Company Description

The European Climate Foundation (ECF) was founded in 2008 as a major philanthropic initiative to help tackle climate change by fostering the development of a low-carbon society at the national, European and global level.

We support over 280 partner organisations to carry out activities that contribute to the public debate on climate action, drive urgent and ambitious policy in support of the objectives of the Paris Agreement and help deliver a socially responsible transition to a net-zero emissions economy and sustainable society in Europe and around the world.

About the role

As the Senior Associate for Food, Nature and Climate, you will be part of the ECF’s Strategic Communications team. The ECF’s Strategic Communications team is the communications unit of the foundation. Its role is to act as a centre of expertise for communication on climate change and to play an active role in helping create more political, media and public endorsement for action at an international, national and sectoral level.

This role will help lead several workstreams and outcomes to achieve political change around the nexus of food, nature and climate team. It will involve a deep knowledge of the issues at stake, diplomacy in approaching and engaging partners, and proven recording in understanding how to achieve change. For the right candidate there is the opportunity to develop political strategy and communication skill sets as well as embracing creative opportunities to influence and advise key actors in this space.

This role is an exciting opportunity for someone with a proven track record in coalition building and campaigning with a deep interest in climate, agriculture and biodiversity issues to engage and play an active role in helping accelerate new approaches to address the connected crises.

This job offers an excellent opportunity to engage with and support a new workstream around Strategic Communications within the ECF. The post holder will play a key role in co-developing strategy, providing strategic advice, building coalitions and seizing opportunities to deliver political change.

Key responsibilities

• Strategy co-development: supporting co-developing political strategies harnessing the insights from our partners that can help bring about structural change and transformational action around food, nature and climate
• Networking: building partnerships with key individuals across civil society, farmers, communications and progressive business.
• Alignment and Support: working with our partners to convene and align around key issues and moments, embracing the diversity of actors and approaches and nurturing their political communications capacity
• Prospecting and Adapting: supporting the Director in scoping opportunities and risks on the nexus of food, nature and climate that can change the politics and economics of the issue, as well as identifying potential new partners and projects
• Project Management and Planning: Managing multi-partner projects aimed at transforming the political economy of the food, nature and climate system

Requirements

Experience and competencies

We are seeking a candidate with: 

• A genuine interest in the mission and values of the ECF
• 5+ years of experience supporting and delivering successful strategic political and communication campaigns around the nexus of food, nature and climate
• Deep understanding of the political and power structures that shape nature, climate and food
• Natural collaborator and coalition builder, with the disposition to work generously to forge rich and trusted partnerships with a diverse range of organisations and individuals and well established professional networks
• Agile and enabling leader, to adapt to changes in the politics and circumstances, with the ability to deliver and implement through others
• Strong experience in project and programme management, as well as team leadership
• Very strong verbal, written and presentation skills in English – Portuguese and Mandarin also an asset
• Proven track record of working in an environment that demands professionalism, discretion and confidentiality
• A commitment to an inclusive and empowering approach to facing climate, nutrition and biodiversity challenges

• Experience of working in a global network and comfortable with multicultural settings
• The disposition to work with colleagues in a high-trust international community of peers with a spirit of generosity and mutual support
• The versatile and adaptable skills necessary to flourish in a fast-paced and wide-ranging work environment and work across phone/video conferencing, time zones, Slack, email, Trello, etc.

Desirable

• A background in Terrestrial and Marine Biodiversity politics and policies
• Experience in engaging philanthropic foundations
• Previous experience working with communications professionals

Other information

What we offer

• The unique opportunity to work as part of a highly dynamic, small team who combine their passion to make a difference with a rigorous and results-oriented approach to work

• On-the-job mentoring and a space to develop and challenge yourself
• A 12-month fixed term contract with the possibility for extension

Location

London

Start date

As soon as possible

How to apply

To apply, please upload below your CV and a short cover letter (500 words max) explaining your interest and expertise on the issue and earliest availability. 

https://cezanneondemand.intervieweb.it/europeanclimate/jobs/senior_associate_food_nature_and_climate_8556/en/

Endeavour is on a journey of development under our new CEO and is looking for a senior finance person with wider business skills to join the senior leadership team and aid in the growth of this exciting Youth Charity. Seeking a fully or part qualified professional who demonstrates extensive financial expertise & business acumen and experience in a leadership role. We are looking for the right person as well as the right skills and experience and hope that this person is someone who can grow and develop with the role as the organisation rebuilds for the future.

Role

To provide financial management of Endeavour’s resources, and ensure all financial legislative requirements are met.

To be an active member of the Senior Management team with responsibility for driving forward the strategic and operational performance of the organisation.

