Description of Paces Charity:

Paces is a specialist centre and Charity for children and adults with neurological conditions (mainly Cerebral Palsy), and motor disorders – Stroke, Parkinson’s and Multiple Sclerosis.

Paces delivers Conductive Education: a holistic package of support that aims to help individuals obtain the greatest level of independence through a range of supportive measures.

Paces aims to meet the physical and cognitive needs of individuals which are often not met holistically elsewhere.

Paces focuses on ability, not disability.

Paces was established in 1997; the charitable organisation was born out of the experiences of parenting children with physical disabilities and their related learning difficulties.

Trustees, Governors, staff and parents have overseen the growth of Paces as a Charity, with Paces School gaining Department of Education Non-Maintained Special School status in 2009.  Paces School was rated GOOD by Ofsted in 2019, with the school currently educating 37 children from ages 4-18.  The school provides a personalised curriculum based on the National Curriculum through the medium of Conductive Education. 

Paces has an Outreach Team that currently supports 28 families in the community.

Families come into Paces for bespoke 1-1 and group Conductive Education sessions. 

Paces also has an Adult Services Team; and in addition, Paces operates a sessional Conductive Education Programme for individuals with Parkinson’s, Stroke and Multiple Sclerosis.   

Job Purpose:

Reporting to the CEO, the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) is a new role.

The CFO will be a senior strategic member of the Charity Management Team, taking overall responsibility for the leadership, organisation and management of finance across all aspects of the Charity. This includes responsibility for financial records, payroll and financial performance reporting. 

Included in this significantly expanded role will be the financial leadership of helping the Charity to procure much improved building accommodation.

The Chief Finance Officer is responsible for the financial health of the organisation, ensuring an environment of tight financial control and delivery of the Charity financial strategy, in alignment with the overall vision as set by Trustees.

The CFO position has been created to support the Charity as it aims to acquire ownership and the building of its own brand new and bespoke facility.

The successful candidate will have an energy, passion and vision to support Trustees and Governors as they aspire to help Paces deliver world leading facilities in their new national centre of excellence. 

For the right individual, the exciting vision and plans that Paces brings forward will offer a career opportunity to make a significant difference to the lives of the children and adults that our Charity supports.

Roles and Responsibilities:

All duties required within the remit of this role, including but not limited to:

Strategic Management.

• The overall performance of the finance function, including line management as identified
• A strong focus on effective financial due diligence and identification of financial risks and liabilities.

• Strategic financial planning to support the CEO in the development and implementation of the finance strategy.

• Key decision making of the Trustee Board and Executive Board.

• To ensure the effective development, implementation and evaluation of finance policies and procedures, ensuring their consistent and compliant application.
• Embed the principles of a business partnership approach with Heads of Department to ensure proactive and effective finance support across the organisation.
• Network with other peer organisations to keep up to date to support role and function development.
• Identify needs and opportunities to improve the finance function and service in conjunction with other Senior Management colleagues.
• Communicate, present and provide information to the Board of Trustees and Governors.
• Network with other peer organisations to keep up to date with systems, processes, and best practice – in particular, with Charity auditors, legal partners and all financial authorities as required.
• Ensure own continuous personal development.
• Attend Management, Committee and Board meetings as required.

Manage the processing and recording of all financial transactions.

• Processing of sales, purchase, cash book and journal transactions.
• Ensuring appropriate checks and balances are in place to mitigate the risk of error and fraud.
• Ensure all accounts are reconciled, documented, and signed off in a planned and timely manner in accordance with agreed timetable.
• Ensure the monthly processing and payment of payroll in accordance with Charity policies and timetable.
• Continually monitor financial systems and processes to identify improvements or efficiencies as part of a continuous improvement plan.
• Closely liaise with all local authority and other finders including the department of education.
• Work to agree annual increases with all local authorities, whilst achieving the best possible value for each commissioned contract.
• Liaise closely with Head of Fundraising, Capital Projects Officer and Monitoring Officer, to be sure all bid/grant applications are financially compliant with organisational needs, and maximise opportunity for the Charity.

Prepare the management accounts and financial performance information.

• Produce the monthly management accounts and monthly reports, in a timely, accurate and consistent manner – and presented in a way as requested by Trustees.
• Prepare weekly and monthly cash forecasts and manage the investment of monies in short and medium-term accounts.
• Liaise and work closely with the CEO in the compilation of all management reporting.
• External interface with banks, auditors, pension funds and others.

Prepare and control the annual budgeting and forecasting process.

• Prepare timetable templates and guidelines for the annual budgeting process and lead the quarterly forecast process.
• Co-ordinate, coach and support all budget-holders and managers in delivering budgets and forecasts as required.
• Consolidate and evaluate budgets in conjunction with financial strategy.
• Report and present results to Management team, and the Trustees and Governors as needed.

To lead and manage the Finance Team.

• Manage, motivate and lead our small Finance Team, ensuring that all finance employees are being effectively managed, developed and motivated, providing leadership, direction, motivation, clear objectives and meaningful feedback.
• To build and maintain excellent working relationships with other Department Heads, ensuring the provision of a positive and professional service that enables the overall progression of the financial strategy as set by Trustees.

Be responsible for the production of annual statutory accounts.

