Save the Children UK is looking for a Chair of Board. The Chair will hold the Board and Executive Leadership Team to account for the charity's mission and vision, providing inclusive leadership to the Board of Trustees and ensuring that each Trustee fulfils their duties and responsibilities for the effective governance of the charity.
The Chair will also be expected to act as an ambassador and the public face of the charity alongside the Chief Executive, whilst ensuring the Board operates well as a team and working closely with the entire Executive Leadership Team to achieve agreed objectives.
The Chair should be engaged with, excited by and have a demonstrable record of care for Save the Children UK's vision, mission and values. The ability to communicate a compelling sense of purpose to others is essential as is experience and understanding of corporate governance issues. The Chair will also have experience of chairing a large, complex and multijurisdictional organisation, with a willingness to learn about the inter-dependencies of Save the Children UK's work alongside Save the Children International and the rest of the Save the Children movement.
Save the Children UK recognises the value of diversity in all its forms at all levels of the organisation, including at Board level. We celebrate its role in the creation of an inclusive workplace culture and thrive on the range of experience and insight diversity brings to our organisation. We want to increase the diversity of our leadership and 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.
Save the Children UK is advertising this post on a number of national jobs websites. We will assess candidates against the requirements of the role.
Candidates should submit a CV (including details of key achievements and responsibilities) along with a covering letter which addresses the competencies outlined in the role description and person specification.
Applications should be completed on Save the Children UK's website. The closing date for applications is 11:59pm (GMT) on Sunday 6th September
The shortlist of candidates will be determined in the following weeks and we will invite those shortlisted candidates for an interview with our appointment panel.
The Chair will serve an initial two-year term and be eligible for re-appointment for a further two terms (three years each). In addition to chairing the four quarterly Board meetings and one annual board call, the Chair will be asked to sit on or join at least two Board subcommittees, all of which meet quarterly.
The role of Chair is not accompanied by any financial remuneration, although expenses for travel may be claimed in line with Save the Children UK's expenses policy.
At Save the Children UK 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.
Closing date: 11:59pm (GMT), Sunday 6th September
 
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.

Chair of Trustees

Unremunerated - Hampshire

We are working in partnership with the leading UK disability charity, Enham Trust who have been supporting disabled people for 100 years. The work they do across the housing, care and employment sectors, enables over 6000 disabled people a year to live, work and enjoy life.

Following the retirement of the current Chair at the end of his 9 year term, the charity is now looking to appoint a new Chair of Trustees to provide leadership and direction to the Board, enabling trustees to fulfil their responsibilities for the overall governance and strategic direction of the Trust.

Enham is entering an exciting new chapter of its work with the launch of its new strategy, which you will help to shape and mould over the coming years.  You will be joining the board at the start of this journey and will be part of the charity’s 100th anniversary celebrations next year.

The values that underpin the organisation are:

• to work together to do amazing things
• to dare to be different
• to wow people everyday

As Chair of Trustees for Enham Trust you will work in partnership with their leaders to define and steer the governance and strategy of the charity and be able to provide support and challenge in equal measure. 

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Significant leadership experience, prererably of both executive and non-executive teams in complex organisations with a focus on robust governance
• Experience of being a brand ambassador, with the drive and insight to both protect and promote the Trust’s brand
• A commercial approach with experience of developing strategy in a dynamic environment with a strong focus on impact
• Ability and drive to support and enhance the fundraising efforts of the Trust.

Face to face board meetings are held on a Monday evening ten times year in North West Hampshire. 

This unremunerated role is open to all who meet the essential criteria.

To apply for this exceptional opportunity, please send your CV and Supporting Statement to Jenny Warner, Managing Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment or for more information, please call.

Reference: JO2772

Closing date for applications: 17 September 2020

Interview date: End of September / early October

• Time Commitment: Four meetings a year lasting two hours, reading papers in advance of these meetings and being available irregularly to offer advice.
   
• Voluntary Governance Position, with expenses paid

The Youth Endowment Fund is a bold new attempt to put early intervention at the heart of efforts to tackle youth offending.

Over the last few years, evidence has suggested that growing numbers of children and young people have been affected by violent crime. More children have been found carrying knives and a growing number have been recorded as victims. We believe that each individual statistic is an important member of our community and society has a duty to protect them.

The Youth Endowment Fund is a charity with a £200m endowment and a mission that matters. We were founded by youth charity Impetus and its partners the Early Intervention Foundation and the Social Investment Business. We exist to prevent children and young people from getting caught up in violent crime. Many organisations have this calling. Our unique role is to identify what works best and to spread the good news.

