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This is an exciting time for a dynamic CEO to lead the Chilterns MS Centre into its next chapter. This period of growth and expansion into new services will need the CEO to confidently navigate the Charity into new areas, exercise a broad range of management and leadership skills and crucially to guide and balance growth in income and investment in additional resources.

The Chilterns MS Centre, based near Wendover in Buckinghamshire, is a well established and progressive charity devoted to supporting people affected by Multiple Sclerosis for the past 37 years. The organisation is moving into a new phase, extending support and therapies to a far wider range of neurological conditions including Parkinson’s Disease and Stroke. Utilising the facilities and staff expertise to a wider reach of beneficiaries is a key foundation of the Centre’s strategy to build long term resilience, and boost the positive impact for those affected by the challenges of neurological conditions.

The Centre’s Board of Trustees has governance oversight, and the CEO must manage the interface between the leadership team and the Trustees. A collaborative style coupled with a proactive operational can-do attitude are prerequisites.

Moving into a “multi-condition” organisation, as the Centre’s figurehead, you will be working in co-operation with the leadership team and especially the Head of Fundraising and Head of Integrated Clinical Services promoting the virtues of the Centre to our local and regional communities, businesses and key stakeholders; helping to build long term strategic relationships to secure both operational and income security.

Please see the attached CEO Recruitment Pack for more details of the role and how to apply.

Community Catalysts is a social enterprise set up in 2007. We are a small collective of highly skilled professionals with unrivalled experience in people-led social care and health, who bring our values creativity and passion to everything we do. We see the world differently, celebrating the strength of people and community. We know how to help local people help other local people.

The post reporting to the Director of Business Operations is responsible for budgeting, financial planning and forecasting as well as the day-to-day management of our financial transactions and procedures, our general administration structures and the line management of the admin team. 

You should be experienced in all financial procedures including budgeting, planning, risk management, preparation of management accounts, payroll and day to day processing of financial data.

Our ideal candidate will play a leading role in ensuring financial sustainability, compliance and accurate reporting and will support the Board of Trustees and Senior Leadership Team as they shape strategy and make key business decisions. They will also play a key role in ensuring that we have effective and efficient administration services to support the organisation and evolve these as we grow.

The role will be home based with some working in the Harrogate office.

Closing date for applications is 12th August 2022 at 1.00pm and interviews will take place on 19th August 2022 in Harrogate.

We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community.

Fundraising Manager 

Location: Stafford, ST17 0WT with Hybrid working 

Pay: £28,552.58 – £36,546.91 pa dependant on experience (Manager Band) 

Contract Type: Permanent contract 

Closing Date:  9am, 11th August 2022 

Interviews: Friday 19th August 2022 

In this newly created role our client are seeking an ambitious, ‘hands-on’ fundraising leader who is happy managing a team and also ‘making the ask’ themselves. You will join them at an exciting time of growth and ambition and bring confidence, aptitude and advocacy alongside professional skills and expertise.

The Fundraising Manager is an influential role, with high public visibility. Help them on their journey to reach 30% of land managed for wildlife by 2030 and 1 in 4 people taking action for wildlife in Staffordshire.

About You.  

• You will be a confident manager and leader, with expertise in developing teams  

• You will be a successful fundraiser, confident developing bids and building partnerships.  

• You will have great interpersonal skills and you are a passionate communicator.  

• You are a strategic thinker and can demonstrate tact and patience to achieve your goals

About the Role. 

You will be able to operate in a fast-paced and often complex environment and demonstrate team working skills. You will work closely with project managers and department heads to identify suitable funding opportunities. You will develop and deliver through your team a Major donors strategy and corporate partnerships programme.

You will develop the team, as well as the Major Donors and Corporate programmes, ensuring they have a robust and diverse range of income streams to support their work. 

This role will be crucial in attracting funding into the team, all in support of delivering our 8-year strategy. You will be responsible for the Fundraising team, supporting and ensuring the achievement of the team’s strategic objectives.

Benefits:

• Flexible working 

• 25 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays and additional Christmas days 

• 10% non-contributory pension 

• Employee assistance programme 

• Life Assurance scheme 

• Electric Car and Bike to work salary sacrifice schemes 

About them. 

Our client protects and enhances the wildlife and wild places of Staffordshire and promotes understanding, enjoyment and involvement in the natural world.”