• Ensure a year end timetable is agreed with external auditors that enables the production and audit of annual accounts.
• Ensure draft statutory reports are prepared with detailed documentation and supporting analysis to assist the external auditors with their work.
• Liaise with external auditors on audit planning, current accounting requirements and audit issues.

Manage quality and assurance controls and audit compliance.

• Establish and maintain a robust controlled environment providing mitigation and minimisation of risks of fraud and error in the books and records of the Charity.
• Establish, maintain and review a suitable system of recording and monitoring internal and external audit recommendations relating to the works of the finance department – oversee and deliver all improvements as required by audit.
• Ensure that appropriate guidance and support is available to ensure high quality customer service is provided to all.
• Ensure all financial activities and reporting are in compliance with financial regulations including the Charity Commission, FCA and Companies House.

Manage Organisational Change.

• Ensure a full understanding of the Charity long-term strategy and management plan, and ensure departmental strategy and priorities are aligned with said plan.
• Oversee all financial aspects of the purchase and procurement of the proposed New Home for Paces.
• Support Trustees, CEO and the Senior Management Team with high level advice on how to secure relevant lending streams to make our Capital Project come to fruition.
• Be well versed in all aspects of VAT issues, with particular reference to the purchase of land and the building of a new Capital Project.
• Maximise VAT rebates where able, here particularly focused on rental of Charity Office and Adult Service space.
• Seek out opportunities for the Charity to maximise, where able, the very best financial returns.
• Manage and direct the financial aspects of capital projects in order for the Charity to move forward.
• Be a positive change champion for the organisation, identifying key impact areas and priorities and supporting change programmes and strategies.
• Communicate Charity strategy to all employees where required and support them in understanding the departmental strategy and implementing change initiatives as required.

• Other Duties.

• Liaise with local authorities as needed.
• Carry out additional duties as required.
• Attend relevant training courses and participate in staff development initiatives to improve knowledge and working practice.
• Attend out of hours functions, meetings or events as required.
• Ensure the principles and values of the Charity are understood and communicated, and report and resolve any concerns in relation to a breach of policy.

Person Specification

Experience, Knowledge & Skills

• Successful leadership and management experience in a Charity of similar or larger extent.
• Evidence of full compliance with the core principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty, leadership.
• The ability to use and interpret complex data to measure, benchmark, evaluate and account for the Charity and School’s financial performance.
• Experience of supporting a Trustee and Governing Body to ensure that they are effective and fulfil their statutory responsibilities concerning School and Charity financial management.
• A clear sense of perspective and a positive ‘can do’ approach.
• Extensive experience of budgeting account management and strategic planning.
• Experience of the leadership and management of change.
• Precise and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proven work experience as a Chief Finance Officer, Director of Finance, or similar role.
• ln-depth understanding of cash flow management, bank reconciliation and bookkeeping.

• Hands on experience with budgeting and risk management.
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting models.
• Proficiency in accounting software.
• Solid analytical and decision-making skills.
• A positive, visible and approachable role model to others.

Qualifications / Training

• Qualified Accountant.
• A degree or similar level of qualification in accounting, business management or a related discipline.
• A further education related business management qualification.
• BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance or relevant field.
• MSc/MBA or relevant certification (e.g. CFA/CPA would be advantageous).

Work Circumstances

• A flexible approach to required duties.
• A full UK driving licence.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Probation: There will be a probationary period of three months.

Holidays: 25 days holiday a year in addition to relevant public holidays (pro-rata for part time staff).

Hours: 37.5 hours per week which may include evenings or weekends.

NO CONTACT FROM RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE

Hope Health Action is a Christian NGO passionate about providing life-saving health and disability care to the world’s most vulnerable without any discrimination.We work tirelessly to provide health, disability and emergency relief in Haiti, Uganda and South Sudan; working to serve, equip and empower local partners so they can provide dignified and accessible care to the most vulnerable. 

HHA started in 2007 when we co-founded a hospital in Haiti that has since become one of the leading health facilities in northern Haiti.This has included co-founding a maternity and neonatal unit which cares for thousands of mothers and babies every year.We are passionate that mothers and babies have access to safe births.We also co-founded one of Haiti’s leading spinal cord injury rehabilitation centres and are now one of Haiti’s leading disability rehabilitation providers.In recent years we’ve also launched in East Africa providing emergency relief to the South Sudan refugee crisis.We’ve provided life-saving aid through emergency food rations, the provision of Plumpy’Nut (a therapeutic food to treat severe and acute malnutrition), maternal health care and disability projects.This includes the development of an exciting new project, opening a major new disability centre in 2021 in Bidibidi Refugee Settlement.We have exciting plans to scale up our work in Haiti and East Africa in the coming years and are looking for an ambitious Fundraising & Partnerships Manager to join the team and help us reach these goals.

Fundraising and Partnerships Manager:

We are looking for a dynamic, creative and enthusiastic Fundraising and Partnerships Manager who can develop and manage our fundraising strategy in the coming years, paying particular attention to building our supporter base and developing new partnerships.We are looking for a self-motivated and ambitious individual with a genuine passion for international development. 

