Senior Fundraising Manager (Head of Fundraising)

• Based in Milton Keynes with flexibility to work from home
• Fixed term 18-month contract, 1 March 2021-31 Aug 2022, with possibility of longer-term employment

These are exciting times to join the Winter Night Shelter Milton Keynes. We are looking to move from having a sole fundraiser to develop a new fundraising team as we grow our operations and expand our charitable objectives to meet growing need.

We are looking for a motivated individual to lead our fundraising team to manage the fundraising for the charity’s regular annual income (c.£300k pa) and lead a capital fundraising campaign into its next phase (c.£1.1m over the contract term) to enable the establishment of a new day centre for people who are vulnerably housed.

This role brings with it the opportunity to have a direct and lasting impact on the long-term landscape of provision for the homeless and vulnerable in Milton Keynes. The income generated under this leadership role will enable us as a charity to continue to help rough sleepers at their point of crisis, but will also enable us to support people to maintain their tenancies and provide help to those who may be on a pathway to homelessness, thus having a direct impact on homelessness prevention.

We have been operating to support homeless people in crisis for the last 10 years and were formally established as a charity in 2012. We currently have 12 members of staff, 10 of whom are part-time .

We provide overnight accommodation and meals to homeless and vulnerable people who would otherwise be rough sleeping in Milton Keynes during the coldest months of the year (November–March). We work in partnership with churches and community centres across the city who provide their facilities as an overnight venue and operate with a body of around 800 volunteers each season to provide beds, meals and overnight supervision. We also provide year-round welfare support from our centre, Unity Park Station, enabling our guests to access drug and alcohol support services, to obtain housing advice, move on to longer-term accommodation and to find work.

This winter, due to Covid-19, we are unable to operate overnight accommodation in the usual way but are supporting the government’s ‘Everyone In’ policy and focusing on the provision of welfare support and food provision.

The Trustees of the charity recognise a growing need for support for people who are newly or vulnerably housed, with people struggling to maintain personal stability and tenancies in the longer term. The economic impacts of the pandemic are increasing need and making need more acute for the foreseeable future. To this end we are undertaking a capital fundraising campaign to establish a new day centre to provide services to people who are newly housed or at risk of homelessness (further details available on request to our Communications Assistant, contact details under 'How to apply'). The campaign following its initial stages represents c.£1.1m over the course of the contract.

The role of the Senior Fundraising Manager will involve:

• Setting fundraising strategy, targets and plans to achieve the charity’s objectives from a wide range of income streams.
• Managing the fundraising team including line managing the Fundraising Manager who will in turn have line management responsibility for a Fundraising Assistant (both part-time).
• Delivering the charity’s required operational income (c.£300k per financial year).
• Leading the c.£1.1m capital fundraising campaign for the new day centre.
• Contracting external services where required to supplement the skills or capacity of the team.
• Reporting to and carrying out the wishes of the Board of Trustees.

We are looking for someone with leadership qualities, with the ability to delegate and motivate others. They will need to be self-motivated and have good initiative, with an aptitude for organisation, strategic planning and managing budgets.

The right candidate will be a good communicator, confident in interactions with all people, with proven experience of raising 6-figure sums from a range of income streams. We are particularly interested in candidates with a track record of successful bid-writing to grant-making bodies, trusts and foundations.

The position will be based from home, attending meetings or events (usually in the Milton Keynes area) as needed.

The role brings with it the potential for longer-term employment and changes to contracted hours if successful.

A full job description outlining the accountabilities and preferred skills and experience required is available below.

To apply please send a CV with a covering letter/email outlining why you feel you have the necessary skills for this role to our Communications Assistant, Karen Cobbett, details available under 'How to apply'. The deadline for applications is 10 am on Monday 15th Feb.

Please be prepared to provide at least two appropriate references if asked to do so.

Shortlisted candidates will need to be available for online interviews on Tuesday 23rd February or the afternoon of Thursday 25th February (first stage) and Friday 26th February (second stage).

The WNSMK is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all people from any background. A DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.

(Registered Charity 1149480)

The Regional Volunteering Advisor helps people with sight loss to live the life they choose by delivering and successfully implementing the organisations volunteering strategy across Scotland and Northern Ireland to contribute to the national strategy and wider organisational strategy. The role will collaborate and partner with senior managers and colleagues at a regional level to ensure appropriate volunteer plans are developed and effectively delivered, in line with agreed targets and measures of success.