A registered charity established in 1969 they are one of 46 county Wildlife Trusts throughout the UK and are supported by over 18,500 members. 

They own or manages32 nature reserves covering an area of over 1804 hectares. Theirr 160 staff are based in six locations around the county including their Headquarters at Wolseley Bridge, Stafford, with their work divided up into five departments: Resources, Engagement, Activism & Marketing, Conservation Delivery, & Commercial. The Trust has a diverse workforce of including site wardens, wildlife surveyors, community and education officers, catering, retail and administration.

In addition, they have the trading company which looks after the trading side of their business. This includes cafés at The Wolseley Centre and Westport Lake Visitor Centre, charity shops in Leek, Penkridge and Codsall and a retail shop in The Wolseley Centre. They are welcoming. One of the core values of the buisness is that they nurture a culture of equality, inclusivity and diversity. They are welcoming to those underrepresented in their communities and they strive to listen learn and share from each other. 

Job Introduction

At Turning Point, it’s our job to help people find a new direction in life. Through our person-centred approach to support, we’re now one of the country’s leading social care providers, with a turnover of over £130m p/a.

We continue to grow, and we’ve big ambitions to stay on that upward curve. Join us as a Business Development Manager for our Public Health and Substance Misuse Services, and you’ll help us do just that by leading and managing one of our two regional BD teams.

Role Responsibility

In this business-critical role, it will be your job to make sure everything we say and do is relevant, engaging and original – ensuring that our excellent track record of service delivery is noticed by Local Authority Commissioners.

An experienced Business Development professional with a track record of leading winning bids, you will be responsible for both contract retention and winning new business in your region. You will work in partnership with operational colleagues and other senior stakeholders to co-produce service models, budgets and partnerships for tenders, as well as managing all aspects of the tender process, including quality assurance of written responses.

Role Responsibilities:

• Lead on service models, budgets and partnerships for bids;
• Quality assurance of written responses for tender submissions;
• Bid Pipeline planning/preparation/account management;
• Bid leadership and management;
• Continuous improvement of business development processes;
• Line management of regional business development team (4 people).

The Ideal Candidate

You will have: effective communication skills (both oral and written); excellent critical thinking skills; great interpersonal skills; good attention to detail; previous experience of line management; and an organised/methodical mind. Experience of managing bids/tenders in the health/social care sector also a must.

• Excellent business writing skills;
• Effective project management;
• Ability to remain calm and deliver under pressure to tight deadlines
• Good problems solving and critical thinking skills;
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a business development role that has involved bid/tender writing/management;
• Demonstrable track record of significant contributions to winning bids, either in own right or as part of a wider team.

We are flexible in where and how you work. The whole Business Development team have successfully worked from home during the pandemic, and are based in different areas of the country.  We have regional offices in Manchester and London, with staff living locally to these adopting a flexible/hybrid approach to office/home working. Other members of the team are entirely home based, travelling only when needing to do so for face-to-face meetings.

About us

Why Turning Point?

As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.

We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.

What Benefits Will I Receive?

We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career – we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes:

• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future – we’re proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People. Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
• 33 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 35 days. Plus the option to buy or sell additional holidays and spread the cost
• An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further – including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. You’ll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings!
• Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance
• Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
• Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service – free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
• A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more – all free to you and your immediate family
• Recognition awards to recognise colleagues’ inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
• Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
• A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us!

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive sufficient applicants before the advertised closed date.

Charity People are delighted to be working exclusively with Bowel Cancer UK in their search for an experienced Strategic Partnerships Manager to lead on the account management of their successful #GetOnARoll campaign and secure new strategic partnerships that will further Bowel Cancer UK's goals.

About Bowel Cancer UK

Bowel Cancer UK is the UK's leading bowel cancer charity. We are determined to save lives and improve the quality of life of everyone affected by bowel cancer. We support and fund targeted research, provide expert information and support to patients and their families, educate the public and professionals about the disease and campaign for early diagnosis and access to best treatment and care.

Right now, almost half of adults in the UK can't name a single symptom of bowel cancer, despite it being the fourth most common cancer. Knowing the symptoms, and acting on them, means that bowel cancer can be diagnosed earlier when it is more treatable and curable. But fewer than 40% of people are diagnosed at the earliest stages. This campaign, and the partnerships we're building, can and will change this and ultimately save more lives.

