£25,481 - £27,741 per annum, depending on experience

Hours: 35 per week

Location: various (Herefordshire and Worcestershire)

Contract: Fixed-term (initially until 31.03.2022)

Ref: 984/985

The Cranstoun Group is a charity empowering people to live healthy, safe and happy lives.  Our skilled and compassionate teams work with service users, families and communities, helping them to make positive changes.

New and exciting opportunities have arisen within the organisation to deliver domestic abuse perpetrator case management interventions as part of the Drive Project. We are looking to recruit Case Managers to work across Worcestershire and now also expanding to include Herefordshire.

Drive is an innovative national project that aims to improve the lives and safety of victims and children, by holding high-risk perpetrators to account. The project combines case management of perpetrators with a co-ordinated multi-agency response.

As Case Manager, you will strive to make contact and work on a one-to-one basis with perpetrators to pro-actively secure engagement, influence attitudinal and behavioural change and link to complementary services and contribute to disrupt activities.

You will work closely with the Independent Domestic Violence Advisor to review risk, develop safety plans and improve outcomes for all parties ensuring the victim’s voice is considered.

You will work alongside existing agencies to design a co-ordinated, intervention plan, addressing identified needs and risks, and promoting understanding of the impact of abusive behaviours.

You will be passionate and committed to working within a multi-disciplinary team and will have a demonstrable track record of working with complex need service users to support people to live healthy safe and happy lives.

We are looking to appoint to this role as soon as possible. Extensive training will be provided which may include the opportunity to gain accreditation for working with perpetrators of DVA. 

We will also consider secondments.

When applying, please state clearly which area you are applying for (e.g. Herefordshire, ref 985) to assure we process your application correctly.

Police vetting will be undertaken with the successful candidate.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept CVs.

Interview will consist of attitudinal testing and a formal interview panel which includes key Drive stakeholders.

Closing date: Sunday 7 February 2021.

Interviews: TBC

The Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) is the regulator for 15 health and social care professions. Our purpose is to protect the public. We maintain a register of health and care professionals who meet our standards for training, professional skills, behaviour and health, and take action if their fitness to practise is called into question. The HCPC currently regulates around 360,000 professionals.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong management skills, who has significant experience of managing a team with case management and investigation responsibilities. The post-holder will have a sound understanding of professional regulation and the law in this area, and experience of monitoring/driving productivity whilst working within a framework of legislation and operational procedures. We are looking for a capable leader, who can maintain a highly motivated team through effective management and maintaining behaviours within the team that support the HCPC’s values.

The Case Team Manager of the Case Resolution & Preparation team will lead, motivate and manage a team responsible for the preparation and presentation of fitness to practise cases. This role will require the post-holder to oversee the management of cases that have been referred to the latter stage of the fitness to practise process, and to ensure that these are undertaken to a high standard. The post holder will also assist the Operational Manager with the day-to day management of the HCPC’s external legal provider.

In addition to overseeing this work, the post-holder will be responsible for the allocation of in-house presenting and managing the three new Presenting Officers recently appointed.  

You will have significant experience of managing a team and resources, including demonstrable ability and understanding of performance management and coaching. You will have a high level of written English and verbal communication skills, and an ability to use your initiative to work effectively under pressure. Your strong communication skills will enable you to work effectively within a team and with your peers, to build and maintain positive relationships across a range of internal and external stakeholders.

You will be able to work closely with a range of people involved in fitness to practise cases (including our external legal services provider and the HCPC’s tribunal service), and have a strong understanding of regulation and experience of working with/interpreting legislation. This will be particularly important as you will be required to make sound, evidence based decisions about the HCPC’s position during Practice Committee hearings, and in advising Case Managers in relation to requests for instruction.

All HCPC employees enjoy generous benefits, including 30 days annual leave. You can also take advantage of interest-free season ticket loans, a cycle to work scheme, our employee discounts on gym membership and a broad range of retail outlets and favourable consideration of flexible working. We are committed to workforce learning and development opportunities. 