We do this by funding, evaluating and then spreading the very best work on reducing youth violence across England and Wales. Overseeing all of our work is the Committee. This Committee directs our work. It is not advisory. The Committee meets quarterly. It reviews our performance and financial management. It has final sign off on grant making decisions. The Chair line manages our Executive Director. It operates as the effective Board of the Youth Endowment Fund. We are looking for a new member of the Committee.

It is important that all the Committee's decisions are grounded in a deep knowledge of the issues, evidence and experiences of young people. A critical part of this knowledge is lived experience. We are looking to appoint a new member to the Committee who has both lived experience and expertise in the issues surrounding youth violence. We would welcome applications from all backgrounds; we want to build a Committee with a diverse set of experiences.

We are looking for you if:

• ESSENTIAL: You have lived experience of the issues surrounding youth violence either as a young person or as someone working with young people effected by youth violence.
• Our work motivates you. You want to commit time to reducing the level of youth violence. You are excited by the idea of using research and rigorous evidence to improve the lives of young people.
• You have experience of being on or presenting to senior leadership teams, boards or committees.
• You are comfortable and would enjoy being part of decisions about the future of the organisation, the risks it faces and the finances.
• You enjoy taking on brand new information and using it to make wise and informed judgements.
• You build positive relationships with people from all backgrounds including senior stakeholders and young people. You are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• You like working as part of a team. You enjoy providing advice and guidance.
• You are comfortable with committing to being a member of the Committee for an initial period of three years which involves meetings roughly once a quarter for two hours and engaging with emails outside of this on a roughly fortnightly basis.

If you are interested

To apply  by 16 August 2020.

If you would like to confidentially discuss the position please contact Jon Yates, YEF Executive Director 

Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, sex, gender identity, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, religion or belief, race, sexual orientation, transgender status or social economic background. The people we are looking for do not discriminate and we believe in being inclusive and giving everyone an equal chance to succeed.

Your personal data will be shared for the purposes of the recruitment exercise. This includes our HR team, interviewers (who may include other partners in the project and independent advisors), relevant team managers and our IT service provider if access to the data is necessary for performance of their roles. We do not share your data with other third parties, unless your application for employment is successful and we make you an offer of employment. We will then share your data with former employers to obtain references for you. We do not transfer your data outside the European Economic Area.

Renumeration and Nomination Committee (R&NC) - Independent Committee Member

Comic Relief

No salary

London and remote

Comic Relief is a leading, high profile charity which harnesses the power of entertainment to fundraise and uses such funds in support of its vision of a just world free from poverty. Comic Relief operates in accordance with the highest values, in a complicated political and societal environment.

The Role

The R&NC is the Comic Relief committee which discusses remuneration and nomination matters across the organisation and reports on such matters and recommends any changes to Trustees. The R&NC comprises Trustees and Independent Members.

Independent Members are appointed because they have skills, experience and qualities which facilitate good decision making and help ensure that the Committee successfully discharges its responsibilities.

The time commitment

The R&NC meets quarterly with additional ad hoc meetings if required. (Scheduled dates available on request).

Person Specification

It is expected that candidates should have some, but not all, of the following characteristics:

• the ability to perform an advisory ‘critical friend’ role with respect to all matters within the remit of this Committee, including making recommendations to the COO, the Head of People and the Trustees.

• the ability to provide oversight on human resources initiatives, organisational and governance structure and management processes.

• a deep and informed understanding of the charity sector

• first class communication and interpersonal skills

• commitment to diversity and inclusion

• commitment to Comic Relief’s mission to drive positive change through the power of entertainment and vision of a just world free from poverty

• human resources expertise.

• experience of talent management.

• experience of leadership or governance within non-profit/charity or social enterprise.

• an overall understanding of the voluntary and philanthropic sector in its broadest sense either in the UK and/or internationally.

• experience of development and oversight of human resources initiatives.

Length of Appointment

The Independent Member initial term is three years or another term by agreement with the committee chair, subject to performance review. This can be extended by the Board (in consultation with the CEO) for a further three-year period and for a further period of three years after that (therefore up to a maximum of nine years from the date of appointment).

To apply please visit our website via the link.

Role closes - 12:00pm, 24th Aug 2020 BST (Europe/London)

Inclusivity at Comic Relief

We recognise diversity and inclusion are a source of strength in achieving our mission. We therefore welcome everyone, trusting what makes us different brings creativity, styles and experiences to help us collectively do our best work. That’s regardless of your gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, and cultural identity. We especially welcome those from under-represented groups in modern grant-making and fundraising. We are on a journey, but if you join our team you will be part of a community that is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where we want you to:

• Be valued for being yourself
• Do your best work, and be supported to break down barriers so you can succeed
• Be heard, respected, and treated as an equal, whatever your level, experience or background
• Be part of a team that is committed to making this happen – with our colleagues, partners, and contributors.

