AREA OPERATIONS MANAGER x 3

Are you an accomplished, confident, approachable and empathetic manager? Do you want a job where you make a difference every day? Can you listen as well as talk, be organised as well as flexible?  If this is you, then you should take the next step and apply to join the family of the Fishermen’s Mission.We are looking for three Area Operations Managers to deliver frontline emergency response, practical welfare and pastoral support operations throughout the UK.

The three regions are:

• Around the west coast of England to Weymouth, Wales and Northern Ireland.

• The east and south east coast of England (from Eyemouth in the north to Poole in the south)

• Scotland including the islands

This job is about commercial fishermen and their families and the Fishermen’s Mission staff that support them in times of need.  You will be able to drive consistency and professionalism in service delivery and lead the application of the charity’s values. You will be able to communicate clearly the bigger picture of the charity's aims and will also have the attention to detail to make sure everything is running like clockwork, both from an administrative perspective and in terms of HR, compliance and governance.

The role will entail significant travel to staff at the fishing ports and harbours across your area. As a key player in the Head Office team, you will also be able to input to the development of operations at the management level. This is one of the most rewarding jobs you could ever hope to have. 

The Fishermen’s Mission is a Christian charity that has been around since 1881.  We help active and retired commercial fishermen and their families.  You could be part of our vital work.   Relevant experience is important, but we’re not caught up in qualifications; we are looking for the right person.  Someone who can organise and inspire a dispersed and diverse team to perform willingly and consistently.  Sound like you? Get in touch.

For further detail and an application pack please go to our website

Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and a DBS check.

Business Analysis
Temp - 12 Month
London
My client is currently looking for a Business Analysis within the Hackney area you will join a successful team and provide specialist high level advice and guidance to service directorate staff in the preparation of business cases for ICT systems.
Responsibilities:
1. To ensure that all systems comply with the companies policies, especially those of Information Management and Security.
2. To act as a specialist advocate for technology, to enabled change with an understanding of the cultural and management challenges involved in such projects.
3. To prepare business cases for directorate and corporate systems, to involve investigations into business systems and processes, to deliver benefits to service or efficiency ,making recommendations, producing reports, process and data models as necessary.
4. To keep up to date with all new technology, legislation and any additional changes as they relate to your responsibilities.

Person Specification:
1. Understanding of the business application framework, in particular CRM, EDRMS, Workflow, Web, and Business Intelligence.
2. High level knowledge/understanding of capabilities of the following:
- Integration techniques
- SQL Server 2005 reporting
- Microsoft SQL Server 2000 / 2005
- Understanding of virtualised environment and clusters
- MS office and Macro functionality.
- Understanding of MS Outlook functionality including email editors, signatures and formats
- Familiarity with thick client enterprise systems.

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Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Head of Business Development

• Full time (37 hours per week)
• £51,324 pa plus 6% pension contribution
• Permanent
• 25 days annual leave
• Office base: London based

Clinks is the national infrastructure charity supporting charities and social enterprises working with people in the criminal justice system and their families in England and wales.  We have been providing this support since 1997 and we’re proud of our achievements on behalf of a sector which provides vital support to people in increasingly difficult situations at a time of challenge and opportunity in their lives.

We are currently hiring for two new senior roles in our team and want to hear from talented people who are committed to doing what they can so that people in the criminal justice system and their families can rely on a vibrant and well supported voluntary sector. The environment we work in is tough and providing ever increasing challenges.  We are looking for two people who love a challenge, believe in the potential of everyone given the right support and also believe that voluntary organisations play a crucial role at the heart of our criminal justice system.

Our Head of Business Development will enable Clinks to generate income in a way that will allow us to deliver on our ambitious plans to support the sector now and into the future.  They will work across the charity to develop our ways of working to identify and develop programmes of work as well as a robust and comprehensive income generation strategy.  They will be a member of our senior management team. 

Deadline for applications 9am Friday 27th March

Interviews will be held in Central London on Tuesday 7th April

Marketing & Communications Manager, Norwich Research Park, Norwich

£27,509.00 to £34,004 per annum - subject to skills and experience.

Full Time - 35 hours per week (to include weekend and bank holiday working if required).  

With cancer, everything can change.  At Big C, you can make a difference to local people affected by cancer while being part of a dynamic team.

Working as part of the Income Generation team, you will provide effective leadership to the small but busy Marketing and Communications team of employees, volunteers and consultants, managing team workload and output in addition to managing your own hand on work.

As an experienced Marketing and Communications professional, you will use your skills and experience to actively contribute to the development of the charity’s marketing and communication strategies to support the achievement of Big C’s wider strategic objectives.