Contract Type: Fixed term post until 31 March 2022

Closing Date: 4 February 2021 (All vacancies will close at 1pm)

Interview Date: W/b 15 February 2021

Further information on this role is detailed in the job description and person specification.

The HCPC welcomes applicants from all sections of the community and we promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion.

The Victoria Hall CIO charity is looking for a committed and self starting person to grow use of a brand new community building.  Your aim will be to enable the facilities to be vibrant and well used so that they serve community groups, businesses and organisations in the area.

The charity is keen to bring on board someone with the vision and personality to create a vital new welcoming and dynamic centre. Harrow is a changing and developing place and these facilities are located at the heart of this.

The role involves the practicalities of running a safe venue and the marketing skills to grow regular users and engage with those who want events and activities well run and accessible to a wide range of people.

You will be delivering the day to day running of the facilities, compliance with procedures, ensuring the safety of users and operating a booking system as well as marketing to a high standard and overseeing caretaking.

The Trustees are looking for a person with skills and experience of:

• Running, practically, a community centre or similar facilities.
• Working with stakeholders across all sectors and building positive relationships for mutual benefit (including fundraising) to communities.
• Growing income in voluntary settings.
• IT skills to keep up to date records including in managing money.
• Being a self starter with attention to detail and used to working under your own initiative.
• Marketing and social media skills to engage the target market.
• Developing a team of volunteers.

In return the right person will receive

Opportunities to take the initiative and launch and grow a wonderful new facility and make this a special place.

Salary range; £27,000 - £30,000 depending on experience

Pension contribution

Holiday allocation: 22 days plus bank holidays

The working hours

Working hours: 37 hours per week, to be worked in a flexible pattern to include some evening and 
weekend working

This is a full time contract for 3 years.

Shannon Trust is a charity operating across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, supporting thousands of people in prison each year to transform their lives by unlocking the power of reading. We inspire and train prisoners who can read to teach prisoners who can’t.  2020 was a year of adaptation brought about by COVID19 – we revised our delivery model and now, in 2021, we want to develop much further.  To support this, we are now recruiting to new roles and are seeking proactive, committed, and enthusiastic applicants to join our team and help us continue our journey.

This role will lead the piloting of our community provision across Hertfordshire, Esex & Suffolk.  You’ll work closely with a handful of agencies and prisons, testing the delivery of our reading programme outside of the prison environment.  You’ll be an excellent relationship builder, confident in the management and training of volunteers, and able to problem solve. A proactive self-starter, you’ll bring your experience of community projects and will relish the opportunity to develop and deliver new programmes, seeking learning and innovation through the lifetime of the pilot.  Leaders, team players, those CJS savvy and familiar with digital business tools should apply.

Shannon Trust is a charity operating across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, supporting thousands of people in prison each year to transform their lives by unlocking the power of reading. We inspire and train prisoners who can read to teach prisoners who can’t.  2020 was a year of adaptation brought about by COVID19 – we revised our delivery model and now, in 2021, we want to develop much further.  To support this, we are now recruiting to new roles and are seeking proactive, committed, and enthusiastic applicants to join our team and help us continue our journey.

Working closely with prisons, volunteers and mentors, this role will lead the delivery and development of our prison-based programme across South West England and Wales, maximising opportunities for people in prison to learn to read.  You’ll be an excellent relationship builder, confident in the management and training of volunteers, and able to problem solve.  We want to hear from applicants who can lead, be a team player, with knowledge of the criminal justice system (CJS) and who are comfortable with the use of digital business tools.

Overview

Assist the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in the daily management of Involve Community Services.  Deputise and lead on area of development and support (business networking & coaching) for the local voluntary and community sector as well as communities across Bracknell Forest and Wokingham Borough.