Openness and Accountability

Comic Relief is committed to operating with openness and accountability, recognising that this commitment goes to the heart of public trust in Comic Relief.

Comic Relief is committed to preventing and protecting all people from harm in their interactions with us. We expect all those that act in our name to uphold our approach to doing no harm.

Trustees (Digital and Finance)

London WC1 (and via remote working)

Three year appointment in the first instance, with a possible extension of two years.

Four meetings per year – average 6 hours per month total

As a member of the RCPCH’s Board of Trustees, you will play a central role in helping the College in its mission to improve child health and ensure that our paediatricians have the skills they need to deliver excellent care. 

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health sets and maintains standards for the education and training of all doctors working in paediatrics and child health in the UK.  We advocate on child health issues at home and across the world, working in more than 20 countries.  Additionally, through a variety of activities, the College influences the quality of medical practice for children in hospital and in the community. More information can be found at our website.

The College has more than 19,000 members and fellows and employs around 170 staff across the UK who work closely with governments, regulators and many charity partners to support children and young people.  We work with contracted people across other countries including College members on short-term assignments

The Board of Trustees has four committees which report directly to it – the Appointments Panel, The Audit, Finance and Risk Committee, The Council and the Executive Committee. The Board of 12 Trustees offers guidance and governance oversight on a range of issues and risks that helps shape the College’s UK and worldwide work, and the delivery of its strategic goals.

As the pandemic affects the delivery of care to children and young people, the College has responded well to these challenges. As we now look to develop our next three years strategy (2021 – 24) we recognise that having trustees with established expertise in Digital and in Finance will be crucial to the next phase of its development.

The Board holds four meetings per year, one of which is also an extended half-day away-day. You would also be expected to demonstrate your expertise by serving on other College committees and bodies as required. Additionally, in order to observe and better understand the College’s work, you would be encouraged to visit the College (or conduct virtual visits) for a minimum of two days per year to conduct discussions with colleagues to enhance your knowledge. (The total time commitment set out above reflects these additional expectations.)

With senior level experience gained in either Digital Transformation or Finance, you should have demonstrable strategic vision and the ability to think creatively, have strong independent judgment and be capable of working effectively as part of a team. For the Digital Transformation role, the College is especially keen to hear from candidates with experience in leading organisations through major periods of change as a result of implementing digital technologies and new ways of working. For the Finance role, candidates may have worked in a senior role in a Finance function, or in a related area such as audit, fundraising, or investments.

A background in child healthcare is not essential for either role, as the College is looking to broaden its areas of expertise, but an understanding of and commitment to children’s health and well-being, and to the College’s principles and objectives, are crucial.   

The Trustee role is non-remunerated but expenses will be paid in accordance with RCPCH policy.

If you have any questions about the opportunity, please visit the Voluteering section of our site to see the contact details, and email us outlining your enquiry and provide your contact details. 

To apply, please submit a personal statement outlining your suitability and qualifications for the role along with your CV, and an Equal Opportunities form (also available on our site) via the application link.

Interviews to be held remotely in w/c 14th September.

About the role

A St Christopher’s trustee is engaged with the vision of the hospice; an organisation committed to the care and support of dying people when and wherever they need it. Our Trustee Team works closely with our Executive Team and senior staff across the hospice to ensure that we continue to provide outstanding care; maintain our international reputation for education and research; and remain appropriately resourced to serve our community in the future. Our Trustee Team provides strategic leadership and expertise from a range of backgrounds and industries that gives St Christopher’s the direction and insight to continue as a world leader in palliative care.

We are looking to recruit new members to join our Board of Trustees to fill vacancies created by retiring Board members.

About you

We are looking for individuals with experience as either a Charity Trustee, Non-Executive Director or similar. You will have the ability to be an effective ambassador and influencer for the hospice and be committed to the aims and objectives of the hospice, maintaining a genuine interest in our work. You will be a strategic and creative thinker and be able to work effectively as part of a team.

We are largely looking for individuals with skills and experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Experience at board level and chairing committees
• Experience of working at a senior level in a HR workforce and change management
• Safeguarding & whistleblowing expertise
• Financial & commercial expertise

We particularly welcome applicants from our under represented areas which includes applicants from BAME groups, in addition to diverse age groups.

