Our Birmingham, UK Humanitarian Academy for Development (HAD) Office is actively recruiting for the position of Learning & Development Business Partner (Programme Learning Lead). Serving the Humanitarian and International Development Sector and its parent Islamic Relief Worldwide.

The purpose of the role ensures learning needs are identified and matched with appropriate, relevant and cost-effective solutions to ensure staff have the knowledge and skills to perform effectively in their current and future roles through well-designed learning programmes and talent management processes contributing to the development of quality programming.

The successful candidate must have:

1. Knowledge and experience of the principles and methods for training design, practical instruction and facilitation of both small and large groups and the evaluation of learning interventions
2. Extensive experience of delivering training courses across a range of topics
3. Proven understanding of how people learn and the barriers to people’s learning
4. Demonstrable ability to deliver excellent quality, engaging presentations and interactive training
5. Experience of successfully developing and running substantial learning interventions (both face to face and in electronic format) and sessions that are proven to be effective
6. Fluency in spoken and written English to the standard necessary to be able to deliver credible training to an excellent standard
7. Proven experience of managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines, and using judgment and initiative in problem resolution
8. Excellent levels of computer literacy in office software, together with an ability to learn new applications quickly
9. Experience of programme management within humanitarian and development sector
10. Understanding of humanitarian standards such as CHS, SPHERE, etc.
11. Knowledge and experience of training required at a field office level
12. Must be very familiar with the working culture of various countries where HAD will potentially work
13. Proven record of excellent people and interpersonal skills with strong communication skills at individual and group levels
14. Understanding and experience in facilitating learning amongst different cultures

Islamic Relief promotes equality and meritocracy, and seeks individuals who are sympathetic to the IR values of; Sincerity, Excellence, Compassion, Social Justice and Custodianship together with our policy standards on Anti-Bribery, Child Protection and Code of Conduct. If you would like to be a part of an organisation striving to make a difference in the world and are looking for a meaningful career, we will be glad to hear from you.

Please Note: Interviews are expected to take place on an ongoing basis and the vacancy will close as soon as a suitable candidate has been found.  

Pre-employment Checks:

Any employment with Islamic Relief will be subject to the following checks:

• screening clearance
• proof of eligibility to live and work within the UK
• criminal records check
• receipt of satisfactory references

For UK based roles, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to progress applications which would require sponsorship.

IRW is an equal opportunities employer

Our values and commitment to safeguarding

IRW is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom IRW engages. IRW expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records checks. IRW also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.

In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.

By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Applicants should be sympathetic to the values of Islamic Relief:

(Sincerity, Excellence, Compassion, Social Justice and Custodianship)

Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer

In recent years OTR has seen a significant increase in demand for our youth mental health services and we now reach over 13,000 young people each year. We have widened our impact even further by expanding our services into North Somerset and developing our work within schools.  To support our growth, we are seeking an exceptional individual to join OTR’s new and developing Senior Leadership Team to provide financial leadership.

You will ensure that our finance operation is efficient and effective. Among other things, you will lead OTR’s financial planning, strengthen our financial processes and provide timely and accurate financial reports. You will also have accountability for our HR and Facilities functions and oversight of two income channels - Trade and Grants.  In addition, as part of our Senior Leadership Team, you will shape our strategic direction and ensure that we continue to provide an outstanding offer for young people.

We are looking for an individual with extensive experience in finance who has operated at a senior level. The successful candidate will be a flexible and meticulous individual who is able to present complex information to a range of audiences and lead multiple functions. Equally important is a strong personal interest in and commitment to the mental health of young people.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a team that reflects the diversity of the people we work with.

Please download the job pack for more information

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a pro-active and tenacious person to join our friendly and purposeful team. 

The Community Business Manager will play a key role in HMHC's Senior Leadership Team, working collaboratively to deliver the organisation's strategic development plan, generate earned income and develop beneficial partnerships. 

The Community Business Manager will lead on managing, developing and scaling our food and community development offer and services, including Gorton Central, Community Grocer projects and the Cafe & training kitchen at No 93 Church Lane, Harpurhey.

The Community Business Manager will report to the Chief Executive Officer.

Salary: £30,750 per annum

Location: Based at Gorton Central, Gorton Community Centre, Manchester, M18 8PE with travel to No 93 Church Lane, Harpurhey, Manchester, M9 5BG.