Duties

• To develop & maintain Endeavour’s financial management and accounting systems in accordance with the changing needs of the organisation.
• To oversee the smooth running of daily financial processing, including invoicing, banking and payroll
• To prepare annual accounts and the associated documentation according to Charity and Company law for Endeavour and its trading subsidiary, and liaise with external auditors.
• To ensure the CEO and Board are aware of current legislation and best practice, particularly relating to Charity and SORP regulations.
• To report to the Board regularly on the financial performance of the organisation and to attend the Board of Trustees meetings.
• The forecasting and modelling of short, medium and long term resources, risks and opportunities.
• To complete and submit all appropriate financial returns (e.g. HMRC, Charities Commission, Companies House etc.) as and when required.
• To be responsible for the production of management accounts, cash flows and financial reports, including those requested by funding bodies.
• To manage the day-to-day activities and ongoing development of the Finance Officer.
• To prepare the financial elements of funding bids, and contribute to other elements as appropriate including reporitng and evidencing of spend.
• To ensure Endeavour maximises its income by promoting Giftaid, and applying Charity VAT reliefs where appropriate.
• To increase financial awareness within the organisation and develop financial and budgeting skills of colleagues.
• To work closely with other members of the senior management team to ensure all activities are aligned with Endeavour’s organisational goals and mission.
• To act as Company Secretary and ensure all legislative requirements of Companies House and the Charity Commission are adhered to.
• Attend staff meetings and other meetings as appropriately required.
• Adhere to protocols for safe working, data protection and confidentiality requirements.
• Take an active part in the runing and development of the organisation as part of the Senior Managemnt Team
• Carry out any other reasonable duties within the function commensurate with the level of responsibilities of the post

Qualifications and Experience:

• The ability to work accurately and effectively under pressure, prioritising workload to achieve deadlines
• Knowledge of financial processes and procedures, including budgeting, cash flows and production of management accounts
• Knowledge of Charity financial reporting requirements and legislation, including SORP requirements, Giftaid and charity VAT reliefs
• Experience of producing Annual Accounts and returns for Companies House and the Charity Commission.
• Experience of payroll processing, including auto-enrolment pensions
• Qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA), industry with ideally some charity experience,
• Senior management and leadership experience, ideally a minimum of three years
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Understanding and management of risks and issues
• Development of robust strategic development plans
• Empathy with the needs of young people and, ideally, experience of working in or with the voluntary sector
• Experience of promoting equality of opportunity in the workplace
• Clean driving licence

Skills:

• Strong financial planning, forecasting and modelling skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a broad range of stakeholders including auditors and Board members
• Being able to envision a strategic overview beyond financial considerations
• Ability to determine priorities and targets and how to achieve them
• Resilience, tenacity and strong influencing skills
• Excellent collaborative worker
• Self-starter, able to work alone
• Confident user of Excel, Word and accounting and banking software
• Understanding of the needs and working practices of differing organisations

• A flexible approach to work including willingness to take on tasks outside the normal remit
• A positive “can do” attitude

Us

We work with schools and local authorities to provide specialist tutors for Looked After Children and those with a SEND. We also support mentoring and engagement/re-engagement to young people in need of Alternative Provision.

We believe that with the right support and role model in their lives, every child can grow in confidence and succeed in learning.

We are on the lookout for a new Operations Associate who will help us build a network of committed teachers and mentors to provide support to the UK's most vulnerable children.

You

As well as having an infectious passion for the cause, the candidate must have an excellent knowledge of the sector and the current state of educational provisions for YP with a SEND and Looked After Children. Please only apply if you care about improving educational outcomes of young people and have expertise in the space.

As number 6 in the company, you’ll be an integral part of the early growth of the venture. We’d like someone to learn with us, share in our vision and be prepared for the ups and the downs of our journey. You should be happy to operate in an environment with few corporate structures.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

1. Leading the growth of our teacher workforce right across England
2. Work with the Operations team to streamline the recruitment funnel and build automations
3. Be proactive in exploring new recruitment channels
4. Push candidates through the funnel, including reviewing and vetting CVs, conducting interviews and processing documents
4. Execute and analyse recruitment strategies around key settlements
5. Conduct regular cost-per-hire analysis for different strategies and regions
6. Frequent engagement with teacher workforce
7. Grow our peer-to-peer referral scheme

Personality

- Confidence on the phone and email
- Relish taking on new projects and solving complex problems without having their hand held. The best candidate will have demonstrable experience building something or launching projects in a small team or on their own.
- Proficient using all Google products (Docs, Sheets, Cal) and CRMs (Trello, SalesForce, Airtable) - a bonus
- Exceptional time management and organisation
- Have an ethical approach to business

Director of Development and Employment
Permanent, Full-time
Leeds with regular national travel
c. £110,000 per annum

Part of the NHS Confederation, NHS Employers is the employers organisation for the NHS in England working on behalf of the Department of Health & Social Care and the NHS to:
• Lead key areas of policy delivery, particularly in relation to partnership working with trade union and staff organisations
• Act as the voice of employers, representing their needs in the service of their people, patients and communities
• Supporting employers with resources to improve their experience of their people, and hence their patients

We are seeking a successful and experienced HR leader to join our team, who is highly effective in building purposeful relationships, working collaboratively and leading people. You will also be able to demonstrate a track record of delivery in the areas of workforce policy and practice. Experience in healthcare is not essential, but evidence of improving people management policy and practice is.