If this sounds like you then we will be excited to hear from you.

Further information

The role of a Trustee of St Christopher’s is voluntary and Trustees will not receive remuneration for their services on the Board. Out of pocket expenses incurred by the Trustees in the course of carrying out the role will be reimbursed in accordance with the organisation’s expenses policy.

Please have a look at our website for further information on all aspects of St Christopher’s and to apply for this position, please click the ‘Apply Online’ button below.

Closing date: Sunday 16th August 2020 at Midnight

About the Role

The Nominations Committee recruits and selects volunteers for senior level posts in the Priory of St John and St John Ambulance. We are recruiting for two Independent members of the Nominations Committee, as two of the current members are stepping down after providing outstanding support to the charity for over 9 years.

As Independent Member of the Nominations Committee, you will help the Committee make good selection decisions through the use of effective and inclusive candidate sourcing and selection processes that ensure the charity has a capable and diverse cohort of senior volunteers. You will ensure that senior roles are filled with high quality candidates with an excellent fit for the organisation in terms of competencies and motivations.

Throughout the year, you will attend a number of Committee Meetings to ensure succession planning and recruitment plans for senior posts whilst also playing an active part in the shortlisting process by reviewing CVs and letters of application. You will be a key member of the team when it comes to interviewing and will propose enhancements to the selection process as appropriate.

(For full details on the role and responsibilities, please refer to the Recruitment Pack)

About You

To be successful as an Independent Member of Nominations Committee, you will have experience of recruitment and selection for senior roles in a non-profit, public or commercial organisation. You will have knowledge of HR and Recruitment best practice and be comfortable working as part of a large, complex organisation.

This position is a volunteer position and is not remunerated, although reasonable expenses are reimbursed.

About Us

The Priory

The Priory of England and the Islands is part of the international Order of St John, a charity that spans over 40 international Priories and Associations and has a Christian heritage going back over 900 years, still providing healthcare in the Holy Land. The St John establishments are mostly in countries of the British Commonwealth.

The Priory carries out the Chivalric objectives of the Order’s Honours system, maintains the historic buildings (St John’s Gate, the church and the museum) and promotes the work of the Priory through over 40 County Priory Groups.

The Priory established St John Ambulance as a separate operating charity to deliver its first aid and community services and it is the country’s leading first aid charity.

St John Ambulance

St John Ambulance is currently involved in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic with more than 5,000 St John People having given their time to the front line, supporting local communities and the NHS. From providing ambulances and crew, supporting the delivery of care in hospitals, driving GPs and Nurses to community appointments, providing logistics to ensure supplies of equipment and of course the training, communications and administration to back up all of this, the operation is ongoing and represents the charity’s largest ever deployment.

The charity’s strategy is rooted in its heritage of supporting the health of communities. It aims to improve the health of the nation through communities that preserve and protect life through volunteering for health and first aid.

Close to 30,000 volunteers and 2,000 employees are involved in providing and supporting St John’s charitable services.

St John Ambulance volunteers provide first aid services at thousands of public events, from the London Marathon to Premier League football to the village fete,

St John Ambulance is also a major national ambulance provider of 24/7 support to NHS trusts as well as specialised services such as neo-natal transport.

St John Ambulance teaches first aid in workplaces, in communities, in schools and through its youth programmes. It teaches more people first aid than any other organisation in the country – more than 800,000 annually.

How to Apply

Application is by CV and covering letter that addresses your interest in the role and how your experience equips you to perform the role.

The closing date for applications is 4th September 2020 with panel interviews taking place on 24th September 2020.

You probably will have heard of YMCA, the largest and oldest youth charity in the world, but you may not have heard about us. YMCA DownsLink Group is a grouping of local YMCAs who provide support to young people across Sussex and Surrey. Our work covers a wide range of areas including accommodation, general advice, sexual exploitation, mental health, housing advice, childcare, counselling, mentoring and apprenticeships.

We are committed to transforming local communities across Sussex and Surrey so that all young people and families can belong, contribute and thrive. Each year we offer more than a 1,000 young people, at risk of homelessness somewhere safe to live where they can develop the skills and confidence to go on to independent living. Annually, we provide over 6,000 children and families counselling and emotional wellbeing support. last year we provided youth work support to over 3,000 young people across the communities we work in.

We are seeking to recruit at least two new Trustees to join our Board and bring wise governance and strategic guidance to our work. In particular, we are looking for people who have a leadership background in the following domains: safeguarding, health, fundraising, IT / Digital and Legal.

