Salary will be dependant on country location. If based in London Office an additional £4,170 London Allowance will be added to the yearly salary.

About Us

Christian Aid is an international development charity that insists the world can and must be swiftly changed to one where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty, and for this to happen unequal power relations need to be challenged and changed.

We work in partnership to eradicate extreme poverty; dismantle its root causes across the world; and enable the voice and agency of the poor and marginalised to be fully realised. We deliver humanitarian assistance, in the wake of disasters and conflict, development programmes and policy, advocacy and campaigns so that poor and marginalised children, women and men, of all faiths and non, can achieve equality, dignity and justice.

This role sits in the Research, Evidence and Learning hub in our Programme Policy, Research, and Learning team. PPRL supports the design and delivery of strong programmes in Christian Aid which draw on sector-based expertise and understanding, translate our organisational strategy (Standing Together) into practice and generate good quality evidence and learning which can influence both our own practice and the wider sector. Its team of advisors support staff across the globe, working to enhance the links between national programme delivery and learning, and global policy analysis and understanding By sharing our learning and research we work to shift power in development research with a view to making it more inclusive of diverse and often excluded perspectives, and more responsive to the realities, practices and needs of those working and living in the global South.

About the role

This is a new role, designed to strengthen Christian Aid's understanding of, and relationship with the diverse range of organisations that fund applied research, including research councils, bilateral/multilateral institutions, trusts/foundations and philanthropists. The role will provide expert research funding advice and hands-on bid development support with colleagues across Christian Aid, as well as developing a research funding strategy and relationships to support the organisation to better access funding for our applied research portfolio.

As a practice-based organisation much of our research happens in partnership, with academics based in universities and research institutes in the global north and global south. Part of the remit of this role is to explore how best to position ourselves to enable further research funding, for example should we be seeking to gain eligibility as an independent research organisation; or are we better placed to pursue our research agenda through partnerships with other types of research organisation.

Although the role sits within PPRL, it has a strong link to our Programme Funding Division and will benefit from being part of a wider network of fundraisers working to support Christian Aid globally. You will work alongside experts who are based globing to develop complex programme proposals and interpret the requirements of institutional funders and you will integrate with existing systems to ensure Christian Aid is able to deliver high quality research proposals.

The role will include a mix of longer term strategy development and immediate operational support to specific research projects. REL has two flagship programmes that you will support - our 10 year study and our capacity development initiatives. Beyond this you will link with teams across the organisation to support their research funding needs. You will develop systems and processes to enable Christian Aid to gather intelligence about upcoming funding opportunities, and to respond appropriately.

About you

You will have excellent understanding of applied research, understanding the research design process and how to develop good quality research proposals; and to ensure that appropriate processes are put in place to manage funding received. You will have had experience of raising research funding from UK based research councils, but you will also understand how to raise funds from other non-academic sources (such as trusts and foundations). You will enjoy the balance between longer term strategy development, and direct operations, including being able to respond quickly and effectively to short-turn around funding calls. You will be equally comfortable engaging with academics and practitioners, and you will have had experience of working with colleagues across the globe.

Equally important will be your interpersonal skills, your ability to build strong relationships and work across different departments, appreciating the diversity of cultures, workstyles and perspectives that exist. You will be able to produce your own funding proposals, but also support others in developing their own outputs. You will be good at managing your own workload and competing priorities.

This is your chance to join an amazing team that works to reform economics education around the world. We are excited to launch our search for our next Fundraising Manager. We are constantly growing so if you want to be part of the team that realises our vision of a better economics education around the world then please do apply.

Role title: Fundraising Manager

About Rethinking Economics

Rethinking Economics (RE) is an international network working to build a better economics in society and the classroom. We started as a student movement in 2012 and have since grown to become a registered charity with a 7-person staff team. Through a mixture of campaigning, events and projects, we support over 100 groups in over 30 countries around the world, alongside thousands of supportive members of the public, to reform the university economics curriculum to make it more pluralist, critical and applicable to the real world.

Rethinking Economics is undertaking an exciting transition process in which we are developing and expanding the future of the organisation. We will be accepting candidates from the UK and South Africa.

Over the two years we will be working towards our second international gathering of which you would be one of the key people to make this happen through an effective fundraising strategy.

What we’re looking for

To be successful in this role you will be a methodical individual who can work to tight deadlines and write compelling copy for fundraising applications. Experience in writing fundraising application will be essential and experience raising funds in our sector will be very beneficial when understanding the specific needs of our movement. You will be asked to write reports about our deliverables, identify leads for us to follow up and manage relationships with partners when requested. The ideal candidate will thrive when they are able to interpret a strategy, identify the key areas for us to focus on and write concise and effective fundraising applications.

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion

We are committed to providing equality and fairness for all and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnic origin, colour, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, mental health, religion or age. We encourage and celebrate the different qualities that our colleagues, and others we work with, bring to our work. And we believe that seeing things from a wide range of different perspectives helps us to resolve problems, adapt our approaches and develop as an organisation. We want to bring greater diversity to our team and we’re keen to hear what you think you’ll bring from your own background and experience (beyond your professional skills and knowledge). 