Position type: Fixed term until 31st October 2022. 

Working hours: 37.5 hours over (5 days) Monday – Friday.

Other details: 

• 5% employer pension. 
• 25 days holiday plus 8 statutory bank holidays rising 1 day per year to a maximum of 30 days.
• Plus 1 leave day for employee birthday and 1 wellbeing day accompanied by £100 wellbeing budget. 
• Sick-pay is 4-weeks full pay, 4-weeks half-pay followed by statutory sick pay (subject to satisfactory probation period). 

Equal Opportunities: 

HMHC strives to be an equal opportunities employer and celebrates diversity. We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQIA and from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds.

Healthy Me Healthy Communities is a not-for-profit social enterprise founded in 2012 making a positive difference to people’s health, lives and local communities. HMHC operates on the principles of coproduction, bringing together a range of partners, resources and assets for achieving positive outcomes in neighbourhoods across Manchester. At the heart of our work is involving people who benefit from our work, believing everyone has the skills and capacity for improving their own, families and communities’ outcomes. 

HMHCs’ Strategic Vision is: 

“Enabling people to improve their own and communities’ life expectancy and quality of life by reducing health and life inequalities, resulting in health and social-care savings” 

So “everyone enjoying a long, healthy and happy life.” 

Senior Financial Analyst

£51,500

Hybrid Working (80% Home Working)

Office in South London

Reporting into the Director of FP&A

A large organisation is seeking a Finance Analyst to join its capital Investment & asset disposal division.

This organisation has grown over the past 5yrs and has the funding in place to expand its assets further.

Experience of working within an organisation with property assets would be hugely beneficial.

Key Responsibility:

Leading the financial analyst of the organisations, investment and disposal decisions, this role is pivotal to our capital allocation decisions.

In leading the analysis of our development and sales programmes in totality, this role is fundamental to risk decisions around the scale and scope of our development strategy as well as informing treasury decisions on liquidity and financial risk management.

Be part of the team which leads the financial review of all new real estate investment opportunities, totalling some £300m annually across some 20 individual schemes. Appraise financial risks and returns for each, making constructive proposals on accounting, tax, economic and commercial terms to improve scheme performance. Give an opinion of accuracy before they are submitted to the relevant sign-off committee or other approving body.

The client is looking for a Qualified Accountant with an Analytical frame of mind and experience of manipulating a large amount of data.

Experience from the property sector would be beneficial.

Experience from an organisation with a portfolio of assets would be hugely beneficial.

£51,500 Salary

80% Home working

Anthropocene Fixed Income Institute (AFII) are partnering exclusively with Robertson Bell to recruit a Head of Operations and Finance on a permanent, full-time basis. Launched in 2020, AFII is a global non-profit organisation with the aim to empower fixed income markets to drive global climate transition at speed and scale.

AFII are now seeking an excellent Head of Operations and Finance who will report to the Executive Director and be responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the organisation by providing leadership in all operational and financial matters including HR, IT, and Risk management.

The key responsibilities will be:

• All financial matters, including budget development, planning & reporting; managing the accounts, payroll and financial reporting of project funded activities and grant programmes
• Financial management and strategy - taking a leadership role in the financial strategy, including medium to long term financial planning and risk management
• Providing financial data for business plan and major grants applications
• Oversee overall financial management, planning, systems and controls
• Management of budget in coordination with the Chief Executive and Executive Director
• Prepare draft audit accounts and be a liaison with the externally appointed auditor
• Establish/oversee policies and procedures by which AFII’s efficiency and effectiveness can be evaluated
• Play a significant role in long-term planning towards operational excellence
• Ensuring that business operations are efficient and effective and that the management of resources and budgets is properly conducted
• Ensure we have an excellent HR function with policies and practice that meet the needs of the organisation and promote AFII culture
• Ensure we have the best affordable IT infrastructure and resources
• Contribute to the review and update of the Risk Register
• Ensure compliance with statutory and other regulations where appropriate 
• Managing the interface and contract management of various outsourced providers (IT, Legal, HR, Finance etc)

The organisation:

The AFII strategy is three-fold: (1) “Initiate Movement” by creating cutting edge, intellectually robust ideas and research on how to shift fixed income markets to support climate change; (2) “Accelerate Movement” by converting ideas into practical solutions for investors to make better decision when investing in climate change; (3) “Generate volume” of fixed income capital flows to climate friendly investments through targeted communications, advocacy and outreach.