The Fundraising and Partnership Manager will have a unique and exciting opportunity to help HHA grow and make a real and tangible impact to our beneficiaries.This includes helping to raise important funds to support the development of our partner hospital in Haiti, one of the leading health facilities in northern Haiti; alongside a growing range of health, disability and emergency programmes in South Sudan and Uganda.As a small charity, the Fundraising and Partnership Manager will have direct links to our field operations, including the opportunity to regularly visit our overseas programmes and have on-going opportunities for cross-departmental learning.We are a small but passionate, friendly and close-knit team where staff are encouraged to execute creative and new ideas, working together to support each other’s efforts.

This role will cover a diverse range of our fundraising activities and require someone with the competence and experience to manage multiple aspects of our strategy.It would be desirable for someone to have previous experience working within a small organisation to understand the dynamics between providing strategic development and handling the day-to-day operations.Areas of responsibility will include;

STRATEGY & VISION:

HHA is looking for someone with the vision and energy to develop a clear 3 year fundraising & partnership development strategy that will build upon existing strengths of HHA and develop new, innovative ideas in a professional and effective manner.This will require someone with adaptability, creativity and strong relationship building skills, working with HHA’s Finance Manager, Country Directors, CEO and Board of Trustees to design, implement and effectively monitor a strategy.This will be done with the aim of fulfilling a number of key objectives that will help increase our fundraising income over the coming 3 years.This will include setting out clear annual plans and executing these against agreed financial targets set with the CEO. This will include:

• Engaging new supporters and increasing ‘sign ups’.HHA has a strong and faithful base of long-term supporters.However, in order for HHA to grow and fulfil our ambitious vision, inspiring and engaging new supporters will be a central objective for this role.
• Improving communications, with particular focus on digital fundraising.This will include helping to build a stronger online community through improved social media and donor/supporter communications via email, website etc.It would be desirable for someone to have relevant experience and understanding about the future of digital fundraising (for instance, integrating easier donation technologies). 
• Developing new partnerships, including a specific focus on establishing and cultivating new relationships with churches, community giving groups, and corporate partners.
• HHA US. HHA has just launched in America.This is an exciting time for HHA and a unique opportunity for the postholder to aid the development of our US based fundraising activities in synergy with our UK efforts. This will include exploring opportunities for joint digital fundraising, communications that can aid both countries and providing support for the US Director in developing US based fundraising plans.

Alongside developing a robust fundraising strategy for HHA, the Fundraising and Partnerships Director will also be responsible for the following tasks:

COMMUNICATIONS:

This role will include bringing new, creative ideas around our communications and marketing, taking the lead with our programme team in identifying strong stories, engaging news/content etc. and working alongside the CEO with designers/videographers on the production of various fundraising/marketing materials, including regular and strong donor communications.This will include our Life Support Newsletter, specific annual appeals/campaigns, digital communications, thank you letters and other relevant donor communications.

PARTNERSHIPS:

As highlighted above, we are looking for someone with the confidence to initiate new partnerships and the ability to forge new connections/relationships with possible supporter, volunteer or donor groups.As a Christian charity with a small but committed number of church partners, we believe building upon our current church partnership activities will prove fruitful.Applicants should subsequently be comfortable in this environment and it would be desirable for someone to have had previous church based fundraising experience or knowledge through active church involvement.Beyond churches, the Fundraising and Partnerships Manager should aid the CEO in the approach and partnership development with other key relationships.For instance, other community groups, major donors, corporate groups etc.

VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT:

As a small charity, HHA are dependent on the support and energy of volunteers, working remotely and from the HHA office (COVID19 dependent). The new Fundraising & Partnerships Manager should thrive in a face-to-face environment, with effective leadership qualities to build and empower a volunteer team who can help implement the proposed strategy and help oversee the diversity of activities. 

OTHER:

It will be the Fundraising and Partnership Manager’s responsibility to execute HHA’s broader fundraising efforts and ensure they are implemented to a high standard.This will include overseeing the completion of the following activities:

• Donor management, including ensuring donors are thanked in a timely manner and supporter communications are managed effectively, including our regular donors and through sites like Global Giving.
• Working with our Operations Coordinator to ensure donations are appropriately tracked in our donor database.The Operations Coordinator will provide valuable on-going support to this role, helping to manage the database, third party systems (CAF, Justgiving) and GiftAid.
• HHA already have an experienced Grants and Trusts Coordinator who manages this side of our fundraising.The Fundraising and Partnership’s Director will be available to offer support as needed, though we do not foresee this being a regular or timely need.
• Managing the successful implementation of any fundraising events that the Fundraising and Partnerships Manager designs within the strategy. HHA have previously adopted a range of events, including small community-led quiz nights, Church partner events, Challenge events, and occasional Charity Galas (generally on special occasions like charity anniversaries).
• Provide quarterly reports to HHA’s Board of Trustees, sharing progress against the agreed strategy with clear KPIs

Job Description

Title: HR Manager

Reporting to: Interim Chief Exec (Subject to change)

Responsibility for staff:        N/A

Salary: £45,000

Hours: 35 hours per week

Contract Length: Permanent

Annual Leave: 24 days per year

Location: New Cross, London / Remote Working Options

Purpose of the Job

To establish credibility in the organisation as an HR expert and skilled problem solver.  To influence both people and culture and drive positive organisational change. To provide coaching, support and challenge to line managers in the application of HR policies and procedures. To work with the senior management team and to coach, influence and build capability and leadership skills of elected student officers. To establish credibility in the organisation as an HR expert and skilled problem solver.

