Chief Executive

Are you looking for a Chief Executive role where every day is different and you can have a direct impact on improving the lives of young people?

We are offering a fantastic opportunity to lead and develop a pioneering and well established youth charity in Carlisle, committed to investing in its staff and volunteers and giving young people the opportunity to discover their passion and purpose.

Position: Chief Executive Officer

Salary: Up £50,000 per annum depending on experience

Hours: Full time, permanent

Location: Carlisle

Benefits: Up to 6% employer pension contribution, 25 days’ annual leave plus 8 bank holiday days

Closing date: 9am, Monday 4th January 2022

Interviews: Virtual interviews w/c 17 January 2022; first stage face to face interviews w/c 24 January 2022

About the role:

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an independent, well established youth charity (part of a national network) who believe that all young people should have the opportunity to discover their passion and their purpose; to find out what they’ve got and where it could take them.

This Chief Executive role is strategic, requiring effectiveness at a high level, yet at the same time it demands detailed and hands-on management. You will have responsibility for a revenue budget of up to £1m per annum and should be able to influence effectively at senior level, whilst also be willing to get stuck into the detail; all this in an environment without corporate support structures. As Chief Executive, your relationship with the Chair of the Board will be supportive and challenging, enabling you to deliver on-going success for the Youth Zone.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Working with the Chair and Board on the continued development of the strategic plan, together with the delivery of a robust funding plan to ensure the long-term sustainability of the charity
• Nurturing and developing the charity’s vision and to lead and inspire the team to be effective in their roles, supporting them to deliver a wide range of activities for young people
• Working with the local business community and other services providers to generate added benefits for young people and showcase the Youth Zone as an asset for the whole community
• Demonstrating the charity’s values and a commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

About you:

As an exceptional leader, motivated to improve young people’s lives for the better, you will have the ability to think strategically and develop a long-term vision for the young people of Carlisle, bringing with you a successful track record of developing organisations or large teams, proven experience of generating significant income and time spent in the voluntary sector and/or working with young people. Your communications and people management skills will be strong, together with an ability to build inclusive relationships and display excellent judgement and focus at all times.

If you have the desire and drive to take on this leadership role, please provide a CV and supporting statement explaining how you meet the criteria for this role based on the person specification.

In addition, please provide the following information:

• Confirmation you are eligible to work in the UK (the successful candidate will be required to provide documentary evidence before a job offer is confirmed).
• Any reasonable adjustments we can make to assist you in your application or the selection process.
• How you demonstrate your commitment to fairness, equality and respect

The strength of the charity comes from the diversity within their people. They aim for the team to reflect the local community and value people working together from a range of different backgrounds locally and nationally, and with different experiences, all with a shared passion for boosting the aspirations and lives of young people. Diversity brings innovation, fresh ideas and creativity, and they actively strive to create a culture that is truly inclusive and fair for all and where everyone in the team can be themselves and thrive. The organisation is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires an enhanced DBS check.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Chief Executive, COO, Senior Leader, Chief Executive Officer, CEO, Deputy CEO, Acting CEO, Acting Chief Executive Officer, Interim CEO, Interim Chief Executive Officer, Charity Leader, etc.

Appointment of CEO

The UK Associaiton for Science and Discovery Centres (ASDC) is seeking a visible, dynamic and progressive CEO to lead the organisation at a time when science and science engagement has never been more important. The role requires the successful candidate to lead this small organisation to realise big ambitions.

Founded in 2009, ASDC exists to champion and support science and discovery centres and museums who collectively engage with over 25 million people of all ages, genders, backgrounds and abilities and works to support the sector to encourage more diverse participation in science.

Major programmes and services provided by ASDC include:

• Representing members’ interests before UK Government and National funding bodies;
• Convening dialogue, learning opportunities, and information exchange through Communities of Practice and other professional development programmes and discussion forums;
• Delivery of major national and international STEM programmes;
• Delivering the ASDC annual conference, the UK’s leading professional development gathering for the science and discovery centre sector.

Application Information: Please submit a full CV with a covering letter explaining how your motivations, skills and experience are an excellent fit for this post. Email your application to ASDC Deputy Chair Donna Speed.

Closing Date for applications: Friday 3rd December

Interviews: First interviews will be held remotely on 13th December. A final panel interview for short listed candidates will be held in person in Bristol on 20th December.

Hours of work: Full time or part-time

Salary: £55-65k

Location: Bristol although remote working options will be considered

Reporting Structure: The Chief Executive reports to the Chair of the Board of Trustees

The Role

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) reports to the Board of Trustees and is responsible for providing leadership and direction to ASDC’s staff and activities. In partnership with the Board, the CEO will co-create an inspiring vision and strategy for refreshing the ASDC brand to take the association forward. The CEO will assure the operating and financial integrity of the organisation and will be called upon to represent ASDC externally with funders, partners, government and other stakeholders on a national basis.