Core Tasks and Responsibilities

• Deputise for the CEO as required.
• Support the CEO in identifying new development opportunities for the charity and wider sector.
• Nurture new programmes of work in consultation with the CEO.
• Support the management and supervision of all core services and the wider administration of the charity.
• Attend strategic meetings acting on behalf of Involve Community Services and the wider Voluntary & Community Sector.
• Share and lead any pieces of work or opportunities that arise from the attendance of boards/ forums.
• Contribute to business planning, communications and sharing of information both internally and externally, for the benefit of the charity and wider Voluntary and Community Sector.
• Positively support the reputation and brand of Involve Community Services.
• Maintain a position of empowering and enabling the voluntary & Community Sector.
• Offer basic level advice and guidance to start-up charities and community groups when requests fall outside of internal service offers and resources.
• Signpost organisations/ individuals to suitable resources, tools and guides to aid their development.
• As required, complete organisational reviews/ meetings to build and propose bespoke paid for development/ consultancy work as appropriate.
• Build and maintain contacts with quality/qualified sub-contractors with skills to undertake one off/ targeted pieces of work with charities/ groups.
• Lead on the organisation, promotion and delivery of the Growth Clubs.
• Support the promotion and delivery of the Future Leaders course in partnership with the Training Manager.
• Organise and deliver Community Awareness events across 2 boroughs.
• Lead an internal weekly catch up/ info sharing meeting with the Development Team members – allocating work and sharing intelligence.
• Support policy development in consultation with the CEO.
• Lead on the promotion and development of the Advantage Package.
• Network and build relations with local partners including the Voluntary and Community Sector, statutory providers, businesses and other interested parties.
• Identify and support community initiatives/ community resilience exercises, not deviating from Involves core focus and maintaining strong exit strategies from any projects.
• Instigate forums/ networks as required to support communities/actions/ initiatives/ themes with partners and organisations.
• Contribute to the development of the service by advising Management of areas of particular need, new opportunities and local development.
• Attend meetings and carry out other duties as requested.
• Undertake other duties that support the operations of Involve Community Services and the wider Voluntary and Community Sector.

Essential experience, qualifications, skills and attributes

You will have:

1.     Proven experience leading and managing a team.

2. Commitment to positive community action and making a difference to the lives of local people and neighbourhoods.

3. Knowledge of the local Voluntary and Community Sector and local key strategic partners.

4. Substantial paid or unpaid experience of working with businesses, people/communities and/or community groups.

5. Experience of overseeing budgets.

6. Interpersonal skills that enable you to work with people at all levels.

7. Proficient written and spoken communication skills.

8. The ability to act diplomatically, impartially and fairness.

9. Problem-solving and negotiation skills.

10. Organisational and planning skills so to manage your time effectively and meet deadlines and priorities of the organisation.

11. Good time-keeping skills to enable you to effectively manage/ deliver training schedules and programmes.

12. Personal commitment to improving your own knowledge and skills.

13. Commitment to equal opportunities and an understanding of the needs of disadvantaged individuals and communities.

14. Experience of working in partnership with other organisations.

15. A ‘can do’ attitude with an ability to prioritise workload.

16. Ability to travel within Bracknell Forest and Wokingham Borough: access to a car is essential.

17. Strong written and verbal communications skills and good attention to detail.

18. Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Office.

You will be able to:

1. Respond flexibly to a constantly changing environment.
2. Deal tactfully but assertively with a wide range of people.
3. Actively listen and motivate and encourage people.
4. Show creativity, common sense and initiative.
5. Work well under pressure whist managing and prioritising workload.
6. Work as part of the team to meet the organisations aims and objectives.
7. Prepare and present information in an accessible form, both electronically and in writing.
8. Be willing and able to work flexible hours with occasional evening and weekend meetings.