Policy and Practice

• Develop, and implement HR policies and procedures, ensuring they meet both current legislation and HR best practices and that make it easy for staff and managers to self-serve on hr processes and access support where needed.
• Support Goldsmiths SU to make informed decisions using robust HR information and people data, identifying trends and making recommendations to address any identified issues Work with the Senior Leadership Team and Trustee Board to develop and implement the people strategy that is aligned to Goldsmiths SU’s wider organisational plans for growth and development.
• Work with external providers as when needed, e.g. solicitors on sensitive employee relation issues

Culture and Environment

• Provide guidance to senior leadership on areas of high risk
• Engaging with managers to build capacity and capability in dealing effectively with employee relations matters
• Advise and assist the Office Coordinator with recruitment and selection process.
• Maintain an up to date knowledge in employment law and HR best practice briefing colleagues on relevant changes as required. Support and develop our SU to be an inclusive employer, promoting awareness and embedding approaches to equality, diversity and inclusion
• Contribute to the development of Goldsmiths SUs operating plan, working in conjunction with relevant departments across the organisation to achieve agreed objectives.
• Promote staff wellbeing and arrange a range of activities through the year to support this.

HR Projects

• Support and develop our SU to be an inclusive employer, promoting awareness and embedding approaches to equality, diversity and inclusion
• Lead and/or support, as appropriate, on consultative discussions and negotiations with the recognised trade union or regional officials, if appropriate
• Assess the staff survey results, and make recommendations to address concerns and create a transparent and effective approach to support staff voice and engagement.
• Introduce clear and robust employee relations processes

Learning & Development

• Work with relevant staff to ensure the effective provision of appropriate induction and learning and development activity, for all staff, trustees and elected officers including equality and diversity training.
• Support the development of Goldsmiths SU’s appraisal process
• Develop and administer a robust development plan for Line Managers and Sabbatical Officers to aid their continued growth to include HR best practice, risks and tribunals
• Work with line and senior managers to develop personal development plans, identifying appropriate learning and development solutions which meet organisational needs.

In addition, all staff have the following general duties laid out in their job descriptions:

• To deliver and develop targets outlined in the Union’s strategic plan.
• To contribute and assist in the Union’s planning processes and the review of its performance and systems.
• Contribute to the positive and professional image of the Union and not act in such a manner as to bring the Union into disrepute.
• To observe and uphold the requirements of the Union Constitution and act at all times in accordance with policies including equality of opportunity.
• To undertake your own typing, filing, photocopying etc.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate for the grade and responsibilities of the post that may from time to time be reasonably requested.
• To take ownership of, their Induction, Personal Review Programme, Departmental Staff Meetings and be responsible for carrying out duties with full regard to the rules, policies and procedures and conditions of service contained in the Staff Handbook, and within Departments of the Students’ Union.
• A condition of employment is that all staff are expected to assist in key events throughout the year e.g. Welcome Week and welcome festivals and any other key event, including elections, if necessary
• Staff are expected to portray a positive image, both internally and externally of the Students’ Union by displaying high standards of service, integrity, punctuality, politeness and professionalism.
• Where you are required to work with volunteers you must support and manage them appropriately in line with the Students’ Union volunteer policy
• Environmental consideration and environmental best practice is the responsibility of all Students’ Union staff

To apply for the role of HR Manager, you will need to download and fill out an application form then send it to our recruitment email.

The application form can be found on the job advert webpage. Please note that we do not accept CVs or cover letters.

Who we are

Open Doors is a Christian charity that is looking to recruit active, practising Christians to help meet the growing needs of the persecuted church worldwide. Hostility, violence and abuse of Christians around the globe is on the increase. Open Doors works in over 60 countries to ensure that those facing such persecution are not forgotten, but can stand strong to serve their communities and give life.

Job summary

Grow long-term committed support for the persecuted church by leading, communicating and delivering Open Doors’ digital marketing strategy within our integrated marketing approach. Develop and grow the digital team, integrate the digital strategy across the organisation and establish the road map for website/CRM development. The role is pivotal to the future growth and long term stability of the organisation.

About the team

Reporting to the Head of Marketing, you will line manage the Digital Producer / Front End Web Developer* and also work closely with:

• Director of Supporter Engagement
• Senior Copywriter
• Digital Agencys, consultants, freelancers etc.
• Head of IT and Senior Developer
• Innovation Manager
• Digital delivery team

*to be decided

Hours

37.5 hours per week. These are usually worked between the office opening hours of 8.00am to 6.00pm Monday to Friday. This position involves some evening and weekends at conferences and events for which TOIL (time off in lieu) may be claimed (amend as required).

