role of arts in criminal justice settings. This is an exciting and challenging time for the right candidate to join our team and be an integral part of this innovative area of work.

Please note that all NCJAA/Clinks staff are currently working from home. Therefore the activities associated with this role will primarily take place through online channels/digital communication. As Covid-19 restrictions ease, this role will increasingly require travel to and attendance at face to face meetings and events.

Interviews will take place online on 18th &19th November.

Do you want a rewarding career where you can really make a difference?

Are you interested in working for a leading mental health charity?

If so, you may be the person we are looking for

We’re Rethink Mental Illness, a leading charity provider of mental health services in England. We support thousands of people through our groups, services, policy, campaigns and advice and information. Our work supports us in delivering on our mission: “A better life for everyone severely affected by mental illness.”

Due to growth we have an exciting opportunity for 6 Trainee Mental Health Money Advisors to join our established and friendly Money Advice team. You will initially join us on a fixed term contract until March 2021 with a view to becoming permanent subject to funding. In addition, you will be working full time, 35 hours per week based from home. You may however be asked to travel to our Birmingham office on an occasional basis for meetings and training.

Our Mental Health & Money Advice Service provides holistic advice and support to clients who are experiencing both poor mental health and financial difficulties.  This is the first UK wide service which address both mental health and financial health together.

In everything we do, we seek to demonstrate our values: Passion, Commitment, Openness, Hope, Expertise and Understanding. If these values resonate with you, we would love to hear from you.

What will you be doing?

• Undertaking ongoing training and to complete the MaPS accredited training and any other training required including on mental health.
• Under supervision, advising clients on the best solutions to their debt issues and provide support where required to individuals who have financial problems by telephone, email and letter.
• Supporting advisors within the team with casework to further my own knowledge and understanding.
• Managing my own caseload, maintaining detailed, up-to-date, accurate case notes on the AdvicePro database in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation. (GDPR).
• Ensuring service user feedback is encouraged in the form of compliments, comments and complaints and they are appropriately responded to.
• Keeping informed about changes to the landscape and legislation related to debt, benefits and mental health using both journals and newsletters.
• Identifying issues affecting people living with mental illness and debt nationally and address these by providing evidence, contributing to Rethink Mental Illness’ work in policy and campaigns.

Do you have what we are looking for?

• GCSE English & Maths at Grade C or Level 4 & above.
• Experience working in a role providing customer service via telephone and email.
• Evidence of a commitment to learning and professional development.
• Good collaborative and written/verbal communication skills.
• Some experience of working with people with mental illness or poor mental wellbeing. This could be gained via paid work, volunteering or personal experience.

Due to SLA, the training programme will begin on the 7th December, you therefore must be able to start with us week commencing the 30th November.  

Unfortunately, due to the requirements of the funder for this role, we are unable to accept applications from those who have previous experience providing debt advice or casework.

What will you receive?

You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your abilities with the chance to make a real difference every day. In addition, you will have excellent development opportunities including funded training, career development and a range e-learning courses. You will also receive:  

• Salary of £17,433.82 to £19,860.93 per annum
• Comprehensive training programme 
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance and employee assistance programme
• 25 days annual leave rising to 30 days plus bank holidays
• Your "Rethink Day" - 1 day’s additional leave (pro rata) on your Birthday
• Eyecare vouchers
• Flexible working  

Don’t just change jobs, change lives!

Just a couple of final things,

We welcome applications from everyone, applicants with lived experience, those who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning+ (LGBTQ+), people with a disability, or those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds are actively encouraged to apply. We are proud to have also been awarded Disability Confident employer status. We have an ambition of becoming an anti-racist organisation and we recognise there is more to do in ensuring our recruitment is fair and inclusive, which is why we are recruiting new roles in helping us to achieve this.  Please be mindful that we may close adverts early if we receive a high volume of applications which is why we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.