Following a significant increase in the Bridge Group's size and impact, this pivotal new role will develop and manage the operations of the Charity to support the delivery of our strategy. This will include: further developing and managing systems and processes relating to finance, HR and operations; supporting the governance of the Charity; and in all matters ensuring successful operations and compliance with regulations and requirements.

We offer flexible and remote working and are open to considering applicants who prefer to work part-time. The role includes 28 days annual leave, plus the eight statutory Bank and public holidays.

Please download the Job specification pdf below for more information about the role and how to apply (CV+Cover letter). 

We will invite shortlisted applicants to an interview on Tuesday 21st April.

Duties and key responsibilities

Personal Assistant to the CEO

• Manage and coordinate the CEO’s diary, including arranging meetings and schedules.
• Manage and arrange UK and worldwide travel, visas and accommodation for the CEO.
• Monitor and administer the CEO’s expenses and credit card records.
• Draft correspondence for the CEO as appropriate and supports the communication lines between the CEO and the Trustees, including induction and training.
• The PA and Operations Officer is required to attend MAP Board meetings, Sub-committee meetings, Senior Management Meetings and Staff Meetings. They are responsible for:
  • Arranging suitable venues and refreshments are available
  • Preparing and distributing agendas and papers
  • Taking minutes of meetings and recording actions
• Manage, administer or develop relationships and projects on the CEO’s behalf.
• Ensure efficient electronic filing systems are maintained in the Governance and Facilities folders as and when requested.

Facilities

• Ensure that building maintenance and office space issues are managed proactively and engage contractors where appropriate.  Invoice and collection of Insurance & Rent from MAP Annex building (Flat 1 and Flat 2).
• Ensure effective communication with suppliers including the ordering, installation and maintenance of the alarm and keyholding systems, office equipment and furniture, keys, telephones, stationery, and other equipment required for the smooth running of the office.
• Liaise with support contractors with regards to the maintenance of office equipment, including telecoms equipment and cabling, photocopiers, fax, Franking Machine and kitchen equipment.
• Manage contract cleaning, recycling, and waste disposal companies.
• Ensure that the communal areas are maintained clean and tidy and manage the provision of sundries in the kitchen.
• Ensure that the post is delivered and collected daily.
• Liaise with the HR Manager to ensure that a Health and Safety Risk assessment is carried out and actioned yearly, and to act as Health and Safety Co-ordinator to ensure that MAP meets all its health and safety obligations.
• To arrange appropriate insurance for equipment, premises, employers and public liability and travel.
• Welcome visitors to the office and ensure all visitors are dealt with courteously (meeting/greeting/coffees etc).
• Develop and rollout a call management system at MAP.
• Co-ordinate all incoming and outgoing mail, taxi, and courier requirements.
• Maintain a petty cash tin under the IMPREST system, including payment of volunteer expenses and ad hoc purchases for the office.
• Book travel arrangements, including travel insurance, when required for UK office staff, guests, and those visiting from MAP’s overseas offices.

HR Administration

• Manage HR system for any variances and ensure that all performance management, leave, TOIL and sickness records are properly recorded.
• Ensure that forms are issued and returned in time, and that any follow up action is documented and actioned on time, with all documentation being filed on relevant personal files.
• Organise interview arrangements for candidates and other recruitment administration such as filing interview forms etc.
• Ensure that all new staff in UK, including volunteers, receive relevant joiner information and that they receive HR/Facilities/ Health and safety Induction. Also receive DSE link and any follow-ups.
• Liaise with the HR Manager on matters regarding staff training, and to make appropriate bookings and issue documentation to all participants.
• Support HR Manager with various HR projects.
• Support cascade of HR priorities in MAP country offices.

We are a medium sized grass roots charity working on the refugee crisis within Europe.  We are recruiting a second Operations Coordinator for a 6-12 month contract, to join our team based at our main distribution centre. Reporting directly to the CEO this is an excellent opportunity to work for a great cause and gain international experience with the support and direction of someone who knows the workings of the charity inside out. Whilst this is a challenging position, you will be given a thorough induction and will be working alongside another Operations Coordinator who is already in place.

We have implemented a raft of new procedures to protect our staff, our volunteers and the refugees from Covid-19. These need to be rigoursly applied. As front-line staff, humanitarian aid workers are needed to respond to this emergency and, as a crisis response charity, Care4Calais is determined to do all we can to ensure the most vulnerable are not forgotten in these dire times.

The complex logistics of ensuring the safety and wellbeing of refugees and people continually on the move is one of our key challenges with aid needed in various locations and a consistently fluid situation.  Candidates will naturally need strong organisational skills, and have the temperament to make numerous important, and compassionate, decisions every day.