Benefits & Culture

* Homebased role with access to their Office Hub in London
* Full time (flexible working fully supported)
* Salary £35K (plus £2k London Weighting where applicable)
* Benefits including Group Pension Scheme (4% employer contribution)
* Annual leave, 25 days plus 8 Bank Holidays and 3 discretionary days between Christmas and New Year
* Reporting to Head of Partnerships & Philanthropy

About the role

Following the highly successful launch of our #GetOnARoll campaign to raise awareness of bowel cancer signs and symptoms, we're looking for an outstanding Strategic Partnerships Manager to join our collaborative and committed Partnerships and Philanthropy team.

This is a truly unique and exciting opportunity for someone to manage and grow our strategic partnerships, including working with nearly all of the UK's leading supermarkets and several key FMCG household consumer brands.

Working alongside the Head of Partnerships and Philanthropy you will create and deliver an inspiring stewardship journey for all #GetOnARoll partners. You will also collaborate across the charity and our networks to develop a pipeline of long-term strategic partnerships that align with the overarching fundraising priorities of the charity.

You will lead on partnership renewal negotiations to retain and grow our partnerships, and develop compelling bids, proposals, and pitches that will secure significant funding partnerships.

About you

We are looking for an experienced strategic partnerships manager with a proven track record of working in a target driven and relationship-led fundraising environment.

You will enjoy working in a fast-paced team, be good at spotting and developing partnership opportunities, and be able to think creatively about commercial proposals. You will be keen to build relationships with a diverse range of corporates who are inspired to support Bowel Cancer UK's unique work.

You will be a lateral thinker, creative and entrepreneurial by nature with strong business acumen and understand the motivations of potential funders and partners.

We are looking for a confident and persuasive fundraiser with strong project management skills, the ability to influence, and who is a brilliant relationship-builder. Someone who is truly motivated by the cause and who wants to take their partnerships to the next level.

If you would like to work with a collaborative and supportive team and have the necessary drive and experience, we would love to hear from you.

To apply please send your CV to Sharon Cooper at Charity People [email protected] We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as interviews are happening on a rolling basis.

If your profile fits with what we're looking for, we'll be in touch with lots more details and to arrange a phone or video call.

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

We are recruiting a new Business Development Manager to join our team. They will be responsible for the sustainable growth our Green Economies and Infrastructure and Governance and Inclusive Services Portfolios working closely with technical portfolio leads.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Business Development – Portfolio Management

• Be the BD Lead on specific technical portfolios, acting as liaison between the BDT and the technical team to proactively identify, track and win work in that technical area.
• Maintain accurate reporting of all sales activity.
• Manage a pipeline of opportunities.
• Attend donor market meetings (e.g. Early Market Engagement meetings) for relevant bids, engage in donor consultation and network with others as appropriate.
• Convene decision makers to make swift and informed decision whether to bid or not.
• Lead on pre-positioning work to identify partners, team members and develop our approach (in collaboration with other colleagues) for new opportunities.
• Negotiate consortium role on bids and develop teaming agreement to reflect that.
• Lead on our response (with input from relevant colleagues) to direct approaches from clients to provide consultancy and research services.
• Regularly meet existing partners/clients to develop and maintain relationships and to proactively identify opportunities for further joint working.
• Develop relationships with potential new partners and clients.
• Play an active role in building and maintaining relationships with Senior Associates and network consultants.
• Own and develop marketing materials that showcase portfolio work.

Bid Production

• Lead on and be responsible for technical and commercial proposal development (including budget), working closely with colleagues from our technical, project management and finance teams. For large bids, the technical and commercial roles may be performed by two people, though the technical lead will retain responsibility for the whole process.
• Produce job descriptions/terms of reference for specific roles on new Programmes.
• Use company resources and networks as well as own contacts to identify and contract consultants.
• Agree and document all agreed terms in-line with BD process.
• Ensure compliance requirements for each bid are in place, eg data protection, due diligence etc.
• Capture and share learning from tenders under his/her responsibility.
• Review contract’s for work won against the contract checklist
• Own handover to programmes  for seamless mobilization.