This is a Home-Based role from either Scotland or Northern Ireland, travel will be required to attend meetings.

This role is 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, with 26 days paid holiday (excluding bank holidays) a year. As a charity, we’re always keen to support flexible working as best we can. We offer a generous pension scheme, life assurance and enhanced pay for parenting and sickness leave. In addition, we provide an Employee Assistance Programme, flexible benefits package and discounts and cashback scheme to care for our people.

More details about this role, the Organisation and the recruitment process can be found in the attached candidate pack and job description.

We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.

Candidate profile

To be able to fulfil this role, and provide help to those with sight loss, the skills and experience we are looking for in a potential candidate include;

Essential

• Proven experience of providing advisory or consultancy services to non-specialist clients.
• Relevant and demonstratable experience of working with volunteers that have leadership responsibilities/manage volunteer teams.
• Proven experience of leading, managing and coaching staff and volunteers effectively.
• Experience of working with process improvement methodologies e.g. Lean, and experience of budgeting and financial reforecasting as well as maximising efficiencies.

For the complete list of essential and desirable criteria necessary to be successful in this role please see the Person Specification within the Job Description below.

If you are successful you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. We cannot provide sponsorship for this role.

How to apply

Applications need to be made using the online application form, accessed using the ‘apply’ button above. As part of your application ensure you provide to evidence and examples of how your skills & experience meet the criteria as set out in the attached job description.

Guide Dogs follow Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding the vulnerable people we work with. As part of this, we require a full work history with any gaps accounted for & a minimum of 2 professional referee details fully covering the past 5 years. If there is not enough space in your application form to provide this information, please ensure you upload additional documentation containing the additional detail.

Diversity

Guide Dogs welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively encourages diversity to maximise achievements, creativity and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability or nationality. We encourage applications from disabled people as they are currently under-represented in the organisation and guarantee an invite to interview for all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.

Safeguarding

Guide Dogs is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk of harm with whom we work. We expect all our employees and volunteers to fully share this commitment.

Role start date: May 2021

This is a national role which will require presence in our Central Office in Reading.

The Digital Fundraising Innovation Partner helps people with sight loss to live the life they choose by actively monitoring the external environment and influencing and challenging teams on the adoption of technology as part of fundraising growth.  This role will ensure that with the adoption of technology we gain new supporters, increased donations and value for money from our digital fundraising.

Through the application of technology and online trends, you will influence strategic change to drive optimal performance and delivery of fundraising objectives.  Monitoring the sector and latest developments you will advise the Fundraising Management Team of potential new sources of revenue, donor acquisition, prospecting and ways to improve the donor experience.

This role is 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, with 26 days paid holiday (excluding bank holidays) a year. As a charity, we’re always keen to support flexible working as best we can. We offer a generous pension scheme, life assurance and enhanced pay for parenting and sickness leave. In addition, we provide an Employee Assistance Programme, flexible benefits package and discounts and cashback scheme to care for our people.

More details about this role, the Organisation and the recruitment process can be found in the attached candidate pack and job description.

We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.

Candidate profile

To be able to fulfil this role, and provide help to those with sight loss, the skills and experience we are looking for in a potential candidate include;

Essential

• Qualified or experienced Technology/Digital Professional
• Significant experience, and a detailed understanding of current and evolving technologies and how they can be applied in our environment.
• Good understanding and experience of Business Analysis and process mapping techniques, as well as detailed understanding of Project management methodologies.

For the complete list of essential and desirable criteria necessary to be successful in this role please see the Person Specification within the Job Description below.

If you are successful you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. We cannot provide sponsorship for this role.

How to apply

Applications need to be made using the online application form, accessed using the ‘apply’ button above. As part of your application ensure you provide to evidence and examples of how your skills & experience meet the criteria as set out in the attached job description.

Guide Dogs follow Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding the vulnerable people we work with. As part of this, we require a full work history with any gaps accounted for & a minimum of 2 professional referee details fully covering the past 5 years. If there is not enough space in your application form to provide this information, please ensure you upload additional documentation containing the additional detail.

Diversity

Guide Dogs welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively encourages diversity to maximise achievements, creativity and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability or nationality. We encourage applications from disabled people as they are currently under-represented in the organisation and guarantee an invite to interview for all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.