Terms & Conditions

Reporting to: Co-Director: Organisational Development

Starting salary: £10,200 - £11,000. Based on Band 3 £25,500 - £27,500 pro rata per annum. The  offer made cannot be negotiated.

Start Date: January 2021 (negotiable)

Contract type: 1 year contract with possible extension, 6 months’ probation period

Hours: 2 days a week based on 7.5 hours per day, decreasing to 7 hours per day from April 2021. We support flexible working across the whole team. 

Benefits: Statutory pension increasing to 5% matched from April 2021 (only applicable to the UK candidates, negotiable for candidates based elsewhere), 25 days holiday pro rata in addition to winter break between Christmas and New Year, access to bespoke economics education, person centred training opportunities, yearly cost of living increase.

Location: Remote. The role may include travel particularly to our Manchester Office. If you are not based in Manchester the travel costs will be reimbursed. While the COVID-19 pandemic is ongoing, you will not be expected to travel. If your application is not based in the UK then we will speak to you independently about additional benefits or support specific to your country. 

Purpose of the Role: 

To lead on fundraising writing and reporting. Ensure that all reports are handed in on time, working with the Operations & Finance Manager and Co-Directors to ensure that budgets and deliverables are appropriate for the scale of the work and monitored effectively. Ensuring that fundraising applications are written to meet the guidelines and priorities for the partners we work with.

Responsibilities

Main Areas of Responsibility

• Bid writing for grant applications

• Identifying new leads for the Co-Directors to follow up on

• Report management for successful fundraising bids

• Management of the fundraising database

• Working with the Co-Directors to ensure there is a healthy fundraising pipeline

• Lead on the strategy and delivery of public fundraising such as fundraising events or crowdfunders

Key Skills and Experience

The role profile asks for a wide range of competencies and we recognise that we are unlikely to find a candidate who fits every requirement. If you fit some of the essential and/or desirable criteria and believe you have the potential to learn the other areas of the role, we’d like to hear from you. A strong background in economics, organising and movement building would be of great advantage.

Fundraising - Technical Competencies & Experiences

Essential

A proven track record in fundraising, and/or strong relationships with potential funders and supporters of RE.

Excellent relationship building skills, including the ability to proactively identify, explore and realise new partnerships and funding opportunities.

Strong written and verbal communication skills – a persuasive and passionate communicator.

Ability to write and edit copy for different audiences.

An understanding of public fundraising and grant fundraising strategy.

Desirable

Experience in creating and managing large budgets.

An understanding of organisational strategy and theory of change.

Economics

Essential

An interest and understanding of economics, particularly a knowledge of alternative and pluralist economics.

Apassion to reform economics teaching and practise.

Experience of campaigning or research into economics or a closely related field.

Desirable

Higher education qualification in economics or a closely related field.

Essential Values and Behaviour

Commitment to RE’s Values of Justice & Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion and Collaboration.

Ability to adapt to a constantly evolving environment and a movement that is growing.

Self-reflective, willing to listen and consider other points of view.

Ambitious, dynamic and energetic, constantly reflecting on RE’s effectiveness and

seeking ways to improve our impact.

A critical and strategic thinker, able to both see the big picture and have an eye for

detail.
Essential Organisational Competencies and Experiences

Ability to bring together colleagues from different teams to work on projects or initiatives, or creating networks who work in partnership with us to support our work and aims.

Ability to manage own workload to meet agreed deadlines and standards with minimal day-to-day supervision.

Ability to identify good working practices, apply to your own work and to teams that you work in

How to Apply:

Please download the application form and return before the closing deadline 23:59, Sunday 29 November.

Interviews will be online via zoom on 3 and 4 December. Please let us know if this will be difficult.

If you have any queries or would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please do not hesitate to contact us via recruitment [at] rethinkeconomics [dot] org.

Please note that we cannot accept any non-UK or South Africa based applicants.

National children’s literature development agency and ACE National Portfolio Organisation with a growing international reputation seeks Finance & Operations Manager to join our team as we enter our tenth anniversary year. Suitable candidates will be highly skilled and experienced in similar roles. Perfect for a proficient financial, people, risk and business manager with a strong track record, looking to be at the heart of a small but dynamic, enterprising team.