Through the planning, implementation and delivery of high-quality activities, you and your team will and meet the needs of the wider Big C team; including; printed materials, e-newsletters, social media and the organisation’s website (including Big C’s Virtual centre); ensuring safe, effective practice and compliance with legislation and internal policies and procedures.

If you are a team player with strong leader skills, heaps of enthusiasm, great marketing and communication skills, and are passionate about directly helping local people affected by cancer, we would love to hear from you.

Please see our website for the full job description.

Closing date for applications:  30th April 2019 - however please note that this is subject to change or may close earlier if enough applications have been received. 

Reporting to the Head of Finance & IT, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of our financial and accounting systems. The ideal candidate will possess good business acumen, and will be looking for a varied and challenging role in an organisation through which they can make a real impact. 

The main responsibilities are as follows:

• Contribute to the achievement of BCOP’s Business Plan objectives by delivering an efficient, effective and comprehensive financial service and ensuring the team is proactive in supporting all BCOP business;
• Providing efficient and effective management and financial accounting, forecasting, modelling and financial analysis which promotes the best use of resources using Value for Money principles;
• Providing assurance that appropriate internal controls are in place that contribute towards the creation of an organisational culture that manages risks;
• Provide robust financial information that empowers stakeholders to make best decisions for the future financial sustainability of the organisation.

If you are interested in this position, please apply immediately as applications are reviewed daily and this role may be filled before the closing date. Our ideal candidate would have availability during April to support the handover process and/or be available for an immediate start.

About you: 

• Professional qualifications (preferably CCAB) with evidence of continued professional development relevant to the post
• Strong skills in IT, including MS Office skills & accounting packages
• Financial management experience from producing management accounts through to final accounts and budgets
• In-depth knowledge of payroll processing and current legislation
• Ability to recommend and implement system improvements & internal controls
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to the role and culture of the organisation
• Ability to build good relationships with non–finance staff e.g. Nursing Home Managers 
• Good communication/influencing skills/presentation skills e.g preparation of Excel graphics, writing reports etc.
• Ideally, experience of working in a regulated business environment, with preference for charity, social care and/or social housing settings
• Ability to coach, mentor and performance manage 2 direct reports: (i). Weekly Payroll/Purchase Ledger; (ii). Sales Ledger/Trainee.

What's on offer: 

• Salary up to £40k dependent on skills and experience
• Flexible working - Early finish on a Friday, with a 35 hour working week 
• 32 days’ annual leave including statutory/ public holiday rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service
• Pension scheme
• Health & wellbeing scheme including Employee Assistance Programme 
• Health insurance scheme 
• Free parking at our locations, with Support Office located close to Kings Norton rail station 
• Free tea and coffee facilities at our locations
• Training and development opportunities
• Strong working culture of empowerment and support
• Locally Based for a reputable Charity established since 1946.

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

About us:

Broadening Choices for Older People is a charity that has been offering accommodation, support and care for older people across Birmingham, for over seventy years. 

Our turnover is in excess of £7M per annum with the main sources of income coming from Local Authority, Health commissioning and private pay of care home fees. 

All posts are subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure being carried out by the DBS and will include a check against the adult barred list. BCOP are committed to equality of opportunity.

The HR Business Partner will build strong relationships with their business area and understand stakeholder needs, as well as influence people strategies and solutions. They will also lead on a range of activities, including change management, complex casework, workforce planning and resourcing. 

Responsibilities 

• Build and maintain relationships with senior managers within partnered functions to help develop people solutions
• Driving performance within their teams and help further develop culture
• Advise and coach senior individuals and managers to effectively manage all employee relations issues in line with the HR policy
• Act as an intermediary between the HR and the broader business, providing intelligence to support people policy and strategy development

Qualifications

• Level 7 CIPD qualified or equivalent qualification
• Strong HR employee relations experience
• Experience of working within a Business Partnering model, collaborating closely with managers and senior stakeholders

Are you looking for a role within an organisation with a strong 'family feel' culture? Do you want the opportunity to be a true Finance Business Partner to an expanding Development function in Northamptonshire? Do you value your hard work being used to help the society around you?

My client is a successful Property provider in Northamptonshire that has recently enjoyed a growth phase and has restructured Finance to suit their future goals. Reporting to the Head of Finance, the key responsibilities of the Finance Business Partner are to:

• Provide a full Business Partnering service for the Development and Treasury functions of this c£30m turnover organisation, allowing for continued growth and support of their development plans
• Lead on cashflow reporting and appraisal of new investments and provide high level analysis to senior management
• Lead on the month end processes for the key areas of Development and Treasury
• Hold monthly meetings with the Development functions and support the Head of Finance in preparing accurate and timely management accounts.

