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.

We are seeking a capable and proactive Fundraising & Business Development Officer with relevant experience. Your first-hand experience of charity fundraising will enable you to take direct responsibility for a number of accounts with your own fundraising goals. You will work within an organisation which consistently exceeds its targets and delivers significantly positive outcomes for young people.

Inclusivity

MyBnk is committed to building an inclusive culture and working environment that promotes a sense of safety and belonging for our staff to feel supported to achieve their potential.

Inclusion London is a leading disability equality organisation run by and for Deaf and Disabled people. We have built a national reputation for effective policy and campaign work and for providing innovative business and organisational support to local Deaf and Disabled people’s organisations (DDPOs) in London.

This is an exciting opportunity to apply and develop your business and leadership skills within a leading equalities infrastructure organisation ensuring we deliver effective, sustainable, high quality and accessible business support that meets the needs of our sector. You will:

• Develop, deliver and commission a range of accessible core business advice, support and training to DDPOs in London.
• Carry out strategic research, evaluation and user-led service design/ co-production approaches with DDPOs so we can more effectively understand, evidence and meet the specialist infrastructure and capacity building needs of our sector.
• Manage Inclusion London’s ‘Strengthening DDPO capacity building’ projects.
• Work with the CEO to ensure the funding, expansion, quality and long- term sustainability of our business support work to the DDPO sector.

You will have excellent business and financial skills with experience providing advice and support on these issues, underpinned by a strong understanding of the importance, but also the challenges, of running third sector community organisations. You will have the ability to support, motivate, innovate, problem solve and provide effective management and leadership that combines attention to detail and quality with strategic vision.

To Apply:

Please click on the APPLY ON WEBSITE button below or above where you can download the application pack.

• Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 1st February 2021
• Candidates shortlisted for interview will be notified by: 5pm Friday 5 February 2021
• There will be a two-stage interview process with first stage interviews taking place w/c 22 February 2021 and second stage interviews taking place w/c 01 March 2021

Salary:  £46,100 p.a.

Hours: Full time 35 hours per week

Contract length: Permanent

Conditions: Non-contributory pension of 5%. 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays pro rata

Responsible to: The Chief Executive

Location: London, home-based and office-based (depending on Covid restrictions)

“Inclusion London is committed to equality, diversity and human rights. We welcome applications from Deaf or Disabled people from all sections of the community and particularly encourage applications from people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities and the LGBTQI community”

Location: Flexible within England & Wales

Department: Business Development

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’re looking for a Business Support Administrator.  

The Business Support Administrator will work across all teams in the Business Development Department and will report into the Business Development Research Manager.  You’ll provide support to enable the department to succeed in their ambitions to achieve the Citizens Advice Future of Advice strategic framework.  You’ll be working in a fast moving environment where the work is varied, so you’ll need to be flexible and have a proactive approach to problem solving with good organisational skills and excellent IT skills. In practice, you’ll be the first point of contact for people who need help with a wide range of tasks like data collection, processing finances, and assisting with organising meetings/events.

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.

Position: Business Systems Manager
Type: Full-time (35 hours per week), permanent
Location: Flexible (with occasional requirement to visit our London office)
Salary: £43,638 - £48,182 per annum plus excellent benefits
Salary Band: Band G, Level 2
Department: Information Systems and Governance

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

The role of Business Systems Manager sits within our new Information Systems and Governance team. This team works with colleagues from across the organisation to manage our key Business Systems.

The role is responsible for the delivery and support of our key Business Systems and processes with a focus on Fundraising/Marketing, HR and Finance and will also take the lead in the development of Microsoft Organisation business tools including Sharepoint, Teams, ZenDesk etc.

We are looking for candidates with strong experience of:

• managing and administering Dynamics GP
• managing HR systems
• implementing new accounting and HR systems
• implementing new system processes

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 25th January 2021

We are committed to promoting equality and diversity. 

No agencies please.

Disability Business Partner

We are Business Disability Forum. We believe the 26 million people in the UK and over 1 billion people worldwide with disabilities and long-term conditions enhance the social and economic health of our societies. We help remove barriers in business structures and Government that prevent disabled people from thriving and making their contribution to the world.

We are unique. There are many great disability charities and disabled persons’ organisations. Our niche is our expertise in disability as it affects business.

The role

To engage with and develop productive working relationships with the BDF membership helping to further their disability agenda over time using our knowledge, member services and paid for products where appropriate. Disability Business Partners have direct responsibility for their assigned Members and are expected to ensure each of their Members uses the members services available most appropriate to them and takes opportunities to introduce our paid for services where it is beneficial to the Member.