Safeguarding

Guide Dogs is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk of harm with whom we work. We expect all our employees and volunteers to fully share this commitment.

This is a key role within YGAM supporting the Trustee Board and its Finance, Audit and Risk Committee. The Clerk will work primarily with the YGAM Trustees and Senior Leadership Team, as well as with key staff members involved in supporting the charity’s governance.

We are seeking an experienced, highly organised and efficient governance professional, who will provide clerking services to the YGAM charity Board, and its Finance, Audit & Risk Committee.  The role will work closely with the Chair of Trustees to support the Board in continuing to develop its effectiveness, including the successful recruitment and induction of new trustees.  Our new clerk will manage and keep up to date the charity’s governance policies and processes and maintain the Risk Register.

The responsibilities of the role will include organising board meetings; producing accurate minutes; advising Trustees and Directors on governance and compliance; reviewing and maintaining governance policies, procedures and related documentation. The role will also lead on trustee induction, training and work closely with the chair regarding Board effectiveness, and trustee recruitment.

The successful candidate will be a self-starter who enjoys working within a busy charity. YGAM has seen a successful period of growth, making this an exciting time to join our dedicated team. This is a part time post with a starting salary £28,00 per annum (pro rata) with the potential to rise to £30,000 from January 2022. A London Weighting allowance of £2,800 will be applied if applicable

To apply please email us a copy of your CV and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, outlining how you meet the Person Specification for the role. The closing date for completed applications is 12 noon on Monday 15th February 2021. Successful applicants who make the shortlist will be asked to attend an interview, which is planned to take place on Tuesday 2 March 2021. Please make sure you can be available that day before applying.

YGAM are proud to be recognised as an Investors in People organisation, guaranteeing a purposeful job with development and career opportunities for the right person.

If you would like to arrange an informal conversation about this post, please download the application pack for contact details.

Good luck with your application and thank you so much for your interest in our work.

Position: Senior Policy Officer (Welfare & Employment)
Type: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Location: Flexible
Salary: £33,886 - £39,276 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band: Band F, Level 1
Department: Policy and Evidence

At the MS Society, we make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.

Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.

Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive environment where you will make a difference.

About this job

This is an exciting opportunity to help the MS Society secure tangible changes for people with MS. Reporting to the Policy Manager (Welfare and Technology), you will lead on high profile policy issues across welfare and employment that affect people with MS.

You will ensure that our policy work is built around strong evidence and is informed by and developed with people affected by MS and relevant professionals.

Working closely with colleagues in External Relations, Communications & Campaigns you will play a key role in building effective campaigns and influencing programmes around key issues facing people with the condition.

You’ll have experience of working in a lobbying or campaigning role or a busy political environment and a proven track record of influencing others, ideally in a welfare and/or employment policy/practice context.

You’ll have a detailed understanding of the policy making processes that surround welfare, excellent analytical skills and the ability to present complex information at senior levels.

You will be joining the Society at an exciting stage of its development and this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive and friendly team.

We offer 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays), travel loan and various other benefits such as supported developmental opportunities.

The MS Society is in the midst of an exciting, transformational, period which builds on our great history and will drive us towards achieving our mission and vision as we embark on our new 5 year strategy.

Part of this exciting transformation will include an office move from our current National Centre in Cricklewood, NW London to a different location in London. We are currently defining where and what type of accommodation this will be and we really want our staff to be involved in that decision.

Closing date: 9am on Monday 1st February 2021

We are committed to promoting equality and diversity.

No agencies please.

Imagine not being able to move, sleep, or smile. Feeling anxious or depressed and struggling to think or remember. Your body not feeling like your own. This is what Parkinson's can feel like.

Every hour, two people in the UK are told they have Parkinson's - a neurological condition that turns lives upside down, leaving a future full of uncertainty.

Parkinson’s UK is a people-powered movement. Together we will find the cure, and improve life for everybody affected by Parkinson’s. Join in!

About the role

This is a truly exciting time to join Parkinson’s UK during the first phase of a new five-year strategy which sets out our ambitious plans to find a cure, raise awareness and improve life for everyone affected by Parkinson's . We’ll do this by innovating how we deliver services, embracing new technology and building a movement for change.

This is a pivotal role to develop the Parkinson’s Excellence Network in Wales working alongside Clinical Leads, academia and other Health and Social care professionals to improve knowledge of Parkinson’s and access to better services.