Responsibilities and requirements

Growth of Digital Strategy

• Manage the digital delivery process, influenceing the content and managing key stakeholders and digital agencies.
• Embed and execute the plan contributing to the digital strategy and set KPIs
• Plan and deliver opportunities across the organisation and key liase with stakeholders
• Reporting to senior stakeholders, creating business cases to build on growth, communicate trends and opportunities for growth
• Responsible for digital budget and reporting ROI (Input into growth strategy, board reports and forecasting)

​Optimise user experience

• Optimize tactics and scheduling to ensure consistent, personalised and engaging user journeys/experience across all digital channels including offline integration to include:
• Website & CRM development, performance and planning/road mapping
• Search Engine Marketing / Retargeting
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram – organic and paid)
• Display advertising / Lead generation
• Email marketing (Click Dimensions) – personalisation, segmentation & automation
• Expand strategy into new digital channels
• A/B Testing across website and emails – leading testing and learn approach
• lead data-driven decision making by implementing tools for detailed data, reporting and in-depth audience insights
• Generate new leads through innovative, detailed and creative acquisition programme including profiling target audiences
• Detailed planner to co-ordinate and schedule appeals, campaigns and consistent messaging across all digital channels integrated with offline tactics, schedules and marketing priorities
• Develop and implement innovative tactics to deliver targets and organisational objectives (Reach, Engagement, Income, acquisition and retention)
• Plan and Deliver digital campaigns and appeals to drive growth
• Project management of resources, products and campaigns
• Desirabe - Agile project management for digital development work (Website and Microsoft Dynamics CRM)

The above job description is a guide to the work the job holder may be required to undertake but does not form part of the contract of employment and may change from time to time to reflect changing circumstances. 

Applying your Christian faith to this role

Because of the essential Christian context* in which the role will be performed, the role is subject to an occupational requirement under the Equality Act that the post-holder be a practising Christian. Each working day will involve collective prayer and worship, together with shared reflections on the work of Jesus Christ. All members of staff at Open Doors are expected to actively participate in this shared time and members of staff take it in turns to lead the act of collective worship.

There will be many ways you will be able to apply your Christian faith and the outworking of your faith to the context of Open Doors. The list below gives some of the expectations of this role but is not exhaustive or intended to limit you:

• contributing to and leading daily devotions (this can be for the whole team or just smaller, departmental groups)
• participating in retreats, days of prayer and fasting etc.
• committing to private prayer for the work associated with this role, your direct reports and closest colleagues
• working in such a way so as to reflect biblical principles of leadership and service
• applying biblical principles of godly stewardship to operational responsibilities
• to be open and obedient to God’s voice and direction in relation to any strategic matter and to always seek His will above all else.

Limits of Authority

To operate within the ethos and aims of Open Doors, adhering to budget parameters and the Open Doors’ confidentiality agreement.

Who you are

You will demonstrate the following essential criteria for this role:

Culture

• chemistry with Open Doors Staff
• commitment to Open Door’s Core Values

Competency

• proven experience in digital marketing
• experience of working with SEM, social media, Display adverts, web development roadmaps, strategy and reporting and track record of driving growth
• excellent interpersonal skills
• strong communicator, able to communicate vision, strategy, plans and tactics
• able to work well with, influence and engage a broad range of stakeholders at all levels of the organisation
• meticulous attention to detail
• good standard of education – probably evidenced by 5 GCSE passes, A’ levels or equivalent
• can demonstrate a broad understanding of the Church / Christian community throughout the UK & Ireland
• inspirational team player
• IT skills including Microsoft Office and the ability to oversee supporter database management/segmentation
• strong project management skills

 Character

• able to work effectively to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• responsible and mature outlook
• pro-active approach                                                                                                                         

 Culture

• chemistry with Open Doors Staff
• commitment to Open Door’s Core Values

In addition, it would be beneficial for you to demonstrate the following:

• experience of integrated marketing campaigns in a charity environment
• an understanding of PRINCE2, AGILE

*There is an occupational requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 for this post to be held by a Christian who assents to our statement of faith.

Enhanced disclosure information may be requested from the DBS in the event of a successful application.

Job Description

Job Title

Manager Institutional Funding & Strategic Partnerships

Location

Dewsbury

Reporting to

Chief Executive Officer

Date

10th August, 2020

SKT Welfare UK

SKT Welfare is a UK based registered charity, founded in 2008 dedicated to the delivery of humanitarian aid and solutions regardless of race, political affiliation, gender or belief. Its vision is “a world where everyone is being cared for and live a sustainable life free from extreme poverty”

Job Purpose and Scope

To support SKT head office and Field offices in the organisation’s  growth through  proactive management and coordination of institutional funding and strategic partnerships across SKT’s countries of operations. The Manager IFSP will focus on securing funds, building and enhancing strategic with Institutional Donors, Trusts, Foundations, Limited Companies, Arab donors, High Net Worth Individuals (HNWIs) in the UK, Europe, the USA and Middle Eastern Countries.