With a changing team of more than 2,000 volunteers assisting us in 2019, the relationships you build with your voluntary team leaders will be key to the success of this role.  We have recruited some strong team leaders who are highly valued and truly live our values.

The Operations Coordinator will be required to: co-ordinate operations and lead teams distributing aid to refugees in challenging situations; coordinate and motivate teams of volunteers; and manage warehouse operations and logistics.

The refugee crisis is politically controversial, and the debate and sensitivity around this often heightens within Europe.  An awareness of the risks and consequences of public actions and statements by of our personnel is therefore necessary.

Characteristics

The candidate needs to display clear leadership ability, with the capability to act with initiative and drive in a variety of situations. Requires a positive mental attitude with a warm friendly persona, who will be able to motivate and enable volunteers to complete challenging jobs over long hours in our warehouses and coordinate deliveries across the region. Also needs to be aware of surroundings, risk management and safety issues whilst working inside informal, illegal settlements on distributions of essential items and food to a wide range of cultural backgrounds. Is required to present a professional, respectful attitude towards police and other government authorities to enable the charity to continue working in controlled areas.

Functions

Lead Distributions

Will be required to lead distributions of essential supplies and clothing, ensuring volunteer safety through calm confident leadership. Will be able to clearly brief volunteer teams on safety procedures and structured distributions within informal settlements. Will possess ability to assess threats and reduce tensions through appropriate body language and measured verbal communication with a variety of cultures and backgrounds. Will manage large volumes of data coming in from across centres ensuring a good knowledge of conditions across the region with support provided as appropriate.

Lead Warehouse Work

Will have the ability to motivate volunteers in warehouse operations, enabling a positive work environment and solving problems as they arise. Will be able to quickly train and brief volunteers in sorting and organising donations, ensuring quality checks and procedures are adhered to. Will have knowledge of or be open to learning basic warehouse management and storage procedures, recognising the importance of tidiness and maintaining order to enable quick access to resources.

Manage Volunteers

Will be capable of managing volunteer motivation and expectations, with respect to activities likely to be conducted, and the importance and relevance of these actions to the overall operations conducted by the charity. Will have ability to challenge and motivate people to approach new situations whilst recognising individual limitations and difficulties. Will enable a good working environment by mediating volunteer differences and leading by example with acceptance of a range of attitudes, backgrounds and cultures, recognising that each volunteer has an ability to contribute if utilised in the right manner.

Secondary Desired Functions

Degree in appropriate field

3 years or more driving experience

Experience working in informal settlements or abroad

Experience working in volunteer organisations

Word processing and data entry skills

Note: the above represents a challenging role which will enable development and demonstration of high level skills,.  Appropriate training and support will be provided

Please provide a covering letter that explains why you are suitable for this role and why you want to work for Care4Calais - We will only consider applications that are accompanied by a covering letter.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Office Manager to join a forward thinking and creative management team in Sheffield, to deliver exceptional support to people with mental health and learning disabilities in a supported living/outreach setting.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Quality Administrator/Office Manager who is able to:

• Contribute to social care quality assurance, and ensure there is evidence for our regulators and the local authority. 
• Manage and coordinate a busy service in relation to all administrative duties.
• Work alongside the Registered Manager and Senior Manager in the preparation and coordination of operational reports for the Management Team.
• Support the Registered Manager in preparing and presenting reports and reviewing information received. (such as safeguarding, incidents, complaints & compliments etc).

The ideal candidate will be proficient in all aspects of IT and Office Management. They will be able to prepare, analyse, record and present data to a very high standard. It is expected that the post holder will hold advanced excel/equivalent or can demonstrate experience of this requirement in advance and at interview.

The post holder must be able to plan and prioritise a varied workload, exercising appropriate judgement and responding promptly and appropriately to all enquiries.  The post holder will be required to handle information of a confidential nature and must observe the highest standards of professionalism, discretion and confidentiality.  The post holder will demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise professionally with service users, staff and external stakeholders.

 The post provides an opportunity to develop your people management skills, take part in the wider services’ review processes.

Successful candidates will be supported and encouraged to develop and enhance their skills and qualifications through Creative Academy. Comprehensive support and mentoring will be provided to the successful applicant to enable them to meet the expectations of the post.

A home is a fundamental human need, as vital as education or healthcare. But in Britain today, that right is denied to millions of people whose lives are blighted by homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. For over 50 years Shelter have been striving for change and leading the way in response to what has become a national emergency.