The organisation is entering into an exciting new phase of development and growth since its launch in 2020. Striving for operational excellence will be key to achieving AFII’s growth potential and impact. 

Essential requirements:

• The successful candidate will have a full CCAB qualification and proven experience operating at a senior level
• Demonstrable experience in setting up new operational systems and processes, with the ability to plan strategically for future growth
• Experience working in a start-up is highly desirable
• Candidates must have excellent communication skills and be able to take leadership in all areas of responsibility
• Candidates must have a can-do attitude, with the ability to identify and implement operational needs in an organisation
• Please note knowledge of charity SORP is essential in order to be considered for this role

This role can also be offered on a part-time basis.

AFII’s head office is based in central London, however substantial home working can be considered.

The closing date for applications is 20th October 2021. Applications will be under constant review before the closing date so please submit your application to our retained search agent Robertson Bell. Apply now to be considered!

About us

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.

Christian Aid (CA) is an international NGO, partnering with others to provide humanitarian relief, long-term development and advocacy for poverty eradication. Christian Aid believes in life before death, working for and with people of all faiths and none. Founded in 1945, we currently work in over 20 countries mostly in Africa, Asia/Latin America and the Middle East, providing support for poor communities while highlighting suffering, tackling injustice and championing people's rights. At the heart of our vision is the transformation of the lives of people who live in poverty, empowering them to have a brighter future. We do this by tackling both the causes and the symptoms of poverty so that everyone can feel loved, achieve equality, dignity, justice and freedom.

About the role

The role sits within the Contracts and Procurement Division in the Corporate Services Department. The team is responsible for oversight of suppliers, procurement and contracts within UK and internationally. The role reports directly to the Contracts and Procurement Manager.

The post holder will be working predominantly with UK based departments/project teams (e.g. fundraising, marketing, IT etc) to provide advice, guidance, support and oversight to ensure Charity funds spent on commercial goods and services across the organisation achieve value for money and risks are well managed. She/he will be expected to manage and/or support tender exercises, supplier relationships, and contract negotiations. He/she will also ensure complete process documentation and help maintain an accurate supplier/contract database that will enable assessment of supplier performance, procurement team performance and organisational compliance with policies. She/he will ensure transparent supplier engagements in line with Christian Aid's procurement guidelines and ensure that value for money is achieved with every transaction.

This is an excellent opportunity for you to work with an established organization going through a period of change and digital transformation, working with multiple stakeholders across a range of projects.

About you

You are required to be educated to a degree level or hold a relevant business qualification, good commercial awareness; project management skills and relevant experience in procurement and contracts management. It is essential that you have a good knowledge and experience of running successful tender exercises including use of comprehensive evaluation techniques. High level of computer literacy (Word and Excel) is essential. You are required to have good analytical and writing skills and ability to maintain accurate records. Prior experience in a similar role in an NGO and experience of using PROACTIS or similar P2P/contract management system as well as familiarity with the IR35 UK tax regulations will be an added advantage.

It is essential you have strong stakeholder management skills to enable you to represent the contracts and procurement team and interact across all levels of the business.

Further information

This role requires applicants to have the right to work in the UK.

From 1 July 2021, the process for completing right to work checks has changed and we can no longer accept EU passports or ID cards as valid proof of right to work, with the exception of Irish citizens.

There are now two types of right to work checks: a manual check and an online check. A manual check can be completed against relevant documentation as outlined by the Home Office. An online check can be completed if you hold digital proof of your immigration status in the UK. We will require your share code and date of birth to carry out this check. Please see Government website for more information on acceptable documents.

All successful candidates will require either a Basic or Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service certificate (DBS) and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. Information will be forwarded to you by the HR team with your offer.

We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in its workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

Christian Aid is committed to providing a safe and trusted environment for every person connected to the work we do; and to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour including sexual harassment and exploitation, abuse, and financial misconduct. Any candidate offered a job with Christian Aid is expected to share and demonstrate our values and adhere to Christian Aid's Safeguarding policy and sign Christian Aid's Code of Conduct.