This is a rare opportunity to join an organisation that is going from strength to strength and providing more and more homes for local residents requiring affordable housing. This is a role in which someone can make their mark on the team, build lasting relationships quickly, and become a well-known point of contact for a crucial area of the business that is fundamental to its growth plans.

On offer is a highly flexible working culture where successful work is measured by meaningful output rather than hours logged. The organisation has cultivated a friendly, family environment and there are many members of the team choosing to devote substantial length of service.

To be considered, you'll need to be:

• Fully qualified, actively studying to qualify as an accountant, or hold significant experience in a very similar role to demonstrate appropriate skills and expertise
• Experienced in a socially motivated organisation - any Housing, Charity, public sector or Local Authority backgrounds will be considered
• Have strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Interviews can be arranged at short notice if suitable candidates are found - please avoid missing out by applying now!

Are you looking to take ownership of Finance, HR, IT, Facilities and Heath and safety for 2 schools in Central London?

Would you want to provide leadership to staff across these teams?

Do you want to develop existing processes and improve efficiency across the 2 schools?

School Business Manager

This is an excellent opportunity for a School Business Manager to work for a secondary school and a small primary school vey close to each other in Central London

Key responsibilities

• Reporting to the headteacher, lead on various areas of the school operations including finance HR, IT, Facilities, Health and Safety
• Manage various teams across these areas including administration and other staff across the organisation
• Strategic financial planning over 3-5 year periods including budgeting, forecasting and year-end planning
• Identify and secure external funding for the schools and present to the Headteacher and Governors, attending leadership team meetings
• Lead on relationship management with the school's key suppliers
• Be responsible for ensuring effective HR procedures meet regulation and provide confidential efficient personnel service to all staff
• Work with Site Managers in order to manage and maintain the school sites

Benefits

• 30 days annual leave including closure over Christmas and Easter + bank holidays
• Local government pension
• Employee Assistance programme
• Discounted benefits
• Flexible working opportunities

The Successful Candidate

• Previous experience managing a multi-function operation (Finance, HR, IT etc)
• Ideally have experience working within education however this is not essential
• Strong communication skills with capabilities of presenting to senior members of staff
• Staff management experience
• Proactive and focused individual with ambition to improve processes

My client are looking to interview via video ASAP so please get in touch. Applications will be reviewed daily and the client reserves the right to close the role early if they receive enough successful application, so to avoid disappointment, please apply now.

Civitas Recruitment are proud to be working with a great charity based in Hertfordshire focused on the care community. The charity has been experiencing a significant amount of growth and opportunity exists for a Business Operations Manager to join the team. This is a great opportunity to make a significant contribution to a UK charity in a leadership post.

Who are we looking for?

The role will cover a number of operational functions including ICT project management and oversight, administrative support, premises, health and safety, quality assurance and business continuity planning. As such we are seeking an operations manager who is able to provide guidance and develop the above areas. You will have great communication skills with the ability to manage both internal and external stakeholders. You will be competent and familiar with managing and completing IT projects with previous experience of managing staff and resources as well as external contractors. You will possess excellent organisation skills and be familiar with health and safety procedures and premises management. In addition to this, you will have a clear motivation and desire to work in the non-profit sector. Please apply immediately or enquire with Syed at Civitas Recruitment.

Department: Policy Team

Citizens Advice offers confidential advice online, over the phone, and in-person, for free. Through our national network of charities, we give people the knowledge and the confidence they need to find their way forward – whoever they are, and whatever their problem.

We are looking for an outstanding person to lead our Post and Telecoms team for 12 months, covering a period of maternity leave. 

This is an exciting opportunity to work on the big issues facing people across England and Wales today, joining a team with a track record of achieving change.

We’re an organisation with a relentless focus on making society fairer. Our unique, realtime, data on the problems people across the country  are facing, alongside our strong reputation, gives us unparalleled influence. We have a unique insight into emerging trends and issues affecting people, and we use it to work with government, regulators and industry to improve people's lives.

You will lead our Post and Telecoms team, managing a programme of research and advocacy work ranging from improving access to post for homeless people and survivors of domestic abuse, to ending rips offs for vulnerable consumers in mobile and broadband. You’ll work closely with colleagues in our data, public affairs, campaigns and media teams to maximise impact for our clients.

You’ll work across policy areas and support junior members of the team to reach their potential. Our strong brand will give you unique opportunities to engage with those who have the power to make change. You’ll influence MPs and civil servants, regulators and industry bodies, on behalf of the people who rely on us.

We are looking for people with a wide range of skills, from exceptional judgement and excellent stakeholder management, to the personal authority required to be a leader in a large organisation. Knowledge of post or telecoms markets is not essential - we’re most interested in your skills and experience, not your subject knowledge. 