The requirement

• Track record of successfully providing paid for solutions meeting agreed financial targets (A, I & T).
• Proven experience in face to face and telephone sales (A, I & T).
• Experience of providing support and advice to experienced professionals (A, I & T).
• Experience of working in or with business (private sector) (A, I & T).

• Knowledge of disability Best Practice – or interest and the ability to learn it quickly (A, I & T).

For the full job description and person specification of this role and instructions on how to apply please visit our website below via the button below:

How to apply

Applications should be by CV and a supporting statement, of up to 400 words, detailing why you think you would be suitable for the role. If you require any adjustments to the application process please contact Barnaby Powell as set out below. Applications should be addressed to Barnaby Powell, HR & Office Manager, Business Disability Forum, Nutmeg House, 60 Gainsford Street, London SE1 2NY. If you are submitting your application by email please do so to barnabyp @ businessdisabilityforum .org .uk

• Closing date for applications: 7 February 2021.
• First interviews are planned for the week commencing 8 February 2021.
• Second interviews are likely to take place in the week commencing 15 February 2021.

Business Disability Forum is committed to ensuring that all its information, products and services are as accessible as possible to everyone.

If you wish to discuss anything in regards to accessibility or if you require alternative formats please contact Barnaby Powell by email at the address above or by telephone on 020-7403-3020.

For further information on Business Disability Forum please refer to our website via the button below

Equal opportunities

We are committed to becoming disability-smart and an employer of choice irrespective of race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, or pregnancy and maternity. The ethical and business case of ensuring that our workforce is representative of wider society is at the heart of what we do. When we are recruiting, disabled candidates who meet all of the essential criteria will be offered an interview.

We are collaborating with an international charity, which ensures access to trusted, quality news and information that empowers people to have a voice in their future and to live healthy, secure, and rewarding lives. There is an opportunity to join their team as a Business Finance Officer for a period of 3 months.

Job title: Business Finance Officer
Location: UK, Remote working
LOE: Full-Time
Type of contract: Fixed-term three months
Start Date: ASAP (1st February 2021)
Salary: £34,088 per annum pro rata

Key Responsibilities

* Financial administration of projects as assigned: Reviewing project expenditure and ensuring correctness of coding; managing cash-flow to ensure the availability of project funds, prepare financial reports for donors, prepare notes for financial reports, and ensure that costs are reported in compliance with donor requirements.

* Budget oversight: reviewing budget-versus-actuals and facilitating the forecasting in line with project activities; supporting partners with budget planning; aligning internal templates to donor formats for effective monitoring and reporting; monitoring HQ spend and working with PFAs to ensure adequate burn-rates.

* Sub-grants: prepare budgets under sub-grant agreements; reviewing financial reports from partners when required and coordinating required corrections.

* Payments and administration: coordination of payment requests to London, including reviews, confirmations, and follow-ups; monitoring of donor income and preparation of requests for disbursements for donors.
* Budgeting: supporting Programme Officer to develop highly accurate, cost-appropriate, and compliant budget proposals for donors.

Essential requirements:
* At least five years of experience working in a similar capacity.
* Strong Financial and budget management skills (Qualification in Accounting desirable but not necessary if experienced).
* Proficiency in MS Office. Advanced proficiency in MS Excel.
* Fluency in English (both written and spoken).
* Creative and a good team player.
* Excellent multitasking skills.
* Good management skills and the ability to solve immediate problems.
* Work remotely from home, own computer (where available) and a high-speed internet required.

Please note we are looking to move quickly with this opportunity so please apply by sending a tailored CV in Word format ASAP to avoid disappointment.

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

At Plan International,  we are proud to have built a strong global function, we are now looking to develop and strengthen our business partnering within the  newly relaunched People and Culture team.   We aim to continue to ‘raise the bar’ to the new priorities of the organisation in our function through ensuring that the people and culture team is focussed on supporting our global client groups to deliver on the aims of  our ‘100 Million Reasons’ strategy . 

In our Strategic Business Partners, we are looking for a senior, highly experienced and qualified HR professionals, who will work closely with the Executive Director of People & Culture and the broader Executive Leadership team to build an exceptional strategic partnering service.   We need individuals to join us who know what true ‘business partnering’ looks like, who can bring business acumen, a mindset that is both agile and customer focussed  and an ability to keep broader strategic aims at the heart of people matters.  You will be a highly credible and consultative partner to senior managers with the confidence and interpersonal skills to coach, negotiate, challenge and influence at all levels within the organisation.  As well as bringing technical expertise in people related matters, you will be a champion of cultural change and collaboration, not just within the team but as a role model across our global organisation.