You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a competitive salary, pension scheme with employer contributions up to 10%, flexible working that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance and support for your professional development.

If you like the sound of the above and feel energised by the idea of joining a great international NGO to fight poverty (including other advocacy initiatives such as taxes, climate change etc.) and which is at a moment of exciting transformation, please apply now.

Demonstrable Competency

As part of your application you are required to demonstrate in a cover letter your motivation and suitability for the role by addressing the following areas:

-Building Partnerships/Stakeholder management

-Steward resources

-Delivering results

Forum for the Future is a leading international sustainability non-profit, employing eighty people across our four locations in India, Singapore, the US and the UK. For 25 years we’ve been working in partnership with business, governments and civil society to accelerate transformation toward a just and regenerative future. Through our programmes we are actively catalysing change on key global challenges and building the capacity of individuals and organisations to act more systemically. At this critical moment in time, we are working with actors across all sectors to imagine a radically different future and understand their role in change.

We are looking for a collaborative and motivated Global Financial Controller to join us at an exciting time and to provide high quality support to the finance team.

You will be accountable for an effective finance function delivering complete and accurate financial information and payroll in compliance with statutory and other requirements with your key responsibilities including:

• Leading an international finance team, with focus on their development;
• Leading on statutory auditing and reporting throughout the four geographies;
• Maintaining a strong control and processing environment to ensure timely and accurate financial information;
• Leading on restricted funding audits and support project teams in the financial reporting;
• Managing cash across the group including managing foreign exchange;
• Being the point of contact for relevant third-party relationships (tax, audit, banking, payroll, insurance etc) in all four geographies.

The successful candidate will be fully qualified with a background from Charities, Commercial or the Public Sector. You will have a collaborative approach and be able to work effectively across an international, multi-cultural organisation. You will be confident working with, navigating and developing new systems and processes to drive improvements and efficiencies. You will have a desire for change and be proactive in identifying challenges and solving problems. You will be a self-starter, with the ability to use your own initiative and judgement to navigate uncertainty. You will be confident working with, navigating and developing new systems and processes to drive improvements and efficiencies. Enthusiasm for what Forum does is a must.

This would also be a fantastic opportunity for an ACA qualified individual looking to make their first move out of practice and would make an excellent platform in your career. 

To apply, please send your CV and supporting statement by Monday 25th October at 9am via the link. An early application is highly recommended.

Deputy Shop Manager (Exmouth) (TRD3173)

About us

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty.

Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries. 

Oxfam Purpose

To work with others to overcome poverty and suffering 

Trading Purpose

To make as much money as possible to overcome poverty and suffering

About our Oxfam Shops

Open for business since 1948, Oxfam shops are at the heart of the charity and their community, raising vital funds and increasing public awareness of what we do. They are always guided by our values of empowerment, accountability and inclusiveness and focussed on making as much money as possible.

The Role of our Deputy Shop Managers

Commercially aware and constantly looking for new business opportunities, deputy shop managers motivate their teams and create a safe and energised work environment. They have high standards, a strong drive to achieve results and are accountable for their business.

The role of the deputy shop manager is empowered, varied, busy and gives the opportunity to work with some amazing people. Shop managers are pivotal for the success of our business and can make a real difference. Oxfam operates a volunteer operating model, in which volunteers are empowered to take over most of the tasks within the shop, including running the shop in the manager’s absence. 

Often the only paid member of staff, our managers and deputy managers are comfortable in this environment, really enjoy working with others and are great at delegating to their teams. Excellent communicators, they are creative, and always look for opportunities to attract new supporters every day.