Closing Date: 7th February 2020
Interviews are planned for 25th February 2020
 

Director of Evidence & Policy

Reports to: CEO

Based at: Coeliac UK Head Office, High Wycombe with the possibility to regularly work from home by prior agreement with your line manager

Salary grade table: Specialist (SP1), c. £50k

Hours: 35 hours per week. Hours to be agreed with your line manager. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required

Holiday: 36 days holiday a year including bank holidays 

Line management: 6.0 FTEs is envisaged

The Role: 

Working as a member of the senior management team to lead the charity in the strategic development of its knowledge base on health and food sector issues related to coeliac disease and the gluten free diet, and the subsequent use of the evidence base in policy development and for campaigning. The creation, analysis and interpretation of evidence will also underpin service development for members and business development opportunities. The role will also play a key representational role among stakeholders in the health and food sectors

Key responsibilities:

• Work as part of the senior management team to develop plans and budgets to deliver the charity’s strategic aims and provide leadership to staff

• Working with our expert advisers to assess the evidence base and identify gaps and potential developments in our work in conjunction with Governors and staff to prioritise and effectively close the gap

• Develop systems and approaches to gather and critically review available scientific evidence on coeliac disease, the gluten free diet and standards associated with gluten free food manufacturing and catering

• Develop and implement research projects which fill the evidence gap

• Create and maintain clear positions for policymakers in response to the evidence base

• Monitor developments and policies associated with healthcare provision and food regulation

• Oversee the management of the charity’s work in devolved administration areas

• Ensure the Chief Executive, Board of Governors and organisation are briefed on any important policy and standards issues

• Ensure appropriate and easy to use access to our knowledge base for all charity staff

• Play a key representational role for the charity among stakeholders from the food and health sectors including identifying and developing relationships with stakeholders valuable to the charity and deliver expert guidance and advice to stakeholders on matters related to food and health policy

• Lead your team to deliver against plan and budget

• Manage staff against the charity’s policies and values

 

Knowledge, skills and experience:

• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills

• Strategic thinker with ability to analyse data and draw meaningful conclusions

• Broad understanding of key scientific evidence base and research techniques 

• Excellent written and oral communication skills with ability to convey complex information in an accessible way for a range of non expert audiences, occasionally within short time frames

• Broad understanding of food and health sectors in support of networking and influencing

• Excellent ICT skills and digitally savvy

• Excellent planning and budgeting skills 

• Experienced manager with project management skills

• Relevant professional standards maintained

• Ability to think strategically and translate to practical reality

• Supportive manager able to develop staff competencies

• High levels of numeracy and literacy

• Motivated, co-operative team player

 

Competencies:

1: General profile:

• Provides leadership for work groups representing multiple disciplines within a functional area or covering more than one functional area

• Recognised authority across the organisation and externally.  Operates with no supervision in a complex environment

• Provides leadership for staff and work teams or task forces in broad functional/process areas to solve complex and diverse issues

• Integrates the delivery of client service (internal and/or external clients) by multiple work groups to ensure that current and evolving client needs are met

2: Technical expertise; building & maintaining

• Resolves conflicts between work teams over resource allocation and other critical issues

• Has expert specialist/functional expertise in own discipline/area and broad knowledge of other disciplines within and across other functions

3: Client/organisation orientation; client response

• Integrates the delivery of client service (internal and/or external clients) by multiple work groups to ensure that current and evolving client needs are met

• Anticipates internal/external organisation and legislative issues impacting other areas of the organisation

• Develops and is accountable for budgetary/financial objectives for the functional/operational area planning process

4: Creating & delivering solutions; problem solving

• Applies broad and in-depth management knowledge to resolve multi-discipline or multi-functional/process problems

• Establishes medium to long-range plans for the work groups managed to achieve broader functional or cross-functional objectives. Contributes to strategy and policy development

5: Working relationship; communicating, negotiating & influencing

• Main focus is on influencing the organisation's strategy

• Manages the performance of direct reports

• Creates formal networks with key decision makers internally and influential players in their own discipline externally

6: Other

• Has vision of functional or team mission

• Accountable for projects or programmes involving multi-functional teams.  Impact is on functional organisation team or costs/expenses

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties to be performed by the employee. This job description may be altered to reflect the needs of the charity.

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A new exciting part time opportunity with CPSL Mind

CPSL Mind is a progressive and expanding mental health organisation, looking for individuals who are committed to improving the lives of people using mental health services.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance Lead to help us further strengthen our existing Finance function, and lead on pro-actively developing CPSL Mind’s operational finance functions.

Finance Lead
Hours: 22.5 hours per week
Based in our St Neots office initially, with travel across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Starting Salary: £15,791.51 per annum for 22.5 hours. (£26,319 FTE)
NJC Salary Scale Range 22 – 25

The successful post holder will work within the Finance & Resources team, to ensure the delivery of high quality services. This role will be based initially at our St. Neots office. 