 Drawing on its long Christian heritage, our charity seeks to welcome, support and inspire everybody it works with - young people, staff and volunteers of any faith and none. Our board sustains YMCA DLG's Christian foundation and all applicants for the role of trustee are required to demonstrate an active Christian faith as part of the selection process.

For further information, including details of how to apply, please see our website  for a Trustee Application Pack. The closing date for applications is Friday 4th. September 2020.

As part of our Safer Recruitment guidelines, we only accept applications completed on our application form. Due to Covid-19, we are not accepting paper copies of forms and are currently only accepting application forms submitted by email.

YMCA DownsLink Group welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We value diversity and promote inclusion, which we demonstrate through our activities, as well as in our policies and working practices. Reinforced by our culture and values, we seek to create an inspiring and inclusive place to work.

YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns.

Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Dis

This sort of opportunity doesn’t come around very often.  Serving in a key leadership role at national Church level is a role worth taking a close look at.  Reporting to the Chair, you will work alongside the Board of Trustees as well as other key parts of the Free Church of Scotland at a national level - yet you will also support the work of our local churches across Scotland and beyond, and our international mission.

In leading the Central Office, you will shape and implement the Board’s ambitious strategy and priorities, in support of bringing good news to communities.  You will help people join things together, take initiative and pursue the direction of travel.  You will inspire people with your commitment and energy for the ambitions of the Church as well as your professionalism as a leader and manager.  You will understand what good governance is all about in leading an organisation, ensuring effective people management, financial management and risk management.

If you enjoy complexity, are in tune with our values and ethos, and are seeking a role that offers breadth and scope, the opportunity to influence within and beyond the Church, and, ultimately, help bring good news to people, we welcome your interest.  Please read our ‘Information for Applicants’.

Closing date: Wednesday 26 August 2020 at 12 noon

Assessment: Wednesday 16 September 2020

This post is subject to an Occupational Requirement that the post holder is a committed, active Christian under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010.

The Executive Assistant role is a key support to Stewardship’s CEO and five person leadership team by assisting the leadership team and trustees operate effectively in their leadership, governance and external promotion of Stewardship and its charitable objectives.

The role will involve organising and coordinating the team’s schedule by organising key external and internal meetings, administrative support to the senior team as well as communicating with key stakeholders on behalf of both the CEO and Leadership Team. 

A key part of the role will also be acting as the focal point for the Chair and other non-executive trustees in their support for Stewardship.

The role requires a proactive team player who engages with and supports the work of the leadership of the organisation. Someone who can balance the need to use their own initiative while taking direction from a variety of senior staff to deliver the best outcomes for the organisation.

If you like working in a dynamic fast moving Christian team, dealing with all varieties of people and moving effortlessly from basic administration to organising complex and sensitive events this role is perfect.

Main responsibilities and duties include, but will not be limited to:

• proactively manage the CEO’s complex and varied diary focused on external relationships and provide similar diary and administrative support to the Leadership Team when necessary; coordinate domestic and overseas travel for the CEO and Leadership Team;
• act as the key contact point for the CEO and Leadership Team, handling correspondence and external enquiries and responding on their behalf, and assisting in preparing and managing communications to the wider staff team, Trustees or key clients, where appropriate;
• Be the point of contact for the chair and trustees including organising the Stewardship Trustee Council and its committees on a quarterly cycle (including two further boards: Lamb’s Passage Holdings and Stewardship America). This includes: coordinating attendance, distributing papers, undertaking some Company Secretary duties and writing the minutes of the meetings. Less regular duties include updating the Trustee Handbook, coordinating any Trustee recruitment processes and organising the annual trustee retreat.
• prepare agendas, papers, and presentations for key internal meetings, including monthly Extended Leadership Team, quarterly All Staff meetings and an annual staff retreat;
• carry out special projects for the CEO and Leadership Team, to help achieve the strategic goals of the organisation;
• Occasionally provide additional support to the Reception & Hospitality Team when required.

Cathedral Music Trust is looking for an experienced and motivated Development Director to develop and implement our fundraising strategy and to raise substantial funds for our beneficiaries. 

About us

Cathedral Music Trust (CMT) is a charity which supports and promotes sacred choral music. We do this by campaigning on behalf of cathedral music and musicians, giving grants to cathedral choirs and choristers in need, and encouraging the pursuit of excellence in choral and organ music. The Trust is a newly formed charity, incorporating the Friends of Cathedral Music and the Diamond Fund for Choristers. It has ambitious plans to invigorate and expand its operations as the leading source of support for cathedral music through advocacy, education and grant-giving. It is especially committed to enabling children from a diverse range of backgrounds to experience the many benefits that come from being a chorister.