Communications

• Contribute to external communications (e.g. writing material for website and social media, playing a role in events coordination and management).
• Contribute to internal action to strengthen SDDirect as an organisation through participation in meetings, working groups and other fora.

System and Process 

• Support the continuously improvement of BDT performance.
• Actively participate in development of the BDT annual workplan and objectives, taking a lead on agreed sections.
• Actively contribute to the development of BDT systems and processes, proactively improving them where necessary.
• Record own time as required on Kimble, SDDirect’s time management system.

The job of a Save the Children UK's Business Development Manager is high profile and rewarding.

• Are you excited by the opportunity to work some of the largest and most complex funding opportunities within the charities sector?
• Do you have a strong track record in securing large and/or complex tenders or grants for FCDO, World Bank or other major bilateral or multi-lateral donors?
• Are you experienced in negotiating business and management arrangements for bids with partner organisations?
• Are you motivated by our vision of creating a world where every child doesn't just survive, but thrives, and can go on to change the world?

If the answers to these questions are yes, we would love to hear from you!

Note:

To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately once avacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications.

About Us

Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave. We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach, 

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Green Climate Fund Team Lead, Business Development, you will be responsible for developing and gaining funder approval for the high-priority and complex Green Climate Fund project designs. This will enable Save the Children UK to secure $150M in long-term climate change funding which will deliver impact at scale for children.

Other key duties will include providing leadership on our largest/most complex/strategically important proposals, with a particular focus on the Green Climate Fund; leading bid teams comprising technical, operational and finance experts to ensure high quality design underpinned by robust commercial strategy and managing concurrent large proposals at different stages of development. The Senior Business Development Manager will act as a lead for these complex proposals.

As a rights-based organisation, we are committed to anti-racism and actively opposed systemic oppression of any form. You will also support our commitment to celebrate diversity, challenge inequality, and build an inclusive environment for every one of our employees so we can better represent the children we protect.

Main Accountabilities

 The Business Development Manager's key duties will be to:

• Work in close collaboration with the Green Climate Fund Multi-Disciplinary Matrix Team Lead, manage complex, multi-million-pound GCF proposals
• Lead the project design process in conjunction with the relevant technical advisors
• Lead the bid/commercial strategy and budgeting process, including development of Finance Committee Approval papers
• Support Country Offices through the complex Green Climate Fund design processes ensuring compliant proposals
• Ensure effective Go/No-Go decision-making processes are followed through the Bid Development cycle
• Lead and respond to queries from the Go/No Go (senior management approval) process, and ensure the opportunity is correctly recorded on the Award Management System (AMS)
• Conduct financial modelling/cashflow forecasts and develop finance papers for Board approval and conduct and present financial risk assessments
• Lead the design process for multiple Green Climate Fund proposals
• Manage requests from the Partnership Development team, Business Programmes Hub and Partnerships and Philanthropy to ensure they are supported to pitch for co-financing for the Green Climate Fund projects from their relevant partners and funders
• To carry out the responsibilities of the role in a way which reflects Save the Children's commitment to safeguarding children in accordance with the Child Safeguarding Policy
• A commitment to Save the Children's vision, mission, values and approach

Person Profile

You must have knowledge and skills in all of the following:

• Track record in securing large and/or complex tenders or grants, for FCDO, World Bank or other major bilateral or multi-lateral funders.
• Track record of developing complex consortium and/or multi-country proposals
• Experience of dealing with complex internal stakeholder management and/or consortium development and management.
• Experienced in negotiating business and management arrangements for bids with partner organisations.
• Track record in leading the commercial strategy for major opportunities and overseeing the budget development process (grants and commercial budgets), ensuring compliance with an organisation's internal finance policies and client requirements.
• Understanding of key technical areas, relevant to SCUK's work such as climate, health, education, child protection, gender, livelihoods or resilience.
• Extensive understanding of funder procurement and management processes.
• Strong understanding of the principles of value for money in programme planning

Aptitude

• A demonstrable commitment to the principles of diversity and inclusion and their practical application and integration in the work environment
• A commitment to Save the Children UK's aims and core values of accountability, ambition, collaboration, creativity, and integrity

Save the Children UK is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work both external and internal. We strive to be an inclusive employer and particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people who are LGBT+, from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions, and from less advantaged socioeconomic backgrounds.