Start Date: 4th January 2021 or as early as possible

Role type: Full-time fixed-term for 12 months

Additional benefits:  3% salary increase if contract is renewed after 12 months, based on performance and a financial review of the organisation

OUR WORK

Pop Up Projects is a non-profit Community Interest Company and ACE National Portfolio Organisation with a growing international reputation established in 2011. We deliver imaginative, collaborative and ambitious programmes which transform lives through literature, especially through working with people in deprived places and challenging circumstances. We achieve our mission through three strands of work:

• Educational programmes in schools, facilitating rich learning opportunities through quality contemporary literature, interactions with diverse authors, and training for educators

• Talent development, investing in and advocating for aspiring, emerging and established writers and illustrators, especially from backgrounds which are under-represented in children’s publishing

• Community projects, providing participatory literary opportunities for and with children and young people, especially those experiencing marginalisation, isolation or who are at risk

Our two flagship programmes are Pop Up Festival - a national children's literature festival which connects thousands of school children nationwide with quality children’s literature and authors, and Pathways into Children’s Publishing - a talent development programme increasing ethnic diversity in children’s illustration, with 12 publisher and 9 university affiliates. We run a range of smaller as well as short term projects which can be explored, along with our impact on people and places over the past ten years, on our website.

This is an exciting time to be joining Pop Up, as we celebrate our 10th anniversary in 2021 and set out our vision for next ten years with the launch of a new fundraising appeal.

THE ROLE

The Financial & Operations Manager role is key to the organisation, co-managing with the Executive & Creative Director and the Education & Development Director an energetic and ambitious team, by ensuring: 

• the efficient and effective performance of all employees, to the highest possible standard

• the allocation of financial and human resources required to deliver all secured and projected activity

• short term financial viability and longer-term sustainability and growth

• legal and best-practice CIC compliance, governance and reporting

• the smooth management of business systems, processes and operations

The F/OM post has evolved out of the current Company Manager role, and there will be a thorough handover. The post-holder will closely collaborate with staff and freelancers across all programmes, projects and organisational areas in carrying out their lead responsibilities (below). They will also need to maintain a broad, up-to-date understanding of all delivery and development outside of their immediate areas of responsibility, in order to support the team and ensure the smooth operations of the organisation as a whole. They will contribute towards building the organisation’s profile in the sector, networking and making connections to support the generation of new opportunities, partnerships and income.

The F/OM takes lead responsibility for:

Office & Systems - carrying overall responsibility for company administration, procedures, databases, office space and facilities, insurance and acquisitions

Finance - planning and managing budgets, projections, cash flows and related risks with senior leaders; overseeing devolved project budgets through regular monitoring with relevant colleagues; managing the relationship with an accountancy firm, overseeing day-to-day finance via Xero accounting software.  Payroll, pensions and annual accounts are outsourced

HR & Recruitment - line-managing the Projects Coordinator; recruiting, contracting and inducting new staff; managing holiday and sick leave via CharlieHR; conducting four-monthly performance reviews with senior leaders; monitoring staff well-being and delivery against targets through regular 1:1s; overseeing professional learning and development

Contracts & Agreements - creating and monitoring all external contracts and agreements; securing legal support and consultancy where necessary

Policy & Strategy - developing and overseeing the implementation of policies and related action plans; supporting business plan development and strategic partnerships

Fundraising & Reporting - managing funding agreements & compliance with terms and conditions; supporting the management of funder relationships and reporting; contributing to the development and writing of grant bids; securing and managing consultancy contracts; leading the preparation of an annual report

Evaluation & Research - implementing impact evaluation methodologies; analysing data & providing support to compile written research and impact evaluation reports; supporting the management of relationships with external evaluators; overseeing  data / knowledge sharing agreements with partners

ABOUT YOU 

You will be a highly motivated individual with enthusiasm for Pop Up’s mission, creative and social innovation, and the ambition to achieve the highest possible quality experiences for our beneficiaries, funders and partners. As an organisation we are driven by core values and are looking for someone who is enterprising, passionate, empathetic, and collaborative. 

Energy, initiative and a commitment to working fast and to tight deadlines, responding adeptly to risks, challenges and opportunities, are integral - as are a high level of verbal and written communication skills. We are looking for someone who is highly organised and resilient; a quick learner, able to constantly improve and perfect administrative processes and systems to ensure smooth operations. You will want to take on responsibility for your own areas of work, bringing substantial experience in financial and HR management. You will be a collaborative team worker, eager to support your colleagues to achieve their best. 

While this is a rewarding role at the heart of the organisation, it is also a demanding one. It requires the ability to prioritise, multitask and keep an eye on the present as much as the future. At pressured times, there will be a need to work overtime - including the occasional weekend - in exchange for time off in lieu.

The successful candidate will have the following essential knowledge, skills & experience from similar roles within arts, non-profit or SMEs:

1. Financial planning, budget and cash flow management (> £500k p.a.)

2. HR systems and recruitment, people and line management, and capacity planning

3. Negotiating, writing and monitoring contracts and agreements

4. Building and managing numerous relationships with high-level individuals and organisations (incl. funders)

5. Excellent time management, attention to detail and management of competing priorities

6. Proficient in ICT, with the ability to learn new software and systems quickly and instruct others

7. Outstanding professional, external-facing verbal and written communication

8. Office management

9. Empathy and active listening 

10. Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and representation

The following knowledge, skills & experiences are desirable and will strengthen your application:

1. Change management in dynamic environments

2. Implementing evaluations, analysing results and compiling reports

3. Writing or contributing to grant applications and funding reports

4. An understanding of non-profit governance

5. Coaching and mentoring

6. An interest in or knowledge of contemporary children’s literature, arts and/or education for children and young people

General Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the UK, with supporting documentation

• Must be able to work from London

• Willingness to work flexibly in accordance with the demands of the work, which will include occasional evenings and weekends 

APPLICATION PROCESS

Deadline: Thursday, 26th November, noon

Please read the full job description (attached) before applying.