Main Responsibilities

Funding Strategy/ Planning (30%)

• To analyse donors’ funding priorities, gathering related intelligence and identifying new potential donors for SKT humanitarian and development projects in the target countries.
• To gather information about institutional and other donors’ thematic and geographical preferences. These include UN Agencies, EU/ECHO, DFID/UKAID, USAID, GOAC, Government of Isle of Man etc.
• To develop a database of existing and potential institutional donors through donor mapping for HQ and field offices

• To support senior management in the preparation/ updates of organisational and departmental strategy and planning

• To participate in relevant internal and external working groups, conferences and workshops for networking and profile building of SKT
• To travel nationally and overseas for networking in addition to establishing an understanding for better, up-to-date programme design and proposal development

Proposal Development (30%)

• To assist programmes department at the HQ and field levels in developing high quality concept notes, proposals, budgets and logframes for submission to institutional and other donors
• To make sure all the supporting documents are readily available for submission to institutional donors, trusts, foundations, corporate sector, etc.
• To ensure all submissions are in line with donor guidelines, internal criteria and international standards

• To make coordination with programme, finance and all related staff/ partners across all HQ and field levels for gathering information required for CN and Detailed proposal

Grants Management and Reporting (20%)

• To assist programmes department at the HQ and field levels in undertaking grants management oversight role, including monitoring of projects' compliance with approved funding standards, policies and practices; ensuring any needed amendments are secured, etc.
• To assist programmes department in ensuring high quality reports to donors meeting their requirements and highlighting the impact and value of SKT’s work

• To gather relevant and updated information from respective programme staff for annual report

Capacity Building (10%)

• To identify the training needs of the programme and other staff at the HQ and field office levels;
• To prepare material for training workshops for programme and other staff and deliver trainings on quality proposal development, project cycle management, logframes, and reporting to donors at the HQ and field levels
• To Liaise across the organisation to share learning and best practices

Due Diligence Documentation (10%)

• To prepare and update due diligence and capacity assessment related documents, polices and manuals for submission to institutional and other donors
• To prepare documents required for memberships, networks and entities.

General

• Must adhere to the charities policies and procedures, e.g. Data protection, Health & Safety at Work, Global Code of Conduct, and Safeguarding etc.
• Must respect the confidentiality of all matters relating to their employment and other members of staff
• Shall demonstrate on-going professional development through reflective practice and participation in internal and external development opportunities as evidenced in a Continuing Professional Development portfolio.
• Participate in the appraisal process and ensure that agreed objectives are achieved, taking responsibility for directing own learning and development activities (e.g. private study, e-learning)
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, managers, directors and the general public.
• Assist staff in other departments and regions as required in order to facilitate the work of the charity
• The job description is not intended to be exhaustive and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances and after consultation with the post holder

I am working with a leading Human Rights organisation who has a new vacancy for an experienced Major Grants Manger to join them for a 10-12 month FTC.

As Major Grants Manager, you will be required to secure income from statutory and institutional funders to ensure the charity meets its fundraising objectives. In addition, you will manage the business development pipeline for large grants, gaining fundraising insight, building connections with potential funders and ensuring that the organisation is in a strong position to respond quickly and efficiently to appropriate opportunities.

To be considered for this exciting opportunity you will need to have; significant experience in securing large donations from statutory and institutional foundations, experience in writing detailed proposals for large scale and complex bids, experience of leading and coordinating cross departmental processes and projects, strong relationship management abilities and have the capability to identify, analyse and problem solved.
You will initially be based from home. However, you will eventually need to be in the London office at least twice a week.

This is full time position, but we can consider candidates looking for four days per week.

For more info please contact:

[email protected] or call 0207 820 7336.

Only suitable candidates will be contacted.

About Migrant Help: 

Migrant Help is a leading charity that has been established for over 50 years and delivers a range of support and advice services to migrants across the UK. Our vision is for a global society that protects vulnerable migrants, treats them with respect and enables them to reach their full potential.

We place a high value on employees in relation to the work that they do and the benefits the organisation offers, with an ethos of being a Great Place to Work. This includes understanding the importance of having a work life balance, offering enhanced family friendly provisions, additional holiday entitlements, Perkbox benefits and a non-contributory pension scheme.

About you: 

As Chief of Staff, you will have the skill and experience to integrate yourself into an organisation quickly and assess issues that serve as barriers to a team or organisation operating at maximum effectiveness. You must be a strong relationship manager and be well connected with those reporting into the CEO and others across the organisation to influence outcomes. This cross-functional perspective not only helps garner support for the leadership team, but also fosters long-term partnerships that are critical to organisational success. 

The role will be based at Migrant Help’s head office in Dover, Kent, with some opportunity for mixed home working. Travel across the UK will be required at times along with occasional need to work outside of office hours. 

Purpose of the job: 

To provide support to the CEO and coordination of the senior team, as a member of senior leadership. Serving as the “right-hand wo/man” to the CEO, assisting and advising on a broad range of issues. Overseeing large, often cross-functional organisation-wide projects or initiatives. 