Over its 10-year history, ASDC has developed an outstanding reputation and enjoys strong member support. As the organisation evolves, the CEO must ensure that the needs of the ASDC membership continue to be met and inspire the team to embrace new ways of thinking, identify new opportunities to reach new audiences and engage actively in national and international discussions on informal science engagement. The CEO will work to ensure that ASDC provides value to the science and discovery centre network on a national basis both through enhanced service offerings and facilitating increased collaboration across the sector. The CEO will also be a key ambassador for the sector and work to raise the profile of the sector and its contribution to society with government, public and private sector stakeholders.

The CEO will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of the organisation and the small team based in Bristol.

Key objectives of the job:

• Work with the Board and Membership to develop a robust strategic plan that will serve as a roadmap for future ASDC programme and service offering;
• Ensure that the needs of the ASDC members are met, retain existing members and attract new members;
• Develop relationships with members and partners who share a commitment to advancing science engagement;
• Collaborate with science and visitor centres on a national basis and provide leadership to the sector;
• Build revenue and funding streams to expand ASDC’s resources beyond membership fees.

Staff Management and Leadership

• Manage the team at ASDC and ensure it is a well-run organisation where colleagues feel consulted and valued and are able to work effectively;
• Inspire and support the team to meet targets and to understand how their contribution is vital to achieving wider strategic aims;
• Work with the Board of Trustees, leadership team, membership and external stakeholders to develop an inspiring vision and strategy for ASDC.

Financial Management and Governance

• Oversee budgets, expenditure and management accounts ensuring income and expenditure is within business plan targets;
• Be accountable to the Board of Trustees for the overall financial health of ASDC including ensuring that new funding opportunities are pursued;
• Identify and put in place an effective risk management strategy and framework for the charity to support business plan objectives and robust financial and strategic management;
• Foster good working relationships and ensure systems and structures are in place for the Board of Trustees to fulfil its statutory responsibilities and exercise effective control of the charity’s affair.

Fundraising and Income Generation

• Seek out and develop new income streams, expanding the product and service offering to the membership;
• Build strong relationships with a range of potential funders and oversee shaping and writing of major bids.
• Liaise with UK and devolved national parliaments on behalf of the association and its membership with a view to securing core/unrestricted funding.

Candidate Profile

For this role, ASDC is looking for a creative, dynamic and inspirational leader who has a passion for science engagement. The ideal candidate will have a track record in growing organisations in income, impact, reputation and membership. They will also have some experience in membership organisations and understand the role of associations in meeting members’ needs.

Essential Skills and Experience

• A commitment to the values and mission of ASDC and its membership;
• A talent for drawing the best out of a skilled and passionate team;
• Outstanding relationship building qualities;
• An ability to be an active ambassador for the sector - projecting and cultivating enthusiasm for science engagement and the unique value of science and discovery centres with key stakeholders from industry, professional institutions, funding bodies and government;
• Experience of guiding the strategic development of an organisation;
• An entrepreneurial mindset and a combination of commercial and mission driven acumen.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• A science engagement or science and discovery centre background;
• Experience of membership associations or trade bodies.

Accessibility

We welcome and want to attract, recruit and retain disabled people within our workforce, so we can benefit from their skills and talents. Our office is on the first floor in a fully accessible building, with a disabled toilet.

Our work aims to inspire, motivate and encourage people from all backgrounds to feel empowered and engaged with science. ASDC has a strong commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI), we believe in creating a work environment where everyone feels welcome, respected, supported and valued no matter who you are or where you come from. We know that this will enable us to better serve the needs of our diverse audiences. We welcome people from all sections of the community to work with us and aim to increase opportunity and remove barriers for everyone, particularly under-represented groups.

Please email ASDC Deputy Chair Donna Speed with your application by 3rd December 2021.

About Us

LOROS are incredibly proud of what our Charity achieves and we are excited about our plans for continued progression, as one of the UK’s largest hospices. To continue to achieve our ambitions, we’re seeking a skilled leader to realise development plans and to ensure that the hospice is run to the very highest standards whether it be in our clinical delivery, our income generation, our research or the long term relationships with the wider communities we serve.

About the Role

Following six highly progressive and successful years, our current Chief Executive is now furthering his career in a new role. Therefore we seek a dynamic, motivated and outward facing individual who can lead our strong senior team, think and act strategically, develop and manage key relations both internally and externally and give us the reassurance that LOROS is continuing to thrive.

We seek a leader with a strong, strategic mind who is a clear thinker. Someone who understands and has an organisational grip of the competing demands of service delivery, organisational performance, systems thinking and partnership working.

Our Chief Executive needs to provide effective, motivational and empowering leadership throughout the organisation and take accountability for the leadership, management and administration of the organisation in the execution of the decisions, policies and plans of the Board of Trustees.

About You

It’s rewarding that our current Chief Executive is continuing his career progression onwards, and this speaks to the person we seek; ambitious, progressive, continuously striving to develop them self. Alive to the needs of others but with strong internal drivers to continually push for higher levels of excellence. Forward thinking and inclusive, proactive and engaging will all be words that describe our next Chief Executive. For a deeper insight into LOROS, the challenge and whom we are seeking, please see our Chief Executive Applicant Prospectus.