To apply for this post, you must have at least 3 years’ experience in a previous financial role, including payroll processing, preferably with experience of Xero or Sage 50.  You should be able to work accurately and with close attention to detail, in a busy working environment, demonstrating excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Closing date: Monday 3rd February 2020, 09:00 hours
Interviews: Monday 10th February 2020 in our Peterborough office

PLEASE PRESS THE 'APPLICATION DETAILS' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW TO APPLY

We will only accept complete applications, which should include: Application Form, Covering Letter and completed Equal Opportunities Form. 

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

No agencies please. 

Harris Hill are delighted to be recruiting for a PA to Director of Grants Programmes for a great Membership Organisation. The successful candidate will also be responsible for supporting 3 other heads of departments. Experience in a similar position is essential.

The successful candidate will have charity or non-profit experience.

Please only apply if you are immediately available or within 1 week.

Job Title: PA to Director of Grants Programmes

Salary: £ 22.98

Hours: 35 per week

Location: London

Temporary contract for: 1-month, possible extension or to go permanent

Start: ASAP

Key responsibilities:

* Directly responsible for providing full administrative support to the Director of Grants programmes and Grant Senior Leadership Team (SLT), including diary management and associated administration, travel, logistics and finance support (purchase orders, invoices and expenses).

* Undertaking and supporting sectional projects within the Grants Team as required by Director of Grant programmes.
* Inbox management for the SLT as requested. This includes organising folders, responding to emails as required and sending out emails on their behalf.
* Support the delivery of sectional events. This includes sending invitations, tracking responses, organising catering, booking the venue, liaising with third parties and managing the logistics.
* Act as the central point of contact for requests for information from other Sections within the Society with regards to our award holders. Extracting the information requested from Flexi-Grant and ensuring that anything shared is in accordance with the GDPR.
* Travel management for the SLT and the wider Grants Team as requested. This includes visa applications, creating itineraries, troubleshooting when problems occur, booking flights, accommodation and other transport.
* Act as sectional coordinator, including organising sectional meetings, sending invitations, booking meeting rooms, creating agendas, liaising with speakers, taking minutes, following up on action items, organising catering and facilitating internal communications.

* Provide support to the Director in advance and during relevant committee meetings, including but not limited to the Grants Committee including scheduling, all arrangements for meetings, collation and distribution of papers and minute-taking.
* Preparing or ensuring that briefing documents are prepared as required and ensuring that all paperwork is provided in a timely manner ahead of relevant meetings

* Maintaining strict confidentiality and discretion when dealing with all correspondence and discussions

* Support the wider department as requested by the Director of Grant programme

Essential Experience/Skills

* Experience as a PA to Director
* Educated to 'A' level or equivalent, or vocational qualification
* Experience in a customer service and/or sales environment
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written)
* Excellent attention to detail and customer service skills
* Strong organisational skills
* Computer literate and knowledge of Microsoft Office
* Knowledge of conferencing booking system and travel booking systems
* Able to be flexible about working hours, including working evenings and weekends on occasion
* Experience using focal point software

If you feel that you have the above experience, please respond with your updated CV.

Please note that due to high levels of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted.

Interested in working for an organisation whose work supports the lives of vulnerable members of society across the country?

Do you have proven experience working in a rents and service charge-based role?

If yes, then this could be the role for you!

My client is a London based organisation who is looking for an Assistant Accountant for Rents and Service Charge to join their team on a permanent basis. With flexible working arrangements, a competitive salary and excellent opportunities to develop professionally, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking to further their career in rent and service charge accounting.

The main responsibilities of this role include:

• Take the lead on reviewing the variances between service charge and expenditure, ensuring that all income is accounted for and investigating any discrepancies as required.
• Provide invaluable support in the yearly budget setting process for rent and service charges and assist in the preparation of new budgets as and when further properties are acquired.
• Full responsibility for ensuring that all cost data is collected and certified in an accurate and timely manner and to notify clients of changes to their service charges where necessary.
• Play a vital role in the month end procedures, preparing journals and reconciliations for areas relating to rent accounting.
• Build strong relationships with a variety of stakeholders, providing financial support and guidance to aid decision making and budget setting.

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience of working within a rent and service charge focused role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ideally experience working in the housing sector. However, candidates without this are still strongly encouraged to apply.
• Part-qualified as an accountant or be actively studying towards a relevant accountancy qualification.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel Skills.

If you are interested in this position, please apply immediately as applications are reviewed daily and this role may be filled before the closing date.

The Chief Financial Officer will provide advice on strategic financial issues, be responsible for financial management for the Academy and the leadership and management of the finance team.

The Chief Financial Officer is a key member of the Academy’s Senior Management Team and is expected to bring a modern, business-like approach to the leadership of the finance function, running it as a highly competent and efficient service. The appointee will develop and deliver a proactive, customer–focused service.

The Chief Financial Officer will line manage the Finance Controller, the Finance Officer and reports directly to the Principal and to the Board of Trustees.

In addition to leading the finance team, the Chief Financial Officer will contribute to strategy and policy development to support the academy’s aims and objectives, will ensure the provision of management information for the schools planning and monitoring systems, and will ensure the completion of statistical returns to external agencies.