We are looking for a new member to join our small dynamic team to help us to develop our Organisational Grants Programme.

Ideally, you will have a background in fundraising, business development or with another grant maker and would relish the opportunity to put your mark on a trust-based grants programme to make a real and lasting difference to people living in poverty in Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Bristol.

The National Benevolent Charity has been supporting people and families on low incomes throughout the UK for over 200 years through the provision of annuities, grants and household goods and is part of a national network of benevolence charities which operate throughout the UK. In recent years our strategy has been to phase out annuities and to offer one off grants or household goods to our beneficiaries and to work more closely with referrers and agencies, within clearly defined criteria. And we responded to the Covid Crisis by offering Emergency Funds. More recently we have begun to make grant awards to organisations which deliver programmes and projects specifically aimed at helping families living in poverty such as Fare Share South West, Gloucester Food Bank and Caring in Bristol amongst others. But there is scope to do much more. 

So, if you want to join an ambitious team, working closely with trustees, believe you have the necessary skills and experience and want to make a difference we would be very pleased to hear from you. 

Please apply with CV and a covering letter (2 sides A4 max) with details of why you fit the job description.

We are looking for AN experienced statutory bid writer to join our team ON A FIXED TERM CONTRACT

Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos?

Do you believe in our values; to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaborate, innovate, and take accountability?

Then Advance could be the career choice for you!

Role: Statutory Bid Writer

Salary: £35,000 (pro rata for part time)

Location: Hammersmith, with some travel across London and UK locations required

Contract: 6 month fixed-term contract

Hours: 21 hours per week

About Advance:

Established in 1998, Advance is an award-winning innovative non-profit organisation supporting women and girls experiencing domestic abuse and those women in the criminal justice system, enabling them to live safe, violence-free and equal lives. We are at the forefront of developing whole systems change services, establishing the first teams working within statutory settings to reach women and girls such as in police stations, hospitals, social care and probation services.

We are a passionate and dedicated team who believe in empathy, empowerment, collaboration and innovation and accountability. These qualities characterise our work with women and girls experiencing trauma, reaching over 6,000 women and their children each year.  The organisation has recently expanded its services, with annual income of £4m and approx. 90 staff working across London.

You will:

• Be responsible for researching and writing statutory bids with the aim of expanding the statutory funding for Advance via competitively priced tender submissions.
• Develop a clear strategy for funding applications, building strong working relationships with potential funders interested in aspects of the services that Advance delivers
• Work closely with the Director and other key staff members to identify potential funders and funding sources for Advance
• Take ownership of and manage a schedule for bid writing to ensure all funding requirements for ADVANCE can be delivered
• Provide creative input into bids and supporting business case documents, to ensure they are appealing to a wide range of funders.
• Closely monitor and identify the ROI for all bid processes
• Review all bid feedback and ensure knowledge is shared across the organisation
• Work closely with the Advance Insights team to ensure that powerful and relevant data is utilised during the bid process.
• Work closely with service-level directors and managers to ensure the bid process is informed by operational experience and expertise.

What we offer:

• 30 days holiday plus public holidays, pro rata for part time, and a day off for International Women’s Day
• Pension scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme

• The opportunity to work in a flexible, supportive environment with a team of committed, inspiring women and we will support you as you to continue to build your skills and experience.

Please find the job description attached.

The closing date for applications is Friday 6th November

Shortlisting will commence week beginning 9th November with interviews to follow promptly.

To apply, please send your CV along with a supporting statement setting out how you meet the criteria for the role and indicating where you first saw this role advertised, your notice period and salary expectations.

Please note that any offer of employment will be made subject to references and confirmation of the right to work in the UK and satisfactory enhanced DBS check

PLEASE NOTE: This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. 

Advance is committed to equality and diversity and strongly encourages applications from women with disabilities, from BME backgrounds and the LBT community, and with personal experience of the criminal justice system.

Can you help us achieve sustainable growth to support us in building a community of black nature lovers and training people of colour as leaders in nature? We are looking for a gifted Operations Manager who will be responsible for the day to day management of Wild in the City. You will help create a strong infrastructure to support our programmes working to open up the countryside and nature based activity to more diverse participation.

You will be responsible for operations, office systems and functions, people, fundraising, budgets, project management and implementing strategy.
You will have business and financial acumen to ensure that current and future operations continue on a sustainable basis. You will ensure the efficient administration of programmes and problem solve operational challenges. You will ensure adherence to health and safety, and safeguarding procedures within the organisation.
We need a great organiser who does not shy away from a challenge. Flexible, enthusiastic and highly motivated. You’ll have great communication skills with the ability to build relationships with a range of diverse stakeholders.
This is a home based role, London travel will be required, to attend Wild in the City meetings, to meet with partners, to support the management of onsite activities and to meet with Wild in the City staff at outdoor locations. Occasional overnight stays and weekend/evening work may be required.