Role Flexibility

involve is a small, focussed organisation working in an ever-changing environment which means that staff and management are required to respond to both internal and external opportunities and challenges often a short notice. As a result, the pace of work can be varied. Time flexibility and a 'can-do' attitude are essential as is the ability to find ways and means to undertake work when solutions may not always be initially obvious.

All candidates should supply a covering letter with their CV explaining how their skills match the Job description and why they would like to work for Involve Community Services.

About us

This is a fantastic opportunity to work at a leading Hospice which aspires to a world where all dying people and those close to them have access to care and support, whenever and wherever they need it. St Christopher’s Hospice was founded in 1967 by Dame Cicely Saunders and formed part of the modern hospice movement. Proudly celebrating over 50 years and with a turnover of over £20 million, we provide invaluable care and support to over 7,500 people across the five London Boroughs of Bromley, Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark.

Your new role

We have an exciting and new opportunity that has arisen for an experienced Buildings Manager to join our Estates and Site Services team. This team has responsibilities across two sites, Sydenham (this includes our main hospice building and our newly built world class education centre, St Christopher’s CARE) and our Orpington site where we provide outpatients services at the Caritas Centre.

You will be responsible for the maintenance of the buildings and grounds at both sites, you will also act as the Health and Safety Lead along with project management for defined capital projects. You will also have responsibility for the management of staff and external companies in delivering the above.

The role will be predominately based at the Sydenham site, with visits to Orpington as required.

What you will need to succeed

The successful candidate will have the relevant professional qualification (e.g. BIFM, NEBOSH, IOSH) and have minimum of a HND in a relevant engineering discipline. You will also have experience of delivering a facilities management services and have excellent knowledge of Health and Safety requirements across a multi-sited organisation.

In addition, the ideal candidate will have the ability to manage a large number of staff across a range of areas ensuring accountability of all, have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a flexible and adaptable manner and be able to act with discretion and tact at all levels.

Closing Date:             31st January 2021

1st Interview Date: w/c 15th February 2021

2nd Interview Date: w/c 1st March 2021

Please note, each application is scored according to how well the supporting statement addresses each point on the Person Specification for the role. Candidates will be short-listed for interview on the extent to which they consider they meet the specific points within the Person Specification.

We are looking for someone to manage a small team of Recovery and Wellbeing workers across South Somerset, in a new whole-system, holistic approach to mental health.  This is a new role.

You will be employed by the Balsam Centre, an independent, place based community charity.  It is part of a dynamic partnership of Voluntary Sector organisations working with NHS and Local Authority colleagues across Somerset, through OPEN Mental Health.

Safe Passage is recruiting an Operations Assistant to support our operations internationally, and to enable continuing and sustainable growth in our ground-breaking work to ensure that safe, legal routes to sanctuary exist for all people seeking asylum. This is a practical and administrative role that is crucial to the effective operations of a young and successful refugee charity.

Experience in a similar role would be welcome, but this could also be your first paid position in the charity sector, or you could be returning to work after time out. We are looking for strong, transferrable administrative and organisational skills. This position will have a dedicated training budget and you will be supported to grow and develop within your role.

You will be attentive to detail, flexible, efficient, great at time management, and able to work well both independently and under supervision as part of a small and energetic team. A keen interest in the charity/NGO/refugee sectors is advantageous. 

Closely supporting the International Operations Manager, you will facilitate the day-to-day work of Safe Passage across all our entities in the UK, Greece, and France. You will provide remote support to our teams in Athens and Paris, as well as Campaigns, Legal & Arrivals, Fundraising, and Board of Trustees in the UK. This is a varied and dynamic role that works across HR, logistics, volunteer, IT, payroll, and facilities functions.

How do I apply?

Please visit out websitet to read the Job Description and Person Specification and to view details of how to apply in full. 

Closing date: Sunday 7th February 2021 at 11.59 pm

If you would like an informal chat about our Operations Assistant role and your experiences, please do reach out to Laura, our International Operations Manager.