Job Title: Assistant Director of Governance, Planning and Property

Location: London

Salary: £60k

Shelter exists to defend the right to a safe home. Every year, we help defend the rights of millions struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support, and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, a safe home will be a reality for everyone.

The Assistant Director of Governance, Planning & Property, a newly created role, which will be an integral role within Shelter's strategic and operational leadership teams. You will be responsible for providing strategic leadership for operational planning & performance, risk management, property, procurement and governance frameworks. Working closely with the Senior Executive Team, peers and other stakeholders, to support and foster key decision making across the charity which feeds into the strategic ambitions of the organisation.

We are looking for an exceptional individual with a successful leadership track record, of developing, driving and supporting operational planning and performance management with a diverse range of stakeholders. With significant experience of charity governance and working with non-executive trustees and committees, you will act as a strategic enabler in delivering cross organisational activity and strategic objectives.

You will enjoy cultivating positive relationships working across the whole organisation having substantial input to high level decision making. Offering personal credibility and commercial acumen you will demonstrate a personal commitment to ensure Shelter achieves its purpose.

This is a unique opportunity for someone who wants to make a difference in a vibrant and exciting charity.

For further information about this exciting opportunity, and to find out how to apply, please visit the dedicated microsite via the Apply button.

Recruitment Timetable

Deadline for applications: 5 April 2020

Interviews with Prospectus: 13 April - 1 May 2020

Interviews with Shelter: w/c: 11 May 2020 & w/c: 18 May 2020

These dates may be subject to change and applicants will be advised in advance should this happen.

If after reviewing the microsite you feel you meet the criteria and you would like to have an informal discussion about this role, please contact Alex Williams or Suzannah Fazackerley at Prospectus. 

Shelter is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. Applications are welcomed from all sections of the community. Appointments are made on merit.

Education Support, a well-established mental health and wellbeing UK charity is looking for a part-time Management Accounts Assistant.

This is a new role to provide timely and accurate management information. You will be managing a transaction officer, and you will be responsible for all accounting records being recorded in a timely and accurate manner, produce reports on all aspects of financial activity including monthly management accounts for review by the Head of Finance.  As you would be working in a small finance team, you will need to be able to hit the ground running with good excel skills and be able to handle tasks without extensive supervision.

A job description is available for you to download.  To find out more about Education Support and to apply follow the apply link below.  You will need to provide a CV and a cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements of the job. 

A home is a fundamental human need, as vital as education or healthcare. But in Britain today, that right is denied to millions of people whose lives are blighted by homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. For over 50 years Shelter have been striving for change and leading the way in response to what has become a national emergency.

Job Title: Assistant Director of Finance

Location: London

Salary: £65k

Shelter exists to defend the right to a safe home. Every year, we help defend the rights of millions struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support, and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, a safe home will be a reality for everyone.

The Assistant Director of Finance, a newly created role, will be an integral role within our Strategic and Operational Leadership Team. Working closely with the Senior Executive Team, peers and other stakeholders, you will be responsible for providing financial insights and ensuring comprehensive and robust financial management, policies and controls are in place to actively contribute to the delivery of Shelter's ambitious strategy and meet all the business needs.

We are looking for a fully qualified accountant, with significant leadership and team management experience, and excellent attention to detail. You will have significant experience of building and delivering through high performing and outcome-focused teams.

You will enjoy cultivating positive relationships working across the whole organisation having substantial input to high level decision making. Offering personal credibility and commercial acumen you will demonstrate a personal commitment to ensure Shelter is financially sustainable in order to achieve it purpose.

This is a unique opportunity for someone who wants to make a difference in a vibrant and exciting charity.

For further information about this exciting opportunity, and to find out how to apply, please visit the dedicated microsite via the Apply button.

Recruitment Timetable

Deadline for applications: 5 April 2020

Interviews with Prospectus: 13 April - 1 May 2020

Interviews with Shelter: w/c: 11 May 2020 & w/c: 18 May 2020

These dates may be subject to change and applicants will be advised in advance should this happen.

If after reviewing the microsite you feel you meet the criteria and you would like to have an informal discussion about this role, please contact Alex Williams or Suzannah Fazackerley at Prospectus.

Shelter is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. Applications are welcomed from all sections of the community. Appointments are made on merit.

Do you enjoy working with people? Could you ensure that every visitor has a positive experience during their visit? Do you want to work in a fun vibrant team?

We are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly person with a positive attitude to join our team. You will be very capable of taking decisions on your own, as you will have overall accountability of the centre during your shift. This role is extremely hands on and every day is different. Tasks will range from dealing with visitor’s queries, health and safety issues and procedures, room bookings, trading operations and banking.