Working globally, this role requires an understanding of working across a broad range of cultural, economic and social contexts, so an understanding of the challenges and complexities that come with delivering international solutions is required.  Equality, diversity and inclusion are central to Plan International’s values and desired culture and this role is key in promoting that culture. 

Some key deliverables: 

• Act as a trusted and credible global strategic advisor on people related matters. 

• Build a specific knowledge of your client group’s workforce, in their operating contexts

• Deliver strategic workforce planning, including talent, succession planning and leadership development.

• Act as an internal consultant on programmes of organisation design and effectiveness.

• Work with leadership to develop and execute a people and culture plan for your client group

• Provide strategic and some operational case work support on complex casework, on ER, reward and inter-company transfer issues. 

• Promote values-based leadership, with a strong focus on embedding EDI principles in your own practices, and within our organisation culture.

Please note we are recruiting for two partner roles:

• Strategic Business Partner Lead

• Strategic Business Partner

The SBP Lead role does require more advanced experience of deputising for the Executive Director People & Culture, from time to time. This means the SBP Lead role will involve business partnering with the CEO, contributing to senior Executive Director business meetings/discussions and covering the Executive Director of People & Culture, through attendance/presentations to our International Board and Members Assembly. You may wish to consider the SBP role, if you have not yet acquired senior level partnering experience at both executive and board level. 

Do you want to be part of an organisation that fights for children every single day? Then join us as Associate HR Business Partner, working with service managers to develop and deliver innovative, best practice HR solutions, to meet the organisation's objectives, promote the culture and values that foster a positive employee relations environment and ensure fair and respectful treatment of our employees.

It is an exciting time to join the HR team at Save the Children UK. We are embarking on a significant departmental change to drive the delivery of first class service to our organisation. Our key focus is to deliver a more streamlined, efficient and consistent service that will enable the organisation to focus on its number one commitment; improving the lives of children around the world. As a result we have created a number of new Associate HR Business Partner roles within the HR team to drive forward the change within HR and the wider organisation, with a strong focus on improving our culture and supporting our people. Right now, we are looking for people who want to help build a leading HR function and establish a long-term approach to achieving these goals. So, if you want to join us on this exciting journey and play a key role in an organisation which fights for children every single day then this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

As Associate HR Business Partner you will provide advice and guidance to the organisation in line with our policies, processes and HR best practice. You will partner with managers from across Save the Children to develop people solutions and recommendations to meet service needs, including international HR considerations where required. You will also proactively manage cases to resolve issues within reasonable timeframes, in line with employment legislation and provide guidance/coaching to service managers on managing people issues. Project management of HR Projects, including delivery of organisational People & Culture Strategy projects is also an essential part of this role. In addition, you will:

• Proactively manage cases to resolve issues within reasonable timeframes, in line with employment legislation and providing guidance/coaching to service managers on managing people issues
• Partner with the Talent & Learning Development teams to develop and deliver bespoke workshops to upskill managers in the application of SCUK's HR policies, procedures and best practice
• Provide technical advice and guidance on all aspects of organisational change
• Design, develop and implement innovative HR policies and practices that meet organisation requirements, comply with legislation and contribute to the development of organisation and HR Strategy to include international HR considerations.

To be successful you will have a strong background in HR and expert knowledge of professional HR practice and procedure gained through significant operational delivery. The ability to think strategically and see the ‘bigger picture' is important to this role as well as the ability to understand how successful management of complex people issues influences organisation culture and enables delivery of strategic priorities. You will also have:

• Evidence of managing large and complex projects, with great planning, organising and prioritisation skills
• The ability to research, develop and implement HR policies and practices that drive delivery of organisation priorities
• Evidence of operational delivery skills with the emphasis on delivering high quality, customer orientated services to meet required SLAs and KPIs
• Technical expertise in ER case management to include complex change management (including TUPE) and an in-depth understanding and practical application of employment legislation and best practice.

At Save the Children we are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

If you share our belief in the power of children, join the fight. It takes relentless determination, creativity and a real commitment to real change. Because every child should be able to make their mark on their world, and help to build a better future. We look forward to hearing from you.

For more information and to apply please visit our website.

Closing date: 31st January 2021

Note to candidates: Applications will be assessed equally on both CV and the answer to the question: What do you see as the key challenges facing the charity sector, including the impact of COVID and broader issues relating specifically to Save the Children UK? What will the role of the Associate HR Business Partner play in driving the resolution of these challenges and specifically what skills and experience will you draw on to deliver this? (Approx 500 words.)