Remote Working:

The majority of SCUK employees are currently working remotely within the UK in line with UK Government guidance. Commencing July 2021 we will transition to flexible and hybrid ways of working (i.e. a mixture of remote/home and office-based working) as social distancing restrictions ease.

We are happy to discuss flexible working options at interview.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: 

Save the Children UK is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work both external and internal. We strive to be an inclusive employer and particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people who are LGBT+, from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions, and from less advantaged socioeconomic backgrounds. 

To see our full statement please visit our website. 

Company pension and benefits

Rinova Ltd is an established and successful Employee-owned company, with headquarters in central London and a branch in Malaga, Spain. Rinova is a key deliverer in both UK and EU funded provision, and we have recently been commissioned under the Mayor’s ESF Academies Programme, to set up both the Creative and Hospitality Academies. This role is an opportunity to join an innovative, fast-growing company that offers the right applicant the chance to develop their career aspirations. Initially working predominantly on the Academies programmes, for the right candidate and in the longer term, there will be an opportunity to become involved in a range of projects across the company, with the option for international travel.

About the job

Rinova Ltd are currently seeking an experienced Employability & Training Manager used to working with young people and adults entering or re-entering the world of work. The successful candidate will be committed to helping people achieve their potential to assist with the delivery of our portfolio of London-based projects, covering:1-1 advice and guidance and group work, practical training and all aspects of employability support. In addition, we provide upskilling for those already in employment to improve their prospects. We need a committed, enthusiastic, and positive individual to join our fantastic team of professionals - empathy, great communication skills and a passion for helping people achieve their potential are must-haves. The successful candidate will also take on line management of the employment adviser and skills trainer, project manage the employability projects and some Learning and Development responsibilities; assisting with the design and delivery of commercial training materials. We are also seeking candidates who have experience in identifying new streams of income and contribute to writing funding applications for future projects.

Familiarity with the delivery of funded provision is essential especially. Several of our current projects are aimed at the hospitality sector and some knowledge of the sector could also be an advantage. The ability to collaboratively design and deliver inspiring, engaging and tailored sessions, covering a range of transferable and employability skills provision is essential. The role will be offered on a full-time basis mainly working across London boroughs and travel within London, with the opportunity to work remotely on occasions.

About us

Rinova Ltd is an employee-owned company and a social enterprise operating in the fields of social, economic and cultural development. We specialise in the design and delivery of projects in employment, learning and skills, enterprise, arts and culture and regeneration - in London and internationally. Whilst this role is focused on our UK delivery, there may be opportunities to be involved in our international work and in European travel. Our work includes project development, project management, research, evaluation, funding development, training and capacity building. The client is at the heart of everything we do; our success depends upon partnership working and forging positive and productive relationships with our partners and stakeholders.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who has experience in the education/training sector and wants to progress to a more managerial role, loves supporting individuals find work and wants to be part of an organisation which changes lives for the better.

Please apply with your CV and a supporting statement, which should address all points on the person specification. Applications without the required documents will not be considered for shortlisting.

Previous applicants need not apply

Job description

IAG Delivery and line management

• To be accountable for achieving agreed outcomes, outputs and personal targets – including recruitment, employability training and learner progression targets
• To manage a caseload of participants requiring Information, Advice & Guidance (IAG) and confidence building
• Completing appropriate action plans and reviews with participants
• To act as the single point of contact for small caseload of participants
• To complete all ESF paperwork for client in your caseload, ensuring that accurate records are kept 
• To identify suitable referral partners i.e. Job centre, training providers from which to recruit job seekers and course participants
• To line manage the Employment adviser, offering suitable 1-1 reviews of work and conducting supervision and caseload management
• To communicate with stakeholders, clients and team members, keeping them informed of changes in delivery or action plans

Development of training materials and delivery

• To develop workshop training materials that support delivery of the outcomes
• To ensure that accurate records are kept for all training events and workshops, with appropriate attendance sheets signed and stored
• To develop training materials to support the delivery of our UK /EU Projects
• To adapt and contextualise' training materials and deliver course content for commercial courses
• To use available networks to recruit course participants from appropriate organisations
• To liaise with stakeholders and partners to develop effective referral mechanisms and future possible collaborations