Duty Manager
Salary: £11.52 per hour
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Average of 34 hours per month across the year (to be discussed with successful candidate). Majority of time will be weekend working
Based: The Nature Discovery Centre, Thatcham

The successful candidate will be passionate about providing exceptional customer service and confident in their abilities to resolve complex customer issues. You will also be able to work well and communicate with a wide range of people to establish good working relationships, and support and cooperate with others. Confident in your ability to stay calm under pressure,

Enthusiasm, energy and the ability to deal with difficult situations in a busy environment is vital!

The Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust is a membership-based voluntary organisation, managing over 80 nature reserves, influencing land management and educating and encouraging all sectors of the community to care for local wildlife.

The closing time and date for applications is 9.00am Thursday 9th April 2020.
Interviews will be held at The Nature Discovery Centre w/c 13th April.

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 where you can download the job pack and application form.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

No agencies please.

Job title: Casual General Assistant – Halsey House

Location: Cromer, East of England

Directorate: Operations

Contract: Casual hours

Salary: £8.96 per hour, plus 50p market supplement per hour

About The Royal British Legion

The Legion is at the heart of a national network that supports our Armed Forces community through thick and thin – ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten. We’ve been here since 1921 and we’ll be here as long as they need us.

Our Values and Behaviours

Does the following describe you?

• A desire to provide a great customer service and support
• Enjoy and thrive in working in teams and with others
• Passionate about supporting the Armed Forces community and honouring their contribution
• Come to work each day to be the best you can and to learn and develop
• An encourager, eager to share your knowledge and experience to help others

If so then we would like to hear from you ….

The Legion Needs You

During the COVID-19 outbreak the safety and well-being of the elderly and most vulnerable in our community, including our veteran population, is our highest priority. The Legion is in need of General Assistants to ensure we can withstand the challenges resulting from Coronavirus.

We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our team at Galanos House, Southam on a casual basis.

Working to a set routine, you will be responsible for either assisting kitchen staff in preparing food, washing kitchen equipment and serving meals in the dining room. We also have shifts available in our housekeeping and laundry teams.

You will have a good standard of numeracy and literacy and have knowledge of Basic Food Hygiene (qualification in this area would be an advantage).

Please note this role is based at our Care Home, which is located at Halsey House, 31 Norwich Road, Cromer, NR27 0BA.

How to Apply

Anyone interested in this casual role is encouraged to apply online

Closing date for this role is: 12th April 2020.

We are looking for a pro-active and efficient individual with an eye for detail to join our growing Transport team in Edinburgh as Team Assistant.

Reporting to the Programme Manager, you will be responsible for providing day-to-day administrative support for the technical and business transport advice programme. This will be a varied role which will include duties such as managing shared inboxes and distributing information to the wider team, to using your excellent communication skills to collect data from organisations and individuals on the phone and via email.

We are looking for someone who has experience of using excel to manage large data sets confidently, and who is a good team player with a can-do attitude - willing to help out as necessary across programmes in a large team. An interest in environmental issues associated with transport or the wider environmental sector would be of benefit.

You must have experience of performing administrative tasks and be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written.

For more information and to apply please visit our website.

Applications close 5pm, Thursday 26 March 2020.

Only people with the right to work in the UK may apply for this position.

We are looking for a very organised individual, with strong written and verbal communication skills, to support the CEO, team and Board of Trustees and ensure the smooth running of the Community Foundation. 

You will join a small, busy, friendly and capable team and have opportunities to work across a variety of projects and spheres, including contact with other community foundations nationally.

PLEASE NOTE THAT BECAUSE OF THE CORONAVIRUS CRISIS WE ARE UNABLE TO PROGRESS RECRUITMENT FOR THIS ROLE. WE ARE LEAVING THE ADVERTISMENT UP AND WILL LOOK AT YOUR APPLICATION SHOULD YOU WISH TO SEND IT IN, BUT WE ARE UNABLE JUST AT PRESENT TO GIVE A TIMESCALE FOR A RESPONSE. AS THE SITUATION REMAINS SO UNCERTAIN, WE ARE NOT YET SURE WHEN AND IF WE WILL READVERTISE. 

WE ARE SORRY ABOUT THIS AND LIKE EVERYONE ELSE HOPE TO BE BACK TO NORMAL AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. TAKE CARE.

Could you be our next Snow-Camp London Programme Manager?

We are looking for a new London Programme Manager at Snow-Camp to manage our range of youth programmes. 