Please note: This role will include 1 day (6 hours) per week at the Budleigh Salterton Shop

Our Values and Commitment to Safeguarding 

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Key Skills and Competencies required

• Significant leadership qualities and experience. (E)
• Ability to build, retain and develop a team. (E)
• Strong drive to achieve results through others. (E)
• Ability to delegate, coach and listen. (E)
• Enjoys working with people and has a friendly and approachable manner. (E)
• Ability to manage time under conflicting priorities. (E)
• Ability to demonstrate resilience to the everyday pressures that come with the role. (E)
• Excellent communication skills.(E)
• Ability to motivate self and others. (E)
• High level of motivation, enthusiasm and a sense of fun. (E)
• Open and adaptable to change and able to support others through it. (E)
• Commercial awareness and judgement. (D)
• Ability to establish and maintain successful retail processes and merchandising. (E)
• Ability to understand and interpret basic financial reports. (D)
• IT literacy and numeracy skills. (Using email systems and online resources; use and understand basic spreadsheets and word processing packages. Be aware of and be open to the role of social networking and ecommerce.) (E)
• Eager and required to adhere to Oxfam’s principles and values (click here) as well as the promotion of diversity and gender rights (click here).  (E)
• Understanding of and commitment to adhere to equity, diversity, gender, child safety and staff health and wellbeing principles. (E)

How to apply 

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile. 

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB takes its obligation to protect the rights of children and vulnerable people very seriously; therefore, the successful candidate for this post will be also subject to extensive background checking, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS), as this role involves unsupervised access to the above-mentioned groups.

For full information surrounding DBS and the vacancy, please view the full job description. 

In response to Covid-19 if you are offered a role where you are required to travel between countries please ensure you have been briefed by the Hiring Manager about any changes to working or precautions you should take as part of your role.

MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT

Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 per annum dependant on level of qualification with an approved accountancy body and experience to date

Contract length: Permanent

Location: Stratford w/ high-flexibility

Closing date: Sunday 24th October 2021, 23:55*

* Please note that we may close this role early should we receive enough interest, therefore early application is encouraged to avoid disappointment.

Are you a self-motivated and sharp minded individual with management accounting experience that can help us beat cancer?

Why we need you

We’re looking for a part-qualified or qualified Management Accountant to join our exciting new team and someone who wants to be a part of change as we strive to make a real difference in our organisation. In this role, you will own and deliver accurate and timely management accounts for specific business areas. Successful candidates should be able to present relevant experience in working to strict deadlines and provide clear and concise financial information and advice to non-financial managers. As you will be the first point of contact for a range of stakeholders you should therefore possess excellent communication skills and have the ability and willingness to build relationships across different teams.

What will I be doing?

Make an impact every day by…

• Owning and delivering timely, high quality and accurate management accounts for retail business area

• Reviewing existing management information to find efficiencies and improvements

• Working with multiple stakeholders to identify and process transactions needed to ensure accounts are complete and correct

• Taking ownership for business critical tasks such as royalty and revenue share processing for commercial partnerships

• Being a key finance point of contact for your specified business area

• Supporting the financial planning process by building budgeting and forecasting tools and templates

• Facilitating and supporting budget holders to complete headcount budgets.

What skills are you looking for?

You’ll be able to bring to the role…

• Strong relationship and influencing skills, with the confidence to work with Directors and senior stakeholders

• Proven management accounting experience

• The ability to clearly present and explain financial information

• Experience of helping decision makers understand the impact of their decisions

• An innovative mindset with experience of working in a continuous improvement environment

• Strong problem-solving skills.

What will I gain?

Without you we wouldn’t be able to achieve our aim of seeing 3 in 4 people survive cancer by 2034. So we want to reward you in as many ways as possible. Our benefits package includes discounts on anything from travel to technology, generous holiday allowance, gym membership, childcare vouchers and much more. You’ll also be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. And ultimately you’ll know that you’ll be changing lives through your work. 

If you’re as ambitious as we are, join our collective force and enjoy an excellent career, as we save lives and add years.

Deputy Bookshop Manager (Berkhamsted Books) (TRD3171)

About us

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty.

Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 19 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries. 

Oxfam Purpose

To work with others to overcome poverty and suffering 

Trading Purpose

To make as much money as possible to overcome poverty and suffering

About our Oxfam Shops

Open for business since 1948, Oxfam shops are at the heart of the charity and their community, raising vital funds and increasing public awareness of what we do. They are always guided by our values of empowerment, accountability and inclusiveness and focussed on making as much money as possible.

Oxfam is Europe’s largest seller of second hand books. This opportunity is an exciting and challenging role in one of Oxfam's flagship bookstores. We are looking for someone who can demonstrate their love of books, preferably with book experience and/from a book background. Willingness to learn is another key aspect of the job whilst joining a strong, friendly and dedicated team.