Post Title:

Chief Financial Officer

Salary / Grade:

P07:  43-46:  £47,511- £50,448  (Outer London)

Responsible for:

The Finance Team

Responsible to:

  Principal

Key Contacts:

  Principal

  Chair of Governing Body

  Chair of the Resources committee

  Senior Leadership and Management Team

  Business Management Team (Support Services Manager, Chief Operations

  Officer, Human Resources Manager, Site Manager)

  Professional advisers including Auditors, Bankers, Investment advisers,

HMRC and relevant personnel within funding bodies

 The Chief Financial Officer will be directly responsible to the Principal who is the Accounting Officer for the

 Academy and is ultimately responsible for the proper financial conduct of the institution.

 The Chief Financial Officer will provide advice on strategic financial issues, be responsible for financial

 management for the Academy and the leadership and management of the financial team. 

 The Chief Financial Officer is a key member of the Academy’s senior management team and is expected to

 bring a modern, business-like approach to the leadership of the finance function, running it as a highly

 competent and efficient service. The appointee will develop and deliver a proactive, customer–focused

 service.

 The Finance Team consists of three staff, comprising one Finance Controller and a Finance Officer.

 The team is responsible for all aspects of financial management.

In addition to leading the finance team, the Chief Financial Officer will contribute to strategy and policy

development to support the academy’s aims and objectives, will ensure the provision of management

information for the schools planning and monitoring systems, and will ensure the completion of statistical

returns to external agencies.

Main Duties

  This is a senior management team post that will change over time and where the post holder needs to be

  responsive and proactive in the context of strategic priorities.  It is not possible therefore to set out a full

  range of duties.  The following is an indicative list.  It is not in order of importance.

  Leadership & Strategy

1. Attend SLT meetings as guided by the Principal and all Business Management Team meetings with the Head of IT, HR and Facilities and Governing Body meetings to provide financial advice.
2. To approve any changes in Payroll and HR processes proposed by HR Manager.
3. To be involved with the preparation of the census and review the final submission to ensure that student numbers and course completion are correctly built into budget plans.
4. Advise the Principal as Accounting Officer and the Trustees of their responsibilities under SORP, Companies House, the Trust’s Funding Agreement with the Department for Education, and the regulations of the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA).
5. In the absence of the Principal, support the designated Deputy Principal so that they can take delegated responsibility for financial decisions.
6. Ensure a sound Medium Term Financial Plan for the future development of the Academy in line with the Academy’s development priorities. (Maintaining a three and five year plan for the ESFA and Trustees)
7. To keep up to date with national issues relating to financial management of an Academy. Briefing the Principal and Trustees on the ESFA updates.
8. Negotiate, manage and monitor contracts, tenders and agreements for the provision of support and ancillary services.
9. Coordinate respective line managers to ensure that the recruitment, professional development, annual review and training of support staff is conducted appropriately.
10. To assist the Company Secretary for Highams Park Academy Trust.
11. Maintain the Academy’s Risk Register and Business Continuity Plan present this for review to the Governing Body on an annual basis.

1. Financial Resource Management

1. To be responsible for the effective design and management of financial procedures and internal controls.
2. Manage the work of the Finance Controller and the team to ensure that  financial procedures are followed, including:
   • Managing the Purchase ledger. Ordering, processing and payment for all goods and services provided by the Academy according to Scheme of Delegation
   • Operation of all bank accounts, ensuring that a full reconciliation is undertaken at least once a month with adequate segregation of duties in the preparation and approval of BACs runs.
   • Calculation of depreciation charge from the asset register and maintaining an accurate up to date Fixed Asset register.
   • Managing the sales ledger account. Preparation of invoices and collection of fees and other dues.
   • Ensuring the correct processing of VAT liabilities and providing detailed reconciliations.
   • Assisting with the termly audit visits to test the internal controls are robust and acting on recommendations for corrective action.
3. Check and challenge the work of the Finance Controller in their provision of detailed management accounts for the Principal and Trustees according to the agreed schedule, thus identifying and informing the Principal and Trustees of the causes of significant variance and take prompt corrective action and achieve value for money on a Monthly basis
4. Monitor all capital projects and submit returns to the ESFA.
5. Prepare Budget forecast returns for approval by Trustees
6. Discuss, negotiate, and submit a balanced budget to the Principal for submission to and approval by the Trustees.
7. Prepare all financial returns for the DfE and ESFA including the final accounts and liaise with the auditors and Companies House within statutory deadlines.
8. Ensure that the Finance Team provide timely in year budgetary information to budget holders.
9. Advise the Principal as Accounting Officer if non-compliant or fraudulent activities are suspected or uncovered, ensuring efficient operation according to agreed procedures and maintain those procedures by conducting at least an annual review.
10. Maintain a strategic financial plan that will indicate the trends and requirements of the Academy’s development plan and will forecast future year budgets.
11. Identify additional finance required to fund the Academy’s proposed activities.
12. Develop income streams through lettings and other activities within the ethos of the Academy and actively seek other funding opportunities
13. Seek and make use of specialist financial expertise, in order to select types of investments which are appropriate for the Academy, taking account of risks, views of stakeholders and identify possible and suitable providers in order to maximise return.
14. In conjunction with external consultants and / or other Senior Leaders present timely and fully costed proposals, recommendations or bids.
15. Put formal financial agreements in place with suitable providers for agreed amounts, at agreed times and appropriate agreed costs and repayment schedules.
16. Monitor the effectiveness and implementation of agreements; ensure best value principles are adopted.
17. Deal with the Academy’s rates valuation.
18. In conjunction with the auditors advise on the financial implications of charitable status with respect to the current and any future tax legislation.
19. Understand and advise the Principal of the financial effects and implications of government policies, legislation and directives for current initiatives and long term educational trends and developments
20. Ensure that the Finance Controller is acting as the point of contact with central government and other agencies, with regard to grant applications, gifts and other donations
21. Oversee ancillary services to include:
    • Energy supplies
    • Catering contract
    • Transport including minibuses and drivers
    • Bookings for Academy facilities
    • Provision of facilities for additional tuition out of school hours, including music lessons
22. Achievement of streamlined and cost-effective processes for financial administration.