Project management, partnership building and funding

• To work directly with the Senior Training Manager, to support in the management of Rinovas Employability and Skills' programme, compiling reports and attending meetings as required
• Ensuring that all paperwork is completed to the required standard and submitted to compliance team in a timely manner
• To monitor project progress towards targets – to identify problems and ensure they are appropriately resolved
• To communicate with stakeholders and team members, keeping them informed of changes in delivery or targets
• To ensure that the right channels are used for storing confidential client and project paperwork i.e. Sharepoint and Teamwork
• To research and develop suitable referral routes and explore new partnership opportunities for current and future projects
• To play an active role in the identification of suitable funding streams and development of funding applications to support continuing and future projects 
• To effectively plan projects and improve project delivery by implementing guidelines, procedures and templates to collect and maintain consistent data.

Person Specification (skills knowledge and experience required)

Please address all points in your supporting statement and give examples

• Experience of working with adults returning to work or those in employment, needing to upskill
• Experience of working with NEET young people or those considered hard to reach or retain.
• Excellent IT skills and ability to produce professional presentations and training materials
• Technically competent with various software programs, including but not limited to Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), 
• Ability to work to tight deadline and targets
• Experience as a team leader or line managing IAG staff
• Ability to write detailed and accurate reports and evaluations
• Able to create engaging and motivating training materials
• High standard of organisation, written and oral communications skills
• Good understanding of the social and educational issues relating to a multi-cultural cohort and how this relates to job seekers
• Experience of developing networks in support of organisational goals
• Able to prioritise a diverse workload working to strict deadlines, pre-empt upcoming issues, and solve problems
• The successful candidate must be willing to work outside normal working hours on occasions and travel within London Boroughs to deliver at satellite locations
• Qualification in Advice and Guidance min level 3/4

• A Learning and Education training qualification min L3 (Previously PTLLS), would be advantageous
• A good understanding of Prince2 or APM PFQ (Project Fundamentals) methodology and Project Management principles would be advantageous
• Experience of successful bid writing /fundraising activity– please give any examples
• Existing networks which can be utilised to enable you to meet your targets in relation to recruitments and progression routes

Sutton Coldfield Town Hall dates back to 1865 but in more recent history Sutton Coldfield Arts and Recreational Trust run the building as a Trust, employing a small team of passionate event and theatre professionals to manage the day-to-day running of the venue.  Sutton Coldfield Town Hall now regularly plays host to a vast spectrum of events. From household name comedy shows and theatrical productions, to weddings and birthdays, to Town Council meetings and much, much more and still possesses an unequivocal air of romance and majesty.

The Creative & Business Development Manager is responsible for:

This position will create and deliver an interactive Creative Strategy and Programme which enhances the venue’s arts sector profile and includes a wide-range of arts/performance/cultural activities and local-to-national productions which engage all parts of our local communities as well as forge partnerships with other creative organizations to mutual benefit. In tandem, the Creative and Business Development Manager will lead on marketing and promotions (which complements the creative purpose) and in total will generate a positive creative reputation for the Town Hall venue.

• The development and delivery of a Creative Strategy and Programme by commissioning arts/performance/cultural events, activities and productions from local-to-national sources
• The Programme should fulfil the venue’s strategic ambitions; monitor and review the artistic programme and event content for quality, value for money and profit margins; explore new and innovative features which strengthen and extend the venue’s creative ambitions
• The Programme should incorporate inclusive Arts Community Engagement which offers day/evening/weekend activities to engage all parts of the local communities especially in terms of diversity, equalities and inclusion
• Exploring potential creative partnerships for the Town Hall venue with other creative organisations i.e. planning and delivery of joint productions; touring national/regional productions; “locally-grown” talent and productions to showcase at the Town Hall venue; bespoke partnerships with the Arts Council and wider arts sector organisations
• Business development, attending arts/business networking events to promote the Town Hall offers; such as Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce, Greater Birmingham & Solihull Local Enterprise Partnership, Sutton Coldfield Town Centre Regeneration Partnership, Town Centre BID etc.
• Developing a Marketing Plan which includes general positive PR, press releases, social media, website updates and creation of promotional material such as devising a quarterly Town Hall “What’s On” booklet which also encourages involvement/donations/sponsors 
• Pursuit of grant funding opportunities
• Being first point for contact for high level external enquiries (outside remit of Box Office/sales team);
• In liaison with the Chair and Trustees, develop and sustain external relationships with key bodies such as The Arts Council, commercial arts venues/providers across the West Midlands and arts/performance networks and venues across Birmingham
• Such occasional duties which are commensurate with the Creative & Business Development