This is a senior role and appropriate remuneration will be negotiated

Dates for next steps:

Closing date for applications 28 November 2021

Tour and meet Senior Management Committee 8 or 9 December 2021

Presentation and Final Interview 15 or 17 December 2021

LOROS wants to ensure that the profile of its employees reflects the diverse communities of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from the diverse communities, we serve.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead an independent charity, based in Nottingham, working for the benefit of deaf and hard of hearing people across the East Midlands.  We are looking for a Chief Executive to lead the organisation with a focus on both internal and external challenges.

The purpose of Nottinghamshire Deaf Society is to empower deaf people so that their lives are enriched.  Our vision is for a society in which all deaf people participate.

In the next 5 years we want to increase our work with people of all ages with different types of deafness. We want to increase the number of partnerships we have with other organisations and groups. We will be known as a provider of services and involved and engaged with the wider deaf community.

Our 2 year strategy (2021-22) focuses on strengthening and consolidating our current services and activities while preparing to develop and expand through partnerships. We are aiming to strengthen and develop all of our activities over this period so that we are in a stronger and more sustainable position for the future.

At the core of its work is a large British Sign Language interpreting service providing a mixture of commissioned and non-commissioned services for health, education, employment, social services and many other contexts.  This complements our other services, including a specialist Deaf Welfare Rights service and an expanding programme of BSL training courses.

Our community centre operates from our wholly owned grade two listed building in Nottingham. It provides a base for deaf people to come together to meet and celebrate their distinctive culture through a range of accessible social activities.

Our externally facing activities involve representing the views and needs of deaf people throughout our region and facilitating their wider participation in decision making forums.

The external focus will be on new and creative thinking to develop NDS’s strategic plan to promote the well-being of deaf people; to meeting the challenges of identifying and securing funding to support the strategic plan and maximise self-generated income; and to maintaining and developing effective networks with stakeholders and supporters to influence local policies and decisions.

The internal focus will be on managing efficient office and financial systems and controls; supervising and managing our 22 staff members and volunteers; maintaining culturally accessible community facilities; and ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and with best practice in work with deaf people.

The Chief Executive will work closely and collaboratively with the existing staff management team and report in a timely and appropriate way to the Board of Trustees.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday, 17 December 2021.

Interviews are planned for week commencing Monday, 10 January 2022, subject to availability.

We are a leading charity and the UK’s expert voice for children with cancer and we are looking for an Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive.

You’ll provide high quality professional support to the Chief Executive, supporting the Board of Trustees and Executive Group and managing key corporate processes. 

In this role you will provide highly efficient and responsible administration and project management support. You will support the CEO in administration of governance systems and processes, support a range of key CCLG committees/working groups and projects, and support the smooth and effective running of the office. You’ll have excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience of providing director level PA/EA support. You will be expected to support on a range of activities and special projects, and provide some general office administrative support.

Our work

Each week in the UK and Ireland, more than 30 children are diagnosed with cancer. Our network of dedicated professional members work together in treatment, care and research to help shape a future where all children with cancer survive and live happy, healthy and independent lives.We fund and support innovative world-class research and collaborate, both nationally and internationally, to drive forward improvements in childhood cancer. Our award-winning information resources help lessen the anxiety, stress and loneliness commonly felt by families, giving support throughout the cancer journey.

About the role

You'll provide comprehensive support to the CEO, including diary management. You'll provide administrative support to a wide range of meetings, including our Board of Trustees, Executive Groups, Senior Leadership Team and a range of CCLG groups and committees. 

You'll also provide management and administrative support to key CCLG projects and activity, including our early diagnosis work and research priority setting work. 

Closing date: 30 November 2021

POST: Deputy Chief Executive Officer

Salary:£42 – 44k per annum (depending upon experience)

Responsible to:Chief Executive Officer

Duration:Permanent (subject to an initial 6 months probationary period)

Hours:Full time – 35 hours per week

Benefits: 28 days Annual Leave and 6% pension contribution

Location:  Kings Cross, London

The main purpose of the post:  

To work with the Chief Executive and the Board of Directors/Trustees to deliver the strategic and operational priorities of the organisation. The Deputy CEO will work to strengthen Islington’s Voluntary and Community Sector through the delivery of capacity building initiatives and volunteering services and through cross-sector collaboration with statutory partners and community/resident engagement.

The Deputy CEO will be responsible for creating new opportunities for service development, contributing to income generation strategy and implementation and monitoring and evaluation of our programs.