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead for the organisation on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, championing our anti-racism agenda, engaging with staff and increasing awareness, working with colleagues to challenge ourselves
• Proactively advising SMT on key issues, escalating as necessary
• Keep a pulse on the business and help connect the dots with others in the team 
• Assemble dashboards and analysis to track company-wide goals and progress, including Financial data, KPI and people and user metrics 
• Lead on special projects and task and finish groups to tackle priority projects
• Lead on Information Governance on behalf of the senior team
• Play a key role in the Critical Incident team, acting as a coordinator of activities and ensuring important documentation is collected and managed throughout
• Plan and coordinate weekly, monthly and quarterly planning processes as required 
• Lead on updating and managing the Risk Register and Risk Management Policy, to ensure mitigating actions are implemented and changes reflected by appropriate managers
• Monitoring information flow: Sometimes acting as a gatekeeper, ensuring a CEO’s involvement in a project or decision-making process at the right moment 
• Ensure clear action items are captured, communicated and delivered in time with the relevant stakeholders 
• Develop, implement, and manage internal processes to improve the overall workings of the charity when issues are cross functional
• Meeting preparation and follow up: reviewing upcoming meetings for the week to ensure the CEO has all of the information needed to be as productive as possible 
• Keep on top of sector trends by reading literature and communicate out to relevant team members 
• Responsible for the quality of papers and agendas to stimulate discussion and drive good quality decisions 
• Line management of the Executive Assistant to the CEO/CoS
• Develop and lead on the use of tools such as Slack or Teams to support the senior team in managing prioritisation of work, increasing visibility of tasks and priorities to improve the effectiveness of the senior team 
• Working with each of the directors of services, to ensure that monthly meetings are held, to review minutes and ensure that important issues are escalated to senior team discussions
• Support in the recruitment approval process, owning and updating the agreed establishment chart and circulating forms through the process

Skills & Knowledge:

• At least 3 years of work experience in consulting, a scale-up, or a fast-paced environment 
• At least a bachelor’s degree in business, the social sciences, or relevant area; an MBA would be considered an advantage 
• Experience in leading teams 
• A track-record of successful project management 
• A deep desire to improve inclusion, a passion for equality and a genuine appreciation of diversity
• Exceptional organisational and strategic communication skills to create and maintain cross-departmental relationships to enable leadership success 
• The ability to work very independently, and to make decisions despite high levels of uncertainty and ambiguity 
• Previous experience in conducting financial analysis, creating dashboards, and using quantitative data and metrics to make decisions 
• Good understanding of GDPR and data protection
• High levels of discretion and strong interpersonal skills 
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills 
• Previous charity experience and high-growth phase company experience desirable 
• Effective, versatile and action-oriented 
• Willing to engage on high-level strategic discussions one day and to assist with diary management the next

Migrant Help is committed to safeguarding those we provide a service to, applicants will have to undergo strict vetting procedures throughout different stages of the recruitment process.

Special Requirements:  

- This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check.

- This post is subject to a Counter Terrorism Check (CTC).

 Therefore the applicant must:

- Hold a valid, full current 10 year British passport; full EU passport or have indefinite leave to remain in the UK.

- Provide full UK address history for the last five years. 

See the Job Description for full person specification.

 Closing Date: 6 December 2020

Vacancy may close early depending on applicant numbers
 

As part of your role, it is important you operate within Migrant Help’s values:

Protection, Diversity, Equality, Partnership, Innovation and Excellence.

Migrant Help is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. 

The role

The role is designed to help support both our data selections and analysis teams to deliver key fundraising activity at a time where our database integration project is entering its most crucial period. This position will take ownership of the delivery of our Faststats selections, as well as supporting the fundraising teams with their key reporting requirements, using Power BI and SQL. Working collaboratively with several fundraising stakeholders, you will be responsible for ensuring multiple, concurrent deadlines are met. Please note that we will be reviewing applications and interviewing throughout the application process, so the closing date on the position may be sooner than advertised.

About you

You will be an experienced Faststats and Power BI user who is confident in their own abilities to take ownership of an important area of our selections and reporting delivery. You will be able to work on multiple projects at once and be able to identify the priorities within your workload, with joint support from the Senior Database Officer and the Senior Database Manager.

About us

We’re Breast Cancer Now, the charity that’s steered by world-class research and powered by life-changing care. We’re here for anyone affected by breast cancer, the whole way through, providing support for today and hope for the future.

We’re that trusted friend that people affected by breast cancer turn to for caring support when they need it most. The expert authority on breast cancer research who is making breakthroughs and driving forward progress. And a vehicle for change, acting now to make sure anyone affected by breast cancer gets the best possible treatment and care.

We believe that we can change the future of breast cancer and make sure that, by 2050, everyone diagnosed with the disease lives – and is supported to live well. But we need to act now.

Breast Cancer Now is an inclusive employer committed to developing a diverse workforce.

Closing date Formally 11th December, but may close sooner.

Interview date Formally 17th December, but strong applicants may be contacted sooner

The University of Manchester Students’ Union has one of the highest numbers of student societies in the UK. With over 400 active, engaged, and energised student societies, each student-led and running a wide variety of activities, they are often seen as one of the highlights of the University experience.

This role plays a key part in supporting the leaders of our societies by helping them develop their activities, develop themselves through training, and make the most of their time being a student leader. You will also play a key role in the organisation of some of the Union’s core events, such as the annual Societies Fairs and more. 

An opportunity has opened up in the Mission Education Team for an Assistant Undergraduate Coordinator/Lecturer. The Undergraduate programme has grown significantly in the last year so this role will support the undergraduate coordinator in the design, delivery and teaching of the undergraduate programme in the light of this growth.

The Assistant Undergraduate Coordinator/Lecturer is a permanent, seven hours per week role, with a starting salary of £6,137 per annum (£30,690 full-time equivalent), and a generous pension scheme contribution. The role will be based at CMS House, Oxford, although we are currently working from home following the government’s advice.