We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may schedule interviews before the closing date

Please note - this role was previously advertised as HR Specialist

We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds, LGBT+ and from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as these are underrepresented at Save the Children UK.

Finance Business Partner, Permanent, £50,000 - £55,000

For an international NGO based in London, we are recruiting a Finance Business Partner on a permanent basis to support the Business Services Directorate (Corporate Services) and CFO and MD across Finance, IT, Estates, Legal and Capital Works areas. The Finance Business Partner will prepare the annual statutory accounts for the main charity and the trading subsidiary and will manage the annual audit to final sign-off of the Annual Report and Financial Statements. This role will also provide business support to the Customer Engagement Directorates.

Main Duties:

• Provide first-class business partnering support to all budget holders within Business Services (Corporate functions) including Finance, IT, Estates, Legal and Capital Works
• Preparation and delivery of monthly management accounts to all budget holders
• Financial reporting and commercial modelling including income, profitability, cost analysis, forecasts, and modelling
• Supporting the annual budget, forecast and long-term business planning and modelling processes
• Support budget holders with P&L analysis and insight reporting
• Building improves business performance and financial reporting including dashboard and KPIs
• Preparation of annual statutory accounts for Charity and Trading subsidiary, through to Annual Report
• Management of the external audit process, planning the timetable and liaising with Auditors
• Maintaining and enhancing internal forecasting and reporting model
• Cash-flow and reserves modelling and forecasting

What will you bring to this role?

• ACCA, CIMA, ACA or CIPFA qualified with non-profit or charity experience
• Proven experience as an engaging business partner, working in complex organisations
• Strong experience of preparing financial statements and preparing and supporting audit processes
• Commercial mind-set, strong modelling, and analytical skills
• Ability to present financial information in clear and engaging formats for decision making
• FP&A, forecasting, budgeting experience
• Experience or driving continuous improvement in business performance
• Charity accounting and FRS102 experience
• Modelling and dashboard experience including building models, graphs, and dashboards
• Power BI modelling / reporting
• Sun Systems and Q&A would be desirable!

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As an employer, we are committed to ensuring representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

If you know anyone looking for a new role, your referral could earn you £250

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If you are looking for a broad Finance Business Partner role that will offer you significant exposure to management accounting for a diverse charitable organisation, this may be the right role for you.

Offering a great package including training and support, this role would be a brilliant step for someone looking to get broad financial exposure and a platform to progress quickly.

Reporting into the Finance Director, the Finance Business Partner would be responsible for:

• Leading on the budgeting and forecasting for multiple stakeholders 
• Leading the month-end process 
• Producing insightful analysis to proactively support stakeholders with key business decisions
• Continuously develop processes and reporting tools
• Working collaboratively with grant teams to produce bids to secure new funding

We are looking for a part or newly qualified accountant, either looking for a first move into the sector from practice or a move into a broader management accounting / business partnering role. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are key, as is the ability to build relationships effectively.

If you are interested in this position, please get in touch early as we are interviewing continuously and is likely to be filled before the closing date. For more information get in touch with Kate Marriott at Ivy Rock Partners.

Head of Business Development (statutory, trusts, foundations)

Islington Mind

£42,000 pro-rata

3 days per week – 21 hours

Permanent

Islington Mind is dedicated to promote the preservation and safeguarding of mental health. We support the recovery process of people who experience mental distress and provide for the relief and the wellbeing of their carers.

We want everyone to have better mental health and wellbeing, to realise their ambitions and make the most of their lives, their relationships and their communities.

As the leading independent mental health organisation in Islington we offer high-quality services to local residents seeking mental health advice and support.

You will be joining an award-winning organisation. Last year our client-led LGBTQ+ service was shortlisted for Charity or Non-Profit Organisation of the Year at the British Diversity Awards.

As Head of Business Development you will hold lead responsibility for our business development programme, which generates a sustainable funding pipeline from a variety of sources, namely statutory, trusts and foundations.

Of crucial importance to the success of the role will be maintaining effective relationships with commissioners and funders in order that we understand their funding priorities and planning cycles.

How to apply

Application is by way of a CV and a Supporting Statement.

Closing date: Monday 15th February

IChemE has an exciting vacancy for a Technical Knowledge and Policy Officer.

Reporting to the Learned Society and Policy Manager, you will work closely with the Learned Society team and liaise with scientists and engineers, academics and industrialists, government and other institutions on a broad range of topics related to chemical and process engineering.