What you'll do

As a member of our multidisciplinary team in Wales you will work closely with colleagues and people affected by Parkinson’s to develop partnerships with health boards, social care and higher education bodies in Wales.

You will lead in the identification of key service improvement and workforce development opportunities and support the implementation of influencing strategies to drive improvements in access to high quality services for people affected by Parkinson’s across Wales.

What you'll bring

You will have significant experience of gathering intelligence, analysing data, and in the design and implementation of service improvement plans. You will also demonstrate a high level of skill in working co-productively with people affected by Parkinson’s and with volunteers, as well as having the ability to work flexibly across teams.

This is an exciting opportunity if you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role as your next move. If you have the skills and experience we require, with a passion to improve the quality of life of people affected by Parkinson’s we want to hear from you.

Please note this is a home-based position working remotely via video links as the default. However, depending on COVID-19 restrictions, there will be a requirement to travel across Wales and other parts of the UK with occasional overnight stays. The successful candidate will also be required to provide their own broadband with a minimum speed of 2Mb.

Closing date: Wednesday 10 February

Interviews will be held on 01 March.

Overview

The Head of Operations is a critical and key role in the organisation. The successful candidate will deputise for the CEO and founder, and will play a defining role in the growth and development of this small start-up Charity. They will be supported by the CEO and our board of trustees. We are looking for someone who is willing to roll up their sleeves and work across all aspects of the organisation whilst also thinking strategically about how we best use our resources and ensure continued growth. To succeed in this role, you will be an experienced manager who has worked in a charity or similar. You will be able to motivate and inspire a small team of staff and volunteers to deliver exceptional work under pressure. You will be systems-driven, strategic and you will have a proven track record of diversifying income streams. You will be the sort of person that gets stuff done, is comfortable with risk-taking, and is excited about the idea of working for a small start-up with an increasingly global reputation.

You will be responsible for the growth, sustainability, and legal compliance of the charity. 

We use positive action under section 159 of the Equality Act in relation to disability or race. This means that if we have two candidates of equal merit in our process, we will seek to take forward the disabled or Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidate in order to diversify our staff team

Key Responsibilities

• Working effectively and openly with the Board of Trustees, CEO, staff, volunteers and other stakeholders to promote an inclusive, vibrant, high performing organisation.
• Line manage the Support Services Administrator, and together you will lead on the development and management of a world-class free advice line for pregnant women and new mothers facing challenges at work and a world-class mentor scheme which supports women who are taking their employer to tribunal 
• Lead on the collection, management, reporting and analysis of all impact and evaluation data to report to the board and fundraisers 
• Lead on the recruitment of new team members, alongside the CEO, when finances permit
• Work closely with the board and external consultants on a fundraising strategy for the organisation and support the implementation of that strategy 
• Work closely with the Head of Communications on stewardship materials to share with donors 
• Uncover new revenue streams for the organisation; these could include: Training for organisations, training for employees, merchandise, major gifts, events and contract work 
• Develop a pioneering volunteer programme for the organisation. With volunteers who support on all aspects of the organisation’s delivery. Day to day volunteer management will be done by the Support Services Administrator
• Prepare and manage the annual budget and provide forecasting information for the CEO and board of trustees. Work closely with the external accountant to ensure charity accounts are prepared and all relevant payments are made to staff, HMRC and contractors. 
• Report to the CEO and Board of Trustees on the success of our support services against key targets 
• Work with the CEO to establish baselines and targets across all key areas of work and develop the future strategy for the organisation
• Ensure the Charity has up to date policies for all of its work, including: fulfilling data protection, keeping its staff and beneficiaries safe and is fulfilling its legal, regulatory and governance obligations 
• Projects you are asked to develop and manage could include: Pregnant Then Screwed events; The development of Gendering Change (our training programme for employers and employees); sourcing new contract work
• Represent the organisation at key meetings and events. These could include meetings in Parliament such as All Party Parliamentary Groups or meetings with specific MPs about our campaigning work, meetings with funders, meetings with other charities, speaking at events, pitching to secure contracts etc 
• Deputises for the CEO 
• Any other tasks relevant to the role. 