The successful candidate will have a theological or missiological qualification to MA level. He/she will have experience of working with students at undergraduate level, teaching experience at undergraduate level and networking experience. He/she will have the ability to supervise dissertations, to lead small tutorial groups, to design assignments and curriculum, to manage his/her own administration and to proficiently use Microsoft Office, as well as Moodle. The post has an occupational requirement to be a committed and practising Christian who is committed to the aims and values of Church Mission Society, which are detailed on our website.

Further details can be found in the job description and person specification available to download.

Closing date for receipt of completed applications:

• Midnight on Sunday 13 December 2020
• Interviews will be held on 7 January 2020 at CMS House, Oxford (or Zoom depending on government guidance).

As part of the Trussell Trust’s new five-year strategy, this role will work with groups of Pathfinder food banks across the UK to help them develop and execute their own strategic plan for reducing the need for their services locally. They will be responsible for coordinating a bespoke cross-departmental programme of support for each group of Pathfinder food banks. They will take a lead in capturing local learning and supporting evaluation cycles that inform the design of tools and templates that can be rolled out to the wider food bank network. This role requires someone who is proactive in their approach, has strong influencing skills, and thrives well in a culture of change and innovation.

ParentChild+ Assistant Coordinator

35 hours per week

£29,117 per annum (including London Weighting)

Westminster and Kensington & Chelsea

Fixed Term until end May 2023

This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in an early years home learning programme operating in Central London.

We are currently seeking an Assistant Coordinator to work with the ParentChild+ Area Coordinator to deliver ParentChild+ (formerly the Parent-Child Home Programme). You will manage and coordinate a team of Home Visitors and volunteers to deliver the early years home learning programme.

ParentChild+ has been delivered in America for over 50 years, working one-to-one with families who face significant life challenges. The ParentChild+ model is based on twice-weekly home visits, for at least 46 weeks, by home visitors.  It addresses a range of outcomes for parents whose children are at risk of starting school below the expected level, by offering free books and toys and modelling how to create a rich home learning environment.

You will work closely with the relevant local providers to recruit families; you will then oversee the implementation and delivery of the intervention to families. You will manage and support a team of Home Visitors/volunteers to deliver the home learning service to vulnerable and low income families.

The successful candidate will have experience of managing a project. Experience and knowledge of early years education is required as is experience of supporting families and managing staff. You should have experience of building good relationships, have outstanding organisational skills, excellent written and verbal communication. Commitment to equality of opportunity is essential.

The successful candidate is required to have degree in Early Years Education or Level 3 Early Years qualification or equivalent.

As we are working with vulnerable families we can work face to face and at centres whilst being covid safe please note that due to Covid-19 some of the tasks on this role may be carried out remotely from the employee's home via MS Teams and in line with government guidance. 

Please ensure you address every criteria on the person specification on your supporting statement, preferably in order.

Please visit our website at to obtain the job description, full person specification, application form and guidance. Please note that we only accept application forms. CVs will not be accepted

Closing Date: Monday, 7th December 2020 (by 12 midday)

Interview Date:  Wednesday, 16th December 2020 (via MS team)

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church.  Its message is based on the Bible.  Its ministry is motivated by love for God.  Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in his name without discrimination.

The International Administration Department is looking for a full time Administration Secretary to the World Secretary for Spiritual Life Development and the Assistant Chief Secretary (Administration). This is a varied and challenging position requiring a high degree of confidentiality.

If successful, you would have significant responsibility in providing support to the WSSLD and ACS-A across a multitude of areas. You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and will have no problem in multi-tasking or planning and prioritising your workload.

You will have the ability to think logically, problem solve, and show diplomacy, while remaining calm under pressure and being supportive. You will be a team player and have excellent IT capabilities.

• 9-months fixed term role with a possibility to go permanent
• Full-time, 35 hours per week post
• Normally based at CMS House, Oxford. However currently CMS employees are working from home following government guidance, and will continue to do so until the government advises office working.
• Starting salary £24,425 and generous pension contribution: up to 15 per cent employer contribution on annual salary
• As an equal opportunities’ employer, we particularly welcome applications from individuals from minority groups as they are currently underrepresented within our organisation. All appointments are made on merit of skill, experience and potential as laid down in the job description and person specification.

Do you have a gift of administration with an eye for details? If so, please consider this exciting fixed term role in the Fundraising for Mission team as Supporter Care Assistant. The Church Relations Team is responsible for engaging the UK church in the cause of mission, increasing awareness and understanding of mission, and facilitating fruitful partnership through fostering and developing relationships. 

This role will play a key part in the running of the department and promoting the fundraising function across Church Mission Society. There are three main elements to this role: data processing; supporter care; and team support, as such the post holder will work closely cross-team to assist with the day to day handling of data processing and queries, gift acknowledgement, event administration, and maintaining donor relationships.

It is essential that the successful candidate be educated to at least GCSE level, possess at least one year’s data entry experience, and have excellent customer care skills. It is also a requirement for this post holder to be in sympathy with the aims and values of CMS, which are detailed on the CMS website.

Further details can be found in the job description and person specification available to download.

Closing date for receipt of completed applications:

Midnight on Sunday 3 January 2021

Interviews will be held on the 14th or 15th January 2021at CMS House, Oxford or Zoom depending on government guidance.

Candidates for this role must already be eligible to work in the UK, with a valid visa and work permit if required.