The Role of our Deputy Bookshop Managers

Commercially aware and constantly looking for new business opportunities, deputy bookshop managers motivate their teams and create a safe and energised work environment. They have high standards, a strong drive to achieve results and are accountable for their business. The role of the bookshop manager is empowered, varied, busy and gives the opportunity to work with some amazing people.

Deputy bookshop Managers are pivotal for the success of our business and can make a real difference. Oxfam operates a volunteer operating model, in which volunteers are empowered to take over most of the tasks within the shop, including running the shop in the manager’s absence.  Often the only paid member of staff, our managers are comfortable in this environment, really enjoy working with others and are great at delegating to their teams. Excellent communicators, they are creative, and always look for opportunities to attract new supporters every day. 

Our Values and Commitment to Safeguarding

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Key Skills and Competencies required

• Significant leadership qualities and experience. (E)
• Ability to build, retain and develop a team. (E)
• Strong drive to achieve results through others. (E)
• Ability to delegate, coach and listen. (E)
• Enjoys working with people and has a friendly and approachable manner. (E)
• Ability to manage time under conflicting priorities. (E)
• Ability to demonstrate resilience to the everyday pressures that come with the role. (E)
• Excellent communication skills. (E)
• Ability to motivate self and others. (E)
• High level of motivation, enthusiasm and a sense of fun. (E)
• Open and adaptable to change and able to support others through it. (E)
• Commercial awareness and judgement. (D)
• Ability to establish and maintain successful retail processes and merchandising. (E)
• Ability to understand and interpret basic financial reports. (D)
• IT literacy and numeracy skills. (Using email systems and online resources; use and understand basic spreadsheets and word processing packages. Be aware of and be open to the role of social networking and ecommerce.) (E) 
• Eager and required to adhere to Oxfam’s principles and values (click here) as well as the promotion of diversity and gender rights (click here).  (E)
• Understanding of and commitment to adhere to equity, diversity, gender, child safety and staff health and wellbeing principles. (E)

How to apply 

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile. 

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB takes its obligation to protect the rights of children and vulnerable people very seriously; therefore, the successful candidate for this post will be also subject to extensive background checking, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS), as this role involves unsupervised access to the above-mentioned groups.

For full information surrounding DBS and the vacancy, please view the full job description. 

Independent Age is partnering exclusively with Robertson Bell to recruit to a Systems Accountant on a permanent, full-time basis. Independent Age is a national charity founded over 150 years ago with a clear mission to ensure that as we grow older, we all have the opportunity to live well with dignity, choice and purpose.

The Systems Accountant plays a vital role in Independent Age’s Finance Team. Reporting to the Head of Finance and working closely with the Financial Controller and Finance Planning and Analysis Accountant, the post holder will lead on implementing, managing and ensuring the efficient and effective operation of our financial systems, and in training colleagues to use those systems. The post holder will also maintain some key accounting functions, design and build management reports, and work together with the rest of the Finance Team to enable colleagues to make good use of financial information and to deliver a high quality service to all stakeholders.

The key responsibilities will be:

• Day to day management of the accounting system structures and interfaces to other applications, i.e. CRM systems.
• Regular review of financial systems performance to identify and fix system performance issues.
• Regular review of financial systems for efficiency and effectiveness process gains and working together with the Financial Controller to implement systems and process changes as a result
• Support the project management, testing and implementation of new finance system applications (i.e. procurement system, invoice processing system) and dashboard reporting.
• Train and support finance team members to efficiently use the financial systems and train other colleagues on core transactional processes (i.e. procurement system, invoice processing system).
• Build and maintain the financial reports required in support of the monthly management accounts, budget setting and reforecast and other reporting obligations.
• Produce and publish monthly management accounts to budget holders.
• Prepare monthly payroll funding reconciliation and payroll journal, including payroll funding transfer for authorisation.

The successful candidate will have:

• Prior experience of working with Sunsystems and related systems development.
• A recognised accountancy qualification.
• Broad experience and knowledge of different accounting systems and a track record of identifying and introducing process improvements.
• Strong problem-solving skills; ability to suggest and trial new ideas to bring about change.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in communicating with and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate with and train other finance staff, and to enable other colleagues to make good use of financial systems and to understand and act on financial concepts and management information provided.
• Advanced computer software skills, including Excel macros. Experience of PowerBI is an advantage but not essential.
• A demonstrable passion for, and affinity with, our cause. 