About the job

Permanent, part time position.

22.5 hours per week (0.6 FTE), working from home. More hours may be available by negotiation.

Salary £24,000 per annum - this is pro rata the full time equivalent salary of £40,000 pa.

You will be responsible for developing and implementing the Trust's strategic plan to raise funds. You will manage our fundraising initiatives and our communications with current and prospective donors and supporters. You will report to the Trust's Chair, working closely with the Chair of the Development Committee and the Operations Director. Administrative support will be available. Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing the Trust's fundraising strategy
• Planning and managing fundraising campaigns and activities
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with current and prospective donors and supporters, and stewarding major donors
• Developing new structures for supporters and members
• Identifying sources of funds and writing proposals and applications to trusts, foundations and corporates
• Developing the charity’s public profile and managing marketing activity, including through social media
• Working with colleagues to produce high quality communications materials such as blogs, press releases, tweets, opinion pieces and newsletters, ensuring consistency of messaging
• Preparing regular fundraising updates for the Board of Trustees on progress against fundraising strategies and targets
• Working closely with the Trust’s Operations Director for the benefit of the charity

About you

You are a successful fundraiser, with a minimum of two years' experience in fundraising. You are energetic, self-motivated and proactive, with outstanding written, oral and interpersonal skills and excellent organisational and time management skills. You can demonstrate an ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with trustees, donors, supporters and volunteers. You are IT competent and familiar with customer relationship management systems for non-profits. You have experience in communications, especially social media. You have an interest in sacred choral music.

More information

A job description and person specification is available below. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their background.

In order to apply, please submit your CV, a covering letter and names and contact details of two referees. In your letter, please explain how your skills and experience match the job description and person specification, why you would like to join us, and any other relevant details in support of your application.

Corporate Administration Manager

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a Royal Medical College looking to strengthen its’ support for members and corporate administration in a purpose built new facility. The College require a hands on governance minded individual to ensure high quality maintenance of existing administrative processes and systems as well as providing direction for the future of the function. You will be responsible for projects such as the implementation of a governance review as well as ongoing development of robust and secure administrative processes. The delivery of high level secretariat services to Trustees and senior committees, individually and through team management is an essential element of the role.

Responsibilities:

• Responsibility for operational management of a complex range of corporate policies and procedures.
• Management of governance processes and procedures, including elections and committee roles
• Be the primary point of contact and the face of Secretariat services for the Board of Trustees
• Oversee the implementation of a recent governance review
• Lead the management of corporate processes and for policies, registers and reports
• Engage and communicate effectively with stakeholders on decisions and procedures
• Management of a team of 5 staff members 
• Continuous improvement of infrastructure, systems & procedures for committee administration
• Budget management
• Take accountability for the continuous improvement and development of corporate administration
• Documentation
• Data protection and corporate risk register management

The Successful Applicant:

• Proficient knowledge of overall Corporate Administration processes and requirements including management and oversight of policies, corporate (non-financial) reports strategic and annual reports with ability to monitor and advise across an organisation.
• Experience of working with Trustees in a Secretariat capacity.
• Be an individual who enjoys being hands on in their approach to administration and governance issues.
• Have excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Have experience of managing and developing support staff.
• Have a track record of delivering business administration or corporate process projects.

The Role

The core elements of the role are as follows:

Strategic - Create - 5%, including setting strategic plans for corporate procedures

Operational - Implement - 15% - including oversight of implementation of processes, in conjunction with user expectations and resources.

Operational – Planning and Management - 80% - including planning and provision of work plans for the department and committees, Trustee Board support, management of reporting, budgets, documentation and processes, as well as Staff Management and communication to stakeholders and staff.

In addition to overall responsibility for the function of Corporate Administration and Committees, the post holder will be the lead person for governance matters or input into business plans and processes: Secretariat services, operational planning, budget setting, committee support, policies.

Overall the Corporate Administration Manager’s responsibility is for the continuous development of processes that support the College’s strategy, to initiate work that meets organisational and members’ needs for committee services, maximise effectiveness of processes and procedures as well as manage and develop an established and skilled support team.

HOW TO APPLY

For further information and to apply for the role, please download the information pack and send your CV and completed supporting form via the application link.