Main areas of responsibility: 

Developing our People

• Provide line management of Voluntary Action Islington’s Volunteer Services Manager, Development Officer, and the Local Wellbeing Network Co-ordinator
• Providing leadership, direction, and motivation for staff and volunteers involved in the day-to-day delivery of services and community engagement
• Ensure plans are in place for training and developing staff to build capacity and capability to suit business needs
• With the CEO, building and maintaining a high-performance culture evidenced through effective management of performance
• Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with the CEO and the Board of Directors/Trustees
• Ensuring that the day-to-day operations of the organisation are effectively and efficiently managed and conducted within the framework, resources and timescales agreed

Developing our Relationships

• Deputising for the CEO internally and externally, upon request, in a range of functions
• Developing and maintaining effective strategic relationships with key stakeholders including the local Voluntary and Community Sector, elected members and senior officials of Islington Council, NCL Clinical Commissioning Group and Public Health and existing and potential funders
• Supporting the development of active and thriving communities in Islington by working closely with Islington’s Fairer Together initiatives including the Locality Networks
• Acting as a key representative of the organisation ensuring that a positive reputation is built and maintained and promoting strong links with all stakeholders

Delivering our Services

• Contributing to the development and implementation of VAI’s strategic and operational plans and income generation strategy
• Leading on/contributing to funding applications and proposals to a diverse range of funders including charitable trusts and foundations; corporate organisations and statutory bodies
• Ensuring that the day-to-day operations of the organisation are effectively and efficiently managed and conducted within the framework and timescales agreed with funders
• Managing the reporting of performance against an outcome framework agreed with funders
• Establishing and maintaining high-quality standards throughout the work of the organisation, including the achievement and maintenance of quality standards against a quality framework, capable of external scrutiny
• Developing operating policies to ensure that programs and activities are implemented effectively
• Implementing stringent project management processes to ensure the timely and cost-effective development of services

General

• Any other reasonable duties specified by the CEO
• We reserve the right to vary or amend the duties and responsibilities of the post-holder at any time according to the needs of the organisation’s business.
• There is a requirement to work evenings and weekends as necessary in order to ensure appropriate fulfilment of duties.

The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences (CSFS), the Professional Body for the Forensic Sciences that supports over 3000 members worldwide, is excited to announce that we are looking to recruit a Chief Executive Officer to manage the activities of the Society on its journey to grow and develop the professional body.

Responsible to the President and Board of Trustees the CEO will oversee the management of staff & resources, strategic leadership, sales & marketing, product development, support of the membership and the wider forensic science sector. As well as collaborate with the Board of Trustees in the development and implementation of strategic growth.

Main responsibilities include:

• Lead on the strategic growth of all external offering for CSFS Members and the wider forensic community
• Oversee management of resources (i.e. finances & financial modelling)
• Collaborate effectively with the Board of Trustees as appropriate to ensure meeting of overarching strategic objectives
• Support Trustees to ensure continuing compliance with the Charity Commission, and CSFS Charter & Byelaws
• Chairing of internal and external meetings
• Leading the strategic direction of CSFS Working Groups and Committees
• Liaise and support Niche areas and small businesses
• Representing the Society at a range of External and National meetings
• Analyse data and produce suitable statistics for use at internal and external meetings as appropriate
• Work closely with the assessment managers and support them in planning and delivery of the assessments, data recording, collation, and presentation
• Lead on the facilitation of all external events including strategic management of the IT capability
• Manage the office and remote based staff, including recruitment, holidays, office cover and workload with a focus on flexibility and agile working

The CSFS Headquarters is in Harrogate and while it is not necessary that the new CEO is based in Harrogate, they will be expected to attend there on a regular basis and be flexible in relation to necessary travel and attendance at conferences and other functions that may take place out of hours.

The position is full time with flexible hours, 30 days annual leave and pension contribution.

Application should be by CV along with cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in the role. Closing date for applications Sunday 28th November 2021. Interviews will be held on 13th and 14th December 2021.

The position will have the usual initial 6 months’ probation period. Following successful completion of probation, a seven year, once renewable, contract will be awarded.

Person Specification

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the overarching aims and objectives of the CSFS as a Professional Body and its position in the current marketplace
• Good knowledge of the Charity Commission and the impact of it on daily operation of the Society
• Good working knowledge of financial management as it relates to Charities
• Good knowledge of HR law and the ability to draft and manage contracts effectively
• An up to date knowledge of the current forensic marketplace and the challenges that it presents would be a distinct advantage
• An excellent knowledge of the current Forensic Science Regulator framework and the needs of organisational quality management
• Contract management

Experience:

• Line management of small groups
• Project or change management
• Excellent IT skills and the ability to learn new systems quickly and lead from the front in implementation as and when required
• Experience of MS Office, MS Teams & Share point
• Excellent data handling and the ability to manage, collate and present large amounts of data effectively to meet the varying needs of a range of external costumers
• General office administration & leadership experience
• Experience with leading a blended team of onsite and offsite staff would be advantageous
• Experience of sales, marketing and negotiation would be an advantage

Key Skills:

• Excellent IT Skills across a range of off the shelf and bespoke applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels, adapting the style of communication to meet the needs of the audience
• Excellent presentation skills - the role holder will be regularly called upon to present to a wide range of people
• The ability to manage your own time effectively
• High level & complex Project Management
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrate a flexible approach to work and a high level of self-motivation
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality
• Ability to work well under pressure & meet tight deadlines
• Lead from the front but be an integral member of the delivery team when required
• The ability to work flexibly and take on a range of task as required to support all staff in their daily roles