To apply for this role please complete the application form where you will also be asked to upload an up to date CV.

IPSEA is a national charity providing free legally-based independent information, advice and casework support to the families of children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). 

We are recruiting a Fundraising Manager to lead IPSEA's trusts and foundations and individual giving funding streams. 

The role will involve:

• developing and implementing a trusts/foundations and individual giving fundraising strategy, focusing on both acquisition and retention of donors
• leading on the research, development and drafting of a range of applications to charitable trusts and foundations in line with IPSEA’s strategic priorities, and 
• overseeing IPSEA’s annual grants and donations income targets.

The role is home-based with occasional visits to the IPSEA office in Saffron Walden, Essex (once the office reopens). 

This is a role that calls for someone with a fundraising qualification and experience of leading an organisation’s trusts and foundations programme.

For more information and to apply, please visit our website.

BID Services is a charity. We work in partnership with children, young people, adults and their families and carers. We support people who are deaf, hard of hearing, visually impaired, have a dual sensory loss or other disability. 

BID Services is looking for a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our senior management team. The Head of Operations will take on a key role, leading and managing day to day operations/services in line with the organisations strategic plan and contract requirements. Experience of leading a wide range of services and projects is essential.

As Head of Operations you will report to the Chief Executive and work closely with the senior management team. You will have experience within the health and social care/disability sector and a good working knowledge of safeguarding and relevant legislation including the Care Act. Ideally you will have experience as a practising social worker however this is not essential. 

You will have a proven track record of delivering high quality services alongside effective contract management/compliance and performance management. You will need to be financially and IT competent with experience of working with databases and quality assurance systems. A commitment to co-production, co-design and delivery is essential.

A flair for networking and building relationships that lead to income generation and contract acquisition is also a requirement as you will be have to work closely with our Business Development Team to develop and mobilise new services. A commitment to co-production, co-design and delivery is essential.

BID Services is an excellent place to work, we are committed to putting those who access our services at the centre of all that we do and we recognise staff as our greatest asset. As an organisation we have a business mind set but never lose sight of our caring ethos. If you are looking for an exciting new challenge as part of a successful senior management team we would love to hear from you.

This role is based in our  Head Office in Birmingham or flexibility to be based in one of our areas of operation

Closing date: 9am on 3rd November 2020

Interview date TBC

Closing date: 4 November 2020 at 11.30 pm (We will be reviewing applications as they come in and may close the role before this date).

Do you have a sound general knowledge of social policy issues and economics? And a track record of quickly getting up to speed with new policy areas and analysing their importance for defined groups of people and organisational objectives? Then join Shelter as a Policy Manager and you could soon be a key member of a team prides itself on its creation of well-grounded but creative policy that can challenge any think tank.

A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change — with individuals, in communities, across society – and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.

Part of our Communication, Policy and Campaigns Division, Shelter’s Policy team is responsible for developing  policy on housing and homelessness issues. Grounded in the experience of the people who use Shelter’s services every day, as well as in expert research, the team combines work on short term change in policy and practice at a national and local level with innovative policy development aimed at tackling the root causes of Britain’s housing crisis.  Whatever the challenge however, the central focus of the team’s work remains the same - to maximise its contribution to our core mission of delivering positive change for those in housing need. Are you ready to help deliver that change?

About the Role
A rare opportunity to play a lead role in developing Shelter’s policy programme on key strategic campaigning themes, this varied role will require you to quickly get to grips with the problems faced by the people who come to Shelter every day for help, thus enabling us to swiftly respond to and influence national and local policy. As well as developing innovative and workable proactive policy on the issues that get to the heart of our nation’s long-term housing problems, we’ll rely on you to help build upon the team’s good reputation. You’ll also be responsible for to line managing Policy Officers/Assistant Policy Officers, contributing to team management and development and deputising for the Head of Policy as and when required.

About you
You’ll need experience of developing innovative new policy, grounded in robust evidence and sensitive to public and/or cross-party political attitudes, which delivers positive change. You’ll also need a real passion for ending the housing crisis and the intellectual capacity and curiosity to seek out and develop the best ideas for doing this. Strong political nous and a campaigning mindset are important attributes too, as are the communication and strategic leadership skills it takes to work across an organisation to create real and effective policy changes through successful campaigning. Someone who excels at project scoping and management, engaging with stakeholders and communicating through policy maker events, social and traditional media comes naturally to you too. What’s more, you’re adept at distilling complex arguments to make them clear and understandable, focused on outcomes and able to work across boundaries to build and lead successful campaigns.

Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.

Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.

To find out more about the role and the benefits of working for Shelter please visit our website. Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.

Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.