About Safe Passage

Safe Passage was founded in late 2015 in response to what became known as Europe’s modern ‘refugee crisis’. In the past four years we have grown from a small UK project, to an international organisation with 25 members of staff supporting refugees to access safe and legal routes to asylum across Europe. To date more than 2,000 individuals have travelled to safety through routes we have opened.

• Our vision is for every person seeking asylum to be able to access a safe and legal route to a place where they can lead a full and dignified life.
• We do things differently - championing refugees’ rights by combining strategic legal work, advocacy, capacity building and community organising.
• We are focused on achieving systemic change in refugee and asylum policy at both nation-state and international level.

We value equality and diversity in our organisation, and strive to build a workforce reflective of the communities we work in. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith, or disability. People with refugee or asylum seeking backgrounds are experts by experience and are particularly encouraged to apply.

Operations Director – Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity to really make a difference? Green Light Trust, one of Suffolk’s leading and fastest-growing charities are looking for an Operations Director to work with our CEO and the senior leadership team to support our exciting growth plans and the continual improvement of all our programmes and activities.  

At Green Light Trust we believe in using the power of nature to build health, hope and happiness, successfully supporting thousands of people of all ages from diverse and challenged backgrounds each we have built an excellent reputation. We have an ambitious medium-term plan for continued growth to support more participants across a wider geographic area and the successful Operations Director will have a pivotal role in executing these plans.

As our Operations Director, you will have a background of working at a senior level and we are keen to hear from candidates for all sectors. You will be responsible for all operational elements, including the operational programme delivery budget for the charity. Ensuring we maintain the high quality of our work, safely and effectively. Leading, supporting, and mentoring a team of talented and committed operational managers you will be able to directly see the impact the trust has on the lives of the people we support.

On offer is a salary of circa £40,000 - £50,000 (depending on experience) and this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced operations candidate to help us achieve our plans and build on the successful relationships we currently hold.

Here at Green Light Trust, we are embarking on the next exciting phase of our growth and if you would like to play a major part in contributing to the future development of the charity, we would love to hear from you.  Please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Could you be Settle’s Operations Manager? This is a new role for a small but impactful charity and will be key to our future success and ability to deliver high quality, essential services to our community.

About Us

Settle is an award-winning charity that supports vulnerable young people moving into their first home. Our mission is to break the cycle of youth homelessness by equipping young people with the life skills and confidence they need to thrive.

About the role

Due to recent expansion, we are now looking for the right person to help lead the next phase of our development as Operations Manager. This is a new role and will be key to our future success and ability to deliver high quality, essential services to our community. You will be responsible for the smooth day to day running of the charity, overseeing the operational and financial management aspects of Settle. You will work with the team to help build on the success of Settle’s first 5 years and report directly to our CEO.

You will have understanding, and experience, of the business and operational skills needed to meet the needs of a growing, fast paced charity. You will bring the ability to evaluate, adapt and create the effective and economical processes needed for Settle’s operations and culture to thrive, problem solving challenges where needed.

You will be a great organiser who does not shy away from a challenge. Flexible, enthusiastic and highly motivated, you will have great communication skills with the ability to build relationships with a range of diverse stakeholders. You will bring your professional excellence to all aspects of the role.

Key info

• Salary: £30-35k pro-rata depending on experience
• Hours: Part-time, 3 days per week
• Contract Length: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract with a view to extend
• Location: Currently remote working with future work at our office in London Fields, Hackney
• Start Date: March 2021

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

Care4Calais is a volunteer run charity delivering essential aid and support to refugees living in Northern France, Belgium and the UK. We believe in a fair and tolerant British society and advocate for a welcoming and inclusive attitude towards refugees.

Care4Calais UK Operations Manager - Full time position

Due to rapid growth of our UK operations, we are currently recruiting an Operations Manager on a full time basis who will drive froward UK operations to achieve maximum impact and effectiveness.