Ceredigion Citizens Advice (CCA) is one of over 300 registered Citizens Advice charities in England and Wales. We have a dedicated team of 20 staff and 17 volunteers, and a Board of 9 Trustees who are also volunteers. We cover the whole of the county of Ceredigion and work closely with Pembrokeshire CA to provide a service for clients in north Pembrokeshire. We serve a population of around 73,000 people, and helped over 2,500 people last year, providing advice services that are free, independent, impartial and confidential

Since March 2020, the COVID19 pandemic has necessitated a change to the service delivery model. We successfully relocated, with all staff working from home providing services by email / chat and telephone. We are now exploring opportunities for partnerships with other charities with a view to sharing of premises. The Rural Reach team was established to drive forward this approach and informal links have been forged with 5 regional community advice hubs. This summer, we agreed as an organisation to continue the development of the hybrid services through a flexible blended service model that meets the needs of our service users and our wider community. We are looking for a new CEO to set a vision and lead us on this journey.

Key details:

Role: CEO of Ceredigion Citizens Advice

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000

Location: Ceredigion

Contract: Permanent, full time

Our new CEO will:

• Provide strong, inspirational leadership to staff and volunteers, increase the volunteer base, and provide a strong sense of team and purpose to deliver the new delivery model post pandemic:
• Develop new business opportunities to increase funding to achieve long term financial sustainability and resilience to create the most comprehensive and accessible ‘Go To’ Advice Service to clients in Ceredigion;
• Drive forward the delivery of high quality assured bi-lingual Advice services to enable the widest reach to people for whom advice is essential to their financial health and well-being;
• Develop systems and resources which have the best fit for CCA’s new and developing delivery model to ensure they support staff and volunteers to deliver efficient and effective services;
• Develop new partnerships within communities and funders, and work closely with current funders to continue to ensure a robust and sound financial base;
• Consolidate the adaptations made to the delivery of our services in response to the pandemic and to lead staff and volunteers to the next stage of development.

Amongst other criteria, the successful candidate will have:

• A sound understanding and experience of working within the voluntary and/or public sectors.
• Understanding of the strategic and policy environment in which the advice sector operates.
• A track record of delivering high quality, accredited, accessible and multi-faceted services to clients, including the development of quality standards and monitoring of service delivery against agreed targets.
• Considerable experience of financial management and systems. A strong track record of sound financial management with demonstrable experience of having had financial responsibility of setting and managing a budget.
• Experience of setting organisational strategy, business planning and strategies to maximise fund raising.
• Substantial leadership experience of an organisation or team in the voluntary or public sectors, ideally to include working with or reporting to non-executives.
• Understanding of and commitment to Citizens Advice aims and principles and equality and diversity and inclusion, including the Welsh language and culture.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in Welsh or show commitment to achieve Level 2 Welsh standard within a mutually agreed period, during which time support will be made available.

We encourage applicants who are from underrepresented groups with protected characteristics, as we value having a diverse pool of applicants to find the best candidate. In addition, we recognise the importance of reflecting the diversity of our community. Please do not hesitate to ask if you need any reasonable adjustments made to access this recruitment process.

If you would like to receive an Information Pack in both English and Welsh for this role with details on how to apply, please send an expression of interest and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile in confidence to our consultant, Jenny Hills at Harris Hill via the apply button.

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 6th December 2021.

Diversity Voice is looking for a dynamic and experienced manager to lead this small but busy charity from strength to strength.

You will be the ideal candidate for this position if you:-

• have a proven track record of leadership, preferably acquired within the charitable, education or advice sector,
• have excellent interpersonal skills
• are a quick learner
• are prepared to manage all aspects of a relatively small operation.
• have considerable financial acumen
• are articulate
• are committed to the principle of “equality for all”.

We would particularly welcome applications from candidates in the communities that we serve, and we would consider flexible working requests, including job share or part time working.   

Acting as an ambassador, you will be the public face of the charity and will be able to build effective working relationships with stakeholders, staff, volunteers, and service users. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will develop the charity’s long-term strategy, and be able to condense that strategy into the budgets and business plans. Working closely with the staff, you will be responsible not only for their welfare and career development, but also for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the charity and ensuring their efficiency.  You will ensure that the charity complies with the law and relevant Charity Commission and Government regulation and guidance. You will be able to see where the charity should be in 1,3,5 and 10 years’ time, and be able to put in place the steps to get us there.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION: 

Diversity Voice is a small registered charity, based in Bridgwater, Somerset, that supports migrant communities living in the South West of England. This support currently includes the provision of advice services (including support of EU citizens who need advice regarding their rights in the aftermath of UK’s exit from the EU), cultural awareness events, translation and interpreting, English language courses, support for families seeking to access education or other local services, and English language support to EAL children in schools.

An application pack which has additional information and an application form will be emailed to candidates.