Person specification 

Essential 

• Previous experience of management within a charity or company 
• Experience of growing and diversifying income streams for an organisation 
• Experience of project management, delivering a project on time and to budget
• Experience of implementing and managing systems for an organisation or charity that improve efficiency and ensure good communication 
• Experience of working in a fast paced organisation with multiple competing priorities and stakeholders 
• Financial Management experience 
• Excellent communication skills – both written and oral – including experience of producing professional written documents as well as writing for publications 
• Highly motivated, with an ability to motivate others, and an interest in gender equality 

Desirable

• Experience of report writing, including reporting to funders 
• Experience of being accountable for a project or budget.
• Previous experience of B2B sales
• Previous experience of developing training programmes for employers 
• Experience of designing and delivering training programmes for employers 
• Experience of managing volunteers 
• Based in, or close to, York (but not necessary) 

What you will get in return

In return, you will receive an annual salary of £38k per annum pro-rata working for a really exciting, energetic, high impact charity with an increasingly global reputation. You will play a critical and fundamental role in our growth and sustainability 

You will also receive a generous benefits package including:

• 25 days holiday per year 
• flexible working which is fully embedded in our culture
• support with further professional development; and
• an enhanced pension contribution after your first year of employment.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

The application process

Due to the large volume of applications we usually receive and the need to conduct interviews remotely, the recruitment process for this role will be in three stages.

First stage
Using the form on our website, please send us your CV and a cover letter by midday on Monday 15th February.

Second stage
If long-listed, you’ll be notified by Thursday 18th February and asked to send us a video that is no longer than two minutes explaining why you are the best person for the role.

Third stage
If short-listed, you’ll be notified by the end of Monday 22nd February and asked to interview over Zoom on Friday 26th February.

Job Title: Head of Business Development

Salary:  £45,000 - £50,000 depending on experience

Hours of work: Full-time / Six-month contract, likely to go permanent

Location:  Home-based (sites in South Wales, South Gloucestershire, Buckinghamshire and Haringey)

We are working in partnership with Ategi, an established charity currently undergoing a period of organisational transformation.  Ategi supports people to live their lives, providing services that are specific for the needs of the individual.  The organisation strives to ensure that the support offered is consistent, personalised and of high quality across their three streams of work; Shared Lives, Supported Living and Visiting Support.

The charity is now seeking to appoint an experienced Head of Business Development to provide all aspects of Business leadership, Marketing and Communications across the organisation.  Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will support them to set and achieve the charity’s vision for the future. The successful candidate will be a dynamic individual, with excellent engagement skills and the vision to see new opportunities, grow income and able to support the charity through significant change. 

In order to succeed in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:

• At least five years of business development experience in a not for profit organisation
• proven track record with tendering and contracting processes
• the ability to network, build and manage valued relationships, with commissioners, the public and service users
• excellent budget management skills and the ability to work effectively with limited resources
• experience and confidence in managing multiple projects simultaneously
• excellent verbal and written communication skills, communications and marketing experience

Reporting to the CEO, you will be a natural leader, have clear commercial acumen with the ability to develop a Business Development strategy that positions ategi to embrace an ambitious future, incorporating a wide-ranging, diverse and sustainable set of funding streams.  You will understand how to motivate and inspire a team as you build and develop the reach and income of the Charity, together helping realise the full scale of the considerable ambition that is ategi today.  If you feel you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, we very much look forward to hearing from you.

To apply for this role, please e-mail your CV and Supporting Statement to Adam Stacey, Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment, quoting our reference JO2810.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. 

Closing date for applications: 25 February 2020

Interview date: TBC

HertsCam is a network which provides programmes of support for teachers who want to lead change and improvement in their schools. For more detail see the ‘Outline of HertsCam’ document (attached) .

HertsCam are seeking an Administration and Partnerships Coordinator to support the work of our small Managing Group which comprises the Director, leaders of our core programmes, Finance Manager and Trustees.

The successful candidate will be appointed for nine months from March or April 2021 in the first instance. They would need to work on a self-employed basis for a minimum of 118 days per annum (pro rata) at a daily rate of £120. We envisage an average working week of 2.5 or 3 days for this role.

HertsCam does not have fixed premises so most of the work would be conducted at home. Attending Managing Group meetings (monthly) and Trustee meetings (3 times a year) would be essential. Currently these meetings take place remotely. Attending HertsCam Network Events would be desirable, when we return to face to face events.