In the UK we work with asylum seekers who have recently arrived to provide clothing, support and help them access services such as legal and medical assistance. The UK Operations Manager will support ten regional lead volunteers, hundreds of grassroots volunteers and the legal aid access team made up of 26 volunteers and a compliance team.

The UK Operations Manager will be responsible for driving froward UK operations to achieve maximum impact and effectiveness.  The performance of each region and team needs to be regularly assessed and action taken to build capacity and skills where needed.  You will need to develop and sustain the motivation of the volunteers through continuous engagement and support to ensure that proper safety procedures for effective aid distribution are in place, well communicated and applied. As a new operation, continuous improvement through research, learning and development of practices, and liaison with other organisations will be critical.

Profile:

Clear leadership ability, with the capability to act with initiative and drive

Proven project management skills

Previous experience of working with a charity

Strong interest in refugee and asylum work.

Hands on, operational, dynamic and enthusiastic

Team worker with good communication and people skills

Pragmatic with a strong willingness and drive to find solutions and to get things done

Capacity to inspire and sustain volunteer engagement

Strong organizational and delegation skills

Note: the above represents a challenging role which will require development and demonstration of high level skills.  Appropriate training and support will be provided.  Please note that we receive a high number of applications and are a small internal team so if you do not receive a response in the first round this means you have not been selected.

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

SUMMARY

We are looking for an Operations Manager to work with our London-based team. You will be conscientious, with an attention to detail and excellent interpersonal skills, and above all have a strong commitment to social and environmental justice. This is a great opportunity to join an organisation working at the nexus of human rights and tropical forest protection.

Reporting to the ED, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the organisation and ensuring these are carried out in accordance with agreed policies and processes including internal systems, compliance and safeguarding.

THE ROLE

Human resources

• Ensuring the organisation is appropriately staffed and skilled to fulfil its strategic direction.
• Working with other Senior Management Team members and line managers to ensure the charity recruits, trains and retains outstanding members of staff.
• Overseeing the development and implementation of RFUK’s HR strategies and policies.
• Building a highly inclusive and supportive culture ensuring team members thrive and organisational outcomes are met.
• Leading on effective processes for recruiting, onboarding, professional development, performance management, appraisals and training of staff.
• Providing strategic HR advice, acting as a point of contact for staff and managers in relation to employment law.
• HR administration, including management of our online HR system, HR documentation and monitoring of key dates in the employee lifecycle.

Organisational policies and compliance

• Overseeing the development and upkeep of RFUK’s internal governance documents and procedures in line with UK legislation and aid sector standards.

• In conjunction with the Programmes team, ensuring compliance with international donor requirements and integrating these into our organisational policies where appropriate.

• Serving as RFUK’s data protection officer.

• Ensuring adherence to our code of conduct with employees, beneficiaries, partners, funders and all those who come into contact with RFUK.
• With Programmes staff, ensuring that all staff are fully aware of and comply with the prescribed policies and procedures, including travel safety and security arrangements, anti-bribery, safeguarding, procurement etc.

Finance

With the Finance Manager:

• Preparation and monitoring of organisational budgets and cash flow forecasts.
• Assisting with the annual organisational audit and project-specific audits and coordinating/incorporating any required changes.
• Ensuring value for money and maximising financial efficiency in the internal functioning of the organisation.
• Assisting with banking facilities and payment runs, including international transfers.
• Management of cash held in the office; assisting with regular cash reconciliations.
• Liaising with the Programmes team to ensure that required financial information is made publicly available (e.g. in compliance with the International Aid Transparency Initiative, Charity Commission etc.).

General operations

• Ensuring there are adequate internal communications systems to enable staff to carry out their jobs effectively.
• Assisting with coordination of office meetings, organisational away days and no travel weeks.
• Participating in regular SMT meetings.
• Liaising with the Board and the ED in ensuring that regular Board meetings are held, agendas set and outcomes implemented.
• Ensuring that the highest possible standards are established and maintained for the RFUK staff’s working environment, and that infrastructure such as IT and other systems are adequate for staff to carry out their work.
• Carrying out other tasks as may be requested by the Executive Director.