• Work as the CEO for a leading South Wales Students' Union
• A thriving organisation based in the heart of Cardiff

About Our Client

Based in the Capital city of Wales, Cardiff Metropolitan University has been providing Higher Education since 1865. The University is currently ranked in the top 100 in the UK and provides a best in class Higher Education provision to over 12000 students annually.

Cardiff Met SU is a registered charity with the aim of delivery an outstanding student experience to its members. We represent students' interests, provide opportunities for students to develop themselves and gain new skills. We fully support a wide range of societies and through our SU Sport, provide sporting opportunities for over 1300 students.
We have been consistently ranked in the top twenty BUCS rankings in the UK. We are an inclusive friendly organisation and we pride ourselves on the support we provide for our students through our committed team of officers, representative and staff.

Whilst we work collaboratively with the University with a jointly approved Relationship Agreement, we remain independent as a democratically led charity.

The past 2 years have been challenging; we have certainly faced some difficult decision both in terms of the business and within the context of the student experience from Freshers through to graduation taking on a different look. In the coming year, rebuilding the clubs and societies in addition to delivering an outstanding student experience will be a challenge but one the Students Union must address.
As Chief Executive you will have the opportunity to develop and deliver a new strategic plan for the Union.

Identifying new of working post pandemic and delivering representation and service delivery.

You will understand the importance of student leadership and be able to demonstrate the ability to support, guide and challenge our elected officers.
 

Job Description

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong strategic leadership skills as well as being commercially minded to join Cardiff Met SU as their next CEO.

The CEO is the senior member of the permanent staff at the SU and is the principal advisor to the Students' Union President, Officer Team and Board of Trustees. As well as the CEO for the SU, the CEO also holds the role of Managing Director of the Futura Marketing and Promotions Ltd, a trading subsidiary of Cardiff Met SU.

The CEO develops and leads the strategic direction of the SU ensuring it meets the needs of the diverse membership as well as internal and external stakeholders.

Leading a group of Senior Managers, Professionals and Student staff, the CEO is responsible for spearheading new initiatives across the SU. The CEO is also responsible for ensuring all areas of strategic importance are identified and addressed. This will be done through appropriate consultation and negotiation to challenge high profile issues affecting the membership.

The CEO will support the Students' Union Officers, have oversight of Governance, ensure that the elected leadership of the Cardiff Met Students' Union are the key decision makers and that the organisation policy reflects this.

The CEO will be responsible for enhancing the internal and external reputation of the Students' Union. They will also act as a source of continuity and network extensively within the University, local community and all other stakeholders, forging effective partnerships and utilising best practice.

Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the CEO is accountable for the management, development and longer-term sustainability of the Students' Union and for providing the highest level of support to the elected leadership.

The CEO has direct responsibilities and accountabilities as a result of the organisations charitable status with the Charity Commission and for ensuring compliance with requirements set out in Charity Law. The CEO is also the accountable individual to Cardiff Metropolitan University for Health and Safety and enacting relevant policies which affect the Students' Union in all areas of legal and financial compliance.

Cardiff Met SU is a great place to work and the and we take pride in what we do to contribute to our members whilst they are at Cardiff Met and it is important that our CEO embraces this approach and nurtures it across all parts of our organisation.
 

The Successful Applicant

You will be an inspirational leader and be able to evidence putting people at the heart of everything you do.

You will be financially astute and be able to demonstrate driving commercial revenue within a membership based organisation.

Strategically minded and adaptable to a fast moving higher education sector.

What's on Offer

A base salary in the range of £60,000 - £65,000 per annum,

35 days personal leave entitlement,

Flexible working arrangements,

Excellent benefits package.

Closing date for Applications: Friday 17th December 2021 at 12.00

Where specific UK qualifications are required we will take into account overseas equivalents. All third party applications will be forwarded to Michael Page.

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JOB DESCRIPTION:Finance Manager

MAIN PURPOSE OF POSITION

The overall purpose of the role is to manage the financial operations of the organisation, including setting and monitoring budgets, producing accurate and timely management accounts, processing payments and payroll and providing strategic financial advice where appropriate.

The Finance Manager is a member of the Management team, led by the Executive Team which includes the Finance Manager, General Manager, Head of Production, Associate Director, Head of Marketing and Head of Development. 

For more info and to apply please visit our website and click Join Us (at the bottom of the homepage)

You’ll be responsible for 

Financial planning and decision making:

• To support the Executive Team and Heads of Departments with excellent financial information, analysis and advice to drive decision making.

• To assist the Executive Director in the preparation of annual and long-term financial plans. 

Forecasting, budgeting and accounting

• To assist the Executive Director in the annual budgeting process.

• Prepare and review quarterly management accounts with the Executive Director 

• To prepare Reading Rep Theatre’s end of year accounts, with support from the Executive Director and our external accountants and auditors.

• To lead on cashflow planning and manage the overall cash flow with the Executive Director, ensuring adequate funds are available to settle liabilities as they fall due.

Accounting Records - using Xero

Sales and income processing 

• Raising and processing sales invoices 

• Producing regular debtor reports and issuing statements and emails to customers in respect of overdue debts, following up where necessary 

• Reconciling and processing bar takings and posting bar income  with the support of the General Manager

• Recording and processing fundraising income with the support of the Head of Development

• Recording and producing settlements for visiting companies, accounting for income and contra as per the hire agreement, with the support of the General Manager.