The successful candidate will have the usual administrative skills including all aspects of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace and will be well disposed towards professional collaboration. A key responsibility would be forward planning and anticipating recurring administrative tasks.

Role description – principal activities

• Support the Director (who will line manage this role) in the charity’s ambitions to become a thriving, financially sustainable organisation. This will include support for the building of relationships with new partners; researching and identifying funding prospects; and creating new communications and marketing materials to improve the profile of the programmes.

• Support the Director and Programme Leaders in the process of recruitment, the management of assessment and arrangements for network events, residential conferences and team meetings. In addition regular communication with programme participants and the teaching and facilitator teams. This will include managing diaries and organising meetings.

• Support the planning of international events, arrangements for hosting visits from abroad, documentation and communication in relation to these activities.

• Provide administrative support to the Board of Trustees and manage information effectively in accordance with legal requirements. This will involve circulating papers and drafting minutes for Trustee meetings.

• Liaison with the Finance Manager with regard to invoicing, expense claims and financial information needed by the Trustees and Managing Group.

• Support communications, including the creation of compelling visual material to promote the programmes.

• Support fundraising efforts, including researching for possible funders and supporting bid-writing.

• Monitoring and updating of HertsCam’s websites.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 14th February 2021.
Interviews will take place at the end of February 2021.

HertsCam is a network which provides programmes of support for teachers who want to lead change and improvement in their schools. For more detail please see the attached ‘Outline of HertsCam’ document.

HertsCam are seeking an Administration and Partnerships Coordinator to support the work of our small Managing Group which comprises the Director, leaders of our core programmes, Finance Manager and Trustees.

The successful candidate will be appointed for nine months from March or April 2021 in the first instance. They would need to work on a self-employed basis for a minimum of 118 days per annum (pro rata) at a daily rate of £120. We envisage an average working week of 2.5 or 3 days for this role.

HertsCam does not have fixed premises so most of the work would be conducted at home. Attending Managing Group meetings (monthly) and Trustee meetings (3 times a year) would be essential. Currently these meetings take place remotely. Attending HertsCam Network Events would be desirable, when we return to face to face events.

The successful candidate will have the usual administrative skills including all aspects of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace and will be well disposed towards professional collaboration. A key responsibility would be forward planning and anticipating recurring administrative tasks.

Role description – principal activities

• Support the Director (who will line manage this role) in the charity’s ambitions to become a thriving, financially sustainable organisation. This will include support for the building of relationships with new partners; researching and identifying funding prospects; and creating new communications and marketing materials to improve the profile of the programmes.

• Support the Director and Programme Leaders in the process of recruitment, the management of assessment and arrangements for network events, residential conferences and team meetings. In addition regular communication with programme participants and the teaching and facilitator teams. This will include managing diaries and organising meetings.

• Support the planning of international events, arrangements for hosting visits from abroad, documentation and communication in relation to these activities.

• Provide administrative support to the Board of Trustees and manage information effectively in accordance with legal requirements. This will involve circulating papers and drafting minutes for Trustee meetings.

• Liaison with the Finance Manager with regard to invoicing, expense claims and financial information needed by the Trustees and Managing Group.

• Support communications, including the creation of compelling visual material to promote the programmes.

• Support fundraising efforts, including researching for possible funders and supporting bid-writing.

• Monitoring and updating of HertsCam’s websites.

Application process

To apply, please upload your CV and a letter (max 1 page) explaining why your skills and experience make you a suitable candidate for this role.

Please note: applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 14th February 2021.

Interviews will take place at the end of February 2021.

Chief Executive Officer

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced CEO to lead and be responsible for the successful management and development of the UK's largest organic gardening charity.

Position: Chief Executive Officer

Salary: Circa £65,000 per annum depending on experience

Hours: Full time, permanent

Location: Coventry. Flexible / remote working available, although regular travel will be needed

Benefits: Life insurance, 8% employer pension contribution. 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holiday days. Flexible and remote working options considered

Closing date: Sunday 7th March 2021

Interviews: W/C 15th March 2021

About the role:

This is an exciting time to join this incredible charity, as the team is poised to move forward with the next chapter of their history and are looking for a driven, dynamic and inspirational leader to take the helm.

As CEO you will work to a strategic direction agreed by the Board of Trustees, and in accordance with all agreed policies and procedures.