Note: Some evening and weekend working is required

SENIOR EDUCATION ADVISOR

Salary: £36,994 - £41,346 per annum + good range of benefits

Contract: Permanent – 36.5 hours per week

Based: Flexible working. Milton Keynes office / London office or hybrid working

World Vision works with the most vulnerable children, so they’re empowered to overcome poverty and injustice, and experience fullness of life. Inspired by our Christian faith, we serve alongside children – of all faiths and none – through long-term development projects, emergency responses and advocacy in almost 100 countries.

With over 70 years of experience, our work with communities, donors, partners, and governments transforms lives and creates opportunities for better futures for vulnerable children – even in the toughest places.

Work for World Vision UK and you will be part of a truly global Partnership, building brighter futures for vulnerable children.

Job Purpose

This is an exciting and newly created role within World Vision UK.

The role will work with colleagues in the UK and around the world,  and engage with partner organisations to development new projects in humanitarian, fragile and developing contexts. Providing high-quality educational technical support for the design of projects, and the related development of funding proposal, primarily grant proposals and commercial contract bids.

The role will also provide educational technical support to existing long and shorter-term education projects, including providing advice, reviewing of progress and travelling internationally to undertake project monitoring visits.

Proactively sharing evidence and learning from our educational projects, with peer organisations, donors, and across the wider World Vision partnership will also be a critical part of the role. This may include taking part in inter-agency groups, webinars, events, and conferences.

There will be opportunities to work with colleagues in the wider global World Vision partnership, as a member of the World Vision Education Network, to input into thinking on approaches and project models and share and gain new learning.

Utilising programmatic evidence and learning to contribute towards shaping of World Vision UK policy and advocacy positions on Education, will also be part of the role.

The key requirements of the role are

• Degree or post-graduate qualification in Education, or the equivalent.
• Experience of working in the education sector in developing or fragile or humanitarian contexts.
• Knowledge of gender, disability & social inclusion, safeguarding and child rights within formal or informal education, in developing, fragile or humanitarian contexts. With an appetite for continuous learning and improvement.
• Track record of providing quality Education technical support to projects and programmes, including project design and proposal writing.
• Ability to work well with teams in other countries and colleagues in other organisations.
• A self-starter, starter-finisher, able to deliver core work within deadlines, with strong prioritisation abilities.

As an active Christian, this role offers you the opportunity to integrate your Christian faith and be sensitive to its various expressions across cultures and denominations.

In addition to the salary offered, we offer good benefits including pension, generous holiday entitlement and free parking (MK only).

Please upload your CV of full employment history explaining any gaps of employment and reasons for leaving your previous employer. This must be accompanied with a covering letter stating how you meet the essential criteria given in the Job Description.

**Please note that you MUST have the Right to work in the UK documentation as unfortunately this role is not sponsored and your application cannot be considered any further without it**

Closing Date for applications: 12 September 2022

Interview Dates: Week commencing 19 September 2022

Universal acceptance for everyone, everywhere is at the heart of our Christian organisation. We promote diversity of thought, culture and background, which connects the entire World Vision family.  As such, World Vision is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in our workforce. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented sections of the community. World Vision UK also operates flexible working policies and practices.

As a child focused organisation, World Vision UK is committed to the safeguarding of children, therefore any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of applicable background checks, including a criminal records check.

World Vision UK is a registered organisation operating the Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS) and we shall check with your previous employers about your behaviour and conduct. We will be requesting they complete a form known as a Statement of Conduct. For more information see our website.

By submitting your application, you understand and accept that World Vision UK will process the data you provide for the purposes of your application and in accordance with the World Vision UK - Job Applicant Privacy Notice.

No agencies please.

Company Description

We are a global team of experts and innovators tackling some of the world’s most pressing health challenges. We work with leaders and change makers around the globe to bring health strategies to life. We provide ideas, advice and technical know-how that enable our partners to build a path to lasting change.

With 30 years’ experience in global health, we collaborate with our partners to explore existing evidence, combine expertise, scale up ideas and co-create solutions that accelerate change. This includes collaborating on policy design, managing initiatives, building powerful coalitions and galvanising social movements. Our impact is felt across whole communities, with a focus on women, girls and those who have been marginalised.