The position will be based at Independent Ages’s head office opposite Kensington Olympia and will offer incredibly flexible working, including regular homeworking. The closing date is 15th November. Applications will be under constant review before the closing date so please submit your application to our exclusive search agent Robertson Bell. Apply now to be considered!

This new post of Executive Director will focus on raising the profile of Breck Foundation with the aim of increasing awareness of the educational programme and growth of the Foundations work.  They will identify opportunities and secure further funding through stategic and commercial partnerships, sponsorship, trusts and foundations.  Through effective leadership they will oversee its developmet into a robust and resilient programme, giving leadership to the Breck Foundation, raising its public profile and brand awareness through media and PR strategy.  They will ensure all policies, procedures and systems are compliant with relevant best practice and legislation, as well as following Charity Commission guidelines diligently.

They will build strategic relationships with Ministers, political decision makers, and technology companies to influence future technology and safeguarding policy.  They will build relationships with relevant NGO's, media and potential partners to grow awareness and campaigning.  They will develop an ambassador/patron programme to enhance the profile and awareness of Breck Foundation.

Through organisational leadership they will advance on business and financial planning for the Breck Foundation whilst strengthening reporting of performance.  They will support the board of trustees to ensure sound governance of the charity including management of risk.  They will increase the resilience of the Breck Foundation, leading on the organisational development, staffing requirements, staff performance and working planning, team building, training and development.  The will build the fundraising strategy and approach ensuring compliance with the Fundraising Regulator as well as securing a broad income base.

Through effective management they will increase the awareness and understanding for the programme with parents and children through proficient promotion and communications.  They will hold oversight and development of Breck Foundation education progamme including the Breck Ambassador Programme to ensure the rigorous maintenance of quality standards across the programme.

They will be a passionate and proactive leader with a commitment to safeguarding children and  building the charity to improve children's online develpment and resilience.

Digital Sales Executive

Full time permanent post  

Based in our Reading or London office, with flexible home working and UK travel

Salary in the range: £30,184 - £36,891 per annum

Parents And Children Together have an exciting new opportunity for a Digital Sales Executive to help us drive our ambitions forward.

Do you want to make a positive difference to the lives of children by helping them to find their forever family?  Do you want to support and empower women to make informed decisions and take control of their lives?  Do you want to keep families safe by supporting parents and children who have experienced domestic abuse? If so, this role could be for you.

What we do

PACT is a leading independent adoption charity in the UK, placing children with secure and loving families and supporting them with specialist therapeutic support. Our most recent Ofsted inspection rated our adoption service as “Outstanding”.

We are a well-established charity based in the Thames Valley with an office in Reading and second office in London. Our beneficiaries make up the wider PACT family and are supported through several community projects for children and adults facing multiple disadvantages including domestic abuse, homelessness, debt and victims or perpetrators of crime. Our current community projects include the Alana House women’s community programme and Bounce Back 4 Kids, a therapeutic domestic abuse recovery programme for families.

How you could add value

As an excellent ambassador for PACT, you would work with our Director of Business Development and others to achieve the income targets associated with our range of digital products and services, such as The Adopter Hub, in line with our business plan, objectives and values.  You would play a significant role in generating revenue for PACT by developing market potential through existing customers, new lead generation, qualification, and closing sales, and be integral in recommending new products and services following customer contact and competitor analysis.

We are looking for an experienced sales or account manager to join our inspirational organisation. If this is you and you want to make a real difference, please visit our website for more information, how to apply and the full job description.

Closing Date -  9am on Monday 25 October 2021.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Please do not submit your CV, only completed application forms will be accepted.  No agencies please.  We may close this advertisement earlier if we receive suitable applications in advance of our stated close date.

PACT is a supportive and respectful place where people are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of women, children and families from many different backgrounds.  We continuously look to progress the ways in which we create families and bring people together and encourage applications from people across all communities.  We are committed to ensuring that our people and our services reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and applications from people from under-represented groups are particularly welcomed. Please note prospective employees will need to evidence they have the relevant permission to work in the UK.