1. Administration Management

Via the Support Services Manager:

1. Oversee the preparation and submission of the Census, Admissions and other returns within statutory guidelines.
2. Design and maintain administrative systems of the Academy, to deliver best outcomes based on the Academy’s core values and development aims.
3. Develop process measures that are affordable and that will enable value for money decisions for those managing resources
4. Working with the Support Services Manager establish, benchmark and use effective methods to review and improve administrative systems.
5. Obtain necessary licences and permissions and ensure their relevance and timeline

1. Management Information Systems & ICT

Via Deputy Principal and Chief Operations Officer:

1.  Ensure the provision of ICT and management information systems are delivered within budget.

1.  Human Resource Management

Via the Human Resource Manager:

1. Ensure that the following services are provided for the Academy:
   • payroll services for all Academy staff
   • all employment related policies are compliant with legislation including but not limited to safeguarding, employment protection, equal pay, sex discrimination, absence, recruitment, grievance, disciplinary and redundancy: and the communication and implementation of these polices to all staff.
   • Pre-employment clearance for new staff
   • Issue of contracts of employment for all staff
   • Review and updating of job descriptions for all staff
   • Attend employment tribunals as necessary
   • Maintain confidential staff records and ensure staff records held in the school by others are kept confidential
   • The use of specialist expertise in relation to HR issues
   • Maintain the Teachers pensions database and prepare the End of Year certificate and liaise with auditors to submit an audited return to Teachers Pensions each year.
2. Monitor levels of staffing absence and report as appropriate to the Principal
3. Advise the Principal on assessment of salaries, expenses, sickness and maternity procedures, redundancy and other matters of dismissal.
4. Oversee via respective line manager’s appraisal and development for all support staff
5. Administer pension schemes and associated services
6. Preparation and submission of the School Workforce Census

1. Facility & Property Management

Via the Deputy Principal and Site Manager ensure that:

1. Safe maintenance and security operations of Academy premises are in place.
2. Maintenance of the Academy site including the purchase and repair of all furniture and fittings is within budget
3. Utilities, site services and equipment continue to be available and value for money is secured
4. Ancillary site related services (e.g. cleaning, grounds maintenance) are monitored, managed effectively and secure value for money
5. Advise the Principal as to the financial implications of proposed and ongoing construction projects.
6. Support in the development and submission of capital bids
7. Monitor, assess and review contractual obligations for outsourced Academy services.
8. Seek professional advice on insurance and advise the Principal on all appropriate insurances (not exclusive of facility and property policies) for the Academy and implement and manage such insurance policies and claims accordingly.

1. Health & Safety

1. Act as the Academy’s Health & Safety Co-ordinator and Fire Officer
2. Plan, instigate and maintain records of fire practices and alarm tests
3. Ensure the Academy’s written Health & Safety policy statement is clearly communicated and available to all people

1. Ensure the Health & Safety is compliant with the requirements Health and safety at Work Act and other legislation then ensure that this is put into practice and is subject to review and assessment at regular intervals or as situations change
2. Enable regular consultation with people on health and safety issues and know how the main issues relate to Academy staff, visitors, contractors and other users of Academy premises and facilities
3. Ensure systems are in place to enable the identification of hazards and risk assessments, including a disaster recovery plan
4. Ensure systems are in place for effective monitoring, measuring and reporting of health and safety issues to the SLMT, Trustees and where appropriate the Health & Safety Executive
5. Ensure the maximum level of security consistent with the ethos of the Academy
6. Oversee statutory obligations are being met for pupils with special educational needs, ensuring that financial and supporting agency services are adequate for their diverse needs
7. Implement risk management and loss prevention strategies in the Academy to reduce risks and insurance costs

Any other reasonable duties as directed by the Principal

  Person Specification

  The role of chief financial officer calls for a finance professional with the necessary experience, skills and

personal qualities to be able to operate as part of a close-knit senior management and business team.  There

is an important role to play leading the finance team in providing a robust financial infrastructure as well as

an excellent opportunity to play an important and active part in the strategic direction for this forward

  looking, successful and thriving academy.