I am currently recruiting for an experienced Chief Operating Officer for a 6-month contract, to lead the operations of an amazing NHS support charity as they evolve and grow. The charity has been set up to support the welfare and wellbeing of those fighting to keep us healthy and safe during the COVID-19 crisis, and beyond.
You will have the business acumen and commercial experience necessary to ensure we maximise the impact of our resources, together with compassion and a strong sense of social purpose. You will need experience of working at a senior level within the charity sector, ideally with experience of providing grants and partnerships. Experience in the technology sector is also welcome. The ideal candidate would lead on embedding, role modelling and living these values and behaviours.

Reporting to the Board, your key responsibilities will be:
Leading, motivating and developing our committed staff to provide the highest quality services to healthcare workers and those who rely on our support
Ensuring that our business strategy, customer service and involvement objectives and performance targets are defined, met and improved
Maintaining excellent relationships with the board of trustees, working with them to maintain an effective governance framework.
Maintaining an excellent working relationship with the chairman to deliver the vision and long-term strategy of the charity.

Strategic Oversight:
Communicate and implement the vision, mission, and maintain direction.
Lead the implementation of the overall strategy.
Create a close working relationship with the Chair in the direction and high-level function of the charity.
Implement the strategic plan that guides the direction of the charity.
Oversee the complete operation of the charity.
Evaluate the success of the charity in achieving its goals, specifically driven by defined KPIs.
Pursue potential sources of funding for the charity.
Help to represent the charity to stakeholder groups.

External Organisation Relations:
Ensuring a proactive and high standard of external institutional relations through:
Maintaining and extending the charity's active engagement with both private, public and third sector stakeholders.
Identifying and nurturing external commercial sponsors for the operations and programmes of the charity.
Liaising with the Marketing Manager to deliver member acquisition and retention strategies.
Creating effective media strategies.
Nurturing philanthropic sources of funding for the charity.

Governance:
With the Finance Officer, ensure the highest level of governance and financial integrity are maintained through:
Ensuring good governance structures for the charity and the good conduct of all aspects of the charity's activities.
Assuring all regulatory and legal documents are filed.
Monitoring compliance with laws and regulations.
Overseeing the charity's fiscal activity, including budgeting, reporting, and auditing.
Policy setting, financial probity and annual budget setting.
Implementation of the agreed policy and budget.
Managing the Risk Register for the charity in conjunction with the Board of Trustees.

Programme Project Management:
Programme and Project Portfolio definition
Developing suitable project specifications
Alongside the Committees ensuring periodic reviews of the projects undertaken.
Management of team
Management of staff on a day to day basis.
Supervision of the recruitment and performance of volunteers and contractors.
Monitoring performance of the team.
Conducting a regular review process.

Training Programmes & Staff Development and Performance:
Overseeing training activities. Working with the Heads of Departments, the post-holder is responsible for providing high quality services ensuring efficient and effective training programmes to the charity's membership and general public.
Ensuring a continuous staff performance and development process through the following actions:
Building a positive and productive culture in the workplace by listening to employee and Trustee opinions, making adjustments where necessary.
Evaluating and implementing the charity's HR review.
Creating an effective staff development programme.

If you have the above skills and experience and are confident working in a start-up environment, please apply online today!

Reporting to:  Chief Executive

Job Role: Develop a fundraising programme to include development of UKAHT’s membership.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be a well-rounded fundraiser with experience across a wide variety of fundraising sources that match the ambitions of the charity. A passion for heritage, environment and culture is essential - as is cultivating close and attentive relationships with supporters. We are looking for a collaborative worker who can roll-up their sleeves and enable the whole team to become fundraisers in their different capacities.

About You

• You are passionate about Antarctica, cultural heritage, public engagement and inspiring young people about the future of this fascinating continent.
• You feel confident representing the organisation to a variety of stakeholders, and creating bespoke cases for support for each audience.
• You are an experienced fundraiser, with a successful track record of helping charitable organisations to attract and grow income and funding from a wide range of public and private sources.
• You are entrepreneurial, ambitious but practical in your approach to fundraising and appreciate the balance of skills and requirements that this discipline requires.
• You are a proactive networker and collaborator. 
• You are a strong communicator - able to identify and build effective relationships across all stakeholder groups and at all levels of seniority.