Snow-Camp is the UK’s only registered charity using a unique combination of snowsports, life-skills sessions, qualifications and vocational training programmes to support inner-city young people.

This is a really exciting opportunity to play a key role in Snow-Camp’s development over the coming years. So if you love working with young people and have solid experience delivering youth programmes, combined with a passion for snowsports – and if you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role working with a committed team of staff at Snow-Camp and some amazing young people – this job could be the job for you!

Summary of Main Duties

The London Programme Manager, reporting to the Programme Director, is responsible for delivering and developing the full Snow-Camp London journey of programmes. Which involves a range of snowsports and life-skills focused youth activities run by Snow-Camp throughout the year, taking a young person form a beginner skier or snowboarder right through to a qualified Snowsport England Level 1 instructor. The role also includes managing the Assistant Programme Manager and supporting them in managing the Snow-Camp London Apprenticeship programme in partnership with our training provider.

Experience of working successfully with disadvantaged young people in a range of settings will be essential to the post. Furthermore, experience within a snowsports field and passion for supporting young people generally will be a huge advantage!

Project and people management skills, logistical skills, managing relationships, communication and presentation skills, experience of delivering life-skills or similar courses to motivate young people, excellent IT skills – these will all make up the job.

This is a key post within Snow-Camp requiring at least 2 year’s experience involving the above skills, together with proven project management and budgeting experience.

This post is based in our London Office at the House of Sport. With programmes delivered across London and at the Snow Centre, Hemel Hempsted. 

Salary: £22,500 - £25,500 per annum dependent on qualifications and experience (plus up to a 10% performance bonus paid annually upon achievements of targets, once probation is passed)

To apply please send your CV and a covering letter addressing the points in the Personal Specification (in additional documents section)

The deadline for applications is 12 midday on Monday 1st June 2020

For more information and an informal chat please contact Operations Director Lara Kinnear.

Snow-Camp is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, references will be sought and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check

Job title: Casual General Assistant – Galanos House

Location: Southam

Directorate: Operations

Contract: Casual hours

Salary: £8.96 per hour

About The Royal British Legion

The Legion is at the heart of a national network that supports our Armed Forces community through thick and thin – ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten. We’ve been here since 1921 and we’ll be here as long as they need us.

The Legion Needs You

During the COVID-19 outbreak the safety and well-being of the elderly and most vulnerable in our community, including our veteran population, is our highest priority. The Legion is in need of General Assistants to ensure we can withstand the challenges resulting from Coronavirus.

We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our team at Galanos House, Southam on a casual basis.

Working to a set routine, you will be responsible for either assisting kitchen staff in preparing food, washing kitchen equipment and serving meals in the dining room. We also have shifts available in our housekeeping and laundry teams.

You will have a good standard of numeracy and literacy and have knowledge of Basic Food Hygiene (qualification in this area would be an advantage).

Please note this role is based at our Care Home which is located at Galanos House, Banbury Road, Southam, Warwickshire, CV47 2BL

How to Apply

Anyone interested in any this casual role is encouraged to apply online

Closing date for this role is: 12th April 2020.

Working alongside a 0.4 FTE Management Accountant, this role has joint responsibility for the operation of an effective and efficient management accounting function, including many aspects of monthly reporting and forecasting. The role gives support to the annual budgeting process and 5-year planning and may also involve scenario modelling and preparing reports for stakeholders.

Client Details

The client we a working with is a leading religious charity based in London operating across the whole of the UK comprising of parishes, cathedrals, churches and religious bodies.

Description

The responsibilities of the Assistant Management Accountant include:

Finance Accounts Processes:

• Weekly processing of purchase requisitions/expenses on Navision for payment
• Reconciliation of supplier/vendor accounts
• Direct debit payment and invoice postings

Management accounts and budget processes:

• Coordination of the monthly management accounts process, in consultation with the management accountant
• Supporting the management accountant in the production of the monthly management accounts
• Supporting the process to set the Parish Standard Cost (Setting timetable and deliverables schedule, meeting with key stakeholders and producing final Parish Standard Cost figures)
• Supporting the management accountant with the production of the annual budget and 5-year plans

Profile

The successful Assistant Management Accountant must be at least part qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA with at least two to three years experience working in an accounts function.

The Assistant Management Accountant will also have excellent communication skills, great attention to detail, able to work to deadlines, be proactive as well as being positive and a team player.

Job Offer

On offer for the successful Assistant Management Accountant is a salary of up to £28,400 pro rata as well as a season ticket loan, 15% employer pension contribution, flexible working and much more.