  The post holder:

• Will be expected to have a degree or equivalent qualification.
• A qualification from a major accountancy body would be beneficial but relevant experience would be considered and be essential.
• Should be able to demonstrate a track record of successful financial leadership and building effective teams
• Will require financial reporting and management skills, and experience of working with stakeholder to develop strong financial understanding and empathy across an organisation.
• Should have high ethical standards and influencing skills with the ability to engage effectively with all staff across the academy and governing body
• Should show evidence of entrepreneurialism and innovation, with an ability to identity commercial opportunities to maximise income
• Should have excellent analytical skills and sound judgment
• Should have excellent communication and presentational skills
• Should have experience of financial information systems and be computer literate
• Should have a good knowledge of the funding, regulatory and legislative environment of academies.

The role

We are looking for someone that has excellent interpersonal skills and is extremely well organised to manage a high workload as well as having strong business acumen and negotiating skills. We are looking for a customer focused professional with an ability to manage relationships and deliver results.

Find out more in the job description below.

Why work for us?

We are a friendly team with a great sense of humour that enjoys the work that we do. There is lots of potential for development for talented individuals within CFG, and we can provide an excellent platform for career progression within the sector. We also offer a superb range of benefits including a generous pension contribution, flexible working, season ticket loans and childcare vouchers.

How to Apply

Please read the full job description and person specification (pdf) and download the application form (Word), then email your CV and completed application form 

Deadline for applications: We will be reviewing candidates as and when we receive CVs and cover letters and will appoint as soon as we meet the right person. Therefore, to avoid disappointment please apply early. This position is available immediately.

For information on the data we process during recruitment, please see our GDPR compliant Privacy Notice(pdf).

About the European Climate Foundation

The European Climate Foundation (ECF) was founded in 2008 as a major philanthropic initiative to help tackle climate change by fostering the development of a low-carbon society at the national, European and global level.

We support over 280 partner organisations to carry out activities that contribute to the public debate on climate action, drive urgent and ambitious policy in support of the objectives of the Paris Agreement and help deliver a socially responsible transition to a net-zero emissions economy and sustainable society in Europe and around the world.

About the role

The International Energy Programme is a platform of ECF. The goal of the programme is to support strategies to secure clean energy around the world in the interests of healthy citizens and a healthy climate. The programme looks for strong, effective and inspiring plans to address the barriers to the transition in the energy sector, and this role will focus on transnational financial flows.

The Senior Associate, Finance Programme will join a direct team based in Europe, the US and Africa. The post holder will work on transnational financial flows with a focus on encouraging a shift away from high carbon finance.

Key responsibilities

The post holder will contribute to strategy development, work with all partners and grantees, manage grants, identify opportunities and monitor the progress of different work streams. There will be direct engagement with stakeholders engaged in the financial sector and co-ordination with other ECF programmes and platforms, partners and funders in designing and aligning strategies.

The Programme Manager will be responsible for:

• Strategy input and implementation: support the Director, team, and key external strategy advisors in operationalizing the strategy, related priorities and budgets; developing and executing a monitoring and evaluating process and impact of initiatives and grants; and acting as a liaison to report regular progress to funders and our team.
• Grant-making: administering grant making process including refining the scope of work for different steams of work; validating and refining proposals from potential partners; drafting recommendations for the consideration of the team and our funders.
• Research activities & prospecting:  scoping the landscape around local and national climate politics and advocacy, or cross-cutting projects with other teams in the organisation, as well as identifying potential new projects & grantees.
• Internal coordination and communication: liaising with ECF’s other programmes, external advisors, and platform teams to ensure consistency and complementarity of different projects and work streams.

Experience and competencies

• A genuine interest in the mission and values of the ECF;
• The applicant should have 5-8 years of relevant work experience in civil society, government, foundations or the private sector;
• Relevant work experience is around bringing about change for instance in the public policy arena;
• Affinity for work on finance (While we do not require experience, we do require demonstable affinity for work in this area if candidates do not have direct experience)
• A demonstrable ability to learn new areas of work quickly;
• Demonstrably strong networking skills that enable effective collaboration with a diverse group of partners;
• Strong presentation and representation skills;
• Structured, driven and able to manage many processes simultaneously;
• Proven track record of working in an environment that demands professionalism, discretion and confidentiality;
• Excellent collaboration and influencing skills;
• English language essential, knowledge of other languages welcome but not essential;
• Enthusiastic personality, with a positive, can-do attitude.

What we offer

• The unique opportunity to work as part of a highly dynamic, international group of individuals who combine their passion to make a difference with a rigorous and results-oriented approach to work;
• A flexible work environment and a space to develop and challenge yourself;
• A full-time position for a 3 years project (possibility to be extended).