• Recording and reconciling Box Office income for in house productions.

Purchase ledger and expense processing 

• Reviewing and processing supplier invoices following approval by the budget holders

• Making payment of suppliers by specified dates 

• Following up on supplier invoice discrepancies

• Communicating with suppliers to resolve queries 

• Process and log company expense payments

Nominal ledger

• Maintenance of Chart of Accounts (including tracking categories/cost centres)

• Nominal ledger adjustments/journals as required

• Maintenance of Restricted/Unrestricted reserves allocations

Payroll  - using Brightpay payroll software

• Dealing with new starters/leavers/employees on Statutory leave

• Preparing & processing the staff payroll

• Enrolling employees onto the pension scheme. 

• Communicating with staff and pension provider as required.

• Responsible for auto-enrolment pensions compliance

• Preparing and submitting RTI uploads to HMRC

• Maintenance of employee holiday records

• Preparing information for the monthly salaried payroll including information on starters and leavers and gross pay information.

Contract Administration and HR

• Issuing all employment contracts, supported by the Executive Team

• Process all new starters onto the payroll system 

• Track and log contractual compliance prompting any necessary actions

Banking

• Processing all payments and receipts onto the Xero nominal ledger

• Reviewing and processing staff credit card expenses and petty cash expenses

• Processing internal transfers

Tax and compliance:

• To ensure that the Reading Rep Theatre’s obligations are met with regard to VAT, Gift Aid, payroll taxation, employment status with the Executive Director as required.

• To work with the Development department in relation to Gift Aid and VAT issues in the context of sponsorship, membership schemes and fundraising events with the Executive Director as required. 

• To support the Executive Directors relationships with tax authorities and professional advisers. 

Financial systems, processes and controls:

• To ensure that finance processes and systems are fit for purpose in terms of efficiency, effectiveness, business support, reporting and effective controls.

• To act as an authorised signatory and process weekly BACS transfer for Payroll and the Purchase Ledger as required.

Other duties:

• To undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by the Executive Team

• Take an active role in Reading Rep Theatres financial policies to ensure they are robust and fit for purpose.

Person Specification:

Essential

• Thorough knowledge of financial systems, procedures and controls.

• You should hold an appropriate payroll qualification and have at least 2 years payroll processing experience.

• Knowledge of the Charity/not for profit sector 

• Strong HR skills/knowledge and experience 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• Experience of producing reports for Board or management 

• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office Experience of working with a computerised Accounting system (ideally 2 years experience using Xero)

• Experience of producing management & statutory accounts 

• Excellent organisational & administrative skills 

• Proven ability to prioritise a complex workload 

• Proven ability to work as part of a team 

Desirable

• Knowledge of box office systems (Spektrix)

• Knowledge of Theatre Tax Relief

• Knowledge of theatre operations, budgets and processes

Job Summary

Job Title: Finance Manager (Part time/ Freelance/ Job Share) 

Salary: £32- 34k pro rata (per annum) either freelance or employed. 

This engagement is circa £20-21k per annum.

For the right candidate we would consider dividing this role into a job share between a Finance Manager and Finance Assistant.

Hours: 3 days/25 hours per week (part time/ flexible/ remote working).

Start Date: February 2022 (TBA and subject to phased handover with outgoing Finance Manager)

Location: We would actively seek applicants from across the UK  with the necessary skills and experience. 

Reading Rep offices are located at (Reading Rep Theatre, Kings Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 4LY). We would look to set a regular office day/s to ensure some presence in the RRT office.

Responsible to: Founding Artistic Director and Executive Director

Line Manager: Executive Director and Joint CEO
 

We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different skills and stories to join us and influence and develop our working practise. We are particularly keen to hear from people of colour and candidates who self-identify as disabled. Reading Rep Theatre is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and sexual orientation.
 

How To Apply 

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter (of no more than two sides each) demonstrating how your experience, skills and qualities make you the ideal candidate for this role

Please put FINANCE MANAGER in the subject line of your email. Please ensure you send back a completed equal opportunities monitoring form as part of the application.

The deadline for applications is Monday 13th December 2021 at 10am

Interviews TBC 
Should you wish to have an informal conversation about the role please get in touch

For more info and to apply please visit our website and click Join Us (at the bottom of the homepage)

We are Camphill Wakefield, a community land-based charity with a spiritual ethos. We are seeking a new Chief Executive following the retirement of the previous post holder.

Our new Chief Executive will need to be a visionary leader with entrepreneurial flair, focussed on delivering positive outcomes through  the development and delivery of an organisational strategy. The new Chief Executive will be a people-person, instilling the Camphill Wakefield values and culture of the organisation and motivating the team to achieve great results for our students, staff & stakeholders. The Chief Executive will be comfortable leading regulated services, (we operate a SEND College and residential care), with a working knowledge and experience of Ofsted and / or CQC within an education, health and / or social care context. The Camphill campus is a unique community as it is a working Farm and stable and we have a large estate of 34 acres.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

* Clear and inspirational leadership and people management skills.