Some of the key responsibilities will include:

• To lead the charity in pursuit of its Vision, Mission and Purpose, ensuring that the highest standards of integrity, openness and professionalism are maintained
• To take the lead in bringing to the Board of Trustees such plans, strategies and policies as required
• To protect and promote the organisation’s respective brands
• To deliver against a robust organisational business plan that meets the agreed strategic direction
• To ensure a successful external profile by developing good relations with relevant partners at national and local level
• To lead, manage and motivate the Executive Team
• To hold overall responsibility for the operational financial management of the Charity in conjunction with the COO and Head of Finance
• To be responsible for an effective workforce recruitment and retention strategy
• To ensure full statutory and legal compliance for all aspects of the organisation as a company and as a charity

About you:

As CEO you will be an exceptional leader with the ability to inspire every member of the team, you will have the ability to develop a long-term vision and think entrepreneurially and strategically to grow the organisation.

You will bring with you the following key skills and experience:

• Experience of at least one of the following policy issues: environment/sustainability, food security, health/well-being, organic/sustainable gardening/farming, community/consumer education programmes
• Team management experience at Chief Executive or executive level.
• Working in collaboration with and being accountable to a Board of Trustees, or equivalent.
• Substantial programme management experience, including budgetary and staffing responsibilities and performance management.
• Excellent ambassadorial, networking and negotiating skills.
• Demonstrable success at inspiring and developing a senior management team.
• Excellent financial management skills.
• Commercial insight.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, both written and oral, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, set priorities and meet deadlines.

The ideal candidate will also have an understanding of membership based organisations, as well as a knowledge of horticultural practice, especially organic-growing principles and practice.

About the organisation:

You will be working for an organic growing charity dedicated to researching and promoting organic gardening. The charity prides itself on its innovative work with individuals, communities and schools – helping people to grow and garden following organic principles. They It works collaboratively with a wide range of partner organisations across the voluntary, public and private sectors. Revenue is generated from the organisation's 20,000 members, contracted programmes, trading and through fundraising. They have also secured corporate and national government funding; undertaking research and producing findings with lasting value. Their patron, HRH The Prince of Wales, takes an active interest in their work and has both visited the showcase organic garden and hosted the charity at Clarence House and Highgrove.

To apply for this position please provide a CV and supporting statement explaining how you meet the criteria for this role.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: CEO, Chief Exec, Chief Executive Officer , Director, MD, Managing Director, Executive Director, COO, Chief Executive  etc.

Job Title: Head of Operations

Salary:  £45,000 - £50,000 depending on experience

Hours of work: Full-time / Six-month contract, likely to go permanent

Location:  Home-based (sites in South Wales, South Gloucestershire, Buckinghamshire and Haringey)

We are working in partnership with Ategi, an established charity currently undergoing a period of organisational transformation.  Ategi support people to live their lives, providing services that are specific for the needs of the individual.  The organisation strives to ensure that the support and care delivered is of a high quality and meets the needs of the people they support across their three streams of work; Shared Lives, Supported Living and Visiting Support.

The charity is now seeking to appoint an experienced Head of Operations to provide operational leadership and managerial responsibility across the organisation.  Reporting directly to the Chief Executive, you will support them to set achieve the charity’s vision and mission. 

The successful individual will demonstrate the following:

• Professional experience of working and leadership within a similar sector undergoing change
• Experience of service delivery within CIW and/or CQC regulated environments
• Resilience in dealing with challenging and difficult situations
• Proven experience of leading successful teams in a senior role
• Exceptional management and organisational skills
• Part of a senior leadership team during a time of organisational transformation

We are seeking an individual who is creative, forward thinking and shares our commitment to the vision and values of the organisation.  You will be a team player, with drive, energy and enthusiasm and relentless in your desire for delivering high quality services.  As a leader you will have the responsibility for ensuring that your team are trained, developed and qualified, successful, motivated and happy.

To apply for this role, please e-mail your CV and Supporting Statement to Adam Stacey, Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment, quoting our reference JO2809.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. 

Due to the immediate requirement and nature of this role, please apply as soon as possible.  Our client will be assessing applications as they are received therefore the role may close early. 

Closing date for applications: 25 February 2021

Interview date: Rolling

Birthrights is the UK charity that champions respectful care during pregnancy and childbirth by protecting human rights. We provide advice and information on your legal rights, train doctors and midwives, and campaign to change maternity policy and systems. We are excited to be growing our small team in 2021. Application deadline: 12pm on 8 February 2021.