Shelter promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities),gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We also encourage applications from people, who have been homeless or have been at risk of homelessness. We are facing diverse problems, so need diverse people to tackle them.

We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.

Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

Trust and Foundations Manager

Salary: Circa £45K

Location: Poplar High St, Poplar, London E14 0AF

Reports to: Group Head of Strategic Projects

Work closely with: Senior Management Team; Poplar campus redevelopment team; Finance

Type of position: Full-time, permanent

Introduction to New City College

New City College (NCC) is the fourth largest further education college in England. It has been formed through five mergers: the merger between Tower Hamlets College and Hackney Community College in August 2016 and subsequent mergers with Redbridge College in April 2017, Epping Forest College in August 2018 and the mergers with Havering College of Further and Higher Education and Havering Sixth Form College in August 2019.

NCC currently has over 25,000 students with a small provision of 14-15 education, a large cohort of 16-18 students and a significant number of adult students. It offers over a 100 courses from A Levels, BTECs and ESOL to vocational subjects, such as business, IT, performing arts, trade skills and catering as well as pre-University courses. Throughout its intensive period of growth, NCC has maintained a focus on students and teaching and learning.

NCC is based in east London and has 10 sites in five local authorities: Tower Hamlets, Hackney, Redbridge, Epping Forest and Havering. The College continues to maintain its strong local presence, serving the needs of its local communities.

Join an ambitious and exciting redevelopment project

The College has an ambitious plan to redevelop its campus in Poplar. Located on Poplar High Street, right next to Poplar DLR station and within 200m of Canary Wharf and Crossrail, the current campus is formed of an amalgam of buildings from different areas. The oldest part is a 1894 Poplar library building and the campus also includes a grade II listed Naval College from 1906. Newer parts of the building are from 1990s and 2006. The current building is inefficient and it is no longer future proofed to accommodate education and training provision for decades to come.

As such, the College is looking to redevelop the new campus into a state-of-the-art education facility which provides a flexible learning environment, is aligned with industry requirements, is green, accessible and sustainable and celebrates the heritage of the local area and the Naval College. The new campus will be funded through an enabling development, built on the same site as the new campus. There is also an opportunity to enhance the public realm around the new development, including invigorating Poplar High Street.

As part of the early planning for the redevelopment, NCC has worked with fundraising consultancy More Partnership to assess the overall potential to seek philanthropic support for aspects of the redevelopment, including specific subject areas and student groups. From this, it is clear that there is considerable scope to engage Trusts and Foundations with the project and that resulting impact NCC has on the lives of young people in this part of London. 

As a result, NCC now wishes to appoint a Trusts and Foundations Manager to lead this work, and in so doing, to put in place a long-term and sustainable grant-focused fundraising programme.

How to apply

If you wish to apply please email your CV and a supporting statement of no more than two sides of A4 explaining how you meet the requirements of the role 

Closing date: 1st November 2020

Interviews will take place week commencing: 9th November 2020

The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

RAMFEL Rough Sleepers Team Manager

We are looking for a full time advisor but we are willing to employ on a part time basis for the right candidate

We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic individuals, and those who are migrants or refugees, and who have lived experience of the impact of immigration policy and practice.

Contract Duration: Initial funding for the post is 6 months

Salary and Benefits: £32,000

Pension scheme – Employer contribution 6%

Holiday entitlement: 28 days annual leave, childcare vouchers and cycle to work scheme available

Location: RAMFEL’s offices in Ilford /Stratford, UPDATE: During the Covid-19 crisis/Lockdown period you will be required to work from home until it is safe for us to run services from our offices

Overview

The Refugee and Migrant Forum of Essex and London (RAMFEL), is a not for profit organisation led by the needs of the individuals and communities we work with. Our focus is on providing immigration advice, destitution services, integration support and campaigning to improve the lives of refugees, asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants across London and Essex.

This is a new role with responsibility for managing the delivery of projects focused on immigration advice to rough sleepers. The RAMFEL Rough Sleepers Team Manager will work with the caseworkers and legal advisors to ensure that clients receive excellent support from RAMFEL. The Manager will focus particularly on supporting rough sleepers to regularise their immigration status

Specific Responsibilities

Performance and resource management

1. Supports staff to ensure they can perform to a high standard through support and supervision, training and working closely with staff on complex cases
2. To be responsible for the day to day management and delivery of RAMFEL’s Rough Sleeping services as agreed with the CEO and Legal Manager
3. Works with the Operations Manager and CEO to set and monitor performance indicators for RAMFELs services, including ensuring data for funding reports is available
4. Contributes to plans and budget monitoring for RAMFEL’s casework services
5. Ensures all relevant organisational systems, such as our database and annual leave booking system are used appropriately within their team
6. Works with the Operations Manager and CEO to prioritise task and resource allocation