Location

London (preferred, other locations possible)

Start date

As soon as possible

How to apply

Upload your CV + Cover letter (in English) below: 

https://cezanneondemand.intervieweb.it/europeanclimate/jobs/senior_associate_finance_programme_international_energy_programme_8743/en/

The Royal Female School of Art Foundation (RFSA) is a growing grant-making charity (registered no. 1169925) which provides grants to art students and arts outreach programmes through academic institutions. Our mission is to widen access to the arts, design and associated professions by supporting those who might otherwise be unable to start or stay in further and higher education, in Greater London. They may be suffering disadvantage because of financial hardship, cultural barriers, physical or mental disability, or caring responsibilities.

The charity has up to eight trustees responsible for directing the charity’s affairs.  Our Trustees play a pivotal role in setting the strategic direction of our organisation, as well as ensuring we are delivering our best to widen access to arts education in Greater London. The Trustees wish to recruit a further trustee, ideally with some artistic, art world or further education knowledge and experience.

RFSA recognises the value of diversity in all its forms at all levels of the organisation, including at Board level. A strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our values and we celebrate its role in the creation of an inclusive workplace culture.

You must be eligible to be a trustee and have no conflict of interest with the charity’s work.  An information pack is available from the Foundation Secretary, Cat Armstrong using the application email.  Please submit a CV, two references, and an explanation of why you think you would make a good trustee to the Foundation Secretary by Friday 31 January 2020. Interviews are expected to take place in mid February in central London.

Are you a hands-on, strategic and engaging leader with expert knowledge of issues relating to money management and personal finance gained from significant experience working in the financial capability sector? If so, we want to work with you.

Reporting to the CEO, you will have strategic and operational responsibility for The Money Charity’s work with adults in a range of community and workplace settings, developing and delivering a portfolio of programmes, products and initiatives that impact on financial capability for this group, including financial educational workshops and producing our Money Manual.

Additionally, the post holder be a member of the Senior Management Team, working collaboratively with the CEO, trustees and other senior leaders to develop and implement The Money Charity’s mission, vision and values, as well as leading on consultancy work across the organisation.

To succeed in this role, you will need strong leadership and programme management skills, commercial acumen and experience of managing a budget, along with a flexible, organised approach to your work. This is an exciting, varied role which provides a unique opportunity to impact on the financial wellbeing of individuals.

Please note a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check is required for this post.

For more information please visit our website.

About us

For over 25 years, the Money Charity has been the UK’s financial capability charity. We proactively provide education, information, advice and guidance to people of all ages, helping them to manage their money well and increase their financial wellbeing. We believe that being on top of your money as a part of everyday life reduces stress and hardship, helps you achieve your goals and live a happier life as a result, so we empower people across the UK to build the skills, knowledge, attitudes and behaviours to make the most of their money throughout their lives. We aim to change the culture around financial wellbeing by working with the financial services industry to improve practices and outcomes for their consumers, and influencing policy-makers, media, industry and public attitudes. 

We’re a small, passionate team with a big reach and an open mind, committed to quality, accessibility and inclusiveness. We offer a flexible work environment that values creativity, personal growth and collaboration. As well as competitive salary, we provide 25 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank and Public holidays and any closure days that may or may not take place between Christmas and the New Year; a flexible annual leave scheme; 10% pension contribution; a healthcare cash plan and enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay. Out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed when incurred in accordance with our expenses policy. 

For more information please visit our website.

How to apply

To apply, please email your CV and a supporting statement of no more than two sides of A4 to with “Head of Workplace & Community Programmes” in the subject line.

When writing your supporting statement, you should focus on providing evidence and specific examples that demonstrate how you meet the person specification and your suitability for the role. We value transferable skills and encourage applicants who do not have direct experience to provide examples from other areas that meet the requirements.

Please ensure that you provide a phone number and email address so that we can contact you easily, and in confidence.

Closing date: 10.00 on Friday 31 January 2020.

Interviews: Week commencing 3 February 2020, exact dates and times to be arranged.

Unfortunately, we are unable to respond individually to applications so if you have not heard from us by the advertised shortlisting and/or interview date(s), this means your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion. Feedback will be given upon request to candidates who attend interview.

For further information, or if you have any questions about the role or our recruitment process please contact us via the jobs section of our website. 

Please note we do not accept agencies or recruitment sites.

WasteAid, the international waste management charity, is searching for a new Chief Executive to help us build our capacity and be ready for significant growth of and impact for our work.

We are looking for someone who matches our values, displays inclusive leadership and has the track record of delivering significant expansion. 

Demand for our solutions to poor waste management in low-income countries is endless and we are hungry to do more.

Salary: circa £50k (full-time) plus pension contribution. 4-day week possible for the right candidate.

Location: flexible, home working possible.

Recruitment Pack including a full Job Description and Person Specification is available on the WasteAid website.  All enquiries to Ray Georgeson our Interim Executive Support who is managing the recruitment process. You are welcome to book a call with Ray to discuss the opportunity informally.

Applications by CV and covering letter (no more than 2 pages A4) which address the Person Specification to be sent to the email address for Ray listed below.

We look forward to hearing from you.