As part of MSI Reproductive Choices, all our profits go back into supporting MSI’s own mission of children by choice, not chance.

We believe in a world where everyone can access the high-quality health services they need, without financial burden.

Position

The ADoP has delegated oversight of programmes within the portfolio and line manages Team Leaders. The ADoP also oversees the Programmes’ Resource Unit (PRU) with line management of Head of PRU. The ADoP works with the New Business and Partnerships Team, Technical Department, Management Services and Country Representatives in Tier 1 countries to ensure high quality programme delivery and growth across the company. The ADoP is part of the Programmes Department Senior Management Team responsible for high quality delivery of Options portfolio, with cross-departmental responsibilities.

Requirements

• Significant and proven work experience in the development sector at a senior level
• Extensive experience of delivery health and social development programmes within low-middle income countries
• Experience of overseeing the delivery of large, complex programmes, supporting senior leaders to deliver against agreed contracts
• Strong commercial acumen and budgeting skills
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills
• Excellent line manager motivating and supporting teams to deliver

Benefits

Options offers a comprehensive benefits package including generous annual leave allowance.

Application Process

• Closing date for applications is: 31 August 2022. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, candidates are encouraged to apply early.
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.
• Please note that this role will be subject to full pre-employment background checks including criminal record check, identification check, employment references and right to work verification (where appropriate).

Other Information

• As an equal opportunity employer, Options Consultancy Services is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage or civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified candidates from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Options Consultancy Services.
• Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment.
• We seek people who are pro-choice, promote diversity and inclusion, are energetic and enthusiastic about Options’ vision.
• Applicants must have the right to work in their chosen country of employment; the UK, Kenya or Nigeria.

BWCE is working to put people at the heart of the energy transition, placing ownership and control of energy in the hands of consumers via clean energy projects that actively involve and benefit local communities.

Through programme and strategic partnership development, securing funding, business planning, policy and regulatory advocacy and understanding of key audiences, this new post will play a major role in helping us to link energy supply and demand more effectively at a community level and scale our impact on carbon reduction and fuel poverty.

The successful candidate will have at least 7 years’ experience of working in the renewable energy and/or energy efficiency sector, with a track record of project development and successful funding bids. 

National Energy Action is looking for a Director of Homes who will lead the charity’s work to improve the lives of people in fuel poverty through improvements to building fabric and heating systems. It will strengthen NEA’s expertise and authority in this space across our activities.

The long-term solution to fuel poverty is for homes to be more energy efficient and more affordable to heat.  As National Energy Action’s Director of Homes, you will be at the heart of this vital transformation.  You will be part of our senior leadership team.  You will be responsible for our practical projects to improve the homes of people in fuel poverty; and you will bring expertise to critical debates on retrofit, decarbonisation and affordable warmth. 

This is a great time to join a passionate, committed and expert team.  If you think that everyone should be able to afford to keep their homes warm and safe; if you have the experience to drive our work in these areas, if you want to change for the better how people live their lives – we would love to hear from you.

This is a full time, permanent post with a flexible location in the UK.  The successful candidate will be part of the Senior Management Team, along with 3 other Directors, the Deputy Chief Executive and the Chief Executive. 

Candidates should have a demonstrable and evidenced track record of directing major programmes with complex funding arrangements, securing contracts through commercially-tendered bids, commissioning or procurement by private and public bodies.

The job description provides a list of the duties of the post and the person specification provides the list of essential and desirable criteria.

Our staff continue to work remotely on a temporary basis.  Post-holders must be resident within the UK, and be able to prove their Right to Work in the UK.  Post holders must also be willing to travel throughout the UK, including overnight stays as appropriate.

Interviews will take place on 7 and 8 September 2022, these could be in person or virtually.  Please indicate in your application if you will be available on these dates should you be selected for interview. Candidates are not expected to be present for the full two days.

Evolve is looking for an experienced professional with proven ability to manage a small team of professional staff, engage positively with a wide range of stakeholders, attract funds, and generate income through fundraising.

The Director will lead the team to provide the necessary vision, leadership, and fundraising skills which will enable the organisation to achieve its strategic and operational plans and meet fundraising targets.