We are happy to consider flexible working, which may include arrangements such as part-time working, formalised flexitime, fixed (non-standard) working hours, working from home and job-sharing.  

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented throughout Citizens Advice. We are a member of the race equality campaign at Business in the Community, the Prince’s responsible business network and are committed to improving employment opportunities for ethnic minorities across the UK. We also welcome applications from LGB and Trans and non binary candidates.

We have made a positive commitment to employing disabled people and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role as set out in role profiles.

This is clearly an extraordinary time and a difficult point at which to change jobs - but we are committed to making this as easy as possible for candidates. We will arrange interviews by video-conference and ensure inductions can be done in a way which make the successful candidate feel like a valued part of the organisation.

As a successful Business and Programme Development Manager you will play a vital role in the mission to support excellence in higher education for the benefit of individuals and societies throughout the Commonwealth. This is a 12 month maternity cover role.

The Charity An international organisation dedicated to building a better world through higher education.

The Role
Undertaking key areas of business development including market analysis and pursuit as agreed with the Head of new Business.
Supporting key deliverables as part of the programme team portfolio.
Working with the membership, communications, public affairs and programmes teams to identify business opportunities.
To lead designated policy initiatives for new market areas.
Work across business streams to design and develop high impact projects
Manage client networks and relationships for strategic gain liaising with prospective partners and member universities
Share knowledge and outcomes with internal and external stakeholders

The Candidate
Strong track record of successful grant and bid writing and a high standard of English.
Strong track record of researching, identifying and cultivating funding opportunities.
Strong track record in cultivating and managing stakeholder relationships.
An understanding of issues in higher education, ideally in a developing country context and of trends in international development funding.
Excellent time management, organisational and project management skills and a willingness to be adaptable as required to deliver completed tasks on time.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

Young K&C is a brand-new charity established to support children and young people in Kensington & Chelsea.  Young K&C is an innovative cross-sector partnership, working with youth clubs, charities, schools, businesses and Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea.

The Fundraising & Development Manager will help build and manage the membership base and create strong consortia.  You will have tenacity and drive, leading large scale funding applications and working with corporates and individuals to leverage investment.

We are seeking a passionate and highly skilled individual into an exciting and flexible environment which offers excellent prospects as the charity develops.

This is a full time role but part time hours/ job share negotiable for the right candidate/s.

Working for an international children's charity, your duties as Finance Business Partner will involve supporting the relevant business areas with financial and grant management. Reporting to the Financial Controller and working as part of finance team of 8 people, this 6 months fixed term contract is a challenging an exciting role.

Day to day duties of the Finance Business Partner will include;

• Producing routine financial reports and packs for the relevant business areas
• Completing monthly management accounts
• P&L and Balance sheet reconciliation
• Assisting with grant applications
• Completing cost and variance analysis
• Educating and business partnering with stakeholders to encourage and ensure effective financial management

Applicants for position of Finance Business Partner must have a proven track record in a similar role and should ideally be a qualified accountant or be studying towards a relevant qualification. In addition, knowledge of charity accounts, grants, restricted and unrestricted income is a must.

If you are interested in the position of Finance Business Partner , than please apply through TPP Recruitment by sending your CV to [email protected]

Abt Britain is looking for a Programme Manager to join our London office.

The Programme Manager (PM) role will be responsible for the following key functions:

• Programme Delivery: Day-to day head office operational oversight of programme delivery, ensuring head contract compliance and adherence to Abt operational policies and procedures, financial and commercial management and reporting, risk management, management of sub-contractors and consultants, and quality programme delivery
• Business Development: Supporting Abt Britain to scale its work in the UK, including development of systems, processes and contribution to business development and project tender preparation

Key Requirements

• 7+ years of relevant professional experience
• Experience of UK Government clients (e.g. DFID, FCO)
• Substantial experience of supporting and supervising large technical assistance programmes, including familiarity with project start-up / inception phase
• Track record of working effectively with remote teams in developing countries to ensure excellent programme delivery, including management relationships with subcontractors and consultants.
• Demonstrated financial management capability and commercial acumen 
• Ability to problem solve and manage risk and compliance
• Ability to handle high volume of operational priorities and to supervise a Programme Coordinator
• Demonstrated contribution to business development
• Ability to communicate persuasively and effectively verbally and in writing
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a good-humoured approach to challenge
• Relevant post-graduate qualification
• Experience or knowledge in technical areas of health systems strengthening, governance, adaptive management, gender, MERL preferable

The closing date for applications is 24 March 2020.

We welcome and thank all applications however only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from experienced and capable women.

Please note, candidates will need to have the right to work in UK.