We need a strong team-player and self-starter to capitalise on the huge potential we can see in our training offering, which we have not had the resource to do before. We are looking for someone who can bring their expertise and knowledge of developing and expanding training programmes in other charities or organisations and hit the ground running.

You will work with the Programmes Director and the rest of the policy, influencing, and advice team to ensure what we are hearing from women and birthing people contacting our advice line is reflected in our training, and that what we hear from healthcare professionals during training feeds into our policy and campaigning goals.

You will also work with the Programmes Director, Engagement Director, CEO and others to ensure that we reach our targets for generating income from training, whilst also meeting our charitable objectives to spread our message as widely as possible. This will involve a combination of revenue generating training, not for profit training (for example, for other charities supporting women facing severe and multiple disadvantage), and some shorter, free talks or communication pieces in person, on our website or on social media.

You will be responsible for managing our Associate Trainer team, performing the Secretariat function to our Education and Training working group and liaising with all our training clients.

Birthrights is a small but mighty charity, so you need to be both strategic and hands-on. You'll have the mandate to shape our training strategy going forward as well as managing training engagements on a day to day basis.

It's an exciting time to join us. In 2021, we will continue to champion human rights in response to Covid-19 restrictions in maternity care, launch a new national inquiry on racial injustice, grow our advice and training, and shape a new strategic plan. You will be one of four new joiners in the first few months of 2021, taking our team up to 9 plus freelancers working on shorter term projects.

Please note, this is a Home-based role (UK within reasonable commuting distance of London and able to travel to regular team meetings and events in London, once the Covid-19 situation allows). There's also access to a co-work space near London Fields in Hackney.

Birthrights is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in our organisation and our external work. We want to increase the diversity of our team, especially at senior level. We particularly welcome applications from people of colour, LGBTQ+ people and disabled people, who are currently under-represented in our staff team. We will use positive action under the Equality Act 2010 to appoint from these under-represented groups if two candidates are equally qualified.

Please send your CV and a short covering statement (maximum two sides of A4) by noon on Monday 8 February. For more information on how to apply, please look at the full job pack.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a hands on Finance Lead to join the team at Talkback, at an exciting time of growth.

Are you a person with a passion to help people? If so, would you like to use your skills and work alongside like-minded, committed colleagues to enable people with a learning disability to increase their self-esteem, have more say, and control over their lives. Talkback has worked for over 20 years in a person-centred way with over 1000 people with learning needs and/or autism.

Position: Finance Lead

Location: The role is office and home based with a requirement to work in the South Bucks office at least 2 days a week and travel across Buckinghamshire, as required, to visit our teams

Salary: £28,000 - £38,000 per annum pro rata depending on skill levels

Hours:  Full and Part Time considered - a minimum of 3 days per week.

Benefits:

Holidays: 23 – 27 days per year, dependent upon length of service and days worked

Pension: A Workplace Pension scheme, where both the employer and employee contribute

Family Friendly Benefits: We are committed to supporting staff in achieving a sensible work-life balance.

Employee Assistance Programme: staff have access to the support line 24/7

Parking: Free parking available on site

As Finance Lead you will be responsible for managing the financial assets of the charity and supporting its long-term future through effective and responsive controls, reporting and planning.

You will support the CEO, advise the Board of Trustees and be part of the senior leadership team, providing timely and insightful forecasting, maintaining effective financial control and supporting the CEO in developing business plans and analysis. You will also be handling transactions when required, as it’s a hands on approach we need.

Having had experience of working in an SME or Charity environment you will use your experience and knowledge, outside Finance, for the benefit of the people that we support and will be willing to provide hands on support, when required.

About You:

To be successful in the role you will need the following skills/experience:

• Fully qualified – ACCA or equivalent
• All round experience of working in an SME with excellent operational knowledge
• Experience of working within the Charity sector essential
• Proven ability to support change management processes with financial data
• Strong IT knowledge including advanced knowledge of MS Excel
• An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• The ability to work on a range of projects
• Collaborative and hands-on style of working
• Contract management experience preferred

Other roles you may have experience of could include Charity Finance Manager, Head of Finance, Finance Team Leader, Finance Analyst, Senior Finance Manager, Interim Finance Manager, Financial Accounting Manager, Finance Manger etc.