People and culture

1. Recruit, induct, manage and develop paid staff and volunteers, participating in regular management support and appraisals.
2. Ensure staff and volunteers continue to operate to the highest standards and to all associated codes of conduct, relevant legislation and legal frameworks, including OISC compliance and AQS standards.
3. Supplies relevant information on service delivery to the CEO to ensure there are robust working practices and specialist support in place to ensure the wellbeing of all staff and volunteers is maintained and enhanced.
4. Works with the CEO and other legal managers to develop legal strategies and/or pre-litigation research to challenge laws that disadvantage rough sleepers.
5. Builds relationships with the legal sector, especially pro-bono units to help support the work of RAMFEL, including partnering on public law challenges.
6. Promotes a clear development pathway for staff and volunteers
7. Contribute to the training of volunteers and where appropriate staff

Service User inclusion

1. Ensures opportunities to volunteer or work within the service are accessible to a diverse community, reflecting the nature of our service users
2. Ensures sufficient Service User feedback is gathered to underpin effective service delivery

Relationship management

1. Builds collaborative and effective relationships across their team and works well with staff across the organisation.
2. Works with the CEO to manage relevant external relationships with partners from across the sector locally. Particularly to ensure that referral pathways to RAMFEL are clear to external organisations and manageable for the organisation

Risk management

1. Maintain and update risk assessments related to service delivery in collaboration with the Operations Manager. Ensure that policies and procedures from the operations manual are followed, alongside OISC regulation and Health and Safety regulations.
2. Ensures rapid escalation and management of identified risks and ensures learning is embedded in operational models. In particular observing internal policy on safeguarding

Funding development

1. Will assist the CEO in the development of funding bids, by providing useful insight and data.
2. Will identify potential opportunities for funding and with the agreement of the CEO and in line with the organisational strategy prepare funding bids for submission

Systems

1. Ensures teams accurately, swiftly and appropriately utilise our database and any other agreed IT systems in line with organisational procedures and approaches, using reporting from these systems to inform operational decision making.

The casework manager may need to assist at points directly with casework or may carry an ongoing caseload. Staff may not unreasonably refuse a request to undertake any task which is appropriate to their level for which they have the necessary skills and/or experience. Any resulting change to their objectives and priorities will be discussed and confirmed with their line manager

Flexibility

The post holder is expected to be responsive to Ramfel's policies, priorities and the changing needs of the organisation and will be expected to adapt the workload as required. He/she may be expected to attend relevant meetings and briefings both within and outside the office, some of which may be outside normal office hours.

Management

The casework Manager is accountable to the Ramfel Board through the Ramfel management structure. The Service Manager will usually be directed by the Chief Executive who will also act as a line manager.

Hours of work and leave

The position is FULL TIME (37.5 hours we may be able to accept part time working hours for the right candidate. It is inevitable that in the nature of Ramfel's work the Rough Sleeper Team Manager will occasionally exceed this. When more hours are worked, time may be taken off in lieu by arrangement with other members of the Team and with the appropriate member of management. Holiday entitlement is 28 days per annum plus bank holidays for full-time roles.

Person specification

Skills

• Manage appropriate service delivery processes, mechanisms and systems, and their monitoring and evaluation
• Build strong and effective alliances and relationships at an operational level
• Use and operate delivery performance measures and report on delivery outcomes

Knowledge

• OISC level 3 qualified
• Project management experience is desirable
• Knowledge of:
• Understanding of relevant context, issues affecting rough sleepers, asylum and immigration policy, working practice and legislation
• Working with vulnerable adults and children and the requisite regulatory frameworks

Experience

• Experience of working as an advisor to vulnerable people
• Management experience that includes:
• General management of a team supporting vulnerable people
• Experience of identifying service needs, and exploiting and developing service opportunities
• Understanding of casework and client needs, including experience of working with clients who have experienced trauma
• Liaison and networking with external partners
• Contribution to monitoring and evaluation of projects

Behaviours

FOCUSSING ON PEOPLE IN CRISIS

• Encourages others to think from those perspectives

ACCOUNTABLE FOR RESOURCES

• Takes steps to embed value for money and spending in line with project budgets, including the allocation of staff time

SEEKING INSIGHT

• Supports others to make the best use of the information available and drawing on different sources to develop new courses of action

APPLIES STRATEGIC THINKING

• Understands the strategic direction of the organisation, and is able to relay that clearly and simply to staff, clients and external actors to justify decisions and workings of the organisation

WORKING COLLABORATIVELY

• Invests time to find out what others think and develops relationships with a mind to future potential opportunities

COMMUNICATING

• Provides explanations, raises awareness of issues and consults with staff, clients and other actors

DEVELOPING YOURSELF AND OTHERS

• Develops own capability and knowledge by seeking and using developmental opportunities to improve performance

SOLUTION FOCUSSED

• Supports solutions or proposes alternative solutions with rational, logical and well thought out options

MANAGING PERSONAL IMPACT

• Actively seeks out feedback to test thinking and continually improve

Desirable

• Knowledge of a relevant language to our client group (in particular Russian, Romanian, Czech and Slovak)

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for you to join Nottinghamshire YMCA’s newly formed Corporate Development Team. You will be responsible for nurturing relationships with Trusts and Foundations who provide financial support to the Association. Developing and maintaining corporate relationships is a key element of this role, so you will need to possess excellent, effective communication skills and have experience in stakeholder management. 