PROFILE AND PERSON SPECIFICATION

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• A minimum of 5-years’ experience as an operations manager in a small to medium size organisation

• Demonstrable experience developing and improving organisational policies in accordance with regulatory changes and industry best practice

• HR management experience and demonstrable knowledge of best practice in the field

• Excellence in compliance and risk management with advanced knowledge of UK and international regulatory environment

• Ability to set and manage organisational budgets

• Degree in relevant field

• Excellent command of Microsoft programmes, including Excel

Desirable

• Experience of working in charity sector, particularly international development
• French or Spanish speaking
• Knowledge of safeguarding requirements

Personal attributes

• Strong personal commitment to RFUK’s mission and to social and environmental justice in general

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – written and oral
• Careful and conscientious with demonstrable attention to detail
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and to multiple deadlines
• Proactive, collaborative and approachable
• Personal integrity
• Interest in human rights & environmental issues

SUMMARY, TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Hours, remuneration and place of work:

The post is offered on a 2-year fixed term contract with possibility of extension. The role will be subject to a 6-month probationary period.

The post is a full-time position, based on a 35-hour working week in our North London office. Remote working will be in operation during lockdown.

The starting salary is £41,869 gross per annum.

Monthly salary is paid by Bank Automated Credit transfer, on the 25th of every month.

Holidays, sick pay and other benefits are provided in accordance with statutory requirements. 30 days paid leave per year are offered.

Workplace pension (4% employer contribution).

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES  

RFUK is an equal opportunities employer, and makes no discrimination on the grounds of gender, race, age, physical abilities, religious or sexual persuasion.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should send your CV and with a cover letter of two pages maximum, explaining your motivation and providing concrete evidence of why you are suitable for the position. Please also specify where you saw this job advertisement.

The deadline for submission is 31 January 2021.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

THE RAINFOREST FOUNDATION UK

The Rainforest Foundation UK (RFUK) is a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting indigenous peoples and traditional populations of the world’s rainforests in their efforts to protect their environment and fulfil their rights to land, life and livelihood.

Reports to: Executive Director
Location: UK (temporarily remote)
Hours: F/T, Perm, 35 hours per week
Salary and Benefits: £86,118 per annum
Closing Date: 31 January 2021

The Position

If you want to challenge yourself, work hard and make a real difference in the world, we might just have the role for you! 

We invite you to help lead us through an exciting period of growth and development. You'll join us at a key moment in our history, and take us into a dynamic future.

This is a unique chance for a finance orientated, senior manager from the not-for-profit sector with international experience, to head up the finance and operations department for our high-impact organisation.

The primary responsibility of the Director of Finance and Operations is to ensure  the successful financial and operational performance of the organisation through close partnership with the Executive Director and Director of Member Engagement.

You will have outstanding management and leadership skills, with extensive experience to engage and motivate a diverse, decentralised team to fulfil their potential. It is essential that you have a strong understanding of the operational requirements placed upon international Charities based in the UK, including managing grants and sub grants. You need to be able to explain complex financial data and concepts clearly and succinctly to non finance professionals.

You will be able to think creatively, and have the analytical skills and judgement, combined with strong communication skills to take and implement strategic decisions in a complex and fast paced environment. You will have a professional financial qualification and experience of supporting a small Charity transition into a medium sized organisation.

In addition, you'll bring a thorough working knowledge of charity finance and governance, HR and fundraising to your role. You'll draw on all your creativity and energy to achieve maximum success and sustainability in a role where you have the opportunity to apply your skills to make a difference. We look forward to hearing from you -and offering a warm welcome from our lively and diverse team.

Diversity and Inclusion

PWYP is an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a strong, and diverse workforce.