You will work directly with our network of expert members to develop tools to disseminate knowledge and good practice both to members and non-members.

You will have a degree in chemical engineering or a relevant science or engineering discipline with interest and/or some experience in the chemical process industries and policy. You will be comfortable working with volunteers to develop output and have a desire to really make a difference.

Key responsibilities of the Technical Knowledge and Policy Officer role include:

• Support the Learned Society Committee and the development and delivery of projects carried out by the learned society. This includes the development of relevant resources for other members and external customers that are aligned with IChemE’s strategy and priority topics.

• Support the newly formed Research and Innovation Community of Practice

• Work with the learned society team and members to develop clear and compelling evidence-based policy positions, help respond to inquiries, consultations and requests for evidence

• Build relationships, including with members from across IChemE’s international membership and with external partners and stakeholders

• Provide technical guidance for external enquiries and to support internal enquiries from colleagues

• Act as a key contact and team champion in internal communications and business architecture developments.

Due to IChemE’s international nature, this position requires a willingness to work flexibly and to engage in business discussions outside of normal working hours. The position can be based at either our Rugby or London office and will require some travel between the two locations. However, during the COVID-19 pandemic our employees have all transitioned to remote working. Therefore, initially the role will be a home working role with occasional requirements to attend our offices. This will be reviewed again in-line with government and local advice.

Only applicants eligible to work in the UK will be considered.

This is a full-time role based on 37.5 hours per week, working Monday through to Friday.

Starting salary will be circa £25,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus benefits which includes an excellent pension scheme. London weighting will be applied should the successful candidate be based in London.

To apply; please provide a CV and a cover letter highlighting your experience against the areas listed above and why you think you are the ideal candidate for the role. To request a copy of the full job description or to formally apply for the position, please email our HR team.

Please note that applications sent without a cover letter will not be reviewed.

The closing date for all applications is close of business Monday 1 February 2021 however IChemE reserves the right to interview exceptional candidates and make an offer of employment before the closing date should we wish.

Interviews are likely to take place week commencing 8 and 15 February 2021.

For more details about this and other vacancies at IChemE please visit our website.

At Plan International,  we are proud to have built a strong global function, we are now looking to develop and strengthen our business partnering within the  newly relaunched People and Culture team.   We aim to continue to ‘raise the bar’ to the new priorities of the organisation in our function through ensuring that the people and culture team is focussed on supporting our global client groups to deliver on the aims of  our ‘100 Million Reasons’ strategy . 

In our Strategic Business Partners, we are looking for a senior, highly experienced and qualified HR professionals, who will work closely with the Executive Director of People & Culture and the broader Executive Leadership team to build an exceptional strategic partnering service.   We need individuals to join us who know what true ‘business partnering’ looks like, who can bring business acumen, a mindset that is both agile and customer focussed  and an ability to keep broader strategic aims at the heart of people matters.  You will be a highly credible and consultative partner to senior managers with the confidence and interpersonal skills to coach, negotiate, challenge and influence at all levels within the organisation.  As well as bringing technical expertise in people related matters, you will be a champion of cultural change and collaboration, not just within the team but as a role model across our global organisation.

Working globally, this role requires an understanding of working across a broad range of cultural, economic and social contexts, so an understanding of the challenges and complexities that come with delivering international solutions is required.  Equality, diversity and inclusion are central to Plan International’s values and desired culture and this role is key in promoting that culture. 

Some key deliverables: 

• Act as a trusted and credible global strategic advisor on people related matters. 

• Build a specific knowledge of your client group’s workforce, in their operating contexts

• Deliver strategic workforce planning, including talent, succession planning and leadership development.

• Act as an internal consultant on programmes of organisation design and effectiveness.

• Work with leadership to develop and execute a people and culture plan for your client group

• Provide strategic and some operational case work support on complex casework, on ER, reward and inter-company transfer issues. 

• Promote values-based leadership, with a strong focus on embedding EDI principles in your own practices, and within our organisation culture.

Please note we are recruiting for two partner roles:

• Strategic Business Partner Lead

• Strategic Business Partner

The SBP Lead role does require more advanced experience of deputising for the Executive Director People & Culture, from time to time. This means the SBP Lead role will involve business partnering with the CEO, contributing to senior Executive Director business meetings/discussions and covering the Executive Director of People & Culture, through attendance/presentations to our International Board and Members Assembly. You may wish to consider the SBP role, if you have not yet acquired senior level partnering experience at both executive and board level.