You will have significant experience of sourcing, researching and writing successful tenders, bids, grant and funding applications in addition to experience of organising, promoting and evaluating fundraising and networking events. With an in-depth knowledge of the tendering, grants, contracts and funding sectors you will also possess strong organisational skills, being able to deliver a wide range of priorities on time to a high standard.

Whilst you will work as part of a team, it is important that you can work with minimal supervision, being accountable for decisions made and are able to support other team members as and when required.

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check that we will pay for.

Closing Date: 2nd November 2020

Virtual Interview - date to be arranged as soon ass possible

Action Against Hunger has a vision of a world free from hunger. For almost 40 years, across nearly 50 countries, we have led the global fight against hunger. We save the lives of children and work with their communities before and after disaster strikes. We enable people to provide for themselves, see their children grow up strong, and build prosperous communities. We constantly search for more effective solutions, while sharing our knowledge and expertise with the world. We push for long-term change. We will never give up. Until the world is free from hunger.

The Business Development Manager is a new role within the MEAL Services Team, a pool of MEAL experts delivering projects for external clients as well as internally within the Action Against Hunger international network. The purpose of this role is to lead on and coordinate business development for Action Against Hunger's MEAL Services portfolio. This will be particularly focused on intelligence about and pursuing business development opportunities related to evaluations, monitoring and research from diverse sources (donors, INGOs, NGOs, UN agencies, Foundations etc.). 

As part of the Action Against Hunger UK Operations Department, the post-holder will contribute to the Department’s development and activities, including bringing fresh perspectives and new ideas.

Partnerships Manager – 1 year contract (extension subject to funding) 

Location: Home-based 

Hours: 25 hours per week 

Salary: Circa £17,000pa dependent upon experience 

About Governors for Schools 

We’re a national education charity with the ambition of making sure every school has excellent governance which drives improved outcomes for all children and young people. Since 1999, we’ve been connecting volunteers with English schools and academiesin need of governors.

By finding and supporting a diverse and talented network of governors, we help to drive systematic change in how schools are run. We’ve placed over 10,000 governors in England in the last 5 years and we’ve got ambitious plans which now includes launching our service in Wales. 

Governors for Schools is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Diverse organisations are more effective and we value different experiences and backgrounds. We offer flexible working and welcome applications from people with experience outside the charity and education sector, who can demonstrate a passion for improving education. 

About the role 

With over 20 years’ experience of supporting schools in England, this is a really exciting time to join the charity as we move into Wales. You will help to establish Governors for Schools in Wales by engaging with schools, recruiting volunteers, supporting our existing partnerships and developing new ones. You’ll also research, complete and submit funding bids specific to Wales to enable our continued work. 

We’re looking for someone to join our team as Partnerships Manager for Wales. Initially, this is a one year, part-time contract.

As a remote working post, we would prefer someone to be based in Wales but are open to people based in other locations who have a connection with Wales and an understanding of or experience of the Welsh education system. 

Each day you’ll be: 

• Developing and maintaining relationships with Local Authorities and Consortia to place volunteers and engage schools 

• Engaging schools directly to register vacancies 

• Working with our partners and wider networks to develop awareness of and interest in our service 

• Supporting volunteers through the appointment process, from application to placement

• Providing schools with suitable volunteers, including recruiting for specific vacancies 

• Using a variety of communication channels to promote Governors for Schools services to schools and volunteers in your area, including online presentations 

• Coordinating and taking active involvement in recruitment campaigns with the wider team 

• Increasing the efficiency of the placement process 

• Using our CRM system to ensure volunteer, school and company records are up to date 

After a few months in the role, you’ll: 

• Develop and manage relationships with existing business and university partners

• Account manage up to 10 existing partners, providing frequent communication 

• Carry out business development, encouraging businesses to include school governance as part of their CSR strategy and as a CPD opportunity 

About you 

You enjoy talking to new people and have an organised approach. You’re creative and set yourself high standards. You’ll have a passion for education and be able to consistently demonstrate our values. 

You should apply if: 

Essential 

• You can demonstrate your passion for improving educational standards 

• You have experience developing wider partnerships 

• You have experience using a CRM system 

• You have a connection to Wales and an understanding or experience of the Welsh education system 

Desirable 

• You have experience establishing and managing corporate partnerships 

• Experience of supporting volunteers through an application process 

• You’re comfortable delivering presentations 

• You have proven experience of working to targets

• You have experience as a school governor 

• You are fluent in Welsh and English 

Benefits 

• Flexible working arrangements 

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays pro rata 

• Membership with HEKA, a fitness and wellness benefit 

We’ll be reviewing applicants on an ongoing basis so early application is encouraged. Flexible working arrangements will be considered.

To apply, please send your CV and a one page cover letter addressing the essential criteria. 

Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.