* Ability to manage organisational change.

* Understanding of regulatory frameworks within the care and education sectors and an interest in environmental farming.

* Outstanding commercial and business development skills to engage new business partners and increase productivity.

* Flair and engagement with supporters and internal and external stakeholders.

* Skills and experience in the implementation of a positive and committed performance culture.

* A solid background and understanding of financial viability and business development.

* The ability to prepare and deliver the strategic plan against agreed financial goals.

* The ability to act as the ambassador for the charity in the care, education, and disability sectors.

The successful candidate will have a sound understanding of the charity sector with a good working knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements, e.g. Safeguarding and Health & Safety. You will show visionary qualities in your management style. A well-developed ability to persuade and influence key stakeholders is essential and you should be able to always demonstrate your empathy, understanding and enthusiasm for the work of Camphill Wakefield.

Temporary accommodation for relocation is available.

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

To be considered for this role you will be required to submit a completed application form which you can download once you have clicked "Apply".

For more information, please contact Tracy Craft in HR

Visits by appointment: 2nd / 3rd December 2021

Closing date for applications: 6th December 2021

First Interview date with Charity: 16th December 2021

Second interview date with Charity: 17th December 2021

Harris Hill is recruiting for a Director of Finance and ICT for this Community Support based Charity in South East London

* Position: Full Time
* Flexible Working: A Minimum of 1 day a week is required in their offices based in South East London
* Salary: c £65,000pa Depending on experience
* Reports to: Chief Executive
* Staff Management: Team of 4, 2 Finance, 1 IT, and 1 Data

Purpose:

* The Director of Finance and ICT contributes to the charity's strategic direction and together with the CEO and Deputy CEO, is responsible for the long-term financial viability of the charity.
* The post holder has leadership and operational responsibility for the provision of all finance and ICT services within the charity and any subsidiaries, and a number of specific areas of compliance and quality assurance including GDPR and insurance.
* The post holder will also work closely with the Director of HR & Workforce Development, Treasurer, and the Finance Sub-Committee of the Board and provide support to the Director of Services and Services team.

KEY TASKS, DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Provide sound financial advice to the Board of Trustees and Finance Committee, the Chief Executive and colleagues on the senior leadership team, acting as the leading interface between management and trustees/directors on financial matters and maintaining regular liaison with charities treasurer.
* Support the Chief Executive in their role as company secretary, preparing the statutory accounts in accordance with the Charity SORP and the Trustees' report, and ensuring Companies House and Charity Commission returns are on time.
* Provide advice on governance and relevant compliance and legal matters, and act as reporting officer.
* Contribute to the charities strategic direction, leading and developing the short and longer term Financial strategy, planning and budgeting processes including development of the annual business plans.
* Ensure strong processes are in place for resource allocation, performance monitoring, cash flow management, invoicing and debt collection.
* Develop the annual corporate budget, in close co-operation with SLT colleagues and others, for review by the Finance Committee, and approval by the Board of Trustees.
* Ensure that we have up to date and appropriate costing models for Business Development, Fundraising and Services teams.
* Lead on our investment strategy and planning, in accordance with our ethical investment policy, liaising with our investment fund management provider.
* Develop the charities ICT strategy ensuring most effective use of technology and manage and develop the charities ICT support team.

Spires is a London based charity that will support anyone who is in a state of need. Our clients have a range of complex needs including homelessness, insecure accommodation, unemployment, mental and physical ill health, addiction and substance abuse. Some are victims of domestic abuse and others imprisoned in sex work with entrenched addictions and chaotic lifestyles.

We are committed to promoting the dignity of individuals by working to restore their self-esteem and relieve their loneliness. We strive to discover the unique qualities of everyone accessing our services in order to meet individual needs.

Our new CEO will lead the implementation of an exciting new strategy that will greatly increase our reach, both geographically and in the number of people we work with.

Role: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Location: South London

Salary:  £50,000 - £55,000

Contract: full time, permanent

Amongst other criteria, the successful candidate will have:

• Knowledge and understanding of the specific needs of people affected by homelessness, substance abuse, domestic violence, or involved in sex work
• Experience of leading an organisation, service or team and coordinating a wide range of people to achieve strategic goals
• Experience of implementing strategic plans, including business planning systems and ensuring good governance and performance
• Experience of building and maintaining successful partnerships with funders and other service delivery organisations
• Well-developed people skills and the ability to create positive relationships with staff, volunteers and service users

If you would like to receive an Information Pack for this role with details on how to apply, please send an expression of interest and (optional but appreciated) a CV or professional profile in confidence to our consultant, Jenny Hills at Harris Hill, via the apply button. For an informal and confidential conversation about this position, please contact Jenny via the apply button with suitable times to chat.

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 29th November 2021.

Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists operates an equal opportunity policy and commits to treating all of our candidates and jobseekers fairly. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.