Person Specification:

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE (essentials and desirables)

Proven experience of securing significant funding from a variety of sources, including high net worth individuals, corporates, trusts, and foundations, and through face to face negotiations

Track record of success fundraising and cultivation of donors for campaigns of £250,000+

Track record of designing and implementing development strategies, including revenue and capital fundraising activities

Experience of budget development and management, and an understanding of management accounts

Proven ability to manage and grow a list of active and significant donors

Knowledge of relevant charity and tax laws

Experience of fundraising for arts, environment or education causes

Extensive networks and existing relationships with public bodies, trust and foundations, businesses, and philanthropists

Experience of working with high net worth individuals and senior volunteer boards

SKILLS, ABILITIES AND ATTITUDES (essentials and desirables)

Ability to inspire and motivate colleagues to create an effective and efficient department focused on successful income generating initiatives

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of people

High attention to detail, particularly regarding written work, budget and event planning

Excellent influencing, negotiation, and diplomacy skills

Ability to think and operate strategically and provide flexible solutions

Able to deliver to demanding deadlines and with a hands-on approach

Good IT skills including databases

Ability to self-motivate, work as part of a small team, and support colleagues

Confident, resilient, and resourceful

A commitment to excellence and professionalism

Appreciation of and support for the aims and ethos of UKAHT

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Leading and managing fundraising activity across the organisation, ensuring that colleagues are alerted to relevant opportunities in their business areas and working with them to develop and curate effective relationships with funders, donors, partners and clients in a proactive and methodical manner.
• Leading in delivering new fundraising and projects, including time-bound campaigns and new creative initiatives to grow income sustainably and ensure that the organisation follows appropriate internal and external applications and reporting timeframes and processes.
• Supporting colleagues in drafting correspondence and documentation, such as reports, briefings, applications, presentations, or other communication items to support development activity.
• Designing and implementing systems to identify and assess relevant opportunities.
• Developing and managing effective policies and procedures in line with best practice in the sector.
• Ensuring income generation activity is produced, filed, and archived in a systematic and efficient way, for all research, contracts, reports, and other records relating to fundraising.
• Managing development budgets and other related resources.
• Deliver a successful income generation plan that enables the delivery of UKAHT’s strategic plans and has the support of the CEO and Chair of the Board of Trustees.
• Lead fundraising activities across cultivation events, stakeholder management, sponsorship, individual giving, legacies, and capital projects.
• Develop and maintain productive and positive relationships with Trustees and Ambassadors.
• Support the development of UKAHT’s business plan.
• Represent UKAHT at internal and external networking opportunities, developing existing and new donor relationships, and deputise for the CEO where necessary.

FUNDRAISING AND ADVOCACY

• Be personally accountable for successful generation of major income to support programmes and the delivery of the ongoing strategy, agreeing fundraising targets with the Director and regularly reporting on progress.
• Set and achieve fundraising targets, showing year on year growth in activity and results.
• Manage and motivate directly or indirectly effective use of the Chair, Trustees, and Ambassadors for cultivating prospects and developing projects.
• Develop and maintain UKAHT’s relationships with funders, including major donors, trusts and foundations, corporate partners, and statutory bodies.
• Develop and maintain supporter schemes, including introduction of a legacy group.
• Have responsibility for development events, including private views and patrons’ programmes, ensuring high standards of donor care are maintained. 
• Keep appraised of latest developments in the sector. 
• Work closely with the Digital Engagement Manager to maximise case for support messaging, develop advocacy materials, undertake successful digital campaigns.
• Ensure accurate and appropriate accreditation of supporters, sponsors, and partners.

ADMINISTRATION

• Produce reports for and make presentations to the Board of Trustees, as necessary.
• Ensure supporters are reported to in an appropriate and timely fashion.
• Manage development budgets and prepare financial data.
• Support the maintenance of an accurate database.
• Carry out any other duties as deemed appropriate by the CEO.

TERMS:

UKAHT is committed to providing excellent terms and conditions of employment for all employees.

Location

Pre-COVID this role was based in the UKAHT office in Cambridge:

High Cross, Madingley Road, Cambridge, CB3 0ET.  However, as we adjust to a COVID world we envisage a flexible blend of homeworking with some office-based work.

Salary: £38,000-£40,000 pro rota + benefits

Working Hours: 3 or 4 days a week (working week 37.5 hours) with potential for full time in the future

Holidays: 25 days per year pro rota of paid leave plus the usual public holidays.

Expenses: All reasonable travel costs incurred as part of the role will be reimbursed as per UKAHT policy

Benefits: UKAHT operates a contributory pension scheme into which you will be enrolled.

Probationary period: The appointment will be subject to a six month probationary period

Notice period: Upon completion of the probationary period the period of notice will be two months by either party.

UKAHT is committed to equal opportunities and to learning how to increase the diversity of our people. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons and encourage applications from people currently underrepresented in the Polar regions, including women in senior leadership positions, members of black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, people with disabilities and LGBTQI+ people. We also welcome flexible working arrangements.