Job purpose

• Development and delivery of a high-quality programme of annual events in Portsmouth Cathedral and its precincts, raising the profile of the Cathedral and generating increased income to support its mission.
• Management, support, recruitment, induction, and training of volunteers related to the planning and running of events (with support from the Visitor Experience and Volunteer Manager)
• The incumbent may be a Licensee for the Cathedral

Key internal relationships

• Strategic Tier
  • Dean
  • Chapter
  • Canon Chancellor
  • Canon Precentor
• Operational Tier
  • Visitor Experience and Volunteer Manager
  • Office Manager/Dean’s EA
  • Finance Officer
  • Shop Manager
  • Head of Fundraising and Events
  • Digital Marketing Manager
  • Head Verger and Assistant Verger
  • Cathedral volunteers including the Head Guide, Welcomers and Guides, and all other volunteers
  • Cathedral staff

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual programme of events in the Cathedral and its precincts
• Be responsible for the end-to-end process of booking
• Be responsible for the management of the Cathedral and precincts diary
• Be responsible for the management of the weekly operations meeting
• Be responsible for setting up the Cathedral and its precincts for paid and non-paid events excluding religious events and the work led by the Visitor Experience and Volunteer Manager
• Be responsible for developing a marketing and communications plan to advertise the Cathedral and its precincts as a venue (marketing support will be provided by the Digital Marketing Manager)
• Develop and manage relationship with external suppliers including developing a roster of approved suppliers where appropriate (e.g. catering, sound, lighting, etc)
• Be responsible for developing on-line booking and automatic invoicing capability for the Cathedral (with the Digital Marketing Manager and Finance Officer, respectively)
• Monitor and report on KPIs including numbers per event, profit/loss
• Devise and deliver a system for receiving visitor feedback and implementing learnings
• Work with the Head of Fundraising and Events to increase visitor donations
• Work with the Shop Manager to increase sales in the Cathedral shop related to events
• Manage the Events budget with associated budgets per event and annual targets
• Be responsible for conducting Risk Assessments for any activities relating to events
• Support and feed into the work of the Visitor Experience and Volunteer Manager in creating, reviewing, and delivering an induction programme for volunteers and paid staff (contact and permanent) who work on events
• Work with the Visitor Experience and Volunteer Manager to create, review, and implement a programme of volunteer training in the area of events
• Be responsible for any staff, volunteer or agency rotas associated with events
• In collaboration with others, devise and prepare for the Cathedral’s centenary celebrations and projects in 2027
• Work with the Visitor Experience and Volunteer Manager to support the operational aspects of cultural (non-commercial) and volunteer-led events e.g. art exhibitions
• Work in co-operation with the Shop Manager on shop volunteers and opening times
• Be fully aware of the operational aspects of the Cathedral Shop including equipment
• Manage any future Events apprenticeships or work placements/experience at the Cathedral
• Work will include the delivery of events for children, families and vulnerable adults
• Undertake whatever other tasks the Chapter might reasonably expect

Person Specification

Essential experience and skills:

• Minimum three years’ experience in a events role
• Experience of managing volunteers
• Experience of delivering training
• Experience of team and partnership working
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• Excellent IT skills

Desirable experience

• Working in the not-for-profit sector
• Familiarity with the Church of England
• Background in heritage interpretation
• Experience of managing budgets

Personal qualities:

• Excellent interpersonal skills, in particular warmth, tact, diplomacy, discretion, and imagination
• In sympathy with the ethos and aims of the Cathedral as a Christian organisation
• Highly collaborative
• Innovative
• Entrepreneurial
• Ability to lift and carry furniture, climb stairs, walk and stand unaided for significant periods of time.  A good head for heights
• At ease when working at a senior level and with the general public
• Committed to equal opportunities and inclusivity
• Committed to upholding the highest standards of safeguarding practice

Hours. This is a 36-month contracted post of 35 hours per week normally worked over five days Monday to Friday, but work will regularly include evenings, weekends, and public holidays to fulfil operational requirements.

Pension. Staff are eligible to join the Church Workers Pension Fund (contributory: employer 7.5%, employee 1% of gross salary).

Safeguarding. The Cathedral takes the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults very seriously, and practises Safer Recruitment for all roles (both paid and voluntary).  This role will require an enhanced DBS check and  face-to-face or online training as required.